Top Cusco Classes & Workshops

You will be involved in to an ancient tradition, with master weavers awarded by UNESCO. 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 have received important people like Jean-Bernard Münch 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.

*You will participate in the whole process, unlike a conventional tour. *Experience with an amazing view of the Incan Pisac platforms where you can take pictures with no background interruptions. *You can take your art pieces home as a souvenir of this magical experience.

Discover the rich flavors and culinary heritage of Peruvian cuisine during a small-group cooking class at Marcelo Batata Restaurant in Cusco. Shop for traditional ingredients and sample exotic fruits at San Pedro Market; create an array of typical Peruvian specialties such as ceviche, Lomo Saltado, Aji de Gallina, and Pisco Sour cocktails; then sit down to enjoy your delicious home cooked dinner.

Don't miss out on this magical opportunity to experience a different way of life!  The alpine scenery and mountainous terrain are simply exquisite but what makes the tour really special is visiting the Patacancha and Huilloc communities, known for their traditional cultural practices.  This tour gives you the opportunity to immerse yourself in traditional Andean culture by taking part in a weaving workshop. During the scheduled, respectful and low-impact Quechua community visits, we hope to educate the responsible traveler about the ancient weaving tradition and Andean indigenous culture.

*Unique experience at the home of the artisan who created the sculpture located in Maras' Main Square. *Three hours of learning and trying out authentic artistical Andean techniques. * You will be able to take home your wonderful art pieces as souvenirs of this amazing experience.

Our Sacred Andean leaves ceremony of unity offers the opportunity to learn about Andean culture, and traditions and to gain insight into your future. This ancient practice will open your spirit to the world of the Andes and to an ancient culture persevering in our modern times. This tradition is shared through generations of Q´ero community healers who live a few days´ walk through the mountains. They typically are chosen by and learn from their direct family. Each has their own specializations and are chosen by Travel and Healing for their abilities. We are grateful to our shamans and hope you too will experience their gifts in one of our Sacred Andean leaves ceremony of unity

We Cook Peru has the best-rated cooking classes in Cusco, we offer a unique and professional culinary experience. Unlike other cooking classes in town, we have a professional kitchen and plenty of space for you to cook and enjoy your food.

Get an immersive experience with Peruvian handicrafts and food on this day tour to Chichubamba. You’ll visit the rural community with a small group of just six people, which makes for an intimate experience. Learn how to fashion ceramics with a local craftsman, then try your hand at chocolate-making and the traditional beer, Chicha de Jora.

Aula is thrilled to offer our guests the opportunity to learn more about the plant dyes and traditional dyeing techniques unique to this region. Through the natural dyeing workshop, we hope our guests will leave with a true appreciation for the textile tradition and age-old techniques that make the Cusco region so special. We're proud to work with our partners at Pichinku, who have offered to open up their workshop for these intimate workshop experiences, providing a hands-on, one-on-one instruction and the chance to share in the experience with the all-female Pichinku team.

How we do it? Our Shamans are experts in making connection with the spirit of the Pachamama (Mother Earth) and next they will carefully interpret the coca leaves in order to find out what the natural spirit is showing, about the present and the future of the consultant. The ceremony is conducted by an Andean Shaman and the duration is always about 1 hour. You are encouraged and allowed to ask questions to the Shaman, about all aspects of the reading concerning the most important areas of your life.

You will visit the Chinchero town to participate in a textile workshop. You will meet with native weavers who will share their traditional weaving techniques with you at the Traditional Textile Center. You will attend a private demonstration presented by neighboring towns of weavers affiliated to the Center, which will show you the manufacturing process and the final garment. Each garment is really unique, a gem that is the result of methodical and meticulous work. The local techniques are old and institutions such as this have committed to promoting their preservation for the enjoyment of future generations. Natural elements and landscapes, such as mountains, stars, and rivers are shown in opaque colors, exclusively obtained from natural dyes. The wool is carded, spun, and dyed to create ponchos, belts, and shawls.

SPANISH CLASSES IN THE MARKET, FUN AND USEFUL FOR YOUR TRIP IN LATIN AMERICA, YOU WILL LEARN VOCABULARY AND LOCAL EXPRESSIONS AND YOU WILL PRACTICE WITH THE LOCAL PEOPLE AND TO GET INVOLVED IN CULTURE, YOU WILL TRY EXOTIC FRUITS AND / OR A DELICIOUS FRUIT JUICE .

*Unforgettable experience in which you will take part through the entire process, unlike other tours. *Beautiful and unique landscapes where any other traditional tour won't take you. *Enjoy a mix of culture and Andean tradition with local experts from this rural community.

Pisco is one of the Peruvian flag products. This workshop allows to know all the secrets of this magnificent Peruvian spirit drink and enjoy recipes and exotic flavors, learning and guaranteeing a good time.­­­

*A professional and talented local artist will guide you step by step on how to create an art piece. *Exclusive experience where you'll relax and enjoy a picnic and wine in front of an amazing view. *You will be able to take your art piece home as a souvenir of this amazing experience.

Explore a local market in Cusco, then take a workshop on Peruvian cuisine during this 4-hour culinary experience. Learn about the functions of traditional Andean kitchens and local specialties from a professional Peruvian chef. Tastings, meal, and drinks included.

With the help and guidance of your Instructor, you will learn some history and importance facts of the Peruvian cuisine and valuable information for when you are able to visit Cusco and Perú in general. I have been teaching lessons for tourists in the last 5 years and I can really show you the best way to enjoy Peruvian culture. In these crazy times, it's a bit hard to think about traveling and that probably won't be an option for the next months but as right now you can't visit Peru and learn more about it... Let me take a little piece of Perú to your tables.

Discover the authentic crafts and artisan traditions of the Sacred Valley on this private Pisac shopping experience from Cusco. After a pickup at your hotel, reach Pisac in comfort by air-conditioned vehicle. Follow your private guide through the traditional craft markets, and browse the locally produced artisan ceramics, textiles, and jewelry on display. Along the way, perhaps pick up a souvenir or two of your travels.

The goal of meditation is to go beyond the mind and experience our essential nature, connection with the Andes, Mother Earth and ourselves - having peace, happiness, and bliss.

Discover one of the best culinary experiences of the city, with authentic flavors in recipes that were perfected by the experience and research by our kitchen team. Enjoy the guidance and teaching of an authentic local chef and learn about techniques, secrets, stories and mysteries that surround Peruvian cuisine in an environment designed exclusively to take it to the roots of Peruvian cuisine.

A unique experience in the Sacred Valley, our service will be demonstrated by an expert in the field. The expert will demonstrate a variety of techniques to make new and original ceramic pieces. During the workshop, the participants will be able to see the clay, primary material for ceramics, the laminate, tournament, and finally the design.

Prepare classic Peruvian dishes in an open-air kitchen with a private Urubamba cooking class that goes beyond recipes to explore local ingredients and Peruvian cooking techniques. You’ll visit the Urubamba market, then cook alongside a passionate chef, making dishes such as ceviche, 'papa a la huancaína', local potatoes smothered in spicy sauce, 'tacu tacu,' rice and roasted beans, and 'lomo saltado,' marinated sirloin with onions and peppers.

Visit a bustling market, discover Peru’s culinary heritage, and even learn how to make some of its most beloved, traditional dishes during this hands-on cooking class. After meeting your guide, venture to Cusco’s vibrant San Pedro Market, and discover the bounty of fresh ingredients on display. Afterwards, head to the kitchen and don your aprons. With your instructor’s guidance, learn to prepare several Peruvian dishes, including ceviche. Finally, sit down to enjoy your multi-course dinner, complete with a homemade pisco sour.

How Classes Run: Classes runs via Zoom and each class lasts 60 minutes. You will receive a link to the zoom meeting upon confirmation of your booking. How we do it? This ceremony also strength our spiritual connection to the PachaMama, to continue generating life. During this ceremony offering, we pray for the health of the person or persons who you request it. Many times, we pray for work, prosperity and protection of participants. In our Andean world, everything around us is alive and believe that frequently occur in our lives imbalances. Then a way for us to harmonize and rebalance is through this Sacred Ceremony. To do this, we pray with three Coca leaves (Kintu), that Mother Earth gives us and are offered to the Apus (Great Mountain Spirits). We also use items like candy, colored wools, myrrh, frankincense, tallow and a variety of foods and herbs that Andean people called “reach or dispatch“.