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By Pasitos Andinos
Free cancellation available
Price is P 6,120 per adult

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 4h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

    • Visit a Quechua village in Cusco and learn about Andean traditions
    • Discover the art of weaving and textile making from local women
    • Learn about the healing properties of plants and natural medicine
    • Enjoy a delicious meal made with local ingredients and love
    • Buy souvenirs and textiles made by the local community

Activity location

    • Cusco Region
    • Cusco, Cuzco, Peru

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Sta. Teresa St 344, Cusco 08002, Perú
    • Cusco, Cuzco, Peru

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Cusco: Quechua Village Visit with Local Meal & Textiles

  • Activity duration is 4 hours and 30 minutes4h 30m
    4h 30m
  • English
Starting time: 9:00
Price details
P 6,120.18 x 2 AdultsP 12,240.36
Total
Price is P 12,240.36
Until Thu, Aug 20

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Visit to a Quechua village
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    Cultural immersion experience
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    Demonstration of traditional clothing
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    Explanation of traditional clothing
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    Demonstration of baby carrying technique
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    Explanation of natural medicine
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    Demonstration of weaving and textile making
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    Explanation of agricultural products
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    Local food tasting
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    Opportunity to purchase souvenirs and textiles
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    Quechua songs during departure
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    Transportation
  • Exclusions
    Mineral water
  • Exclusions
    Tips
  • Exclusions
    Non specified meals

Know before you book

    • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs
    • Not suitable for: Babies under 1 year, Children under 2 years, Children under 3 years, Children under 4 years, Children under 5 years

What you can expect

  • Visit a small Quechua village in Cusco, Peru, and learn about the knowledge passed down through generations before modern science existed. Feel the warm welcome the Quechua women have prepared for you and immerse yourself in their culture and tradition.

    See the locals wearing their traditional clothing and learn about the purpose of each garment, as they are “smart clothes.” Discover the “wrapping technique” used to carry babies and watch the Quechua women demonstrate this process while explaining how they care for their babies in the highlands.

    Learn about the special connection the Quechua people have with nature and their understanding of the healing properties of plants. Immerse yourself in the magical science of natural medicine.

    Continue your experience by learning about the Quechua people's weaving and textile-making skills. Watch as they demonstrate how they create their own garments using elements provided by nature.

    Discover the agricultural products grown in the highlands, their nutritional benefits, and how they are used and preserved. After acquiring all this knowledge, enjoy a delicious variety of local foods prepared with care by the women.

    Before leaving, take the opportunity to purchase souvenirs and textiles made by your hosts. As you walk back to your vehicle, listen to the Quechua women sing beautiful songs, making your departure as memorable as your arrival.

Location

Activity location

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    • Cusco Region
    • Cusco, Cuzco, Peru

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Sta. Teresa St 344, Cusco 08002, Perú
    • Cusco, Cuzco, Peru