
Private Sacred Valley Market Tour and Cooking Class with Anilu
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 6 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Private Sacred Valley Market Tour and Cooking Class with Anilu worth booking?
Private Sacred Valley Market Tour and Cooking Class with Anilu is a 4-hour experience in Cusco, Peru, from $169 per person. It scores 56 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 6 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 56 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (6)
- Duration
- 4 hours
- From
- $169 per person
Prepare classic Peruvian dishes in an open-air kitchen with a private Urubamba cooking class that goes beyond recipes to explore local ingredients and Peruvian cooking techniques. Choose the market tour option and visit the Urubamba market, then cook alongside a passionate chef, making dishes such as ceviche, 'papa a la huancaína', local potatoes smothered in spicy sauce, 'tacu tacu,' rice and beans, and 'lomo saltado,' marinated sirloin with onions and peppers. Private cooking class for one-on-one instruction Bring home Peruvian recipes with big flavor Prepare and enjoy a hearty lunch or dinner Vegetarian menu available upon request
What you get
About this experience
Prepare classic Peruvian dishes in an open-air kitchen with a private Urubamba cooking class that goes beyond recipes to explore local ingredients and Peruvian cooking techniques. Choose the market tour option and visit the Urubamba market, then cook alongside a passionate chef, making dishes such as ceviche, 'papa a la huancaína', local potatoes smothered in spicy sauce, 'tacu tacu,' rice and beans, and 'lomo saltado,' marinated sirloin with onions and peppers. Private cooking class for one-on-one instruction Bring home Peruvian recipes with big flavor Prepare and enjoy a hearty lunch or dinner Vegetarian menu available upon request
What's included
Included
- Guided Urubamba market tour with mototaxi transportation
- Private Peruvian cooking class with your local host Anilu
- Traditional Peruvian meal featuring the dishes prepared during your experience
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Cusco
This experience takes place at your host’s restaurant and B&B, Pakakuna, in Urubamba, approximately 1.5 hours from Cusco.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
This experience takes place at your host’s restaurant and B&B, Pakakuna, in Urubamba, approximately 1.5 hours from Cusco.
Options you can book
Market Tour, Cooking & Dinner
Market Tour, Cooking & Lunch
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Traveling Spoon
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Menu may vary depending on the season
- If any travelers in your party have any allergies, dietary restrictions or cooking preferences please advise at time of booking
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Private, personalized experience
- Please note, this is not a commercial cooking class, rather this experience is a visit into a Urubamba home to meet a local who is an expert cook, and share Peruvian culture and cuisine together!
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 6 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Food and drink
5 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
6 verified traveler reviews for Private Sacred Valley Market Tour and Cooking Class with Anilu. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Very fun and informative...
Very fun and informative experience! We got to try many delicious fresh fruits from the region and the market tour was interesting. We made a ceviche and beef stir fry type fish. The nikkei ceviche was especially amazing! Highly recommend this experience!
via Viator
10/10 recommend!
My fiancé and I had a lovely experience exploring the market with Anilu, trying all of the fresh fruits/veggies/herbs and cooking a traditional Peruvian meal with Anilu and Diego. Would definitely recommend this experience if you are staying in/near Urubamba.
via Tripadvisor
Lovely meal and fun experience
We had a great evening with Traveling Spoon. We enjoyed seeing all of the unusual foods in the markets, and then trying all of the fruits back at the restaurant. After the market, we went to the outdoor restaurant to cook and eat. Anilu and Diego were very friendly and interesting, and we enjoyed meeting their children too. Cooking was fun, (though I think we did the very easy bits,) and the food was lovely. We learned a lot about Peruvian food which made the rest of our trip more interesting too. I highly recommend this activity.
via Tripadvisor
I love the food
My goodness, we got treated to some amazing experience with Anilou and Diego. We signed up for a market tour and cooking class and we ended up treated to the Peruvian food and when became friends as well. The market walk with Anilou, who speaks beautiful English was very informative, we learned a lot about locate fruits and vegetables and we ended up tasting everything we purchased during our dinner time as appetizers. After shopping a cool tuk-tuk ride took us to Diego and Anilou’s home, where they operate the restaurant named Pakakuña. Here we learned how to make fish and vegetarian ceviche. And then Diego shared with us his own creation, and the best vegetarian couscous meal, that I have ever had. The instructions are very clear and very descriptive of the ingredients needed. We truly experience a wonderful meal and company. I highly recommend it to anybody who has interest in cooking and enjoying original Peruvian food.
via Tripadvisor
Wow!! I now know how to make authentic Peruvian food!
When you travel you get to experience new things, but often you cannot bring that experience back home. However learning how to cook a native dish from people who know how to cook and teach allows you the ability to experience your trip again and again. We had a wonderful evening with Anilu and Diego. We learned how to make ceviche and aji de gallina, both of which will become part of our cooking repertoire. Infact, we have already made ceviche since returning home. All of the food was prepared safely, they were mindful to wash all of the fresh ingredients with filtered water, which I greatly appreciated. We were on a tour and scheduled this evening independently. We made our entire group jealous because our food was so much better than what was offered at the hotel restaurant! Please do yourself and your tastebuds a favor and book this experience!!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Traveling Spoon, who run 283 experiences we rank across 116 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 57.3.
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Private Sacred Valley Market Tour and Cooking Class with Anilu: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Cusco.
How much does Private Sacred Valley Market Tour and Cooking Class with Anilu cost?
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Prices start at $169 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Cusco usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Private Sacred Valley Market Tour and Cooking Class with Anilu take?
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Plan for about 4 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Cusco is not rushed.
Is Private Sacred Valley Market Tour and Cooking Class with Anilu worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 56 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 6 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Cusco, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Private Sacred Valley Market Tour and Cooking Class with Anilu?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Private Sacred Valley Market Tour and Cooking Class with Anilu suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private Sacred Valley Market Tour and Cooking Class with Anilu?
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Around 2 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Cusco can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Cusco and add a light layer if any part of the 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private Sacred Valley Market Tour and Cooking Class with Anilu start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Cusco within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Cusco?
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On Outty we rank every Cusco experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Sacred Valley Full Day Tour, Full-Day Humantay Lake Trek (Meals Included), Cusco: Rainbow Mountain & Red Valley Premium Day Trip with Meals. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Cusco?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Cusco?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Private Sacred Valley Market Tour and Cooking Class with Anilu?
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Included: Guided Urubamba market tour with mototaxi transportation; Private Peruvian cooking class with your local host Anilu; and Traditional Peruvian meal featuring the dishes prepared during your experience. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Private Sacred Valley Market Tour and Cooking Class with Anilu?
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This experience takes place at your host’s restaurant and B&B, Pakakuna, in Urubamba, approximately 1.5 hours from Cusco. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Private Sacred Valley Market Tour and Cooking Class with Anilu offered in?
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It is offered in English and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Private Sacred Valley Market Tour and Cooking Class with Anilu?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Private Sacred Valley Market Tour and Cooking Class with Anilu wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Private Sacred Valley Market Tour and Cooking Class with Anilu if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Cusco. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Private Sacred Valley Market Tour and Cooking Class with Anilu?
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Across 6 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include food and drink, knowledge and storytelling. The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
What booking options are available for Private Sacred Valley Market Tour and Cooking Class with Anilu?
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There are 2 options to choose from, including Market Tour, Cooking & Dinner, Market Tour, Cooking & Lunch. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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