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The Moray and Maras Salt Mines Tour is one of the most fascinating excursions near Cusco, perfect for travelers interested in discovering the ingenuity and legacy of the Inca civilization. This half-day experience combines archaeology, culture, and spectacular Andean landscapes.Visit the remarkable agricultural terraces of Moray, believed to have functioned as an experimental agricultural center, and continue to the impressive Maras Salt Mines, a network of thousands of salt ponds that are still used by local families today.With an approximate duration of 6 hours, tourist transportation, and a professional guide, this tour offers an excellent cultural experience without demanding hikes. The maximum altitude reaches approximately 3500 m / 11,483 feet, and the difficulty level is easy.
Important: Entrance tickets to Moray and the Maras Salt Mines are usually not included in the tour price. Please verify this information before booking.
GROUP SERVICE: Refers to traveling with a group of tourists between 14 to 18 people.
PRIVATE SERVICE: it is exclusive and only you will do the tour, there will be no other tourists in the group.
From Chinchero’s weaving traditions to Moray’s circular terraces and the Maras salt pans.
Reference road to Maras Salt Pans
Orientation map. Follow the itinerary sequence and your guide’s directions.
Machupicchu Luna Tours was founded and is led by licensed tourism professionals with over 15 years of experience in Cusco and Southern Peru. Our deep knowledge of Inca history, Andean geography, and mountain logistics enables us to design realistic, optimized itineraries—ensuring you make the most of every moment with the backing of genuine regional experts.
Exploring destinations above 4,000 and 5,000 meters (13,000–16,000+ ft)—such as Rainbow Mountain, the Ausangate Glaciers, or Salinas Lagoon—demands operational responsibility. All our tours feature authorized tourist vehicles, certified professional guides, first-aid kits, and emergency oxygen tanks to safeguard your health and peace of mind throughout your journey.
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Morning pickup. We pick you up from your hotel in Cusco. Confirm the pickup time when booking.
Visit the village and learn about Andean weaving and natural dyeing techniques.
See the streets and adobe buildings from the vehicle on the way to Moray.
Explore the circular terraces set into depressions in the landscape.
See the network of salt pans fed by a natural spring and learn how evaporation leaves salt behind.
About 2:30–3:00 p.m. Return to Cusco, near the Main Square.
Passport
Extra money
Water bottle
Sunscreen
Snacks / energy bars
Camera
