From Chivay to Puno: A Scenic Route Through the Altiplano
About the tour
Discover the Pachamanca, an experience of fire, earth, and Andean flavors that combines cuisine, culture, and ancestral traditions in a local community.
11-HOUR DURATION
BILINGUAL CERTIFICATE GUIDE
TICKETS
INCLUDES ALL TRANSPORTATION
Itinerary
- The Pachamanca is an Andean culinary experience that combines tradition, flavor, and living culture. It begins with a pickup from your hotel at 10:00 a.m. and a transfer to a local community, where you will be welcomed in a unique natural setting.
- You will help prepare this traditional dish, cooked underground with hot stones, using local ingredients such as native potatoes, corn, sweet potatoes, and meats marinated with Andean herbs.
- While the food is cooking, you’ll enjoy a demonstration of traditional weaving, discovering techniques and cultural meanings passed down through generations.
- Finally, you will enjoy the pachamanca, served with uchucuta, chicha de jora, and anise liqueur. Afterward, you will return to your hotel.
- An authentic experience to connect with the essence of Peru through its cuisine and culture.
INCLUDES
- Traditional Preparation of Pachamanca
- Full lunch
- Textile demonstration
- Traditional Beverages
- Community cultural activity
- Pickup/transportation to the hotel.
NOT INCLUDED
- Breakfast or personal snacks.
- Tips for the guide or driver are at your discretion.
- Layered clothing: thermal jacket or windbreaker (cold mornings, then warm)
- Comfortable footwear: sturdy hiking boots or sneakers
- Sun protection: sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat
- Hydration: water and light snacks
- Extras: camera or cell phone and cash
Key tip: At high altitudes, the weather changes quickly. Be prepared for intense cold at dawn and strong sunshine during the day.
The Andean Pachamanca Tour
It is available every day of the year, weather permitting.
- Price
Price for private service: US$90.00 per person
- Easy booking:
Booking is quick and easy. We offer a variety of payment options for your convenience.
- Payment methods:
- Credit or debit card
- PayPal
- MoneyGram
- Western Union
- Cash (soles or dollars)
- Pix
The Andean Pachamanca is a private tour, so a minimum of two people is required; if you are traveling alone, you will need to pay an additional $30.
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