Experiential Tourism in the Willoq Community

Why choose this tour?

The Willoq experiential tour is a unique experience for those who want to experience the rich Andean culture firsthand, share moments with direct descendants of the Incas, and contribute to the sustainable development of the community. This experiential tour takes place in the heart of the Sacred Valley of the Incas, a few kilometers from Ollantaytambo. Known for preserving its ancestral traditions, this village offers an authentic experience, where visitors can immerse themselves in the daily lives of the locals and learn about their customs, crafts, and agricultural practices.

Itinerary

Pickup in Ollantaytambo (7:00 a.m.)

Meeting point at the Plaza de Armas in Ollantaytambo or at your hotel.
Transfer by tourist vehicle to the community of Willoq (approximately 1 hour).

Traditional Welcome in Willoq (8:00 a.m.)

Welcome with Andean music and traditional clothing.
Brief welcome ceremony performed by the community members, with coca leaves and an offering to Pachamama.

Community Activities (9:00 a.m.)

Ancestral Textiles

Demonstration of weaving on traditional looms.
Participation in the spinning and dyeing process with natural dyes.
Opportunity to purchase textiles directly from the artisans.

Traditional Agriculture

Experience planting and harvesting traditional crops such as potatoes, corn, and quinoa.
Use of ancestral agricultural tools.
Explanation of the Inca farming techniques that are still preserved.

Community Lunch (12:30 p.m.)

Delicious lunch prepared by local families.
Traditional dishes such as pachamanca, oca, corn, and Andean trout.
Share stories and customs with the villagers.

Cultural Walk (2:00 p.m.)

Walking tour of the community's surroundings to explore the landscapes and agricultural fields.
Visit a nearby waterfall or natural viewpoint, with explanations about the local flora and fauna.
Stories and myths told by the community members themselves.

Dance and Music Workshop (3:30 p.m.)

Participation in a demonstration of traditional dances with traditional red costumes and colorful textiles.
Learn the basic steps of a ceremonial dance and understand the meaning of each movement.