About this experience
Enjoy a private day trip in the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Go off the beaten path and visit the authentic and picturesque villages of Chincheros and Maras, where time seems to stand still. See the people who are still wearing their traditional clothes and practice 'Quechua', the native language of the Andes. Enjoy a local lunch in a typical house in Maras before heading to the circular terraces of Moray, an astonishing example of the agricultural skills of the Incas. Then, see the salt terraces of Maras where you will learn about the pre-Incan methods of producing salt.
At a glance
- Duration: 7 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 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
- It is recommended that you wear comfortable walking shoes
- During the rainy season (November to April), it is recommended that you bring a raincoat
Local guides to help you plan
A Slow Sacred Valley Itinerary: Pisac, Ollantaytambo, Maras and Moray
Skip the rushed day tour. This three-day route gives the Sacred Valley the time it deserves, with honest notes on transport, food, and where to sleep.
Maras Salt Mines Day Trip From Cusco
Plan a practical day trip from Cusco to the Maras Salt Mines, with route estimates, entry guidance, walking considerations, and an optional Moray stop.
Moray Day Trip From Cusco
Plan a Moray day trip from Cusco with practical advice on road transport, Circuit III tickets, site hours, altitude, weather, and heritage-site rules.
What is included
- Professional English-speaking tour guide
- Lunch
- All excursions and tours in private Service
- Local taxes
- All transfers and transportation in a private van
- Professional driver
Not included
- Gratuities
- Entrance tickets
Itinerary and highlights
We will pick you up from your hotel to experience ancient Inca culture and a slice of daily life for residents of the Peru’s Sacred Valley during this flexible-length private tour. Get off the well-worn tourist trail as you explore the quaint Sacred Valley hamlets of Chincheros and Maras. Observe the traditional dress of the villagers in Chincheros and try practicing a few words of ‘Quechua,’ the local Andean dialect.
After visiting the beautiful village of Chinchero, we will go to Maras village. You’ll have lunch at a typical residence in Maras before visiting the Inca-era salt ponds
You will visit the circular Inca terraces of Moray. This is a private tour, easily customized based on your interests and schedule.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Cultural Immersion Travel Peru E.I.R.L.
Accessibility and practical details
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A minimum of 2 people per booking
- It is recommended that you wear comfortable walking shoes
- During the rainy season (November to April), it is recommended that you bring a raincoat
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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