Tourists exploring Maras Salt Mines terraces in Sacred Valley, near Cusco, Peru.
Terraced salt ponds at Maras Salt Mines in the Sacred Valley, near Cusco, Peru.
Terraced salt ponds at Maras Salt Mines in the Sacred Valley, near Cusco, Peru.
Moray archaeological site in Peru with circular terraces in the Sacred Valley.
Moray archaeological site in Peru with circular terraces against a mountainous backdrop.
Terraced circular depressions at Moray archaeological site, Sacred Valley, near Cusco, Peru.
Visitors walking along the Maras Salt Mines terraces in the Sacred Valley, Peru.

From Cusco: Half-Day Tour to Maras and Moray

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Duration: 6 hours (approx.)

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Comfortable roundtrip transfers in a A/C Bus

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Explore Cusco, Peru with this Half-Day Tour to Maras and Moray, offering an exciting glimpse into ancient landscapes. Discover the terraced salt mines of Maras and the mysterious circular agricultural terraces at Moray. This tour provides a great opportunity to delve into Peruvian history and culture within just half a day.

See two major sites without spending your whole day on the road. This bundle includes hotel pickup, round-trip transfers, and a half-day guided tour.

Your bilingual guide connects the dots between ancient terraces and modern salt pools, adding depth to every stop along journey.

Walk through Moray’s concentric terraces and learn how the Incas once tested crops in different microclimates.

See Maras’s salt pools up close and watch how locals still collect salt from an underground stream using ancient methods.

Half-day trip to Maras and Moray

Hotel transfers from Cusco's Historic Center

Expert English, Spanish, and Portuguese-speaking guide

Entry to Maras

Lunch

Cusco Tourist ticket - BTC

Ticket to the Salineras Salt mine (can be purchased on site)

Moray archaeological site in Peru with circular terraces in the Sacred Valley.

Moray archaeological site in Peru with circular terraces in the Sacred Valley.

What to bring

  • Bring a valid photo ID to match the name on your booking if requested at pickup.

  • Bring a waterproof jacket or raincoat in case of rain.

  • Use sunscreen (SPF 30 or higher) and a sun hat for sun protection.

  • Bring cash (Peruvian soles) for entrance fees to the Salineras Salt Mine, as these are not included in your ticket.

What’s not allowed

  • Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage are not allowed on the tour vehicle.

  • Pets are not permitted, except for registered service animals.

Accessibility

  • This experience is not wheelchair accessible.

  • Most travelers can participate, but the tour is not recommended for those with reduced mobility.

Additional information

  • Pickup is available only for hotels located in the Cusco Historic Center.

  • The tour operates in most weather conditions; please dress accordingly. Layers are your best bets here.

Moray archaeological site in Peru with circular terraces against a mountainous backdrop.

Moray archaeological site in Peru with circular terraces against a mountainous backdrop.

Terraced circular depressions at Moray archaeological site, Sacred Valley, near Cusco, Peru.

Terraced circular depressions at Moray archaeological site, Sacred Valley, near Cusco, Peru.

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You'll need a valid photo ID matching your booking name if requested at pickup. Also, pack a waterproof jacket or raincoat for unexpected rain, sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher along with a sun hat, and cash in Peruvian soles for entrance fees not covered by the ticket.
Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage are prohibited on the tour vehicle. Additionally, pets are not allowed.
The package includes round-trip transfers to Maras and Moray from your hotel in Cusco's Historic Center.
Your bilingual guide will provide insights into ancient terraces and modern salt pools, enhancing each stop with historical context and interesting facts throughout the journey.
Highlights include exploring Moray’s concentric terraces and learning about Incan agricultural experiments in different microclimates. You'll also see Maras's salt pools up close, where locals continue to harvest salt using ancient methods.
Lunch is not part of this tour package, so you'll need to arrange it separately or bring a snack with you.
This tour lasts for half a day, allowing you to visit both major sites without spending your entire day on the road.
The tour includes a half-day trip to Maras and Moray, hotel transfers from Cusco's Historic Center, an expert guide who speaks English, Spanish, and Portuguese, and entry to Maras.
The expert guide on this tour speaks English, Spanish, and Portuguese.
You will need to purchase a ticket on site for entry to the Salineras Salt Mine, as it is not included in your tour package.

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