This tour to the Moray Agricultural Experiment Center and Maras Salt Mines offers the chance to enjoy and observe traditional communities surrounded by stunning landscapes, painted in vibrant green during spring.
Places to Visit
Moray Terraces or Agricultural Experiment Center
Surrounded by the imposing Andes mountains, Moray is one of the famous Inca ruins near Cusco, consisting of three groups of circular terraces descending 150 meters from the highest to the lowest terrace. Each group has 12 levels of terraces.
Maras Salt Mines
The salt mines consist of approximately 3,000 pools fed by an underground spring. Located at 3,380 meters, 56.8 km from the city of Cusco in the Sacred Valley. According to legend, the salt formed from the tears of Ayar Cachi (one of the brothers of Ayar Manco, founder of Cusco), who cried upon failing to establish the Tahuantinsuyo. The tears were dried by the sun, forming salt flats with pink and lilac hues.
Department
Cusco
Departure / Return Location
Pick-up from your hotel / Hotel
Departure Time
08:30 AM (flexible schedule)
Return Time
2:30 PM (flexible schedule)
1st Activity: Start
To begin our tour, our staff picks you up from your hotel.
2nd Activity: Chinchero
Leaving Cusco, we head to Chinchero, where you can visit one of its textile production centers to observe their beautiful weavings and learn about their ancestral dyeing and crafting techniques. Then, we go to the viewpoint for a panoramic view of the impressive Túpac Yupanqui Archaeological Center.
3rd Activity: Moray Terraces
Next, we visit the incredible Moray Terraces or Tahuantinsuyo’s agricultural experiment center. After this visit, we pass through the picturesque colonial town of Maras and its beautiful plaza.
4th Activity: Maras Salt Mines
Finally, we visit the Maras salt mines, originating from mysterious springs in the Sacred Valley, known for their multiple health benefits. Then, we return to Cusco.
The Tour Includes:
Pick-up from your hotel.
Tourist transportation.
Entrance tickets to the sites visited.
Professional guide.
The Tour Does Not Include:
Food and drinks, unless otherwise specified.
Recommendations:
Casual and comfortable sportswear.
Walking shoes.
Cap and light jacket.
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Aidett
Cristian
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