From Cusco: Sacred Valley & Maras Salt Mines Tour with Lunch
Chinchero District, Peru
Travel through beautiful landscapes and visit famous archeological sites along the Sacred Valley of the Incas. See Moray, Salt Mines of Maras, Pisaq, Urubamba, and the stunning town of Ollantaytambo.
Sacred Valley Guided Day Tour from Cusco
This full-day tour departs from Cusco’s historic center and suits travelers interested in Incan history and culture.
Highlights
- Visit key historical sites in the Sacred Valley
- Discover authentic Incan cultural heritage
- Learn from a bilingual professional guide
- Explore Chinchero Weavers, Moray Salt Mines, Ollantaytambo, and Pisac
- Optional drop-off available in Ollantaytambo
Description
Your guide will pick you up between 5:45 AM and 6:15 AM from your Cusco accommodation or a nearby meeting point. The first stop is Chinchero, a traditional textile village known for Incan weaving techniques, where you will also visit its archaeological site and colonial church.
Next, visit Moray to see distinctive Incan agricultural terraces designed to optimize crop growth on uneven terrain. Adjacent to Moray are the Moras salt ponds, consisting of over 5,000 Incan salt evaporation pools used for food preservation. After exploring these sites, continue to Urubamba for a buffet lunch with vegetarian options.
In the afternoon, visit the historic towns of Ollantaytambo and Pisac. Climb approximately 200 steps at Ollantaytambo to reach the terraced fortress overlooking the town. An optional drop-off is available here around 3:00 PM for guests staying in town or with alternative plans. In Pisac, explore its archaeological site before returning to Cusco’s historic center by 6:00–7:00 PM.
Includes
- Pickup from Cusco historic city center
- Bilingual (English-Spanish) tour guide
- Bus transportation within the Sacred Valley
- Buffet lunch with vegetarian options
- First aid kit
- Drop-off at Plaza Regocijos in Cusco
Excludes
- Partial tourist ticket (70 Nuevos Soles)
- Entrance to the Moras salt mine (20 Nuevos Soles)
- Drinks
- Tips
Important Information
- Optional Ollantaytambo drop-off is around 3:00 PM; train departures are recommended after 4:00 PM
- Entrance tickets must be purchased in cash (local currency)
- The Ollantaytambo site involves climbing 200 steps; no elevator available
- The full tourist ticket valid for 10 days grants access to most Inca sites near Cusco and the Sacred Valley
- Sites are spread out, so expect significant travel time by bus
- Group tours are bilingual (English and Spanish)
- Hotel pickup inclusion depends on your booking option; group pickup can take 15–30 minutes
- Tour ends at approximately 6:00–7:00 PM in Cusco historic center
- Each participant may bring one 30-liter backpack on shared group service
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours before the tour for a full refund.
For the best experience, bring comfortable walking shoes, sun protection, and cash in local currency for entrance fees. Morning pickups start early, so be ready by 5:45 AM.
