About this experience
These OFF THE BEATEN PATH sites of Peru will be a rewarding experience that the average tourist will miss. Chinchero, one of the best textile markets in South America. Learn how the alpaca and vicuna yarn is dyed and turned into beautiful garments. The Salt mines of Maras provides the natural beauty of the crystal like salt, where you will learn how they harvest the salt and Moray is genius Inca architecture showing how far advanced they were with the terraced platforms in a circular form, perhaps for agricultural purposes. We will pick you up from your Cusco or Sacred Valley hotel and embark on a tour, that is little known to the average traveler, and practically enjoy these sites all to ourselves.
At a glance
- Duration: 8 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 8 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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.
Chinchero Day Trip From Cusco
Plan a rewarding Chinchero day trip from Cusco with practical advice on the road journey, archaeological park hours, Boleto Turístico entry, flexible transport, and respectful visiting.
What is included
- Private Professional Guide
- Hotel pick up and drop-off
- Private transportation
Not included
- Entrance fee to the Archeological Sites (Must be paid ON SITE, NOT BEFORE in Soles, not US$)
- Meals
- Gratuities
Itinerary and highlights
Learn how the salt is collected and harvested from this ancient salt mine. Moray, an ancient agricultural site, showing how advanced the Inca population was and their design to grow their crops
One of the few churches made of adobe. you will also visit a local farmers market where you can shop for souvenirs
Chinchero, home to the best textile market in South America and learn how they dye and weave these alpaca and vicuna yarn into beautiful garments
Meeting and pickup information
- We will pick you up from your Cusco hotel or location
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Amazing Andean Adventures
Accessibility and practical details
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Operated by a local guide with perfect English
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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