Andean Overnight

Take part in a two-day, one-night Quechua cultural immersion with Awamaki’s Andean Overnight program spent with our newest cooperative of women in Huilloc Alto.

During your stay you will participate in weaving lessons, spend quality time with local families during meals, learn about medicinal plants, go on an Andean lake hike with a chance to see alpacas and llamas, and finally take part in an ofrenda ceremony.

 Receive one-on-one weaving lessons with women from the Huilloc Alto cooperative who will give you a step-by-step introduction to preparing yarn, dying yarn, back strap weaving methods and will individually help you make bracelets to take home.

• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Extended stays and custom trips: If you would like to extend your homestay, please contact us at tours@awamaki.org. We can create custom itineraries based on your interests. We can also arrange extended stays in the villages for an immersive and unique travel experience.
• Bring hiking boots or sturdy shoes for mud
• If you need transportation from Cusco to Ollantatyambo, please contact us at tours@awamaki.org
• Bring refillable water bottle
• Scheduling requests: Sometimes we can accommodate late departure (11 am) departure times, or early return times (by 1pm). Please note your schedule request in the “special instructions” section when you book. We will contact you if we cannot accommodate your requests.
• Sleeping bag is optional but recommended if you have one
• Bring small bills in soles if you plan to purchase from the artisans
• Consider bringing snacks (chocolates and sweet things for the cold)
• Spare shoes recommended but optional
• Warm layers and rain layers
• We can accommodate most special requests. We can accommodate nearly all dietary restrictions. Please note special requests or dietary restrictions in the “special instructions” section when you book. We will contact you if we are unable to accommodate your request.
• The overnight takes place at high altitude and requires some walking over uneven ground. It also includes a longer walk/hike, but that can be modified to accommodate health needs

• This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 6 valid reviews on TRIPADVISOR