Maras and Moray Tour (Half Day)
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Maras and Moray Tour (Half Day)
Discover Maras and Moray on a half day tour from Cusco. Visit the impressive salt mines of Maras and the enigmatic circular terraces of Moray, used as an Inca agricultural laboratory. An ideal tour to discover unique landscapes and the advanced engineering of the Inca civilization.
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Opciones del Tour
The tour starts at approximately 08:00 a.m. with pick up from your hotel in Cusco. This panoramic, cultural and archaeological excursion will take you to discover some of the most fascinating places in the Sacred Valley. Our first stop will be Moray, an impressive archaeological center located 7 km southwest of Maras, famous for its gigantic circular terraces that functioned as an Inca agricultural laboratory, where crops were grown in different microclimates.
We will continue to the picturesque town of Maras, located at 3,300 meters above sea level, from where we will have spectacular views of the Urubamba mountain range and the snow-capped peaks of La Verónica and Chicón. Here you will visit its beautiful colonial adobe church, which houses valuable paintings of the Cusco School.
We will then visit the famous Maras salt mines, a complex of more than 3,000 salt wells that are fed by a natural spring. This ancestral salt extraction system is still used by local families, creating a unique and photogenic landscape.
Finally, we will return to the city of Cusco, culminating an unforgettable experience full of history, culture and Andean landscapes.
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Pick-up and drop-off from hotels located in Puno city center.
The service takes place approximately 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time, to ensure a punctual and organized experience.
What’s Included:
- Pick up from your hotel in Cusco.
- Comfortable and safe tourist transportation throughout the tour.
- Professional bilingual guide service (Spanish / English).
What’s not included:
- Cusco Tourist Ticket (BTC):
- Peruvians: from S/ 40.00
- Foreigners: from S/ 70.00
- Entrance fee to the salt mines of Maras: S/ 10.00 per person.
- Personal expenses and services not mentioned.
| APPROX. TIME | ITINERARY |
|---|---|
| 08:00 AM – 08:30 AM | Pick up from your hotel in Cusco and transfer by tourist bus. |
| 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM | Guided visit to the picturesque town of Chinchero, known for its Inca and colonial heritage. |
| 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM | Guided tour of the Maras Salt Mines, an impressive complex of traditional salt wells. |
| 12:30 PM – 13:30 PM | Visit to the agricultural interpretation center of Moray, famous for its circular Inca terraces. |
| 13:30 PM – 14:30 PM | Return by tourist bus to the city of Cusco. |
Recommendations:
- Wear sneakers or light, comfortable walking shoes.
- Stay well hydrated throughout the excursion.
- Carry a raincoat or long poncho, especially in the rainy season.
- Wear shirts and long pants for comfort and protection.
- Don’t forget sunscreen and a wide-brimmed hat for sunny days.
- Wear sunglasses to protect your eyes.
- Bring a camera or camcorder to capture the best moments.
- Have on hand, cash in bills and low denomination coins (soles or dollars).
Being well prepared will help you enjoy your experience to the fullest.
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Tuvimos un tiempo encantador!
Tuvimos un tiempo encantador! Manuel era nuestro guía de viaje y era tan informativo, sensible y amable. Todos los guías turísticos parecía increíble, pero no teníamos mucha experiencia con otros grupos. Sinceramente, este viaje fue un valor increíble. Tenía fuera de esto visiones del mundo. Si te encanta tejer o textiles en general, te encantará conocer a todos estos increíbles artesanos, y te encantará aprender sobre el lago Titicaca. Si estás en Puno, y tienes tiempo, hazte un favor y reserva este viaje. ¡No te arrepentirás!
We had a lovely time!
We had a lovely time! Manuel was our tour guide and he was so informative, responsive and friendly. All the tour guides seemed amazing, but we didn’t have much experience with other groups. Honestly, this trip was an incredible value. It had out of this world views. If you love weaving or textiles in general, you will love meeting all these amazing artisans, and you will love learning about Lake Titicaca. If you are in Puno, and you have time, do yourself a favor and book this trip, you won’t regret it!
Nós nos divertimos muito!
Você se divertiu muito! Manuel foi nosso guia turístico e ele foi muito informativo, receptivo e amigável. Todos os guias turísticos pareciam incríveis, mas não tivemos muita experiência com outros grupos. Sinceramente, essa viagem teve um valor incrível. Você teve vistas de outro mundo. Se você gosta de tecelagem ou de tecidos em geral, vai adorar conhecer todos esses artesãos incríveis e vai adorar aprender sobre o Lago Titicaca. Se você estiver em Puno e tiver tempo, faça um favor a si mesmo e reserve essa viagem – você não vai se arrepender!
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