Maras and Moray salt mines
1/2 Día
Cusco
Every day
Moderate
3,240 m.s.n.m
General Description
The Maras and Moray Half-Day Tour lets you discover two of the Sacred Valley’s most amazing sites in a short amount of time. You’ll begin by visiting Moray, a unique set of circular terraces that the Incas used as an agricultural laboratory. Then you’ll explore the famous Maras Salt Mines, a breathtaking landscape of over 3,000 salt ponds that are still in operation today. This tour combines history, nature, and spectacular views, making it ideal for those seeking a short but enchanting Andean experience.
Itinerary
MIDDAY: Maras – Moray – Salt Mines
📍 Departure from Cusco towards the Sacred Valley
Pick-up from your hotel and scenic journey to the upper part of the valley, with views of the snow-capped mountains and agricultural fields
📍Visit to the Moray Archaeological Center
Tour of the circular terraces considered an ancient Inca agricultural laboratory where microclimates were experimented with.
📍 Exploration of the picturesque village of Maras
A brief visit to discover its traditional streets and its historical importance within the Sacred Valley.
📍 Tour of the Maras Salt Mines
Walk through the more than 4,000 salt ponds, active from Inca times to the present day, where you can observe the artisanal extraction process.
📍 Return to Cusco
Return by tourist transport, ending the tour around midday/afternoon depending on the departure time.
Includes
✅ Bilingual professional guide (Spanish – English).
✅ Tourist transport to and from the hotel in Cusco.
✅ Emergency equipment: oxygen and first aid kit.
Does Not Include
❌ Cusco Tourist Ticket (required to enter Moray, cost approx. PEN 70–130).
❌ Entrance to the Maras Salt Mines (approx. PEN 10).
❌ Tips and personal expenses.
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Recommendations
🪪 Bring your passport or identity document.
👟 Wear comfortable clothing, a light jacket, and appropriate footwear for walking.
🧴 Bring sunscreen and a sun hat.
📸 Have a camera or cell phone to capture the panoramic views.
💵 Bring cash for entrance fees, tips, or local purchases.
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