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Discover the ancient Inca agricultural laboratory at Moray, visit the salt pools of Maras, and learn about the ancient art of textile making in Chinchero on a guided tour from Ollantaytambo.

Highlights

• Discover the ancient Inca agricultural laboratory at Moray
• Visit the salt pools of Maras, still in use by local families
• Learn about the ancient art of textile making in Chinchero
• Enjoy the stunning views of the Sacred Valley along the way
• Benefit from the convenience of round-trip transportation

Description

Discover the beauty of the Sacred Valley on a guided tour from Ollantaytambo. Visit the archaeological site of Moray, the salt mines of Maras, and the town of Chinchero. Learn about the history of these sites and the traditional textile techniques of the region. Start your tour with pickup from Ollantaytambo and head to the archaeological site of Moray. Admire the circular terraces that were used as an agricultural laboratory by the Incas. Learn about the microclimates created by the terraces and the irrigation system that was used. Next, head to the salt mines of Maras. See the 2000 salt pools that are still used by local families to extract salt. Learn about the history of the mines and the traditional methods used to extract the salt. Finally, head to the town of Chinchero. Visit the textile interpretation center and learn about the traditional techniques used to transform wool and cotton into yarn. See how the yarn is dyed using natural pigments. After your tour, return to Ollantaytambo.

Includes

Pick up at the meeting point in Ollantaytambo. Tourist transportation. Professional guide.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund