Moray Maras and Salt mines tour in Cusco is one of the most preferred half day tours in Peru. It takes you to the two iconic sites in the Sacred Valley of the Incas.
Moray Maras and Salt mines tour in Cusco is one of the most preferred half day tours in Peru. It takes you to the two iconic sites in the Sacred Valley of the Incas. You will be witnessing the natural beauty of the Peruvian highland valley on this half day trip.
Both Salinas de Maras and Moray archaeological sites played an important role during the Inca civilization.
Maras Salt Flats have been in use since Pre Inca times. It has been passed down in the line of succession. Farmers here continue to practise the traditional salt farming method as their ancestors.
They let in the natural spring water into the geometric shaped salt puddles and wait for it to evaporate. It then leaves behind crystals of salt which they scrape out manually.
The circular farming terraces of Moray are quite distinct. It has different levels dug into the ground. Each of these levels have different temperature zones. The Incas used it to experiment the growth conditions of crops. Thanks to this, Peru now produces over 800 different varieties of potatoes among other crops.
The full day tour is ideal while you are acclimatising in the altitude of Cusco before your trip to Machu Picchu.
At 08:00 a.m., we will be picking you up from your hotel in Cusco. Then in our private transport, we will be driving you to Maras. You will get spectacular views of the Urubamba valley.
At Maras, our local expert will be explaining the traditional Solar Evaporation Salt farming method used here.
In order to avoid contamination, local authorities now restrict the access to the salt flats. You can enjoy it from a viewpoint.
Once you have had your fill of the site, we will be driving you to Moray village. It is home to the iconic farming terraces. Here you will be introduced to the different farming methods invented by Incas.
After the tour, we will be driving you back to Cusco City.
Cusco Hotel Transfer
Departure Time
8:00 a.m.
The duration of our Maras Moray Tour is half a day. Typically, it begins at 8:00 a.m. and ends at 1:00 p.m. This makes it a fantastic choice if you're on a limited time or would like to combine it with other activities in the stunning Sacred Valley.
The tour itself covers guided visits to two truly fascinating spots: the Inca agricultural terraces at Moray and the historic Maras Salt Mines. These iconic sites really offer a fantastic glimpse into both ingenious Inca engineering and traditional salt extraction methods that are still actively used even today.
Absolutely! As long as they are in reasonably good health, tourists of all ages can enjoy the gentle and delightful Maras Moray Tour. The terrain is generally very easy to navigate, and the walking distances are fairly short.
No, the standard package does not include entrance fees. Both a tourist ticket for Moray and a separate ticket for the Maras Salt Mines are required. Our staff will make sure you understand where and how to buy these before your tour begins.
Drone use is generally restricted at both sites to preserve their cultural and historical integrity. If you're a professional looking to film, let us know in advance so we can check for possible authorizations.
Absolutely. Our Maras Moray Tour operates daily, depending on availability and a minimum of two participants. It's one of the most flexible and rewarding half-day excursions in the Sacred Valley.
You can definitely enjoy the Maras Moray tour any time of year, but the dry season (April to October) really offers the best weather. That means clearer views and much more comfortable conditions for walking around.
Absolutely. Many travelers combine the Maras Moray tour with visits to the Salt Mines of Maras or even a trip to Ollantaytambo or Chinchero, depending on their schedule.
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