Half day tour: Maras Salt Mines and Moray Terraces
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Discover the Salineras de Maras and the Moray Terraces on a unique adventure. Explore Inca history and enjoy stunning landscapes.
Highlights
- Immerse yourself in Inca history with our expert guides. inca.
- We offer safe transportation and freedom to explore and capture memories.
- Explore Maras and Moray together in one tour.
Description
During the half-day tour to Maras and Moray, clients will immerse themselves in two emblematic sites of the Sacred Valley of the Incas.
Starting in Maras, visitors will have the opportunity to explore the famous Salineras de Maras, also known as the Maras Salt Flats. These salt flats are an impressive network of thousands of salt evaporation pools that date back to Inca times. Customers will be able to walk among the white terraces and learn about the traditional salt extraction process that has been passed down from generation to generation.
Continuing the tour, we will head to Moray, where travelers will be welcomed by the spectacular Agricultural Terraces of Moray. These circular terraces are a unique example of Inca agricultural engineering and are believed to have been used as an agricultural laboratory to experiment with different microclimates. Clients will have the opportunity to explore these terraces from different levels and marvel at the panoramic views of the Sacred Valley.
Throughout the tour, our expert guides will share fascinating stories about Inca history and culture, providing a deeper understanding of these historic sites. Additionally, clients will have free time to take photographs and enjoy the natural beauty surrounding Maras and Moray.
In summary, this half-day tour to Maras and Moray offers an enriching experience that combines history, culture and impressive landscapes, leaving clients with lasting memories of their visit to the Sacred Valley of the Incas.
Includes
Hotel pickup (only hotels located in the historic center)
Return at the center
Shared round trip transportation.
bilingual professional guide
Important Information
- The Cusco tourist ticket (BTC) is mandatory for all visitors and allows you to visit points of interest in the city of Cusco and its surroundings (not valid for Machu Picchu). You can buy the ticket there on the day of the activity. This ticket will allow you to access the Chinchero site and Moray.
Entrance to the Maras Salt Mines must be purchased separately (not part of the BTC)
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund