Top Peru Classes & Workshops

Immerse yourself in Peruvian culinary culture--and sample the best of Peru’s cuisine--with this small-group, hands-on cooking class held in Cusco. Prepare Peruvian favorites such as ceviche with fresh fish, as well as "lomo saltado," and Pisco Chilcano, a cocktail made of pisco and passion fruit juice.

With the company of your tour guide, you will learn why Peruvian food is recognized as one of the best in the world; They will recognize the ideal products to prepare two typical dishes and an alcoholic beverage made from the Peruvian grape distillate called pisco, which are our flagship products and that will make this experience in front of the Pacific Ocean unique and unforgettable.

This hands-on culinary adventure is led by a professional chef. Learn to make beloved traditional dishes including lomo saltado (sauteed beef and vegetables on rice with French fries), causa Limeña (a terrine of seasoned mashed potato and other fillings), and chicha morada (a corn-based non-alcoholic beverage) in a relaxed atmosphere using traditional pots and techniques. Finally, enjoy the lunch or dinner that you helped create!

Sample the chocolate delights of Cusco by making them yourself with this interactive class at Chocomuseo. You’ll keep costs down and meet some new people in this small group class. You’ll learn all about the chocolate manufacturing process, and about its history in Peru. Then you can choose dark or milk chocolate, and make your own sweet creation.

Take your dancing skills to the next level during a private or small-group salsa or bachata class in Lima. Everyone, from absolute beginners to experienced professionals, is welcome at the dynamic workshop led by a trained professional dancer. Each lesson is tailored to the student's needs to ensure a personalized experience. You'll also learn about the instruments, culture, and history associated with each type of dance.

Prepare two classic Peruvian menu items—a Pisco sour and ceviche—at a Peruvian cooking class in the Miraflores neighborhood of Lima. You’ll learn the secrets behind balancing the simple ingredients of a Pisco sour and achieving ceviche’s super-fresh flavor; it’s a fun, hands-on activity that you can recreate in your home kitchen.

Begin your vacation in Peru the right way with a convenient airport arrival transfer. Enjoy a smooth and stress-free journey to your Lima hotel, skipping crowded taxi ranks and navigating the city's confusing public transport systems. Available seven days a week, 24 hours a day, the transfer will coincide exactly with your arrival flight.

Peru is known for its beautifully woven textiles, but it can be difficult to find authentic pieces on your own. With this private tour, venture to the Sacred Valley to a textile workshop to learn from expert weavers the proper techniques of weaving and dyeing textiles. Now you can see the behind-the-scenes of how they’re made and try it out yourself, great for travelers who want to learn something new and who appreciate arts and crafts.

Discover Peruvian culture and its culinary heritage in this small-group cooking class. Led by a local chef, enjoy an experience that starts with a market visit for fresh ingredients, then moves on to preparing four traditional dishes while savouring pisco sours. Well-suited for foodies and those looking to break up their sightseeing plans with a different type of activity.

Try your skills at surfing in Lima, an increasingly popular spot for water sports. Receive a lesson from expert instructors, divided into three parts: stretching; learning basics such as popping up, paddling and balance; and heading into the waves to practice what you've learned. This small-group excursion includes equipment like wetsuits, wax, and surfboards.

Lima is often hailed as the culinary capital of Latin America, so there’s no better place to feast on wine and cheese than here. This private sommelier-led experience is designed to deepen your knowledge of unique high-altitude Peruvian wines and promises undivided attention from your expert guide.

Discover the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu on this 2-day tour. Visit key sites such as Pisac, Urubamba, and Ollantaytambo and discover their individual archaeological sites with your guide. Spend the night at Aguas Calientes, the village at the base of Machu Picchu, and rest up before exploring the famous Inca citadel the next day.

Learn traditional and newly developed ceramic techniques in a small-group class in Lima. Set in a studio in the Barranco neighborhood, this short workshop is perfect for anyone spending a day in the artsy area. No previous ceramics experience is necessary, as your group will have the undivided attention of an experienced artist. At the end of the class, you can take home your ceramic creation.

Learn how to create delicious traditional Peruvian dishes in this private cooking class. Pick a lunchtime or dinnertime cooking session and get to work creating a variety of dishes intended to represent the best of Peruvian flavors. Learn the traditional cooking techniques from an expert chef and enjoy a taste of your hard work at the end of the class.

Learn to dance salsa and bachata in Peru with this private dance class in Lima. Total beginners can learn the basics while more advanced dancers can refine their skills with one hour of one-on-one instruction. The class can be tailored for groups of up to 10 people and can meet at a location convenient to the student.

Join cooking classes in Lima Peru with professional chefs and learn authentic Peruvian recipes through a hands-on experience with local ingredients and flavors.

Learn the basics of ancient pottery making traditions during a pottery class from a studio with a view of the Incan terraces of Pisac. During this private experience, you’ll enjoy the undivided attention of your guide as you learn more about the Cuyo Chico community and create souvenirs to take home.

Master the professional techniques for creating the perfect ceviche, pisco sour, and other Peruvian classics during a small-group cooking class led by a former star chef at a Michelin-starred restaurant. Under the careful guidance of your expert instructor, you’ll prepare a traditional 3-course meal. Possible dishes include lomo saltado, aji de gallina, and shrimp causa.

Immerse yourself in the culinary culture of Peru during a small-group BBQ class in Cusco. Learn about the local flavors, ingredients, and fire-cooking techniques that shape Peruvian cuisine from your instructor. Get hands-on as you prepare several authentic dishes over the grill while sipping on a Pisco Sour. Enjoy a true taste of Peru beyond the restaurant scene. - Learn more about Peruvian cuisine than you would by only eating out - Small-group format allows for a more personal experience - Ideal for food lovers and anyone who enjoys cooking over fire - Enjoy bottomless drinks while you cook

Enjoy a real immersion in the city. Learn from scratch the steps of salsa and bachata with local professionals in a group between foreigners and locals acquiring the technique of the dance. A night of learning and enjoying the salsa culture.

Learn about the history, mysteries and process of elaboration of our emblematic Peruvian drink: Pisco Sour. Join us on the Pisco Sour themed walking tour through the main streets of downtown Lima. In addition, you can learn to prepare a delicious classic Pisco Sour, Chirimoya and Tumbo in our theme bar. Access our interactive tasting and learn about the elaboration of Peruvian Pisco. Enter a cocktail atmosphere specially designed for you. AVAILABILITY: Every day

If you’re short on time but still want to deepen your understanding of Peruvian food, look no further than this express cooking class in Cusco—tailored for time-pressed travelers. You’ll enjoy personalized attention from your chef guide in a small group limited to only nine other foodies, as you master the techniques of classic Peruvian dishes and a famous pisco sour cocktail.

In this fun and interactive 1-hour Pisco cocktail class, you’ll discover the world of Peru’s iconic spirit by preparing over 7 different Pisco infusions and learning to make two of the most famous Pisco cocktails: Pisco Sour and Chilcano de Pisco. This 100% participatory experience is designed to be quick, engaging, and full of flavor. To cap off the class, we’ll finish with a few exciting Pisco shots. Whether you're new to cocktails or a seasoned enthusiast, you’ll enjoy personalized guidance and a hands-on approach that makes the experience both enjoyable and educational.

Lima has been dubbed one of the world’s best cities for food and this small-group cooking experience in Miraflores guides you through some of Peru’s best dishes. Follow along with your instructor and create a delicious meal with fresh, Peruvian dishes. Learn background information on your creations and then tuck into a 4-course meal with your group and instructor.