About this experience
Though they may not make the list of big-hitter Incan sites in Peru, the ruins at Moray and pre-Inca salt mines of Salineras are no less fascinating than their more famous counterparts. Discover these off-the-beaten-track ruins on this day tour from Cusco, which also includes a visit to the quiet colonial town of Maras. A guided tour makes it easy to explore less-frequented locales and includes informative commentary and round-trip transportation from Cusco.
At a glance
- Duration: 13 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 13 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What is included
- First aid kit
- 1 Breakfast 1 Lunch
- Walking sticks
- tourist transport
- Hotel pick up
Not included
- Bring 20 soles in cash to enter the 7 Lagoons
Itinerary and highlights
Pickup between 4 and 5 am, depending on your hotel location. The journey from Cusco to the community of Pacchanta is a 3-hour drive, where we will have breakfast to begin the tour.
After getting ready and receiving instructions from our guide, we will begin our hike toward the lagoons.
The first lagoon we will see will be Pukaqocha. Then we will reach Pataqocha, where we will then reach the Alqa Qocha lagoon.
The next lagoon we will visit is Q'ome Qocha. Afterwards, we will continue to the Orq'o Otorongo and China Otorongo lagoons. Finally, we will visit the Azul Qocha lagoon. After hiking amidst snow-capped mountains and lagoons for approximately 3 hours, we will return to Pacchanta, where lunch will be waiting for us. We will have free time to visit the hot springs.
At around 2:30 pm we will begin to return to the city of Cusco, arriving at approximately 5:30 pm in Cusco, ending one block from the Plaza de Armas
Meeting and pickup information
- We will be picking you up from our office next to the main square (Plaza De Armas )
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Machu Picchu
Accessibility and practical details
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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