Lovely Maras, Moray and Salt Mines Half Day Tour

Overview of the tour in Cusco

In this lovely one-day tour we visit Moray, perhaps the most unusual of the Inca ruins, and then descend to the Sacred Valley of the Incas, via the salt mines at Salineras. Departure time from Cusco is at 9 am.

We will pass along Chinchero & continue on to the village of Maras and then to Moray. A pre-Inca site, though used by the Incas, Moray is a series of agricultural terraces which were believed to be an experimental agricultural station for different crop strains.

We spend about one hour exploring these huge amphitheaters before heading back cross country through traditional farmland to the charming village of Maras. Walking along the cusp of the Sacred Valley we are rewarded with views of the opposite snow-capped mountains. Enjoy a lovely picnic en route.

Visit sleepy, charming Maras before heading downhill to Salineras, sometimes meeting large numbers of donkey trains carrying the salt uphill. Salineras are a collection of watered terraces that take salt from an underground salty stream, which is collected by locals through a fascinating process of evaporation. The pools and salt embankments are an incredible sight against the stunning mountain backdrop.

On arrival

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Things to note

*Bring passport
*Please let us know if you have food allergies or if there are any vegetarians in the group.

Free Cancellation

Free Cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts. Late cancellation or your non-arrival is not refundable.