Maras, Moray & Salt Mines Half-Day Tour
FromPEN 48.45
6 hours
Cusco, Peru
About this activity
Discover the ancient agricultural terraces of Moray and the unique salt ponds of Maras on this half-day tour from Cusco, including a boxed lunch and professional guide.
Highlights
- Explore ancient Incan agricultural terraces at Moray
- Visit the unique salt ponds of Maras
- Enjoy a scenic drive through the Sacred Valley
- Learn about Incan history and culture
- Savor a delicious boxed lunch amidst stunning landscapes
Full description
Embark on a captivating half-day journey from Cusco to the Sacred Valley's hidden gems: the circular terraces of Moray and the salt ponds of Maras. Marvel at the ingenuity of Incan agricultural practices at Moray, where concentric terraces were used for crop experimentation. Then, visit the salt ponds of Maras, a unique site where salt has been harvested since Incan times. Along the way, enjoy a scenic drive through the Sacred Valley, with opportunities to learn about Incan history and culture from your professional guide. A delicious boxed lunch is included, allowing you to savor local flavors amidst stunning landscapes. This tour offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and natural beauty, making it an unforgettable experience for travelers seeking to delve deeper into Peru's rich heritage.
Included / Excluded
- Round-trip transportation from Cusco
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Boxed lunch
- Gratuities
Itinerary
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We’ll pick you up at your hotel in Cusco, don’t forget to bring your Cusco Tourist Ticket! Our first stop will be in Moray, an ancient agricultural laboratory where over 250 plant species were cultivated during the Inca era.
Duration: 45 minAdmission: NO
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Once we’ve finished our excursion, we’ll head towards Maras, a small town with colonial and Inca characteristics.
Duration: 15 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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We will then visit the Salineras, a group of over 3,000 salt mines currently used by the locals for the extraction of salt since pre-Columbian times. Once we’ve finished with all the activities, we’ll return to Cusco. Drop off will be at your accommodation.
Duration: 1 hourAdmission: NO
Important information
Know before you book
- Minimum booking of two people required for the tour to operate.
- Tour operates rain or shine; please dress appropriately for the weather.
- Vegetarian options available upon request; please inform in advance.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for uneven terrain.
- Bring a hat, sunscreen, and a reusable water bottle.
- Dress in layers to accommodate changing weather conditions.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Service Animals Allowed
- Infants Required On Laps
- Infant Seats Available
Good to know
- Children under 5 years of age are free of charge as long as they do not occupy a seat.
- We can include infant seats under request (if paying for the child's seat).
Traveler reviews
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Knowledge
Franco our guide, and the driver Wilberty we liked very much. Well polite and kind. Franco explained well and excited us with his music.
benincasaa2026May 22, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Excellent
Very good ride with the guide Franco and the driver Wilbert. Franco has a lot of knowledge about the places and is willing to explain.
renaldac2026May 22, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Maras and Moray
The guide Franco and the driver Wilbert were very good throughout the journey. The music with local instrument was a special touch.
ant_niocarlosa935May 22, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Great experience: Percy guide
Our guide was Percy, we really liked the tour, excellent explanations. It was a very nice experience. I recommend!
marcoaH7242YMMay 21, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Excellent walk!
We went on tour with Percy. Excellent guide, knows well the history of Cusco and did everything to give us the best experience in all the points visited. Plus, take great photos!
naatirosaMay 21, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Additional information
Children under 5 years of age are free of charge as long as they do not occupy a seat.
We can include infant seats under request (if paying for the child's seat).