Tour Description
Half-day tour of Moray, the Maras Salt Mines and a textile center in Chinchero, combining Inca history, landscapes and living culture.
The Maras & Moray Tour + Textile Center is an ideal experience for those who want to discover part of the Sacred Valley in a short time, combining history, culture and unique landscapes. The adventure begins with a hotel pickup in Cusco at around 8:00 a.m., heading to the archaeological site of Moray.
At Moray, you visit its impressive circular terraces that functioned as an Inca agricultural laboratory, where different microclimates were experimented with. The tour then continues to the Maras Salt Mines, a complex of more than 3,000 natural salt pools that are still used by local communities.
Finally, a visit is made to a textile center in Chinchero, where you learn about traditional weaving techniques and the use of natural dyes, keeping the Andean cultural heritage alive.
The tour concludes with the return to Cusco at around 3:00 p.m., making it a perfect option to complement other activities during the day.
What's included
Included
- Hotel pickup in Cusco
- Tourist transport
- Professional bilingual guide
- Entrance tickets (Partial ticket + Salt Mines)
- Constant assistance throughout the tour
Not included
- Tips for service
- Meals
- Extra expenses not mentioned
Itinerary
Maras Salt Mines, Moray & Textile Center in Chinchero
Landscapes, agricultural innovation and living tradition in the Andes.
- Hotel pickup in Cusco (approx. 08:00 a.m.)
- Departure to the Sacred Valley
- Visit to the circular terraces of Moray
- Tour of the Maras Salt Mines
- Visit to a textile center in Chinchero
- Return to Cusco (approx. 03:00 p.m.)
Frequently Asked Questions
The tour lasts half a day, approximately from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
No, it is low difficulty with light walks, suitable for all ages.
Comfortable clothing, sunscreen, a hat, water and a camera. A rain jacket is recommended during the rainy season.
Yes, the tour operates every day of the year.
Yes, since it is a short half-day tour, it can be combined with other activities subject to availability.
