About this experience
Visit the Sacred Valley’s most interesting sites , Moray archaeological park and Maras salt mines surrounded by wonderful landscapesThis tour is ideal for those who like adventure, choose your tour in the morning or in the afternoon and enjoy your tour.
At a glance
- Duration: 6 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 6 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Compare the available options before choosing: their itinerary, inclusions and pickup arrangements can differ. Check the price for your date and whole group.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
Local guides to help you plan
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.
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.
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
- Pick up from your hotel in cusco (Only in morning 6:30am tour)
- Management classes if necessary
- ATV
- Adventure Guide
- Private transportation to Cruz pata
- Equipment (helmet and gloves)
Not included
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Hotel drop-off ( We end near to the main square of cusco)
- Gratuities
- Entrance fees must be purchased on site Only in cash
- Salt mines entrance
Itinerary and highlights
We will pick you up between 6:30 to 7:00amr hotel located in the historical center. If you are staying in an Airbnb, you must come to the designated meeting point Plaza regocijos or Kusipata
After pick up in our transportation, we will continue to our base camp Cruzpata area located in the western part of Cusco. The journey will take approximately 1 and 20 min where you'll receive safety instructions and all the equipment needed for the tour. Once everyone is geared up, we'll begin our adventure through the valley, surrounded by breathtaking landscapes and majestic snow-capped mountains.
Our first stop will be at the fascinating Moray archaeological site, where your guide will take you on a quick tour of the ruins. Moray is an archaeological site in Peru approximately 50 kilometres northwest of Cuzco on a high plateau at about 3,500 metres and just west of the village of Maras. The site contains unusual Inca ruins, mostly consisting of several terraced circular depressions, the largest of which is approximately 30 m deep
Once at the salt mines, you will have the opportunity to capture the best pictures from the viewpoint and witness the fascinating process of salt extraction. Don't forget to explore the various products made from the salt found there—purchasing these unique items is highly recommended.
Finally, we will arrive in Cusco around 1pm if you chose the morning tour or 7pm if you selected the 1pm option.
Meeting and pickup information
- The pick-up point to meet the travelers is Plaza Kusipata in case you don't have a hotel located in the city center.
- We pick up all the travelers from their hotels located in the historical center! if you are in a airbnb or out of the historical center please the meeting point is Plaza kusipata or regocijos.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Mapi Travel Agency
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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