Chichubamba Hands-on Tour

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Duration: 1 Day
Availability : Every Day.
Depart: Urubamba
Destination: Urubamba
Max People : 12

About the Chichubamba Hands-on Tour

Immerse yourself in the heart of the Sacred Valley with Apus Peru’s hands-on tour at the Chichubamba Agritourism project! This experience offers a rare opportunity to connect deeply with local traditions and daily life. Perfect for the sensitive traveler, this tour allows you to visit local homes in a respectful and structured way, stepping into the shoes of the community for a day. It’s an authentic, heartfelt journey where you’ll not only learn but also actively participate in the traditions that make this region so special.

Chichubamba Hands-on Tour Itinerary

We will depart Cusco at around 8 a.m. and arrive in Urubamba by 10 a.m. Here, you will step into the heart of daily life in the Sacred Valley. This is more than just a tour; it is an opportunity to spend a day as the locals do, engaging in activities that have been passed down through generations.

Throughout the morning, you will participate in three 1-hour hands-on workshops, each offering a unique window into the traditions and livelihoods of the people who call this place home. Whether it is crafting ceramics, learning the art of chocolate making, or preparing chicha (a traditional fermented corn drink), each experience is intimate, genuine, and unforgettable. You will feel welcomed into people’s homes and share in their stories, passions, and way of life. It is special moments like these that make travel truly meaningful.

After the workshops, we will gather for a homemade lunch at the Chichubamba Agritourism project, where you can savor delicious local flavors prepared with care.

We will leave Urubamba around 2:30 p.m.

Available workshops (choose 3):

  • Ceramics
  • Chocolate making
  • Chicha preparation (a traditional fermented corn drink)
  • Coffee processing
  • Guinea pig raising
Meals included: Lunch
Other inclusions: Guide, private transport, 3 hands-on workshops

 

WHY BOOK WITH US?

High quality personalized experience

Unique, off-the-beaten track routes

Experienced staff

Verified sustainability practices

$20 of every trek donated to Threads of Peru

FAQs about the Chichubamba Hands-on Tour

What to Pack

Cusco can experience every season in a single day, so you should be prepared for sun and rain, cold and hot weather! We recommend a hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, sweater, rain gear or plastic poncho, winter hat or toque and gloves. In addition, you should bring:

      • A light day pack to carry your things
      • Water bottle and snacks
      • Money for snacks, souvenirs and tips

You can also see What To Bring for our comprehensive recommendations on what to pack for a trek in the Andes. For more great suggestions, check out our blog about How to Prepare for a Trek in Peru.

Guides and Safety on the Tour

Our whole trekking team know the Chichumabmba region like the back of their hand! They are some of the warmest, endearing and wonderful people you are ever likely to meet.

Our guides are all licensed and receive regular training. They share their experience, professionalism, knowledge and enthusiasm with our passengers on every trek.

Get to know our team!

Important Info

  • The times cited in this hands-on tour itinerary are approximate. Walking times depend on the group
  • The program is subject to change, due to weather and other unexpected circumstances
  • When you are visiting people’s homes please be respectful. Please refer to our Responsible Tourism pages. You can also ask for a copy of our Traveler’s Code of Conduct guide.
  • The cost for lunch is paid directly to the cooperative.

Ready to Book?

Does this tour sound like just what you were looking for? If you’re ready to book or just want to find out a bit more information, fill out the Inquiry Form in the top right-hand corner of this page to get the ball rolling. You’ll be connected with one of our amazing Travel Consultants who will be able to turn your dream of visiting Peru into a reality. For more information on the entire booking process, please see our How To Book page.

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Leslie K. (USA)

Family Traveller

Exceeded expectations with the wonderful team of Adriel, Mario, and Ernesto. Adriel was very knowledgeable! Thoughtful and offered sooo many options and opportunity to experience, learn and see with our limited time. Very patient, kind, informative and friendly – Great hospitality and took care of our health and safety. Transport was excellent and impressive! Huaran was an adventure and fascinating, friendly + skilled work of the weaving team! Then we loved the hands on delicious chocolate and the kids had fun learning and trying! And then the excellent craftsmanship of the ceramics team! It was all wonderful! So much quality and care. The best! Highly recommend. I will return!

26 July, 2023

Conor. (USA)

Couple Traveller

I loved the pottery demonstration, chocolate overview, and weaving experiences. I really liked the whole experience. The knowledgeable guides and authentic experience was very impressive and immersive. Both of our drivers were exceptional and extremely helpful. 100 000 percent I would recommend Apus Peru.

12 May, 2023

Ali K

Family Traveller

We had a great time! The highlight for one of our kids was the guinea pigs; the other one said “I can’t decide, I loved it all!”

10 August, 2022

Jennifer M. from US

Family Traveller

I would say if you are coming with a family, do the activities where you get to meet the people of Peru. We got to learn about weaving, chocolate making, gardening and beekeeping and talk with some of the people of the villages who perform these activities for daily life and it was the most rewarding and memorable part of the trip for me and my family.

23 July, 2018
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