Tour to the Chocolate Making Workshop (Choco Museo) - Half Day

Starting point:

Cusco (Direct hotel pickup)

Duration:

Half Day (2-hour workshop)

Activities:

Hands-on workshop, artisanal gastronomy, cocoa tasting, history.

Altitude:

3399 m.

Difficulty:

Easy

Experience an Authentic Chocolate Making Workshop in Cusco

Discover with us the fascinating Chocolate Making Workshop at the renowned Choco Museo in Cusco. An interactive and delicious experience where you will learn step by step the process of artisanal chocolate making, from the careful selection of the cocoa bean to the final packaging.

You will immerse yourself in our facilities located in the central Plaza Regocijo, actively participate in the production process, taste the richness of cocoa from different regions of Peru, and learn in detail about its wonderful properties and culinary uses. This two-hour adventure is ideal to enjoy with family, partners, or friends in an interactive way.

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Itinerary

Experience Itinerary: Artisanal Chocolate Making Workshop

Hotel Pickup and Welcome: The tour begins with direct pickup from your hotel in Cusco to transfer to the Choco Museum, strategically located in front of the historic Regocijo Square. Here, your sweet journey of the day will begin.
Hygiene Protocols and Preparation: Upon entering the workshop, authorized staff will provide a brief explanation of the strict hygiene methods used in artisanal chocolate production. You will be given a special hairnet, apron, and the necessary equipment to keep the workstations clean.
Interactive Workshop and Production Process: We will embark on a fully guided and hands-on tour of the production process. You will learn traditional techniques of roasting, shelling, and grinding cocoa beans, giving you the unique opportunity to create your own personalized artisanal chocolate.
Cocoa Tasting from Regions of Peru: During the workshop, you will have the opportunity to taste and compare high-quality cocoa used in our production, sourced from the best agricultural regions of Peru. Our expert guide will explain the origin characteristics, fermentation processes, and applications of cocoa in fine chocolate making.
Packaging Phase and End of the Tour: Finally, we will head to the packaging area, where the classification and manual packaging of the chocolates you have prepared takes place, ready to be enjoyed or sold. After 2 hours of a memorable and sweet experience, transportation will take you back to the comfort of your hotel.

Inclusions

What's included?

Briefing: Informative session provided one day before the tour to reconfirm pick-up times.
Pick-up and Transfer: Round-trip transportation service included from your hotel located in Cusco’s historic center.
Full Entry: Admission ticket and reserved space in the interactive workshop at ChocoMuseo.
Professional Guide: Workshop led by an expert chocolatier and bilingual instructor (English, Spanish, and Portuguese).
Ingredients and Materials: All ingredients (cocoa beans, sweeteners, toppings) and manufacturing tools included.
Guided Tasting: Sampling of different varieties of fine aroma cocoa from various regions of Peru.

What's not included?

Additional purchases at the ChocoMuseo boutique shop (ready-made chocolates, liqueurs, cocoa butter, etc.).
Full meals (lunches or dinners) not specified in the workshop program.
Optional tips for instructors and transportation staff.

Packing list

Essentials

Extra cash (recommended in Peruvian soles)

Sunscreen

Travel insurance

Clothing

Hat or cap

Comfortable walking shoes or trekking shoes

Sunglasses

Equipment

Camera

Plug adapter

Small backpack

Water bottle

Portable charger

Recommendations

Please make sure you are ready at the meeting point or hotel reception at the agreed pick-up time.
Wear comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes suitable for standing during workshop activities.
Carefully follow all instructions from the master chocolatier when using mortars and heat equipment.
Stay attentive and actively participate to learn the secrets of Andean chocolate-making and replicate them at home.
Strict compliance with hygiene, handwashing, and food safety rules of the establishment is mandatory.

Faqs

Absolutely! The most exciting part of the workshop is the final packaging stage, where you will personally sort, mold, and beautifully package the chocolate bars or bonbons you have crafted with your own hands to take home as a delicious souvenir of your trip.

We limit group size to a maximum of 6 participants per instructor to ensure a highly personalized, interactive, and comfortable experience. This guarantees that each traveler has their own workspace, necessary tools, and receives direct assistance at every step of the chocolate-making process.

Yes, it is one of the most recommended family-friendly activities in Cusco. The difficulty level is very easy and safe. Children especially enjoy grinding cocoa beans and designing their own chocolate shapes, making it an educational and highly fun experience for all ages.

Yes. Since the chocolate is made artisanally from pure cocoa beans, you have full control over the ingredients you add. You can prepare high-percentage dark chocolate without dairy and include natural toppings, making it perfectly suitable for vegans and lactose-intolerant participants.

Pricing

Group Rate

Tour to the Chocolate Making Workshop (Choco Museo) - Half Day (Price per person - minimum 2 people)
Small Group Service (Maximum 6 people per station) – Includes round-trip hotel transportation, all ingredients and materials, a guided class led by a professional instructor, tasting of Peruvian-origin cocoa, and packaging of your own handmade artisanal chocolates.	USD 125.00

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