Tour Itinerary:
Day 1: Departing from either Cusco or the Sacred Valley we make our way north east through the Urubamba mountain range. An area rich in culture, farming and ecologically diverse. This zone is home to thousands of alpaca, llama and sheep farmers who take textiles from their animals. Our journey time is around 3 hours to the town of Lares (2 hours from the Sacred Valley) and passes small villages and homesteads. This area is Quechua with inhabitants only speaking the old language. The people live very simply using only what the planet has given them. As we pass the villages we can see the people working in their fields and gardens. As we cross the mountain pass we meet many young children that are looking after their livestock, an incredible sight. After lunch we visit the town of Quiswarani which is known for its alpaca farming and weaving. As with many of the communities in the area they have returned to the traditional ways. They use completely natural dyes to color their fabrics, using plants, flowers, bark and herbs. We will have demonstrations and of course opportunities to buy direct, therefore cutting out the middle man and giving a fair price for good quality products. Continuing the journey through the valley arriving to ditrict capital the town of Lares. Here the beautiful outdoor hot springs. The night free to enjoy. Includes: (L), (D).
Day 2: Opportunity for a short dip before leaving for the town of Choquecancha. This small mountain town. Choquecancha to this day maintains its cultural heritage and is still using pre-olombian techniques in its textiles. The architecture of the town is of special archeaolgical importance being of Inka design and has its own part in the history of the Inkas. We then cross the valley to visit the town of Cachin. Cachin is famous for its textiles and again we will have a demonstration of part of the weaving process. Driving back to the Sacred Valley with a backdrop of mountains and mountainlife.
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
Price Includes:
- Professional Guide (Spanish/English spoken)
- Entrance fees
- Transport
- 1 breakfast, 2 lunches, 1 dinner, snacks and water
- Camping equipment
- Biodegradable soap
- Sleeping mat
- Local taxes charged at 19%.
Price Excludes:
- Tips and other gratuities
- Sleeping bag.
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South America
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Textile Arts
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