Lamay Village Experience (Group Departure)

Overview

Visiting local homes and learning about the guinea pig breeding and corn beer fermentation process is a great introduction to local Andean culture. You will be paying a fee per person and supporting the preservation of culture and these traditional activities that might get lost as they are not economically profitable. Lamay is an authentic village that represents the old style life at the Sacred Valley of the Incas in Cusco.

Activity itinerary

This activity consists in visiting Lamay, a traditional and not touristic village in the Sacred Valley of the Incas, meet enthusiastic and friendly local people and learn about their lifestyle and traditional business Arriving at La Base Lamay, we will have a brief interpretation of the local culture and activities in the village. Then we will walk through the streets and start with the visit of the Lamay church, one of the oldest temples in the Cusco region dated from the 17th century. Then we will walk to the guinea pig sheds, and discover how a traditional activity has been converted into a local business model. Finally, we will go to the ¨Chicheria¨ or Corn beer brewery, we were local people meet to make a break in between working labour. We will learn about the process of making chicha and have a good time with the local people. After this spontaneous experience, we will walk back to La Base Lamay for a coffee or a soft drink. Finally return to your hotel or your next destination.

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What to know before you go

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Cancellation policy

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

• From 1 days before : 100% refunded
• From 0 days before : 0% refunded

Product code: 196026P6

Activity offered by La Base Lamay via Viator.