Maras + Moray & Textile Experience

This experience was amazing. I had wonderful conversations with the driver, and also the teacher at Tres Colores. The story behind this place ran by woman is really special. I had a wonderful fresh, straight from the land, warm lunch upon arrival at Tres Colores. Had a little break to enjoy the spectacular view of the snow topped mountains before we began the workshop, where we then naturally dyed alpalca yarn, washed the furr with a root that is a natural soap, threading and ultimately weaving my own bracelet. It was a handson experience where the teacher knew how to explain everything with love and patience. I got to even learn some words in Quechua. After class one can stroll in their shop with all their beautiful hand made products (paying with card is possible). Visiting the the salt mines and moray was also really beautiful and because we started early we beat the crowds. I was the only one booked for this tour and workshop (by chance) so I had a lot of personal attention and was very special to experience. And I gained even more respect on the process of making these weaved products. I highly recommend Tres Colores!

My guide and driver Dionel was amazing! I learned so much about the history and culture of Peru while visiting archeological sites. I was traveling solo and I felt safe and had some beautiful photos taken! I had a wonderful time learning about the dyeing and weaving process in a gorgeous setting at Andean Colors. It was the perfect day in Peru for anyone who loves to learn about art and culture.

Andean Colours was one of the most special and unique experiences in Peru! The class for natural dyeing was incredible and super informative. We were involved in every step of the process and the class was just two of us so it felt very unique to learn in that environment. After making the wool, we were taught how to weave bracelets which was also so fun. The home cooked meal for lunch was delicious - thank you so much! Also a really special organisation that supports single mothers who are artisans.

Book this immediately! This was one of my absolute favorite days in Peru! The textile workshop was amazing with such knowledgeable and patient instructors and incredible views. Me and one other person were there so it felt like a private workshop, they even arranged drop off and pick up for a reasonable price. We learned how to do everything wash, process, spin, dye and weave alpaca wool. With the company's origins founded in supporting single mothers you know your dollar is going somewhere worth it. Lunch was great! I even added an extension to Maras and moray with this company. An incredible day!

We strongly recommend this experience! Marco was very knowledgeable and we learnt a lot about alpaca wool and the dying process. It was very interactive and Marco encouraged questions. It is also in a beautiful location with amazing views. It’s a must-do if you’re in Cusco!

I was picked up by Walter (the BEST driver ever) and taken to Moray. Incredible views and rich history and culture. Walter was kind enough to help me get pictures since I was traveling solo. We went to Maras and he gave me info about the history, the process, and overall knowledge on salt. I was able to support local shops and hear some live music as well. The best part of the tour was definitely visiting Andean Colors. I was able to meet Miguel and Paolita, who were incredible kind, informative, and fun to be around. The history of Andean Colors is amazing and the mission (to support single mothers providing for their families) is so worth it. I was amazed by how intricate the process of weaving is. I was able to walk an alpaca, feed some animals, dye yarn, use sheep wool to make yarn, and make my own beautiful bracelet. There was also a delicious lunch provided. Overall, this experience will likely be my top Peru experience. I’ll always remember how wonderful every part of this day was and I’ll always think fondly of Paolita and the 38 mothers working to preserve textile knowledge and care for their loved ones.

Great experience, the people are kind and the experience is fun. You get to see alpacas and llamas, after this you’re shown how their fur is tainted and turned into strings, and at the end you get to buy very nice designs.

You get to feed Alpacas and Llamas, the staff explains the processing of the wool and sells clothing

Marco was really nice and informative. Hilda was sweet and gorgeous. They showed us the traditional weaving methods. We get to feed the lamas and alpacas. Love it. Would definitely recommend and visit again.

Such an incredible experience. Marco was super nice and informative and showed us so many cool things. He was very friendly as was Hilda. She helped me find all the sizes and colors of the clothing items I wanted. I had a great time. The llamas and alpacas were cute. Also, the snow tipped mountains in the background made pictures super nice. I highly recommend.

I loved this place! The director of the place was very informative about the cause they were trying to promote (helping/empowering single mothers and decreasing the cost of organic), and the women showed us all the techniques of dying the wool. It was a beautiful place, and they were really hospitable. I also really enjoyed the llamas.

Yes you’ll learn and take pictures with llamas and alpacas... you’ll even get to feed them. You’ll learn all about how they create beautiful clothing with vibrant colors. But most of all, you’ll help single mothers become self dependent and support them in learning a trade... you’ll also get some REALLY nice clothing out of it. If you get a chance, definitely give them a visit.

Andean Colors is a great place to be educated on original manufacturing and textile production in Peru. We were happy to support this local business and its amazing people. The alpaca farm is also very impressive!

This was an awesome day tour through the sacred valley! Willian taught us so much about the history and culture of Peru. The alpaca farm was my favorite - learning about how to make alpaca sweaters and interacting with the animals. I highly recommend this tour!

We started our day in Cusco, where transport picked us up on time. Then we headed to the impressive salt flats of Maras and the fascinating Inca laboratory of Moray; both places were simply amazing. Then we continue to Andean Colors, where we enjoy a delicious lunch with spectacular views. Finally, we started the textile workshop, and I can say for sure that it was one of the best experiences of my whole trip in Cusco. I recommend this experience to everyone without hesitation. Simply unforgettable!

Muy buen lugar para interactuar con las Alpacas, nos enseñaron el trabajo y la relación con las comunidades y el importante trabajo que realizan, gracias por su hospitalidad.

Maravillosa experiencia!!! Aprendes como se tiñe la lana de alpaca con tintes vegetales, te enseñan a reconocer cuando una prenda es 100% alpaca, ves el trabajo de tejido de las mantas y otras prendas. Los dueños, Marco e Hilda, son personas con verdadera vocación de ayuda, ayudando a miles de madres solteras a salir adelante, brindándoles herramientas y empoderándolas. Tienen una gran variedad de prendas de excelente calidad, todo 100% baby alpaca y con diseños preciosos! Y cada producto es tejido por esta comunidad de mujeres q Andean Colors ha creado.

Ziemlich spontan haben wir Marco am Abend zuvor kontaktiert, nachdem wir tagsüber (vergeblich) in Cusco nach Anbietern gesucht haben, die mit dem Tagesausflug ins heilige Tal auch den Besuch einer Alpaka-Ranch verbinden. Marco holte uns am nächsten Morgen im Hostel ab und wir fuhren zunächst zum Alpaka- und Lamahof von Andean Colors. Dort durften wir die Tiere füttern, streicheln, Fotos schießen. Anschließend erklärte uns Marco mit welchen natürlichen Mitteln die Wolle gefärbt und gewaschen wird und wie wir echte Alpaka-Sachen von Synthetik-China-Produkten unterscheiden können. Der anschließende Besuch im Shop hat nicht zum Kauf verpflichtet, wir haben es aber gern gemacht, weil wir einfach sicher sein konnten, hier qualitativ hochwertige Produkte zu erhalten. Danach setzten wir die Fahrt ins heilige Tal fort, die Aussicht war spektakulär! Wir hielten in Muray, den Salzminen und in Ollantaytambo an. Zu jeder dieser Sehenswürdigkeiten hat uns Marco interessante Informationen gegeben. Wir konnten nur staunen! Es war ein gelungener Tag, wir sind froh über Andean Colors gebucht zu haben und können es von ganzen Herzen weiterempfehlen!