About this experience
Learn about the wonderful history of the Peruvian natives and how they used plants in their daily lives. On this tour, you will learn how they heal themselves without using pharmaceutical medications. You will also be able to enjoy a view full of flora and mountains. During the tour we will pass through impressive landscapes and immerse ourselves in the Andean culture and ways of life. This medicinal plant tour is unique because we focus on experiential tourism and ecotourism, and our tour will be guided by a native person who only She speaks the Quechua language accompanied by a guide, thus giving her the opportunity to learn about the local culture. Our interest is to preserve our culture and the use of medicinal plants in such a way as to also generate income for the surrounding communities.
At a glance
- Duration: 8 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 8 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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What is included
- Lunch
- Air-conditioned vehicle
Not included
- Breakfast
Itinerary and highlights
We will learn about the experience of the Andean people of the Ampay community. This tour is aimed at people who love nature. At some point in our lives, we all wonder how our ancestors washed their clothes? How did they control diseases? This is why today we offer this service so that you can learn from these and many more questions. On this tour we will meet a special person from the ampay-pisac-Cusco community, who will teach us about the use of medicinal plants in the area since she knows these secrets thanks to her ancestors. Contact us at wattsapp +51 991 598 217 for more information.
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Meeting and pickup information
- We are in the main square of Cusco in front of the Belen portal.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Paquito tours
Accessibility and practical details
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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