Chinchero Moray Maras and Ollantaytambo Sacred Valley Tour

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Chinchero Moray Maras and Ollantaytambo Sacred Valley Tour

By Go Xplore Peru

Free cancellation available

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Features

Free cancellation available
13h
Mobile voucher
Instant confirmation
Selective hotel pickup
Multiple languages

Overview

Explore the Sacred Valley of the Incas on this VIP full-day tour from Cusco, showcasing stunning landscapes and ancient Inca heritage. Start your journey in Chinchero, a charming Andean village known for its vibrant textile centre. Marvel at the innovative Moray agricultural terraces before heading to the historic Maras Salt Mines, where salt harvesting has been practised since pre-Inca times. After a buffet lunch, delve into the rich history of Ollantaytambo, wandering its impressive stone structures and learning about Inca engineering. Perfect for history buffs and culture enthusiasts alike, this tour offers an insightful glimpse into the Andes' past.

Visit the traditional village of Chinchero and its textile centre
Explore the unique circular terraces of Moray
Discover the ancient Maras Salt Mines still in use today
Enjoy a buffet lunch immersed in the Sacred Valley setting

Activity location

Cusco
- Cusco, Peru

Meeting/Redemption Point

Cusco
- Cusco, Peru

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Chinchero Moray Maras and Ollantaytambo Sacred Valley Tour

13h
English

Pickup included

Travellers

Languages available

Starting time: 6:30 AM

Price details

NZ$106.51 x 1 AdultNZ$106.51

Paid at activityNZ$9.77

Total

What's included, what's not

First aid kit and emergency oxygen available during the tour.
Cusco Tourist Ticket (Boleto Turístico)
Professional guide in English and Spanish
Return transport to Plaza Regocijo (Cusco Historic Centre).
Buffet lunch.
Pickup from accommodation located in Cusco Historic Centre.
Pickup outside Cusco not included. Extra fees may apply.
Tips for the guide and driver (optional)
Drinks
Breakfast
Entrance ticket to the Maras Salt Mines (paid on site)

Know before you book

Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Cusco

06:45 AM – Hotel Pickup in Cusco Your experience begins with pickup from your hotel in Cusco. Our driver or guide will meet you in the hotel lobby to start this full-day journey through the Sacred Valley of the Incas.

Chinchero

07:30 AM – Chinchero: Living Andean Culture We travel north for about 40 minutes to reach Chinchero, a traditional Andean town that preserves its original Inca urban layout. Here you will visit the archaeological site and the colonial church built on top of ancient Inca foundations. You will also have the opportunity to observe traditional weaving techniques and learn about ancestral textile art practised by local communities.

Zona Arqueologica Moray

35m
Admission ticket included

09:00 AM – Moray: Inca Agricultural Laboratory Our next stop is Moray, a fascinating archaeological site composed of circular terraces. These terraces created different microclimates and were used by the Incas as an agricultural research centre to experiment with crop adaptation and cultivation techniques.

Salt Mine of Maras

35m
Admission ticket not included

10:30 AM – Maras Salt Mines: Ancient Salt Extraction We continue to the impressive Maras Salt Mines, a complex of more than 3,000 small salt pools that have been used since pre-Inca times. The pools are filled with naturally salty water that flows from a mountain spring known as Qoripukiu (“Golden Fountain”). Local families still harvest salt here using traditional methods passed down for generations.

Urubamba

12:00 PM – Lunch in Urubamba After the morning visits, we head to Urubamba, located in the heart of the Sacred Valley, where you will enjoy a buffet lunch with a variety of Peruvian dishes.

Ollantaytambo

02:00 PM – Ollantaytambo Archaeological Site Next, we travel to Ollantaytambo, one of the most important and best-preserved Inca towns. This archaeological complex served as an administrative, military, and agricultural centre during the Inca Empire. Explore its impressive terraces, temples, and massive stone structures while learning about its strategic importance.

Pisac

04:00 PM – Pisaq Archaeological Site and Artisan Market Our final stop is Pisaq, famous for its impressive agricultural terraces and advanced irrigation system used by the Incas. After visiting the archaeological site, you will have time to explore the local artisan market, where you can find handmade textiles, ceramics, and traditional souvenirs.

Cusco

07:00 PM – Return to Cusco After a full day exploring the Sacred Valley, we return to Cusco around 7:00 PM, bringing an unforgettable journey through Inca history, culture, and spectacular landscapes to an end

Location

Activity location

Cusco
- Cusco, Peru

Meeting/Redemption Point

Cusco
- Cusco, Peru

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