Salt mines of Maras and Moray Tour Half Day

Trip Details

Duration: half day
Activities: excursion with guided activities.
Average Group Size: from 12 to 16 people.
Difficulty: Easy.
Tour service: group tour (ask for our private confort options)
Departures: daily in the mornings
Languages: English and Spanish
Starting and ending points: Cusco/Cusco (Hotel to Plaza de Armas)
Entrance permits: to the Salt Mines of Maras and the Andean Terraces of Moray.

OVERVIEW

Live an unforgettable experience with our excursion to the Maras and Moray salt mines, two of the most fascinating destinations in the Sacred Valley.
We will begin by exploring Maras, an impressive complex of more than 3,000 salt pans used since Inca times, where local families still continue this ancestral method of artisanal extraction.
Then we will visit Moray, a unique archaeological site formed by circular terraces that the Incas used as an agricultural laboratory, demonstrating their advanced knowledge of agriculture and the weather.

This half-day excursion is perfect for those who want to discover the history, engineering, and most amazing landscapes of the Sacred Valley in a short amount of time.

TRIP ITINERARY

Our tour of the Maras and Moray Salt Mines begins with a pickup from your hotel at 8:30 a.m. From Cusco, we will travel to Maras, a picturesque colonial town surrounded by stunning Andean landscapes. There we will visit the famous Maras salt mines, used since pre-Incan times and still active today, where the locals continue the traditional artisanal extraction.

Then we will continue to Moray, a set of circular terraces that served as an Incan agricultural laboratory, where they experimented with different microclimates to improve crops. You will be able to explore its trails, admire the Inca engineering, and observe how the temperature varies between the highest and lowest terraces.

During the return to Cusco, we will enjoy beautiful landscapes with snow-capped mountains and agricultural fields that complete this unforgettable experience. Estimated arrival time in Cusco: 2:30 p.m.

INCLUSIONS

What is included?

Permits and Entrance Tickets: include entrance to the Maras Salt Mines and the Andean Terraces of Moray.
The tour guide is bilingual (English and Spanish): All our guides have completed a professional tourism program. They are chosen for their knowledge, experience, responsibility, seriousness, unlimited enthusiasm for
research and real desire to proudly share our culture and history.
He or she will keep you safe, healthy and comfortable throughout your trip, allowing you to enjoy yourself without worry!
Transportation is included in the tour: We will pick you up from your accommodation and generally finish near the main center of Cusco.
24/7 customer service.

What is not included?

Tips for our staff:
Tips are customary on any trip. Although we pay all our staff well, any additional compensation is always welcome, especially considering how hard they work.
External factors
Landslides, bad weather, itinerary changes for safety reasons, illness, pandemics, changes in government policy, political instability, strikes, and force majeure may result in additional costs or delays.

What to Pack?

If you plan to tackle the Salt Mines of Maras and Moray, you will need to pack appropriately. Here are some important items to consider bringing.

CLOTHING:

Comfortable shoes/boots
Quick-drying pants
Long-sleeved shirt
Fleece jacket or sweater
Hat or cap

GEAR:

Sunscreen or sunblock (factor 50 or more)
Water
Snacks (energy bars, trail mix, etc.)

MISCELLANEOUS:

Passport and necessary documents
Camera or phone with a good camera for capturing memories
Portable charger for electronic devices

Small Groups