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Sacred Valley of the Incas with Moray and Salt Mines, from Cusco
(7) Reviews
Centro Histórico
Important Information
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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The Sacred Valley of the Incas + Maras Salt Mines tour is one of the best-rated experiences in Peru, which takes you to discover the architectural beauty of the Inca Empire, immersed in beautiful Andean landscapes, glaciers and archaeological parks.
Highlights
12 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
12 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
First Aid Kit
BUFFET
Air-conditioned vehicle
Professional bilingual guide
Bottled water
Tourist Ticket
Access to Salineras
Meeting Points
Departure
Cuzco Main Square
The pick up will be in the center of the main square, where the water fountain and the Inca monument are located. Please send the exact address, name of the accommodation and contact number.
Return
Sacred Valley of the Incas with Moray and Salt Mines, from Cusco
(7) Reviews
Centro Histórico
About
The Sacred Valley of the Incas + Maras Salt Mines tour is one of the best-rated experiences in Peru, which takes you to discover the architectural beauty of the Inca Empire, immersed in beautiful Andean landscapes, glaciers and archaeological parks.
Highlights
12 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
12 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
First Aid Kit
BUFFET
Air-conditioned vehicle
Professional bilingual guide
Bottled water
Tourist Ticket
Access to Salineras
Meeting Points
Departure
Cuzco Main Square
The pick up will be in the center of the main square, where the water fountain and the Inca monument are located. Please send the exact address, name of the accommodation and contact number.
Return
Itinerary
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Plaza de Armas Cuzco
06:30 am – Pick up at the hotel
Our transfer team or guide will pick you up at your hotel at 6:30 a.m. to start this exciting day. The first stop will be the archaeological center of Chinchero.
1 hour
2
Chinchero
07:30 am – Chinchero: Encounter with Living Culture
We will head north and, in approximately 40 minutes, we will arrive at the archaeological center of Chinchero, a living city that preserves the original Inca design and is located in a significant agricultural area. Here, the church and the colonial tower originate from ancient Inca temples. You will have the opportunity to appreciate local artisanal work, including weaving with ancestral techniques.
2 hours
3
Moray
09:00 am – Moray: Inca Agricultural Experimentation
Our next stop will be in the Moray area, where we will discover a system of circular terraces built to take advantage of the differences in microclimates. These terraces were used for Inca agricultural experiments, such as domestication, acclimatization and hybridization of plants.
2 hours
4
Salinas de Maras
10:30 am – Salineras de Maras: Treasure of Salt
We will continue to the Salineras de Maras, a complex of more than 3,000 shallow pools owned by almost 380 local families. These pools are filled with salt water that flows from natural springs on the hill called Qoripukiu (Golden Fountain). You will witness the tradition of salt extraction that dates back to pre-Incan times.
1 hour
5
Urubamba
12:00 pm – Lunch in Urubamba
After the morning exploration, we will enjoy a delicious lunch in Urubamba to recharge our batteries.
1 hour
6
Ollantaytambo
02:00 pm – Ollantaytambo: Multifunctional Center
We will continue the trip by bus for 30 minutes to reach the archaeological center of Ollantaytambo. This place had various uses in the Inca era, being an administrative, military, social and economic center. It also served as a control point in the interaction of different ecological levels.
2 hours
7
Pisac
04:00 pm – Pisaq: Smart Farming and Handicraft Market
Our last stop will be the archaeological center of Pisaq, famous for its system of smart platforms and irrigation canals that allowed the cultivation of high-quality corn. In addition, you will have the opportunity to purchase handicrafts and pottery at the Pisaq model market.
2 hours
8
Plaza Regocijo (Kusipata)
07:00 pm – Return to Cusco: We will return to Cusco around 7:00 p.m., where we conclude this unforgettable tour, with many memories and enriching experiences.
