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Andean Cooking & Textile Weaving (Cusco Region): ANDEAN COLORS

About this experience

This incredible package pairs two of the most treasured Peruvian cultural activities: cooking and textile weaving. Based on reviews from past guests, this fun and interactive experience just might be the highlight of your time in Peru. The views are stunning, and you’ll be treated like family. Plus, when you visit ANDEAN COLORS, you’ll also be supporting our mission—to help single Peruvian mothers who have survived difficult circumstances but are now using their artisan skills to create new opportunities for their children. ANDEAN COLORS is dedicated to providing you with an unforgettable experience that you will cherish for a lifetime.

At a glance

  • Duration: 8 hr
  • Private experience

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Andean Cooking & Textile Weaving (Cusco Region): ANDEAN COLORS

Plan your experience

Time on the tour8 hr
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide), Spanish (live guide)
Tour arrangementPrivate experience

Set aside 8 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

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What is included

  • Lunch
  • Cooking Class
  • Comprehensive Peruvian textile workshop with materials/tools to create your own bracelet or bookmark
  • Fresh grass to feed the llamas and alpacas

Not included

  • Private transportation
  • Breakfast
  • Soda/Pop
  • Bottled water
  • Gratuities

Itinerary and highlights

You'll learn how to cook a traditional Andean meal from an experienced chef using fresh, locally sourced ingredients and seasonings; discover tips for recreating these iconic dishes in your own kitchen; dine in a setting with a stunning view of the Andes Mountains and Sacred Valley; enjoy a delightful encounter with llamas and alpacas; participate in a comprehensive Peruvian textile workshop led by a talented artisan who has mastered the craft (cleaning, dyeing, and weaving alpaca wool); create your own woven bracelet or bookmark using ancestral techniques; shop in our expansive boutique with authentic, top-quality textiles and fine leather goods.

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Meeting and pickup information

  • ANDEAN COLORS is located in the Cusco Region of Peru, between Cusco and Urubamba in the Racchi Ayllu Community near the Route PE-3S highway at KM 35. (08670, PERU)

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Spanish — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Andean Colors

Meeting points and locations

Accessibility and practical details

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

Cancellation policy

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

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 8 hr.
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide), Spanish (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Youth tickets: age 12–17; Adult tickets: age 18+; Senior tickets: age 65+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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