The Maras, Moray and Salt Mines Tour in Cusco is a half-day excursion that will take you to a very important part of the Sacred Valley of the Incas. This tour is the perfect combination of scenic beauty and history. Come and enjoy Moray with its gradually rising circular terraces, considered a great Inca Laboratory, that make their way through the sumptuous landscape.
We will pick you up from your hotel at 08:00 am in our tourist transportation to begin our tour and visit the following places:
– Moray: Considered an Inca Agricultural Laboratory, this center was where they experimented with different products, temperatures, and altitudes. The Moray archaeological site is located 7 kilometers from Maras, in the upper part of the Sacred Valley of the Incas, 38 km northwest of Cusco. The concentric circular terraces simulate up to 20 different microclimates.
– Salineras – Salt Mines: The famous Maras salt mines, also known as “salt pans,” consist of over 3,700 small pools constructed next to the mountain of “Qaqawiñay.” During the dry season, these pools are filled every 3 days with saltwater from natural springs, which gradually solidifies. Chinchero: Land of rainbows and unique cultural expressions, such as textile art, for which it is famous.
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Price Includes
Hotel pick-up to start the tour.
Tourist transportation.
Professional tour guide.
Price Excludes
Entrance tickets.
Meals & beverages.
What you need to take
Original Passport
ISIC card (if you are a student and want to qualify for the discount)
Waterproof jacket / rain poncho
Warm jacket
T-shirts
Comfortable Trousers
Sun hat
Sun cream (factor 35 or higher)
Personal medication
Camera and film
Original passport and ISIC student card if applicable
