Weaving in Peru

A renovated pre-colonial house from 1630, El Balcon features a charming terraced garden and views of Cusco from every room. Sit out on the patio to sip on coca tea, and admire panoramic views of picturesque Cusco and the Andean scenery. They can a...

Steps away from the city center and Plaza de Armas, the Estrada house offers a comfortable and exciting stay. Your host, Gladys, is happy to welcome you into their home, and share her tips, experiences, and stories with you. The abundance of activ...

Embark on a journey through the forests and historical sites of Chachapoyas! You'll stay at unique cabins in a private nature reserve and head out on daily adventures to visit the Gocta Waterfall (third highest in the world), see the remarkable Ku...

An alternative way to explore Peru's famous Rainbow Mountains! Instead of joining the line of tourist buses at Vinicunca, explore a local Andean community and hike to the less-visited (but equally spectacular) Palcoyo mountain. You'll make a stop ...

Explore Ollantaytambo and its surrounding villages and get to know the people that live there with authentic cultural experiences you can’t find anywhere else. You can take a variety of cultural tours and artisan workshops that will bring you off...

Take a beautiful drive ascending nearly 1,000m from Ollantaytombo to the upper Andean community of Patacancha or Huilloc. Learn about weaving and its significance in Andean culture, see a demonstration of the entire process, then learn to weave fo...

Experience indigenous Quechua culture in the high mountain community of Patacancha. This 3 day excursion will fully immerse you into the authentic life of Quechua living as you learn to weave beautiful Peruvian garmets, hike to glacial lakes, and...