Morning: Explore and photograph ritual preparations—decorating llamas, clothing, musical rehearsals Golden hour portrait session with locals in traditional Jaqaru attire Midday rest or editing time Afternoon documentary session: community gatherings, offerings, symbolic acts Focus on storytelling: hands, tools, textiles, animal symbolism Cultural talk with local elder or ritual specialist (with translator)
Overnight in Tupe
Early morning departure from Lima by private transportation Scenic drive through the highlands of Yauyos Province (approx. 7–8 hrs) Stops for landscape photography en route: rivers, valleys, and pre-Andean villages Arrival and warm welcome in Tupe, home of the Jaqaru people Light acclimatization walk and first portrait session in the late afternoon light
Evening briefing on Herranza traditions and cultural etiquette Overnight in a local family-run lodge or community accommodation.
Day 2: Herranza Festival – Ritual Preparations & Portraits
Day 4: Tupe – Lima (Farewell & Reflection)
Immerse yourself in the vibrant traditions of the Andes with the Photographing the Herranza Andean Rituals & Portraits Tupe 4d/3n , a 4-day Tupe Herranza cultural photography tour designed for photographers and cultural enthusiasts seeking to document one of Peru’s most authentic ancestral rituals. This Herranza festival Tupe photo expedition captures the rich symbolism, colorful ceremonies, and profound spirituality of the Andean cattle-marking ceremony Tupe, where Pachamama, the Apus, and livestock are honored in a centuries-old tradition.
Photographing Herranza in Tupe
Witness and photograph the Herranza festival Tupe, an annual livestock branding ceremony filled with vibrant colors, intricate costumes, and ritualized processions. As part of the highland Andean ritual portrait tour Peru, participants can capture intimate portraits of local communities, dancers, and ceremonial leaders performing ancestral rites.
Andean Spirituality & Ritual Photography
This tour emphasizes Andean spirituality and livestock marking photography, highlighting offerings to Pachamama and the Apus, ceremonial blessings, and the rhythmic Quechua chant ritual photography that guides each ritual action.Ancestral Livestock Branding Ceremony
Observe the ancestral Andean livestock branding ceremony, a ritual that combines agricultural practice with spiritual devotion. Photograph colorful ribbons and livestock marking ritual in Tupe, capturing the intersection of artistry, identity, and tradition in the highlands.Pago a la Tierra & Offerings
Participate visually in the “Pago a la tierra” Andean offering photography, an intimate ritual honoring the land and local spirits, providing rich compositional opportunities for ritual photography.Cultural Immersion & Storytelling
Beyond photography, the tour is a Tupe Andean tradition photography experience, offering insights into the social, spiritual, and agricultural life of the Quechua communities. The combination of ritual performance, ancestral knowledge, and ceremonial music creates a powerful narrative for visual storytelling.
Full-day photo documentation of the Herranza ceremony Morning: Processions, ancestral blessings, sacred music and dance Afternoon: Animal marking rituals, ceremonial drinks, and open community celebration Opportunity for dynamic portraiture, wide-angle ritual shots, and candid documentation End the day with golden hour photography of the mountain surroundings and village life Final evening gathering with hosts to celebrate the shared experience
Overnight in Tupe
Photographing the Herranza Andean Rituals & Portraits Tupe 4d/3n
Fiesta de la Herranza in Tupe – A Living Tradition 1,2,3,4 August
Day 3: Main Day of the Fiesta de la Herranza
Sunrise portrait session (optional) or final moments of quiet life in Tupe Farewell to the community and return to Lima
Scenic photo stops on the drive back Late afternoon arrival in Lima – drop-off at hotel or airport
What’s Included:
Not Included
Day 1: Lima – Tupe (Journey into the Hidden Andes)
Tips for local guides, drivers, or hosts (optional but appreciated)
Voluntary contributions or donations to the local community or individuals photographed
Personal expenses (snacks, souvenirs, etc.)
Travel insurance
Alcoholic beverage
Private round-trip transportation Lima–Tupe–Lima
All meals during the tour (except dinner on return day)
Local guide and cultural liaison
Photography guide/leader from Photo Tours Peru
Community contributions and festival access
3 nights accommodation in Tupe (community-based or rustic local lodge)
Price per person:2026
1 Person . U$$1850.00 Per person
2 people : US$1250.00 per person
3 people: US$1150.00 per person
4 people : US$1050.00 per person
5 people : US$950.00 per person
6 people : US$850.00 per person
7+ people : US$750.00 per person.
