About this experience
This tour combines the history of the Inca era with the colonial era, we will see impressive archaeological sites, the mountain range of the Andes, as well as we will also see the traditional textile centers that continue to this day in the district of Chinchero.
At a glance
- Duration: 6 hr–7 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 6 hr–7 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What is included
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- WiFi on board
- Air-conditioned vehicle
Not included
- Lunch
- Breakfast
- Alcoholic Beverages
Itinerary and highlights
We start by picking you up at your hotel with our private mobility and the official trained guide
From the city of Cusco we will go to the first tourist attraction, which is the archaeological center of Chinchero and the colonial church that is in the same archaeological site.
After visiting the archaeological complex of Chinchero we will go to a textile center where they will demonstrate the process of handmade alpaca wool weaving, which still continues to maintain this tradition in our times.
We say goodbye to the district of Chinchero to go to the salt mines, located in the town center of Maras, where we will appreciate the salt process in thousands of wells, the salt is formed with the evaporation process.
We will also pass through the center of Maras, a place that was created in colonial times.
We will arrive at the archaeological site of Moray, to appreciate the agricultural experimental center where they explain the different micro climates and how in the time of the Incas they adapted their products to the different types of micro climates.
Depending on your choice, you can have lunch in the district of Maras or return to the city of Cusco and we will leave you in the main square of Cusco or in the place you want within the historic center.
Meeting and pickup information
- In the main square of Cusco
- We will pick you up at your hotel if you are in the historic center if you are outside the center we will arrange a meeting point which is in the main square in front of the cathedral
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Waka´s Adventure
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A minimum of 2 people is required per reservation
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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