Half-Day Tour to Maras, Moray & Salt Mines
A Short Journey Through Sacred Valley’s Engineering Wonders
Discover some of the Sacred Valley’s most impressive and mysterious sites on this half-day tour to Maras, Moray, and the Salt Mines. Perfect for those with limited time, this trip gives you a fascinating glimpse into Inca agricultural technology and pre-Columbian salt extraction techniques all surrounded by breathtaking Andean landscapes.
This tour is available in group service (morning only) or private service (morning or afternoon), offering you flexibility according to your schedule.
Itinerary: Maras, Moray, Salt Mines & Chinchero Weaving Center
Departure times: Group tours depart at 7:30 AM. Private tours are available at 7:30 AM or 1:00 PM, depending on your preference.
After picking you up from your hotel in Cusco, we head into the heart of the Sacred Valley to visit:
- Moray: A mysterious Inca agricultural laboratory made of concentric terraces used to experiment with crop conditions at different altitudes.
- Maras: A picturesque Andean village known for its colonial-era doorways and scenic views.
- Salt Mines (Salineras de Maras): Thousands of salt ponds carved into the mountainside, still harvested by local families using ancestral techniques.
- Chinchero Weaving Center: Learn about traditional Andean textile techniques at a local cooperative, where expert artisans demonstrate spinning, dyeing, and weaving using ancestral methods.
Enjoy impressive views of the Urubamba range, snow-capped peaks, and rural Andean life along the way.
What does this tour include?
Included
- Pick-up and drop-off at your hotel in Cusco
- Round-trip tourist transportation
- Professional bilingual guide (English/Spanish)
Not Included
- Entry tickets:
- Moray (included in Tourist Ticket – approx. USD $25)
- Maras Salt Mines: USD $7
- Meals, snacks, or drinks
- Tips (optional)
Pricing (Per Person)
Group Tour (morning only):
- USD $20 per person
Private Tour:
6+ people: USD $30 per person
2 people: USD $55 per person
3 to 5 people: USD $40 per person
Private Price
Group Price
Optional Entry Fees (per person):
- Tourist Ticket (for Moray): USD $25
- Salt Mines (Maras): USD $7
Payment & Booking Policy
- A 30% deposit is required to confirm your reservation
- A secure payment link will be sent to your email
- Payment methods:
- Credit or debit card
- International bank transfer
- You can pay in USD or your local currency (upon request)
- The remaining balance must be paid at least 5 days before the tour
- Passport photos are required at the time of booking for ticket processing
- No free cancellation once the reservation is confirmed
To book, contact us with the tour, dates, and number of people. We will confirm and send the details along with the payment link via Wise or credit card.
- Deposit 40% of the total amount.
- Remaining 60% in cash before the start of the tour in Cusco or, if preferred, up to 10 days prior by credit card. Learn more
