What is the group size?

The group will be composed of a maximum of 15 people.

Does the tour depart all year round?

Yes, the Sacred Valley Day Tour is available all year round.

Is the tour suspended due to rain?

No. Due to the climate of the area, it is likely to rain on the day of the tour, especially if you travel during the rainy season (November-April). Also, in case of heavy rains or any weather alert that does not allow the activity to be carried out under the necessary safety measures, the session will be suspended and a change of date or a refund will be offered.

Where will I be picked up?

The tour includes pick up from your accommodation located in the metropolitan area of Cuzco. If your accommodation is not within the pick-up perimeter, we will indicate a nearby meeting point to pick you up. Remember to indicate the name and address of your accommodation in the booking form so that we can coordinate the pick-up.

Online bookings available up to 48 hours before the tour starts

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Maras y Moray Tour

Enjoy a morning in the archaeological site of Maras and Moray

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Cusco

1 day

Spanish and English

Starts: 08:30 A.M. at your accommodation in Cusco

Ends: At 03:00 P.M. in the center of Cusco

Free cancellation!

Briefing

In the half-day Maras y Moray Tour, you will have the opportunity to explore with your guide the spectacular scenery of the archaeological site of Moray. In addition, you can also visit the salt mines and learn about the salt extraction process. We will also visit the village of Chinchero and its artisan market with handmade products.

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Tour details

Included

Hotel pick-up
Transportation
Professional guide

Not included

Entrance to the salt mines (10 soles)
Tourist ticket (70 soles)
Food

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation! You can cancel this tour and you'll receive 100% refund of the amount paid if you cancel more than 48 hours in advance. After this time, or in case you do not show up, no refunds will be given.

Tour itinerary

Maras y Moray Tour

Duration: 6 hours
Group size: maximum 15 people
Altitude: 3,500 meters

08:30 A.M.

Pick-up at your accommodation

At 8:30 in the morning we will be picked up at our lodging. Once we are all together, we will head to the first stop of the Maras and Moray Tour: Chinchero.

Chinchero

We will arrive in Chinchero, where we will explore the ruins of the Royal Hacienda of Tupac Inca Yupanqui and the colonial-era temple. The town of Chinchero is declared a Peruvian Historical Heritage Site and is home to an artisan market where we can see how llama wool is processed.

11:30 A.M.

Salt mines

Our next stop will be the salt mines, located 52 km from the city of Cuzco. The entrance fee is not included in the price, but we can buy it for 10 soles. The guide will explain the whole process of salt extraction and we will have time to take pictures of this marvelous place.

01:00 P.M.

Maras and Moray

Finally, we will arrive at the archaeological site of Maras and Moray. This place was used by the Quechuas as a laboratory to explore the agricultural crops of the different regions. Here we will have time to walk along the trails and feel the variation of climate depending on the depth of the terraces.

Then we will take the bus to return to the center of Cuzco at 03:00 P.M. and finish this incredible morning in the Maras y Moray Tour.