Sacred Valley of the Incas with Moray and Salt Mines, from Cusco Discount Tickets

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Overview

The Sacred Valley of the Incas + Maras Salt Mines tour is one of the best-rated experiences in Peru, which takes you to discover the architectural beauty of the Inca Empire, immersed in beautiful Andean landscapes, glaciers and archaeological parks.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

The pick up will be in the center of the main square, where the water fountain and the Inca monument are located. Please send the exact address, name of the accommodation and contact number.

Pickup Information

The transfer will pick you up in the lobby of your hotel, wearing a black jacket and a cap with our company logo, and will also contact you before your pick up.

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Spanish-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Plaza de Armas Cuzco
06:30 am – Pick up at the hotel Our transfer team or guide will pick you up at your hotel at 6:30 a.m. to start this exciting day. The first stop will be the archaeological center of Chinchero.
Duration: 60 mins
2. Chinchero
07:30 am – Chinchero: Encounter with Living Culture We will head north and, in approximately 40 minutes, we will arrive at the archaeological center of Chinchero, a living city that preserves the original Inca design and is located in a significant agricultural area. Here, the church and the colonial tower originate from ancient Inca temples. You will have the opportunity to appreciate local artisanal work, including weaving with ancestral techniques.
Duration: 120 mins
3. Maras Moray Tours
09:00 am – Moray: Inca Agricultural Experimentation Our next stop will be in the Moray area, where we will discover a system of circular terraces built to take advantage of the differences in microclimates. These terraces were used for Inca agricultural experiments, such as domestication, acclimatization and hybridization of plants.
Duration: 120 mins
4. Salinas de Maras
10:30 am – Salineras de Maras: Treasure of Salt We will continue to the Salineras de Maras, a complex of more than 3,000 shallow pools owned by almost 380 local families. These pools are filled with salt water that flows from natural springs on the hill called Qoripukiu (Golden Fountain). You will witness the tradition of salt extraction that dates back to pre-Incan times.
Duration: 60 mins
5. Urubamba
12:00 pm – Lunch in Urubamba After the morning exploration, we will enjoy a delicious lunch in Urubamba to recharge our batteries.
Duration: 60 mins
6. Ollantaytambo
02:00 pm – Ollantaytambo: Multifunctional Center We will continue the trip by bus for 30 minutes to reach the archaeological center of Ollantaytambo. This place had various uses in the Inca era, being an administrative, military, social and economic center. It also served as a control point in the interaction of different ecological levels.
Duration: 120 mins
7. Pisac
04:00 pm – Pisaq: Smart Farming and Handicraft Market Our last stop will be the archaeological center of Pisaq, famous for its system of smart platforms and irrigation canals that allowed the cultivation of high-quality corn. In addition, you will have the opportunity to purchase handicrafts and pottery at the Pisaq model market.
Duration: 120 mins
8. Plaza Regocijo (Kusipata)
07:00 pm – Return to Cusco: We will return to Cusco around 7:00 p.m., where we conclude this unforgettable tour, with many memories and enriching experiences.

Inclusion

First Aid Kit

Lunch

In-vehicle air conditioning

Professional bilingual guide

Exclusion

Bottled water

Admission fees

Admission fees

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian.

Supplied by ATV CUSCO ADVENTURES ON WHEELS

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