Living in the Anfes 04 Days / 03 Nights from US$1,617

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Experience the living culture of the Andes on this 4-day journey through Cusco, the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu. Stay with a local family in the Huilloc community, enjoy a traditional Pachamanca lunch, discover ancestral Andean traditions, and share authentic experiences with local communities. Continue to Cuyo Chico for a premium Andean lunch and ancestral painting workshop, followed by a visit to the “Sounds of the Andes” Interpretation Center. Complete the journey with a guided visit to Machu Picchu, one of the world’s most iconic archaeological sites.

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4Destinations

2Planned accommodations

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Trip summary

2 Adults

Nights 3

This idea includes

Destinations 4

Accommodations 2

ITINERARY

DAY 01: ARRIVAL IN CUSCO + HUILLOC COMMUNITY

How exciting it is to arrive in Cusco! (Preferably a flight arriving before 11:00 am) Upon your arrival at Velasco Astete Airport, our team will give you a warm welcome before taking you to the rural community of Huilloc , located at 3,780 meters above sea level. There, in the home of a family , you will live an authentic and moving experience.

In this picturesque Andean village, the family will open the doors of their home to you and invite you to be part of their daily life, sharing traditional activities, games and moments of togetherness.

At 12:30 pm, a special welcome from the community, followed by a "Pachamanca" lunch, which includes a variety of potatoes, sweet potato, anu, plantain, beef, guinea pig, chicken, cheese, broad beans and corn.

At 2:30 p.m., you will participate in a cultural activity that will allow you to learn more about the ancestral customs of Huilloc and the way of life of its inhabitants . It will be an ideal opportunity to interact with the community and learn from their wisdom. (Choose one*)

At 7:00 pm, enjoy a family dinner where you can savor homemade dishes prepared with local ingredients, in a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

Rest at the Huilloc glamping site.

DAY 02: HUILLOC COMMUNITY + CUYO CHICO COMMUNITY

At 7:30 a.m., we enjoyed a delicious breakfast surrounded by family and nature. Afterward, we prepared for a cultural activity. ( Choose one*)

At 10:00 a.m., we packed our bags and said goodbye to the children and the lovely family. On the way to the community of Cuyo Chico, we made a brief stop at a hotel in the Sacred Valley to drop off our luggage.

At 12:30 pm, Master Chef Vicente Rayo Quispe welcomes us to the community and invites us to enjoy a premium Andean lunch outdoors (Andean Style* See Image*), connecting with Pachamama (Mother Earth). It's an opportunity to savor Andean products from Cusco, derived from ancestral agricultural knowledge practiced from the Inca Empire to the present day. ( See menu*)

Ancestral Painting Workshop in front of the Pisac Archaeological Complex in an Andean-style setting: After lunch, we begin the workshop with the distribution of materials and instructions from the instructor. Guided by his experience, we begin painting with ancestral techniques and six traditional colors. Later, each participant will have the opportunity to create their own design. Afterward, we will present the finished works and then visit the "Sounds of the Andes" Interpretation Center to learn about the ancestral sounds of the region.

We ended the experience with an emotional farewell.

This workshop not only allows you to take home a handmade piece as a souvenir, but also offers a moment of peace, creativity and connection with ancestral Andean art.

In the afternoon, we went to the hotel.

Accommodation in Valle.

DAY 03: MACHU PICCHU

Breakfast at the hotel.

The day has arrived to visit one of the 7 Wonders of the Modern World . We will travel to the Ollantaytambo train station and arrive at the Machu Picchu town station , where our team will assist us in boarding the bus that will take us to the entrance of the sanctuary. The journey along a road with breathtaking curves will offer spectacular views of the Urubamba River as it carves the famous canyon. The Lost City of the Incas, Machu Picchu, will welcome us with its incredible terraces, staircases, ceremonial sites, and urban areas. The energy emanates from the entire site. After a guided tour, we will return to town to enjoy a delicious lunch at one of the local restaurants. Finally, we will return to the city of Cusco, filled with unforgettable memories .

Overnight in Cusco.

DAY 04: DEPARTURE FROM CUSCO

Breakfast at the hotel, enjoying the last moments in the City of the Incas .

At the agreed-upon time, our team will transfer you to Velasco Astete Airport in Cusco for your flight back home. Thank you for visiting Cusco and for sharing with the communities and their traditions!

ADDITIONAL

English guide

For 2 people ADT or CHD $150.00 USD

For 3 people ADT or CHD $100.00 USD

For 4 or more people. Quote available upon request.

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Guide languages

Spanish

Meeting point

Aeropuerto Internacional Alejandro Velasco Astete, Cusco

Itinerary

Day 1: Cusco

Day 2: Cusco, Sacred Valley

Day 3: Sacred Valley, Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu, Cusco

Day 4: Cusco

Included

Airport - community / hotel - airport transfer in Cusco
Transfer from Huilloc community - hotel - Cuyo Chico community - hotel in the Sacred Valley
1 night glamping in the Huilloc community + Breakfast
1 night accommodation in Sacred Valley + Breakfast
1 night accommodation in Cusco + Breakfast
2D1N Community Tourism Experiences in Huilloc + Lunch (Pachamanca) and Dinner in Private
HD Private Painting Workshop and Interpretation Center Experience in Cuyo Chico
Andean-style lunch in front of the Pisac archaeological complex
Full-day Machu Picchu tour with Expedition or Voyager tourist train from Ollantaytambo + lunch with private on-site guide
Tourist tickets
Guide in Spanish
Virtual assistance throughout the entire trip.

Excluded

Food not mentioned in the program.
Guide in another language (additional)
Early check-in, late check-out, services and meals not mentioned in the itinerary, drinks during meals, hotel extras, personal expenses.
Tips for guides, drivers, and waiters are not included unless specified in the description.
International Airline Ticket
Domestic Air Tickets