Alpaca Walk & Natural Dye Tour: A Memorable Full Day Experience
Description
Unique Cultural Immersion: You will have the opportunity to immerse yourself in the enchanting culture of the Sacred Valley. Scenic Hike through the Sacred Valley: The tour includes a 2-hour hike through the breathtaking landscapes of the Sacred Valley. Enjoy stunning viewsa and explore the natural beauty of the region. Hands-On Natural Dying Experience: Participate in a private experience where you'll learn the art of natural dyeing. Collect leaves during the hike, which you'll later use to dye alpaca wool and fabric. Authentic Pachamanca Lunch: Indulge in a traditional Peruvian dish called pachamanca, shared with locals. Expert Guides and Inclusive Experience: The tour provides knowledgeable English-speaking guide who enhance your understanding of the region, local traditions, and the significance of alpacas. Make your own alpaca: Create your own alpaca with filtering technique and bring a nice souvenier back home.
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- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Reviews(11)
This is an immersive Peruvian cultural experience. The Inca, Quechua lessons from nature and the medicinal properties of the encountered botany is a delight. We were treated to a special sacred ceremony by the guide’s grandfather that enriched our time. The pachamanka (in ground cooking with hot stones) was delicious and we were hands on. The leaves we gathered from the walk were then used for the dyeing process. We loved the educational demonstration of what natural sources make certain colours. We dyed our own skein of Alpaca. The day was full of surprises with making our own stuffed alpaca toy and learning a traditional dance. The enthusiasm and outpouring of sensitivity to our needs and interests was unsurpassed. This is a must do on your list of tours in Cusco!
Everything was excellent: guides, atmosphere, professionalism.
Muchas gracias por su comentario 😊 Nos alegra mucho saber que todo fue excelente y que quedaron satisfechos con nuestros guías, el ambiente y la profesionalidad del servicio 👍✨ Ha sido un placer atenderles y esperamos recibirles nuevamente en una próxima experiencia en Cusco 🏔️🌄
Memorable experience and wonderful conclusion to a magical week in Peru. Edwin took fantastic care of us and guided us attentively through a nice walk with alpacas as well as spending the rest of the day with a local community cooking a delicious pachamanca and learning about natural colouring. Unmissable!
Thank you very much for your beautiful review. I am truly delighted to know that this experience was a memorable conclusion to your magical week in Peru. It was a pleasure to personally accompany you on the walk with the alpacas and to share the day with the local community, cooking pachamanca together and learning about natural colouring traditions. Moments like these, connecting with nature, culture and people, are exactly what we love to create for our guests. Your description of the tour as “unmissable” means a lot to us and to our community partners. Thank you sincerely for your trust, your time, and your kind words. I hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back to Peru in the future for more unique and authentic experiences.
Our driver and tour guide were excellent. I would highly recommend Elexvan to serve as your trip advisor. Our driver Alex was very professional
Thank you very much for your kind words. We are pleased to know that you had an excellent experience with Elexvan as your guide and Alex as your driver. Their professionalism and dedication truly represent the service we strive to provide. We greatly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you again soon for another memorable journey in Peru
Unique experience that welcomed us and shared a piece of their culture with us. They took their time and made us feel like part of their family. The visit included so much more than walking with alpaca and dye. I would recommend this tour to anyone who wants to take the time to experience the rural life of Peru, away from the typical tourist spots.
Thank you so much for your heartfelt review! We are delighted that this unique experience gave you the chance to connect with local culture in such an authentic and welcoming way. It makes us proud to know you felt like part of the family and enjoyed the richness of rural life in Peru, beyond the typical tourist sites. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we look forward to welcoming you again for more meaningful experiences.
I have done 2 trips with Trasforming Travels and my experience has been excellent. Thr choice of Hotels and and the group is really good. They give personal attention . Very well organized. I went Solo but made lot of friends and beautiful memories
Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful words! We are delighted to hear that both of your trips with Transforming Travels were excellent and that you enjoyed the choice of hotels, the organization, and the personal attention. It makes us very happy that traveling solo gave you the chance to create beautiful memories and lasting friendships. We truly appreciate your trust and look forward to welcoming you again on another unforgettable journey.
This was hands down my favorite experience near Cusco. It offered a rich, immersive glimpse into the deep relationship between people, plants, and the land. I helped prepare a delicious traditional meal, learned about natural dyes, and even got to try my hand at dyeing fabric myself. It felt like several cultural experiences in one and was far more meaningful than hikes I went on. Isidor, Nayda, and Jessica were incredibly generous with their knowledge and made the day truly special. I’d recommend this to anyone looking for something grounded, hands-on, and unforgettable.
"Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We're thrilled Isidor, Nayda, and Jessica made your day so special and meaningful. We appreciate your recommendation!"
It is the most spectacular and rewarding experience I have ever lived. Nayda, Ruth, Emma and Isidro THANK YOU!!! I leave with a full heart wanting to come back and recommend all my close friends. The walk is gentle, not at all demanding so the whole family can come. We learned from grasses and even insects. Lunch was a traditional lunch cooked with stones. Healthy and SPECTACULAR. The experience of dyeing the wool was AMAZING and we finished with a thank you ritual and a traditional dance. Do not miss this activity. THANK YOU!
This tour was a highlight of our trip to Peru! Walking with the alpacas was so much fun - it took them a little while to warm up to us but once they did they were so cute and sweet! The hike itself was beautiful as well, and we had a great time collecting leaves to use in the dyeing process. Learning about the steps that go into processing the alpaca wool into yarn, as well as dyeing, strengthening, and ultimately weaving with it was fascinating. This was a beautiful day and we would highly recommend this experience.
Dear Ariel, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! I'm thrilled to hear that the tour was a highlight of your trip to Peru. It’s great to know that you enjoyed interacting with the alpacas and found the hike and the traditional dyeing process fascinating. Our goal is to provide memorable and enriching experiences, and it’s fantastic to hear that we achieved that for you. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back for more unforgettable experiences in the future. Warm regards, Edwin Pimentel CEO and Founder Peru Private Tours
This tour blew me away! From the first moment, Edwin and his team were so professional and generous with their time, knowledge, and patience. Walking with the alpacas was SO much fun, and getting to participate in the dyeing of our own yarn alongside the local weavers was so special. Edwin even offered to take us to a local animal sanctuary we drove past - unfortunately the day ran a little long so we weren’t able to, but it was such a thoughtful offer! I would absolutely take this tour, or another of PPT’s offerings, again!
Dear Kelsey, Thank you immensely for your heartfelt review and for choosing Peru Private Tours for your adventure. We're thrilled to hear that our team, led by Edwin, provided you with a memorable and enriching experience. It brings us great joy to know that you enjoyed walking with the alpacas and participating in the dyeing process with the local weavers. Your appreciation for the cultural aspects of the tour means a lot to us, and we're delighted to have been a part of this special experience with you. We apologize for not being able to visit the local animal sanctuary due to time constraints, but we truly appreciate your understanding. Your kind words and willingness to recommend our tours to others are deeply valued. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back for another unforgettable journey in the future. Warm regards, Edwin Pimentel Peru Private Tours
