Full-Day Tour to Maras, Moray and the Ancient Salt Mines from Cusco
Highlights
Maras, Moray
nature, archaeological, photography
Private Tour
1 Day
Easy
English
Description
Embark on a full-day journey from Cusco to explore some of the region’s most fascinating Inca sites and natural wonders. Begin your tour in the charming colonial town of Maras, where you can admire impressive views of the Andes Mountains and their snow-capped peaks. Visit the Moray Archaeological Complex, featuring remarkable circular terraces that were once used by the Incas for agricultural experimentation. Conclude your adventure at the ancient salt mines, where thousands of white salt pools stretch down the valley, and local communities continue to harvest salt using age-old methods.
Itinerary
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Full-Day Tour: Maras, Moray, and Salt Mines
- Meet your private guide and driver in the lobby of your hotel in Cusco.
Depart for the town of Maras, enjoying a scenic journey through small towns and beautiful Andean landscapes.
Arrive in Maras and explore the colonial town, including its church.
Admire views of the nearby Andes Mountains and prominent snowy peaks such as El Chicon and Veronica.
Continue to the Moray Archaeological Complex, located approximately 7 kilometers southwest of Maras.
Explore the impressive circular terraces rising around a large pit, which served as an agricultural experimental site for the Incas.
Proceed to the salt pans northwest of Maras, where about 2,000 small wells are still used by local people to harvest salt.
Enjoy the stunning landscape of thousands of white salt pools stretching down the valley.
After completing the visits, return by private transport to your hotel in Cusco.
End of tour.
What's Included
What To Bring
Meeting Point
Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations within 24 hours before the tour -
Refund of 50% of the tour price.
Price
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