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Excursion to Maras Moray & visit to a textile center in Chinchero

About this experience

This private tour to Maras and Moray offers an exclusive experience that combines history, culture, and breathtaking landscapes. Enjoy the comfort of a personalized journey with a knowledgeable guide who will share fascinating insights about the ancient Incan agricultural systems and the famous Maras Salt Mines. Perfect for travelers seeking comfort, flexibility, and an authentic connection with the Sacred Valley’s heritage and nature.

At a glance

  • Duration: 6 hr
  • Private experience

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Excursion to Maras Moray & visit to a textile center in Chinchero

Plan your experience

Time on the tour6 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide), Spanish (live guide)
Tour arrangementPrivate experience

Set aside 6 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Local guides to help you plan

What is included

  • Includes private transportation and the guidance of a professional tour guide throughout the entire tour.

Not included

  • The tourist ticket for the attractions and the entrance fee to the salt mines are not included.

Itinerary and highlights

Your professional guide will accompany you during your visit to Moray, where you’ll admire the impressive circular terraces used by the Incas as an agricultural laboratory. Learn about ancient farming techniques and the significance of this archaeological site. Then, you’ll visit the Maras salt mines, a stunning complex of over 3,000 salt ponds fed by natural spring water. Enjoy time to explore, take photos, and soak in the breathtaking Andean scenery.

Meeting and pickup information

  • Your guide will contact you at the number you provided on the platform. The meeting point will be in front of the fountain in the square, right in front of the cathedral. We will meet there to start your tour.
  • Pick-up will be made directly from your hotel reception, as long as it is located within Cusco’s historic center. Please be ready 10 minutes before the scheduled time. If your accommodation is outside the central area, we will provide a nearby and easy-to-find meeting point. You will easily recognize your driver or guide: they will be wearing a company-branded vest or uniform and holding a sign with the tour name. Additionally, you can contact them directly using the phone number provided in your booking confirmation in case of any questions or delays.

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Spanish — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Machupicchu Adventure

Meeting points and locations

Accessibility and practical details

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 6 hr.
What are the pickup arrangements?
Pick-up will be made directly from your hotel reception, as long as it is located within Cusco’s historic center. Please be ready 10 minutes before the scheduled time. If your accommodation is outside the central area, we will provide a nearby and easy-to-find meeting point.

You will easily recognize your driver or guide: they will be wearing a company-branded vest or uniform and holding a sign with the tour name. Additionally, you can contact them directly using the phone number provided in your booking confirmation in case of any questions or delays.
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide), Spanish (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Adult tickets: age 4+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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