About this experience
Discover the Sacred Valley with a local expert who grew up in these mountains. This private journey is a photographer’s dream, meticulously timed to avoid the crowds and capture the perfect light at Moray and Maras.
You will experience the soul of Chinchero through its ancestral weaving techniques and enjoy our signature "Llama Lunch"—a unique, tranquil meal shared with friendly llamas in a stunning Andean setting. With 30 years of experience, I offer a flexible pace and official, high-standard private transport, ensuring an elite and authentic adventure tailored exclusively to your desires.
At a glance
- Duration: 6 hr–8 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 6 hr–8 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
Local guides to help you plan
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.
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.
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
- Private transportation
- Professional Licensed Guide
- Air-conditioned vehicle
Not included
- Lunch and Beverages (Optional Llama Lunch experience is not included). Gratuities (Tips).
- Entrance Fees: Partial Tourist Ticket (70 Soles per person for Moray and Chinchero).
- Entrance Ticket to Maras Salt Mines (20 Soles per person).
Itinerary and highlights
Chinchero: Living Textile Heritage: Visit a local traditional workshop where the art of weaving remains unchanged for centuries. You will witness the fascinating process of transforming raw wool into vibrant textiles using natural dyes and ancestral techniques.
Moray: The Incan Agricultural Laboratory: Explore the stunning circular terraces of Moray. These "sunken amphitheaters" served as a highly sophisticated experimental farm, where the Incas mastered the art of microclimates to grow crops from across the empire.
Unique "Llama Lunch" Experience (Optional): Enjoy a delicious meal in a serene Andean setting accompanied by friendly llamas. It is a peaceful, authentic encounter that offers a unique connection to local nature.
Maras Salt Mines: Witness the spectacular sight of over 3,000 ancient salt evaporation ponds carved into the mountainside. These mines have been harvested since pre-Incan times and create a surreal, sparkling landscape.
Meeting and pickup information
- Our guide will pick you up from your Hotel Tambo del Hotel. He will ask for you at the reception.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Machupicchu Tour Guides
Accessibility and practical details
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- 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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