Textile Weaving Experience in Chinchero Peru

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12 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

Explore the vibrant textile heritage of Chinchero, a beautiful Andean village renowned for its rich weaving traditions. At this engaging workshop, you’ll dive into the art of making traditional Andean textiles with local artisans who utilize techniques passed down through generations. Under the guidance of skilled weavers from the Centro de Textiles Tradicionales de Cusco, you’ll learn to dye wool using natural pigments and create your own piece of art, all while gaining insight into the symbolic meanings behind the intricate designs. This immersive experience connects you to the living culture of the Andes.

What's Included

Pickup from your hotel in Cusco
Professional bilingual guide (Spanish and English)
Welcome ritual in the Quechua language and traditional drink
Stop at a natural viewpoint overlooking the Huaypo and Piuray lakes
Hands-on participation in weaving techniques
Constant assistance throughout the tour
Traditional lunch
Tips for weavers, guides, or drivers
Admission to the Chinchero Traditional Textile Center

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

The guide will pick you up directly at your hotel. Please wait in the lobby at the time indicated in your reservation. The guide will be wearing a full uniform and will contact you via WhatsApp a few minutes before pickup to make it easier to find each other.

Itinerary

Duration: 12 hours (approximately)
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    Chinchero

    The tour begins with hotel pickup in Cusco (8:00–8:30 a.m.) followed by a scenic drive through the Sacred Valley to Chinchero. Along the way, there is a stop at a panoramic viewpoint overlooking the Huaypo and Piuray lagoons. In Chinchero, visitors arrive at a community textile center, where they receive a traditional welcome and watch a demonstration of the Andean textile process, including spinning, natural dyeing, and weaving. Guests can also participate in basic weaving techniques with local artisans and visit the community craft market. An optional traditional lunch is available before returning to Cusco in the evening, ending the cultural experience.

    12 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Chullos Tours Peru

Tags

Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Small Group
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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