2-Day Kinsecocha Andean Village Experience with Farming, Weaving and Culture
Highlights
Cusco
nature, cultural, photography
Group Tour
2 Days
Easy
English, Spanish
Description
Experience a 2-day cultural adventure in the Andean village of Kinsecocha. Begin with a scenic journey from Cusco or the Sacred Valley, arriving at a welcoming host family in a traditional adobe home. Learn ancestral Andean farming techniques cultivating native crops such as potatoes and quinoa, explore the art of weaving with local women artisans, and understand the stories behind the intricate patterns. Enjoy home-cooked meals made with fresh local ingredients, take optional hikes to nearby ridges and alpine lagoons for breathtaking views, and immerse yourself in the daily life and traditions of the community. Conclude your journey with meaningful farewells and a deeper connection to Andean culture, landscapes, and people.
Itinerary
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Day 1: Arrival and Andean Farming Experience
- Depart in the morning from Cusco or the Sacred Valley by private transport, enjoying breathtaking Andean landscapes.
Pass shimmering lakes, terraced fields, and remote communities before arriving in the peaceful village of Kinsecocha.
Meet your host family and settle into their traditional adobe home.
Join your hosts in the fields for a hands-on introduction to Andean farming, learning how native crops such as potatoes and quinoa are cultivated using ancestral techniques.
Enjoy a nourishing home-cooked lunch prepared with local ingredients.
Visit a local women’s weaving collective to observe textile production, from spinning alpaca wool to dyeing with natural plants and weaving on backstrap looms.
Learn the meaning behind the patterns, which reflect the land, animals, and Andean cosmology.
Return to your host family’s home for a warm dinner and spend the evening exchanging stories around the hearth.
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Day 2: Hiking, Reflection, and Farewell
- Wake early to the serene sounds of the mountains and share a hearty Andean breakfast with your hosts.
Embark on an optional short hike to a nearby ridge or lake, guided by a community member, enjoying panoramic views of the valley and alpine lagoons.
Reflect on your experience while taking in the natural beauty of the village and surrounding peaks.
Return to the house to relax and pack before saying your farewells.
Participate in a small parting ceremony or blessing offered by the community.
Begin the return drive to Cusco or the Sacred Valley, carrying lasting memories and a deeper understanding of Andean life, culture, and landscapes.
What's Included
What's Excluded
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Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations within 24 hours before the tour -
Refund of 50% of the tour price.
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