Private tour Maras Moray and salt mines from Ollantaytambo
ID: GYG474433-847636
Category:
Country: Peru
Duration:
1 days
Description
In this tour to Maras Moray and Salineras from Ollantaytambo, we will visit 2 places: The terraces of Moray and the natural salt ponds in Maras. Also the Chinchero textile interpretation center.
Day 1
Maras Moray and Salineras from Ollantaytambo
Our tour starts with the pick up from the hotel or train station in Ollantaytambo at the agreed time from 8:00 am to 9:00 am.
After the respective pick up, we continue along the route of the Sacred Valley until our first stop at the archaeological site of Moray where we will have a guided tour, on the way we can observe its beautiful landscapes appreciating the flora and fauna of each site surrounded by mountains and snow-capped particular to this attraction.
Within the archaeological site of Moray we will visit the agricultural terraces, they are a group of circular terraces that have an approximate depth of 150 cm, according to some chroniclers and historians Moray was an Inca agricultural laboratory, as they have their irrigation canals and each level is a micro climate.
Then we will go to the salt mines of Maras where we will be able to appreciate the salt ponds. We will also have a guided visit and we will be able to buy products made of salt. This place has 2000 salt wells, currently the salt wells are exploited by local families.
Finally we will go to the town of Chinchero where we will visit the Chinchero textile interpretation center, where we will have the opportunity to learn and experience the technique of transforming wool and cotton into threads, which are dyed by different natural pigments.
After this tour we will return to Cusco or return to Ollantaytambo.
Highlights
- Enjoy the incredible views of the Sacred Valley.
- Explore the natural attractions and take pictures
- Learn about the elaboration of handicrafts in Chinchero.
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
You may bring snacks or nuts for the tour.
El recojo se realiza en el lobby del hotel, esperar 10 minutos antes del recojo.
EL guía le llamara o escribirá 15 minutos antes del recojo.
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
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.
