Peru · Archaeology

6-Hour Moray and Maras Tour from Cusco through the Sacred Valley

6 Hours Round trip from Cusco Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit the beautiful salt mines of Maras and the archaeological center of Moray
02 Discover the versatile uses of Maras salt
03 Explore the circular terraces of Moray in the Sacred Valley
04 Admire the picturesque landscapes around Maras

Embark on a captivating journey from Cusco's historic center to the ancient wonders of Moray and Maras. Enter the Sacred Valley to visit two curious places of the Inca civilization: the circular terraces of Moray and the salt mines of Maras. Explore the enigmatic Moray archaeological site on a guided tour, then admire the picturesque landscapes of Maras and its renowned salt mines.

At the archaeological site of Moray, you will have a guided tour.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 6 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Cusco, Chinchero, Moray, Maras

Languages English, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Cusco to Moray and Maras Excursion

Pick-up from your accommodation in the historic center of Cusco is between 8:00 a.m. and 8:30 a.m., approximately.
Then, travel for 1 hour and 30 minutes along the Chinchero route to your first destination, Moray, while appreciating the beautiful landscape along the way.
At the archaeological site of Moray, you will have a guided tour.
After this experience, continue to the archaeological site of Maras, a picturesque town surrounded by beautiful landscapes and which gives its name to the salt mines around it.
At the end of the tour, return to Cusco.