Traditional Picantería Tour in Cusco with Culinary Delights
- 12 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 2 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Explore the vibrant culinary scene of Cusco on a traditional picantería tour that reveals the region’s rich gastronomy. Sample iconic dishes that showcase a fusion of Andean and Spanish influences, all while visiting famous spots like San Pedro Market and Mamá Trini picantería. Each dish, from chiri uchu to pachamanca, tells a story of the Andes, ensuring a deep cultural experience. Learn about the history and traditions that shape these culinary delights, making this tour an essential choice for food enthusiasts looking to connect with local culture. - Visit San Pedro Market and renowned picanterías for authentic tastes - Savor traditional dishes like cuy chactado and quinoa soup - Gain insights into the history and cultural significance of each dish - Perfect for travelers seeking a unique culinary adventure in Cusco
Inclusions
What's included
- Small groups and personalized attention
- Round-trip local transportation
- Tasting of traditional dishes at two traditional picanterías
- Professional culinary tour in Spanish and English
- Traditional drinks included
- Guided tour of the San Pedro Market
- Cultural explanation of each dish
What's not
- Pickup from your hotel or accommodation
- Additional purchases not included in the tour itinerary
- Personal expenses at the market
Itinerary
The gastronomic tour begins at Plaza San Francisco in Cusco’s historic center, where the guide introduces the history of traditional picanterías and the fusion of Andean and Spanish cuisine. It continues with a guided visit to San Pedro Market, where participants explore local ingredients such as corn, potatoes, chili peppers, and quinoa, along with tastings of traditional bread, fresh cheese, and natural juices. Next, visitors enjoy a tasting at La Chomba picantería, sampling dishes like adobo cusqueño, fried guinea pig, quinoa soup, and chicha de jora while learning about their origins. The tour then proceeds to Mamá Trini picantería for a traditional lunch featuring dishes such as chiri uchu and Andean pachamanca cooked over a wood fire. Finally, the experience concludes with a cultural talk about the importance of picanterías in Cusco and includes a traditional recipe as a souvenir.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
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Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Chullos Tours Peru
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Cusco
- Its from-price is 11% below the median of the 18 food tours we list in Cusco.
- It is longer than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 12 of 18.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Cusco
Cusco, the old Inca capital high in the Peruvian Andes, blends massive stone walls with colonial churches and is the gateway to Machu Picchu.
The Plaza de Armas is the heart of the city, framed by the cathedral and the Jesuit church of La Compañía. Inca stonework survives throughout the centre, most famously at the Qorikancha, the sun temple on which the Spanish built a monastery, and in the twelve-angled stone on Hatun Rumiyoc street. San Blas, the artisans' quarter, climbs steeply with workshops and cafés.
Top-ranked sights in Cusco: Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu, Ollantaytambo Ruins.
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