Maras Salt Mines and Moray – Ancient Salt and Inca Science
About the tour
Maras and Moray reveal Inca wisdom amidst the Andean mountains and valleys.
In Moray, circular terraces created unique agricultural microclimates, while in the Maras Salt Mines, the ancient practice of salt extraction continues to this day.
DURATION: HALF DAY
BILINGUAL CERTIFICATE GUIDE
ADMISSION TICKETS / NOT INCLUDED
INCLUDES ALL TRANSPORTATION
Itinerary
- We’ll start at 8:30 a.m. with a pickup from your hotel in Cusco, heading to the Sacred Valley.
- Today's itinerary.
📍 Chinchero – Demonstration of traditional alpaca wool weaving (spinning, dyeing, and garment making).
📍 Maras – Colonial town with views of the Vilcanota Mountain Range.
📍 Moray – Inca agricultural laboratory with circular terraces.
📍 Maras Salt Mines – More than 3,000 salt pools in use since ancient times.
- Return to Cusco around 2:30 p.m., after an experience rich in culture, history, and Andean landscapes.
- Spend the night in Cusco.
INCLUDES
- Pickup from your hotel in Cusco
- Tourist transportation
- Professional Guided Tour
NOT INCLUDED
- Admission to the Maras salt flats (20 soles)
- Cusco Partial Tourist Ticket (70 soles) or Cusco General Tourist Ticket (130 soles)
- Children under 10 do not have to pay for a tourist ticket.
- Food.
- Layered clothing: thermal jacket or windbreaker (cold mornings, then warm)
- Comfortable footwear: sturdy hiking boots or sneakers
- Sun protection: sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat
- Hydration: water and light snacks
- Extras: camera or cell phone and cash
Key tip: At high altitudes, the weather changes quickly. Be prepared for intense cold at dawn and strong sunshine during the day.
The Maras and Moray Tour from Cusco
It is open every day of the year. Ideal for those who want to discover the engineering and agricultural ingenuity of the Incas, along with the natural beauty of the Sacred Valley.
- Price
Group rate: $19.00 per person
- Easy Booking:
Booking is quick and easy. We offer a variety of payment options for your convenience.
- Payment methods:
- Credit or debit card
- PayPal
- MoneyGram
- Western Union
- Cash (soles or dollars)
- Pix
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