Moray and Salar de Maras Tour in Small Groups

1. Cusco
   Pass by
   07:45 AM: After breakfast at your hotel in Cusco, we will pick you up to explore the stunning Sacred Valley of the Incas. You will enjoy its landscapes, meet its people and visit the artisan markets and the outstanding archaeological centers that make this tour a unique experience.
2. Chinchero
   45m
   09:10 AM: After an hour of travel from Cusco, we arrive in Chinchero, where the guide will accompany the passenger to visit a local family. There, they will be able to know the traditional production process of Andean textiles. Weavers will demonstrate how they spin and weave alpaca and sheep wool using ancient techniques, as well as explaining the use of natural colors from plants and minerals. The passenger will also have the opportunity to learn about the symbology of woven patterns. To complete the experience, you can interact with llamas and alpacas, feed them and take photos, immersing yourself in the textile culture and rural life of the region.
3. Maras Moray Tours
   50m · Admission ticket not included
   10:00 AM: Approximate arrival at Moray, a fascinating archaeological site in the Sacred Valley of the Incas. The guide will accompany the passenger in a unique experience, starting with a historical introduction on the circular terraces, which the Incas used to experiment with various microclimates. Throughout the tour, the guide explains how these terraces were fundamental for agriculture, allowing research and experiments with crops. Also detailed are the advanced Inca engineering techniques, materials and construction methods used in this complex. As you walk through the terraces, the guide offers information about the Inca culture, answers questions and ensures a thorough understanding of the site. In addition, the stunning views of the surrounding landscape make this tour both an educational and a visually spectacular experience.
4. Salinas de Maras
   45m · Admission ticket not included
   12:00 PM: Arrival at the salt mines of Maras, where the guide will accompany the passenger on a fascinating journey. During the tour, the guide will explain the ancient salt extraction process that locals have used for centuries. It will detail how salt is collected from salt pools through the traditional evaporation method and its vital importance for nearby communities. In addition, the guide will provide information on the history of salt in the region, while the passenger enjoys the breathtaking views of the mines and the beautiful surrounding landscapes
   .2:00 PM: We finish the tour with the return to Cusco, passing through the beautiful lagoon of Huaypo. Upon arrival, you can choose between staying at a local restaurant or returning to your hotel to rest.

Pickup details

We will pick up from hotels, hostels, apartments near the city center of Cusco, the tour operator will wait for you in the hotel lobby and in case of apartments the tour operator will wait at the door of the apartment.

• Service animals allowed
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Confirmation will be received upon booking.
• Minimum of 02 people required per booking
• The tour will have a maximum of 08 travelers.
• operated by: TREK & ADVENTURE MACHUPICCHU EIRL
• PRICE VARIES DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF PEOPLE PER GROUP