Cusco: Chinchero, Moray, and Salt Mines Tour Private Tour
ID: GYG304513-O-724987
Category:
Country: Peru
Duration:
05:00 hours
Description
Explore the north of Cusco near the Sacred Valley. You will visit Chinchero, an important Inka town and one of the foremost centers of handmade textiles. Afterwards, explore the ancient agriculture terraces in Moray and the pre-Inka salt mines.
Your tour will start with your group pick-up. From there you will drive for about an hour to Chinchero, making a short stop in this town to visit one of the last traditional families. You will also learn about ancient textiles and the weaving process.
After driving 30 minutes more, you will arrive to Moray, the ancient Inka agriculture laboratory located in a rare topographical depression in which the Inkas developed into unique circular terraces. You will learn how this entire area was also watered by a well-engineered irrigation system.
After enjoying Moray, you will continue for another hour to the Salineras Salt Mines of Maray, your last destination on your tour. The salt mine is actually a vast collection of terraces born from a water stream high on a mountain.
Over many centuries this salt spring has been channeled to 1,000 small pools. People wait for the sunny days to evaporate the water which leaves the pure salt behind, a technique of which has been used since pre-Inka times. You will finally drive approximately 1.5 hours back to Cusco, where your group will be dropped off near the Main Plaza de Armas.
Highlights
- Enjoy the panoramic views of Chicon and the Pitusiray Mountains
- Marvel at the ancient textile weaving process
- Explore the Inka terraces in Moray
- Take in the stunning views of natural pre-Inka salt mines
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The local partner cannot be held responsible for the change of weather conditions during your tour
Part of this tour is to stop in local couple different workshops and entrance fees are free and it is not obligatory to buy their products
The entrance fee to Maras salt mines can be purchased for S/10 PEN. (Only cash)
The entrance ticket for Moray site can be purchased for S/10 PEN the same day takes the tour (only cash)
The entrance fee to Maras salt mines can be purchased for S/10 PEN. (Only cash)
The entrance ticket for the Moray site can be purchased for S/70 PEN the same day takes the tour (only cash)
Entrance fee to Maras salt mines can be purchased for S/10 PEN (Only cash)
The entrance ticket for the Moray site can be purchased for S/70 PEN the same day takes the tour (only cash)
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You are required to bring and wear a mask
You will receive a mandatory temperature check
Pickup available at downtown hotels in Cusco. Please indicate if you are staying at a private accommodation and provide your address and phone number. You will then be provided with a meeting point close by.
Please allow an additional 10-15 minutes for your guide to find your place.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
