Awamaki Rural Tourism Package
Tour info
Why take this tour?
Visit an Andean community to discover more about textiles and the amazing women who weave them. You will learn everything from the kinds of wool used, how the wool is spun, dyed, and woven.
What’s included?
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English-speaking guide/ interpreter -
Transportation from and to Ollantaytambo -
Weaving lesson and demonstrations -
Home-cooked lunch -
Lunch -
Transportation to Ollantaytambo from other cities, such as Urubamba or Cusco
Things to know
Before you book
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Duration: 4-6 hours
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Mobile tickets accepted
Cancellation Policy
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All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.
About operator:
Awamaki creates authentic tourism experiences that connect visitors to the Sacred Valley and the artisans in its Quechua communities. We offer village visits to meet our artisans, weaving lessons, language classes, s and fair trade shopping, all of which benefit Andean women entrepreneurs. As a non-profit, we provide rural women with economic opportunities and skills training so they can earn a living and provide for their families. Our artisans produce contemporary home, gift and accessory items using traditional Andean techniques and organic plant dyes. They welcome visitors to see their communities, learn about their craft, and support their businesses. Awamaki has been widely recognized for our leadership in sustainable cultural tourism. We have been awarded the World Travel and Tourism Council's Tourism for Tomorrow Award for Social Impact, and the TO DO Award for Sustainable Tourism. We were also a finalist in the National Geographic World Legacy Awards.
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