From Ollantaytambo:Moray, Salt Mines, Chinchero end in Cusco

This full-day tour explores the Sacred Valley of the Incas, visiting Moray agricultural terraces, Maras salt mines, and Chinchero textile center, ending in Cusco. It suits travelers interested in culture and history.

Highlights

• Start your journey in the Sacred Valley and finish in Cusco
• Combine visits to Moray circular terraces and Maras salt mines
• Learn about Andean textile traditions in Chinchero
• Enjoy expansive views of the Sacred Valley

Description

You will be picked up from your hotel or train station in Ollantaytambo. The tour begins with a visit to Moray, where you will see Incan agricultural terraces built on hillsides to cultivate crops in challenging mountain conditions.

Next, visit the nearby Maras salt mines, featuring over 4,000 salt ponds used by ancient inhabitants to preserve food. After exploring these agricultural and salt harvesting techniques, enjoy lunch in Maras town.

After lunch, the tour continues to Chinchero, a traditional Andean town known for its textile weaving center. Here, observe textiles crafted using ancient Incan techniques.

The tour concludes with a drive to Cusco, where you will be dropped off at the main square or your accommodation.

Note: You can add a visit to the Ollantaytambo Inca Site upon request. Please inform us in advance to receive confirmation.

Includes

• Pickup from hotel or train station in Ollantaytambo
• Bilingual tour guide
• Transportation to all sites
• Lunch in Maras
• Drop-off in Cusco

Excludes

• Partial tourist ticket for Ollantaytambo, Moray, and Chinchero (purchase onsite for 70 Nuevos Soles)
• Entrance ticket to Maras salt mines (purchase onsite for 20 Nuevos Soles)
• Tips
• Drinks

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 a camera. The tour operates year-round, with dry season months May to September offering more favorable weather.