1 Day (9 to 10 hours)
Vivential
Easy
| Up to 12 people |
| 3,400 m.s.n.m (11,155 ft) |
| Easy |
| 1 Day (9 to 10 hours) |
This full-day tour to the Amaru community in Pisac offers a deep immersion into the living Andean culture. Located in the mountainous region near the ancient Inca capital, this experience combines wildlife observation, traditional textile arts, and authentic community interaction. You will visit a condor sanctuary, meet native camelids, learn about ancestral weaving techniques, and share a traditional lunch with local families. This is not just a tour—it’s an opportunity to connect with the wisdom and traditions that have been preserved for generations in the Peruvian highlands.
| Number of Passengers | 2 – 4 | 5 – 7 | 8 – Up |
|---|---|---|---|
| USD | 175-110 | 95-75 | 65-55 |
Departure Time: 7:00 AM | Duration: 9-10 hours | Recommended for: Families, Adults, Young people | Minimum: 2 passengers | Languages: English, Spanish, Quechua | Season: April – December | Activity Level: Relaxed | Meals: Traditional lunch at Amaru community
After your delicious breakfast, we will pick you up from your hotel at 7:00 AM and begin this lovely tour to the ancient capital of the Inca Empire and the mountainous region of Peru, offering mystical awe-inspiring sights to discover.
Cochahuasi Animal Sanctuary: Our first stop is the small zoo of Cochahuasi, where you can observe the flight of the majestic Andean condors. You’ll also see Andean pumas, foxes, deer, parrots, macaws, and a variety of other animals and birds native to the region.
Awanancha Alpaca Farm: Next, we visit Awanancha, a weaving center dedicated to keeping traditional textile arts alive. Here you can see all four members of the camelid family – llamas, alpacas, vicuñas, and guanacos. Alpacas have thick wool and are the most commonly used, while vicuñas are small and delicate with fur considered the finest. You’ll learn about harvesting different wools and natural dyeing techniques, and have the chance to see native weavers from different areas demonstrating their weaving styles and traditional dress.
Taray Viewpoint: We continue to the next stop at Taray to appreciate the beautiful panoramic view of the Sacred Valley with its snow-capped peaks and glaciers. After the traditional group photo and plenty of selfies, we continue our journey.
Parque de las Papas: In the town of Pisac, we first explore the Parque de las Papas (Native Potato Park). The local people will gratefully welcome us into the beautiful landscape of the community. Our hosts, the natives from the “Laraypas indígenas of Amaru association,” will explain their daily life, traditions, and the work the association does on behalf of traditional culture and environmental protection.
Amaru Community – Weaving Workshop: Finally, we continue to the community of Amaru, where we dress in traditional costume to feel the Inca culture in greater understanding. This experiential tourism experience teaches Andean customs through hands-on participation. The textile making process uses natural dyes, and we begin with a mystical ceremony with coca leaves. We then collect native plants, spin alpaca wool, and create textiles until final finish.
Discovering the plants, we begin the “weaving workshop” including a hike through a native forest and visiting the association’s nursery, where we choose the plants we will use to dye our fibers. We also discover the medicinal and culinary properties of some of these plants.
The Weaving Process: We delve into the entire handmade weaving process: shearing and hand-spinning the wool, dyeing the fibers, creating the design in the warp and wefts, and finally weaving on the telar de cintura (waist loom), traditionally used by local women. We learn ancient techniques, take pictures, and become part of the whole process, with the opportunity to make our own textile – a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Traditional Lunch: During our stay in the community of Amaru, we enjoy natural appetizers, drinks, and a nutritious lunch – healthy and lovingly prepared by the local women of Amaru. Local community artists or children from the school share traditional music with us.
Pisac Ruins: After enjoying the traditional lunch, we say goodbye to Amaru and drive towards Pisac to explore this Inca citadel built on an entire mountainside. We explore the agricultural platforms, Inca roads, and pre-Inca villages.
In the afternoon, you will head back to Cusco, or if you prefer, we can drop you off in the Sacred Valley (Urubamba or Ollantaytambo).
| Up to 12 people |
| 3,400 m.s.n.m (11,155 ft) |
| Easy |
| 1 Day (9 to 10 hours) |
| Number of Passengers | 2 – 4 | 5 – 7 | 8 – Up |
|---|---|---|---|
| USD | 175-110 | 95-75 | 65-55 |
Before booking your tour to Machu Picchu or the Inca Trail, please check the availability of entry tickets for your preferred dates. Entry is limited and often sells out in advance — especially during high season. Make sure your chosen date has available spots to ensure access.
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