Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 15 travelers
Overview
Travel to one of the rural Quechua villages in the high Andes mountains above Ollantaytambo and connect with artisan leaders there. The women will share their textile heritage, including spinning, dyeing and weaving on a backstrap loom. Try your hand at spinning on a drop spindle, and weave a bracelet with one of your artisan hosts. Enjoy a typical lunch of soup and a main course in one of the artisan’s homes. Enjoy a private textile market before you leave.
What's included
Home-cooked lunch
Lunch
Transportation from and to Ollantaytambo
English-speaking guide/ interpreter
Weaving lesson and demonstrations
Transportation to Ollantaytambo from other cities, such as Urubamba or Cusco
What to expect
Awamaki
30m
Visit the Awamaki store to see and shop ethically produced Andean crafts with contemporary style.
Patacancha Valley
1h 30m
On your way to the Quechua village, you will drive through this spectacular mountain valley lined with ancient terraces, Inca ruins, and small farms and villages. Ascend into the Andes mountains alongside the picturesque Patacancha river, stopping at ruins and other sites of interest along the way. At the end, meet the weavers who will share their community, craft and culture.
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
Plaza de Armas in front of La Esquina café in Ollantaytambo
End point
The Awamaki store shows the artisans work in its final form. The store is located just off the plaza under the main ruins.
Additional information
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Water
Sunscreen
Warm clothing (layers)
Rain jacket (just in case!)
Comfortable shoes
Camera
Local currency (5 - 500 soles) in small bills in case you would like to buy textiles from the weavers. We recommend small bills because the women can't typically make change
We can accommodate most special requests. We can accommodate nearly all dietary restrictions. Please note special requests or dietary restrictions in the “special instructions” section when you book. We will contact you if we are unable to accommodate your request.
Other travel needs: If you need transportation from Cusco to Ollantatyambo, your hotel will be able to arrange this. We are unable to arrange transportation from Cusco to Ollantaytambo. However, we can help you arrange transportation from Ollantaytambo back to Cusco. Just ask your guide during your tour. We can also bring your luggage on the tour if you are in transit, or store them securely at our office.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
