Maras & Moray Tour from Cusco, Peru | Salt Mines & Inca Terraces
- 4–5 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 2 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
This half day Maras & Moray tour from Cusco offers a perfect combination of stunning landscapes, Inca history, and living local traditions, all in a well organized, stress free experience. Unlike other tours, we provide guided visits with enough time to explore the circular terraces of Moray and the Maras Salt Mines, understanding their agricultural and cultural significance while capturing incredible photos. The route passes through the Sacred Valley, showcasing panoramic views of Andean mountains, traditional villages, and farmland. A visit to Maras town adds an authentic glimpse into everyday Andean life, something many tours skip. With a duration of 4.5–5 hours, this tour is perfect for travelers with limited time who want to experience two of Cusco’s most iconic sites without rushing, combining comfort, culture, and breathtaking scenery.
Inclusions
What's included
- Pick up from your hotel
- First aid kit
- Professional bi-lingual guide
- Private transportation for the group
- Entrance Maras
What's not
- Food except as mentioned
- BTG (Tourist Ticket - Sacred Valley - 130 Soles)
- Personal expenses
Itinerary
Departure from Cusco & Scenic Sacred Valley Drive: Our Maras & Moray half day tour from Cusco begins at 8:30 AM with hotel pickup. We travel through the Sacred Valley of the Incas, enjoying panoramic views of the Urubamba Valley, traditional Andean villages, cultivated fields, and snow capped mountains. This scenic journey sets the stage for discovering the highlights of Maras Moray, Peru.
Moray Archaeological Site – Inca Agricultural Terraces: Our first stop is the impressive Moray archaeological site in Cusco. Here, we explore the famous circular Inca terraces, descending nearly 150 meters. These unique formations created different microclimates, used by the Incas for advanced agricultural experimentation with crops such as potatoes, corn, and quinoa. We will have time for photos, guided explanations, and quiet moments to appreciate this remarkable Inca engineering achievement.
Maras Salt Mines – Ancient Salt Ponds: Next, we head to the iconic Maras Salt Mines (Salineras de Maras), one of the most photographed landscapes in Peru’s Sacred Valley. More than 3,000 salt ponds, each approximately 4 m², are still managed by local families using traditional ancestral techniques. The bright white salt terraces contrast beautifully with the surrounding mountains, offering excellent photo opportunities and insight into this living cultural tradition.
Maras Village & Return to Cusco: We then visit the charming town of Maras, where we stroll through narrow streets and admire colonial era houses. This short walk provides an authentic glimpse into Andean daily life and local culture. After the visit, we return to Cusco, arriving at approximately 2:30 PM, concluding this enriching Maras and Moray tour from Cusco, Peru.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 12 travellers
- Operated by
- Machu Picchu Peru Tours
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Service is provided in Shared Mode (with more passengers in the group).
- Service is subject to variation without prior notice, due to weather issues (rain, mudslides, overflows, etc), strikes and / or any other event that does not allow the normal development of the itinerary.
- It is recommended to bring with you: Sun hat, Sunscreen, Waterproof jacket
How it compares in Cusco
- Its from-price is 58% below the median of the 1358 day trips we list in Cusco.
- It is shorter than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 403 of 1358.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Cusco
Cusco, the old Inca capital high in the Peruvian Andes, blends massive stone walls with colonial churches and is the gateway to Machu Picchu.
The Plaza de Armas is the heart of the city, framed by the cathedral and the Jesuit church of La Compañía. Inca stonework survives throughout the centre, most famously at the Qorikancha, the sun temple on which the Spanish built a monastery, and in the twelve-angled stone on Hatun Rumiyoc street. San Blas, the artisans' quarter, climbs steeply with workshops and cafés.
Top-ranked sights in Cusco: Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu, Ollantaytambo Ruins.
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