From Cusco: Moray, Cheqoq & Maras Salt Mines Experience

Highlights

• Explore Moray's circular terraces and discover their remarkable Inca design
• Discover lesser-visited Cheqoq and its ancient Andean agricultural heritage
• Visit the Maras Salt Mines and learn about traditional salt production

Description

Discover a different side of the Sacred Valley on a half-day journey from Cusco, combining remarkable Inca heritage, beautiful Andean landscapes, and a lesser-visited archaeological site. Travel through the countryside to Moray, famous for its impressive circular terraces. Explore the site with your guide and learn about its remarkable design, the different microclimates created by the terraces, and its connection to agriculture during Inca times. Continue to Cheqoq, a lesser-known archaeological site located near Moray. Walk through this peaceful place and discover its ancient structures and their connection to food storage and agricultural organization in the Andes. With far fewer visitors than the Sacred Valley's major attractions, Cheqoq offers a quieter and more authentic glimpse into the ingenuity of Andean communities. Your journey then continues to the Maras Salt Mines, where thousands of salt pools cascade dramatically down the mountainside. Learn how the natural saltwater spring feeds the pools and discover the traditional methods local families have used to harvest salt for generations. After exploring Maras, relax on the scenic drive back to Cusco. This half-day experience brings together archaeology, living traditions, Andean history, and spectacular landscapes while taking you beyond the usual Maras and Moray route.

Includes

Round-trip transportation from Cusco Pickup from a central meeting point or selected hotels in Cusco Professional English- or Spanish-speaking tour guide Guided visit to Moray archaeological site Guided visit to Cheqoq archaeological site Guided visit to the Maras Salt Mines Assistance with purchasing entrance tickets if needed

Excludes

Cusco Tourist Ticket (BTC) required for Moray Entrance ticket to Cheqoq Entrance ticket to the Maras Salt Mines Food and snacks Bottled water and additional drinks Personal expenses Personal medication Tips and gratuities

Important Information

• Entrance tickets are not included. A valid Cusco Tourist Ticket (BTC) is required to enter Moray. If you already have a valid BTC, please bring it with you. Entrance tickets for Cheqoq and the Maras Salt Mines are also paid separately. Your guide can assist you with purchasing the required tickets during the tour if needed. Please bring cash in Peruvian soles.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund