About this experience
The best way to explore the sacred valley is going by bike enjoying the sceneries around Maras town visiting Moray and Salt Mines riding in a nice Trail. We start our tours In Ollantaytambo or we can go to pick you up from your hotel around de Sacred Valley previous request with no cost, (Except from Pisaq Valley Or Cusco). The guide will be waiting for you with the driver who will join you for the whole tour. All of the necessary equipment and the bikes loaded up in the car we will head the adventure towards Moray where we will visit the archaeological site before we start biking. This route has beautiful views of mountains and glaciers that surround it. The guide will stop at certain points so that you can rest and take awesome pictures. We will reach the pre-colonial village of Maras continuing biking to the salt mines, a beautiful pre-inca architecture wonder, here you will see local people producing salt for local and international consumption.
At a glance
- Duration: 4 hr–6 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 4 hr–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
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What is included
- Use of Gloves
- Bottled water
- Use of bicycle
- Driver/guide
- Snacks
- Use of helmet
Not included
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Entrance to Moray (70 Soles)
- Entrance to Salt Mines (20 Soles) is not included
Itinerary and highlights
The sacred valley is considered all the cañon around the urubamba river where we can found a different tourist attractions like Moray, Maras and Salt mines.
The Salt Mines that exist from the times before the Inkas and is the main Salt provider for the Communities.
Our tours are the perfect way to enjoy your trip in the sacred valley having a little adventure on the road and getting to know the living culture.
Get to know Moray, a place with a lot of mystery and history.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- English — Written
- Spanish — Guide
- Spanish — Written
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Ortiz Adventure Tours Peru
Accessibility and practical details
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- It is not necessary or compulsory to return to Ollantaytambo, if you have to continue your journey to Cusco, we will arrive to Urubamba and I board a car for you to continue your trip to Cusco
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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