Andean Textile Magic: Engaging Weaving Workshop in Cusco
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Immerse yourself in Andean textile magic in Cusco with an engaging weaving workshop. Dye your own wool and create your own textile piece while learning from UNESCO-awarded master weavers. Be part of a unique and transformative experience that empowers local communities.
Duration: 1 day
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Qaytu Peru - Upon your arrival to our workshop, you will receive a warm welcome from our artisans, with local traditions of our community. Our local expert guide will receive you and will provide you with all the explanation about our project, textile trajectory, recognitions, the textile industry in general, etc.
    Then we will start with our experience at the workshop, the first activitie will be going out to collect plants, prepare the wool and dyeing process. for this activitie you will have an assistan who will guide you through the process of dyeing and weaving.

We will provide you all the materials required in the workshop and everything you produce can be taken home.

What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • Workshop materials provided
  • Take home your own creation
  • All fees and taxes included
  • Complimentary tea and coffee
  • Lunch provided
Additional Information

Live this unique experience of dyeing with plants and weaving in backstrap loom technique together with great master weavers of Peru awarded by UNESCO, we want you to be involved, dyeing your own wool, make your own textile piece.

–This is the only tour in Cusco that allows you to live this kind of experiences.

–We don`t just show you the textile process, you will do the process

–We were honored to receive Jean-Bernard Münh who is the president of the Swiss Commission for UNESCO since 2012.

–This kind of experiences helps local people to give more value to what they do.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Miguelsi5604gd
Apr 10, 2024
best trip ever! - Thanks to Peru Private tours , Peru was the best trip ever! They were incredibly helpful, guiding us to the must-see spots and making sure we felt safe throughout our journey."
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Romansj2024
Mar 31, 2024
Incredible journey! Edwin and Bernebe's - Incredible journey! Edwin and Bernebe's workshop transported me to the heart of Andean culture. Grateful for this enriching experience
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Abosedes2024
Mar 29, 2024
"Exceptional experience! - Exceptional experience! Edwin and Bernebe's workshop provided an invaluable opportunity to learn from Andean masters. Truly unforgettable!
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Meeksb2024
Mar 27, 2024
Go and experience true Peruvian culture. You won’t regret it. - I’m so happy I did this workshop! This is by far the best cultural experience I’ve had here. This was even better than Machu Pichu. They were prompt for pickup and very communicative and organized prior to the excursion. On the day of, Naydiss (my guide) and the driver Marco were very warm and welcoming. Marco navigated the roads well. I usually get car sick, but this time I didn’t. Since it was my birthday Luciana (the master textile woman) welcomed me with flowers when I arrived on the property. As for the textile, they really teach you everything from start to finish. You pick your own plants so you can dye the wool and you have an option to make a bookmark or bracelet. You have to do a beginner design that all textile women must master before going to another design with increased difficulty. You choose your colores for the bracelet which is alpaca wool. I love how hands on this workshop was even though my back hurts lol. I really appreciated Luciana’s patience. She was always there guiding me and helping to fix my mistakes. This experience really gives you an appreciation of all the time and effort it takes to weave textiles. I learned so much about the culture and was able to participate in some traditions which was also really fun. The food was amazing! Naydiss is great in the kitchen. Everything is organic and from the local area. They even surprised me with a special birthday cake! You can tell that they have great pride in what they do and are passionate about sharing their culture, their experiences, etc. We talked about hair, clothes, men, everything! I felt like I was apart of a community. This definitely is an experience for women by women to share and grow together.
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Travel43609585703
Mar 27, 2024
Exploring Andean textile traditions alongside Edwin and Bernabe was an enriching experience. - Exploring Andean textile traditions alongside Edwin and Bernabe was an enriching experience. Edwin's genuine enthusiasm for the artistry inspired us, while Bernabe's meticulous organization ensured a smooth and memorable journey. I enthusiastically endorse this tour for anyone seeking an authentic Cusco adventure.
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Danieltt6352xd
Mar 25, 2024
Edwin and Bernabe really work hand in hand with us - I and my business partner learn a lot with them, Edwin and Bernabe really work hand in hand with us to achieve our business trip purpose.
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Briantracyt
Mar 17, 2024
Amazing time learning about Andean textiles with Edwin and Bernabe - We had an amazing time learning about Andean textiles with Edwin and Bernabe. Edwin's passion for the craft was infectious, and his patient guidance helped us create beautiful pieces of our own. Bernabe's professionalism and attention to detail made the trip seamless. I highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Cusco
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Janiyahh2024
Feb 28, 2024
An unforgettable experience with Peru Private Tours! - From the moment we reached out to owner Edwin and his team, we were blown away by their exceptional service. Their attention to detail, personalized itineraries, and warmth truly set them apart. Highly recommend for anyone exploring Cusco
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Oliviasg2679tq
Feb 21, 2024
A magical experience! - This tour is absolutely magical and Edwin is a wonderful host. I have always wanted to learn about the art of weaving and this experience exceeded all expectations. From spinning and dying alpaca wool to learning about the traditional weaving process from Margarita and Lucia, I feel so fulfilled and am grateful to have had the chance to learn about this beautiful local art form.
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B8203awisabelf
Jan 28, 2024
Amazing experience with lovely people - Had an amazing day learning about foraged materials and natural dyeing techniques used for textiles. Being shown how to weave my own bookmark by Dahlia who was an amazing teacher was super fun, and Nayda was a great guide who explained everything to me in really good English (as my Spanish is awful) and also prepared a delicious lunch! Highly recommend!!!
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