From Cusco: Indigenous Potato Farm Cultural Experience
ID: GYG326356-578476
Category:
Country: Peru
Duration:
1 days
Description
Learn about 5 Peruvian communities that utilize sustainable agriculture to produce a variety of potatoes. Enjoy a delicious Peruvian feast. Lean about indigenous medicinal practices.
After pickup from your hotel in central Cusco, head straight into the wondrous landscapes and views of the Sacred Valley. After pausing for the vistas in the town of Pisaq, you’ll continue to the sustainable farm and village. Once you arrive, you’ll be greeted warmly by the villagers, who will give you a tour of the communal farm that they tend.
Next on the agenda is a visit to the Kinsaqocha lagoon, where you’ll have an unmatched panorama of the Andes and the valleys below. Marvel at the tranquil vastness beneath you as you search the trees for local birds and wildlife. Afterwards, you’ll participate in a workshop about local medicinal plants and artisanal crafts unique to the region.
To cap things off, you’ll enjoy a hearty local meal, including stews made with the diverse selection of local potatoes. Afterwards, you’ll head back to your hotel in Cusco.
Highlights
- Explore rural Peru with an altruistic nonprofit which promotes potato diversity and communal farming
- Marvel at breathtaking vistas as you climb high into the mountains
- Gain a deeper understanding of Peru's Inca history
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• The minimum altitude of this trip is 11,154 feet, and the maximum altitude is 15,091 feet
All required protective equipment is provided
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You will receive a mandatory temperature check
Pickup available from anywhere in the Cusco center.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
