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Maras, Moray, and Salt Mines Tour with Snack Pack
(451) Reviews
Cusco
Important Information
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Children under 5 do not pay, as long as they do not occupy their own seat.
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We can include a child car seat upon request, subject to availability and the number of passengers in the vehicle, at an additional cost.
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People with heart conditions or other serious medical conditions should consult their doctor before doing this activity.
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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Discover two of the most impressive sites in the Sacred Valley of the Incas on a tour that combines striking scenery, history, and ancestral knowledge. Departing from Cusco, you'll visit the agricultural terraces of Moray and the traditional Maras Salt Pans, accompanied by a guide who will help you understand the significance of these places for Inca civilization and for the communities that still live in the region today.
The tour takes place in high-altitude areas: Moray sits at approximately 3,500 meters and Maras at around 3,300 meters above sea level. Since you'll be departing from Cusco, which is also at approximately 3,400 meters, the altitude change throughout the route is gradual.
Highlights
6 hours
Offered in Portuguese & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
6 hours
Offered in Portuguese & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
A bottle of water.
Satellite internet connection during transportation.
Certified professional tour guide.
Optional drop-off at Cusco's Plaza de Armas.
Air-conditioned vehicle
Pickup at Plaza Regocijo, in Cusco.
Snack kit included.
Comfortable transportation.
Gratuities and tips, at each traveler's discretion.
Meals and drinks not mentioned above.
Admission tickets to the archaeological sites (Moray) are not included in the tour.
Admission to the Maras Salt Pans (Salt Wells) are not included in the tour.
Meeting Points
Departure
Plaza Regocijo
Transfer pickup takes place at Plaza Regocijo, in Cusco, next to the central fountain of the square, between 07:45 h and 08:00 h. Please arrive at the meeting point within this window. If you arrive after the scheduled time, your absence will be treated as a NO SHOW, with no right to a refund.
Return
Centro Histórico
We will end the tour with drop-off at Cusco's Plaza de Armas.
Maras, Moray, and Salt Mines Tour with Snack Pack
(451) Reviews
Cusco
About
Discover two of the most impressive sites in the Sacred Valley of the Incas on a tour that combines striking scenery, history, and ancestral knowledge. Departing from Cusco, you'll visit the agricultural terraces of Moray and the traditional Maras Salt Pans, accompanied by a guide who will help you understand the significance of these places for Inca civilization and for the communities that still live in the region today.
The tour takes place in high-altitude areas: Moray sits at approximately 3,500 meters and Maras at around 3,300 meters above sea level. Since you'll be departing from Cusco, which is also at approximately 3,400 meters, the altitude change throughout the route is gradual.
Highlights
6 hours
Offered in Portuguese & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
6 hours
Offered in Portuguese & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
A bottle of water.
Satellite internet connection during transportation.
Certified professional tour guide.
Optional drop-off at Cusco's Plaza de Armas.
Air-conditioned vehicle
Pickup at Plaza Regocijo, in Cusco.
Snack kit included.
Comfortable transportation.
Gratuities and tips, at each traveler's discretion.
Meals and drinks not mentioned above.
Admission tickets to the archaeological sites (Moray) are not included in the tour.
Admission to the Maras Salt Pans (Salt Wells) are not included in the tour.
Meeting Points
Departure
Plaza Regocijo
Transfer pickup takes place at Plaza Regocijo, in Cusco, next to the central fountain of the square, between 07:45 h and 08:00 h. Please arrive at the meeting point within this window. If you arrive after the scheduled time, your absence will be treated as a NO SHOW, with no right to a refund.
Return
Centro Histórico
We will end the tour with drop-off at Cusco's Plaza de Armas.
Itinerary
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Moray
Our first stop will be at Moray, an impressive set of circular terraces built by the Incas and used for agricultural experiments. The site, located at approximately 3,500 meters in altitude, reveals the Incas' advanced knowledge of agriculture and different climate conditions. During the visit, your guide will explain how these terraces were used to grow and adapt different plant species.
45 minutes
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Maras
After visiting Moray, we will continue to Maras, a small town that preserves elements of its colonial past and Andean heritage. We will walk through its streets and learn more about the history and traditions of the local community.
15 minutes
3
Salinas de Maras
Next, we will visit the Maras Salt Pans, one of the most unique settings in the region. Thousands of small salt pools have been built into the mountainside, where salt water is channeled in and evaporates naturally to produce salt. This activity is maintained by local communities and dates back to techniques used since pre-Columbian times.
After finishing the visits, we will return to Cusco. Drop-off will take place at Cusco's Plaza de Armas, where you can freely choose a restaurant for lunch based on your preference. Lunch is not included in the tour and is at the traveler's own expense. This brings our experience to a close after a day of discoveries throughout the Sacred Valley.
