Moray & the Maras Salt Mines Day Trip
Description
We'll pick you up at your hotel at the designated time before heading to the Sacred Valley of the Incas, where some of Peru's most breathtaking natural enclaves await us.
We'll begin our day trip at the picturesque village of Maras, a small town that has retained its colonial style and is surrounded by breathtaking scenery. From here, we'll go to the archaeological site of Moray, located at 3500 meters (11,500 feet) above sea level, widely believed to have been used as an experimental farm by the Incas over 500 years ago! Here, we'll see the fascinating amphitheater of circular terraces - considered a place of concentration of feminine energy!
We'll go up to a viewpoint to see the salt mines of Maras, which date back to the Inca period and form an essential part of the storied history of the Sacred Valley. This mine comprises more than 3 thousand salt ponds of various sizes belonging to local families. This salt is treated with iodine during the dry season and sold commercially.
We'll then return to the meeting point and conclude our day trip.
Pickup
Please note that we only do pickups from the Plaza de Armas in Cusco or hotels in the historic center of Urubamba, Ollantaytambo, or Yucay. If you're staying in other more remote areas, we'll get in touch with you before the tour to establish an alternative meeting point.
End of the tour
During the booking process, you'll be able to choose where you wish to be dropped off at the end of the tour:
- Your hotel in the Sacred Valley (Urubamba, Ollantaytambo, or Yucay)
- In the historic center of Cusco: next to the Plaza de Armas, between Heladeros Street and Regocijo Square.
More Information
Duration
5 - 6h.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English and Spanish.
Included
Hotel pickup and drop off
Minibus transport
English–speaking guide
Not included
Admission to Moray: S/ 70 (US$ 18.50) per person
Admission to the salt mines: S/ 10 (US$ 2.60) per person
When to book?
You can book up until 18 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
- Promotes local employment.
- Has a gender equality policy.
Provider
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Tayra Tours Adventures
Corporate name: Tayra Tours Adventures SAC
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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