Maras Moray Tour with Llama Picnic from Cusco
TRIP SUMMARY
Maras Moray Tour with Llama Picnic Overview
Discover Inca history, traditional Andean culture and scenic landscapes on our Maras Moray tour with llama picnic from Cusco. This full-day experience combines visits to Chinchero, the circular agricultural terraces of Moray and the Maras Salt Mines with a private outdoor picnic surrounded by llamas and views of the Andes.
The tour is designed for travelers who want to explore the principal attractions near Maras and Moray while enjoying something more memorable than a conventional sightseeing excursion. Transportation, hotel pick-up and professional guiding are coordinated by Kantu Peru Tours, allowing you to experience the route without organizing each service separately.
After visiting the archaeological and cultural attractions, your Maras Moray llama picnic tour concludes with a private Andean picnic prepared in a scenic mountain setting. The experience is particularly suitable for couples, families, groups of friends and travelers interested in culture, photography and outdoor experiences.
Why Choose This picnic with llamas in Maras and Moray?
This tour transforms the traditional Maras and Moray route into a more complete cultural and scenic experience. In addition to visiting the archaeological terraces of Moray and the Maras Salt Mines, you will enjoy a private picnic accompanied by llamas in an outdoor Andean setting.
The itinerary is suitable for travelers who want memorable photographs, cultural explanations and time to enjoy the landscape without undertaking a demanding trek. The short walks at the attractions make the experience accessible to couples, families and travelers of different ages.
Kantu Peru Tours coordinates the pick-up, transportation, guide and picnic arrangements from its local office in Cusco. This allows you to reserve the principal services through one team and receive assistance before and during the experience.
Itinerary
Your Maras Moray tour with llama picnic begins at approximately 8:30 a.m. with pick-up from your hotel in Cusco’s historic center. From Cusco, you will travel through scenic Andean landscapes toward Chinchero, where local artisans will explain traditional weaving techniques, natural dyeing processes and the cultural meaning of their textile designs.
The tour continues to Moray, an archaeological complex formed by circular agricultural terraces. Your guide will explain the history of the site and its possible use as an Inca agricultural experimentation center. You will then visit the Maras Salt Mines, where thousands of salt pools extend across the mountainside and local families continue producing salt using traditional methods.
After the cultural visits, you will arrive at the picnic area for a private Andean experience surrounded by mountains and agricultural landscapes. You can enjoy the selected food and beverages, relax in the outdoor setting, interact with the llamas and take memorable photographs. While the visits to Chinchero, Moray and Maras operate as a group service, the picnic is private for your reservation.
At the end of the experience, private transportation will take you back to Cusco, with arrival expected at approximately 4:00 p.m. The complete tour lasts around seven to eight hours, requires only short walks and is suitable for couples, families and travelers looking for a cultural and scenic experience without a demanding hike.
Approximate duration: 7–8 hours
Tour style: Cultural, scenic and experiential
Difficulty: Easy
Maximum altitude: Approximately 3,500 meters / 11,482 feet
Included
- Hotel pickup in the city center
- Tourist transportation
- Professional guide in Spanish and English
- Private transportation from the picnic area to Cusco
Andean Picnic
- Bottle of wine
- Andean cheese board
- Sourdough seed bread
- Dried fruits and nuts
- Beverage
- Seasonal fruits and herbal infusions
Children Policy
Children under 4 years old accompanied by two adults do not pay. Children from 4 to 12 years old pay 50% of the regular price.
Not Included
- Entrance tickets (They can be bought at the main door of the places to visit):
- Boleto Turistico: Partial (S/.70.00, only for Maras Moray and the Sacred Valley, has 2 days of validity) or General (S/.130.00, this will also be useful for the Cusco City Tour and Sacred Valley tour, it has 10 days of validity).
- Salt Mines of Maras Ticket: S/.20.00
- Services not mentioned.
- Water and snack.
- Tips.
Recommendations
- Light, layered clothing.
- Cash.
- Comfortable sneakers.
- Photographic camera.
- Sunglasses.
- Sunscreen, water and snacks.
Prices
| Group Service | Price | Click to Book |
|---|---|---|
| Price per Person – Minimun 2 people | ||
| The tour is group – Group of up to 18 people The picnic is private |
$109.00 USD | BOOK NOW |
If you would like to arrange a personalized private tour, you can contact our reservations team by clicking on the WhatsApp icon.
Frequently Asked Questions
The complete experience lasts approximately seven to eight hours. Pick-up normally begins at around 8:30 a.m., and the return to Cusco is expected at approximately 4:00 p.m.
The itinerary includes Chinchero, the archaeological terraces of Moray, the Maras Salt Mines and a scenic area where the private picnic with llamas takes place.
The visits to Chinchero, Moray and the Maras Salt Mines operate as a group service of up to 18 travelers. The picnic experience is private for the travelers included in your reservation. A completely private tour can also be requested in advance.
No. The Cusco Tourist Ticket required for Moray and Chinchero and the separate entrance ticket to the Maras Salt Mines are not included in the published tour price.
Yes. Pick-up is included for hotels located within Cusco’s historic center. Travelers staying outside the center should contact Kantu Peru Tours to arrange a suitable meeting point or request an additional transfer.
The picnic includes an Andean cheese board, sourdough seed bread, dried fruits, nuts, seasonal fruit, beverages, herbal infusions and a bottle of wine. The exact presentation may vary according to seasonal availability.
Travelers with food allergies or dietary requirements should inform the reservations team before booking. Kantu Peru Tours will confirm which alternatives can be arranged for the selected date.
The llamas are part of the private picnic experience. They do not accompany the group throughout the visits to Chinchero, Moray or the Maras Salt Mines.
Yes. The tour includes only short walks and is suitable for families. Children should remain supervised by a responsible adult, particularly around the archaeological sites and animals.
No demanding hike is required. However, travelers should be able to walk short distances on uneven paths and at elevations of up to approximately 3,500 meters.
Wear comfortable shoes and layered clothing. Temperatures and weather conditions can change during the day, so a light warm jacket and rain protection are recommended.
Yes. The tour can be added before or after a Cusco and Machu Picchu itinerary. Contact the reservations team to coordinate the most appropriate date according to your complete travel program.
Kantu Peru Tours is a local Cusco-based tour operator that coordinates the transportation, professional guiding and private picnic arrangements required for this experience. Booking with a local team gives you direct assistance before departure and support throughout the tour.
Final
Book your Maras Moray Tour with Llama Picnic and transform a classic visit to Maras and Moray into one of the most memorable experiences of your stay in Cusco.
Explore Chinchero, Moray, and the Maras salt mines with a professional guide before relaxing with a private Andean picnic surrounded by llamas and mountain views.
Book your Maras and Moray tour with a llama picnic through Kantu Peru Tours and let our local team in Cusco take care of the transportation, guide, and picnic arrangements.
Recommended tours
Day Trips From Cusco
Half Day
Cusco City Tour Half Day
Book your Cusco City Tour and visit the Cathedral, Qorikancha, Sacsayhuamán, Qenqo, Puka Pukara and Tambomachay in a half-day cultural tour.
Day Trips From Cusco
Half Day
South Valley Tour Cusco
Book your South Valley Tour Cusco and visit Tipón, Pikillaqta and Andahuaylillas in a half-day cultural tour with guide and tourist transportation.
Day Trips From Cusco
Half Day
Cusco Food Tour | Cooking Class in Cusco Peru
Book your Cusco Food Tour and enjoy a Peruvian cooking class, San Pedro Market visit, pisco sour tasting and local dishes with an expert chef.
Day Trips From Cusco
Half Day
Apukunaq Tianan Tour in Cusco
Explore Apukunaq Tianan, the Abode of the Gods in Cusco. Discover giant stone sculptures, Andean culture and stunning views on a half-day tour.
Day Trips From Cusco
Full Day
Sacred Valley Tour with Maras Moray
Book your Sacred Valley Tour with Maras Moray from Cusco and visit Chinchero, Moray, Maras Salt Mines, Ollantaytambo and Pisac with guide and buffet lunch.
Day Trips From Cusco
Full Day
Machu Picchu Day Trip from Cusco
Book your Machu Picchu Day Trip from Cusco with train, bus, entrance ticket, guide and lunch included. Easy full-day tour with local support.
Day Trips From Cusco
Half Day
Cusco ViewPoint Tour
Book your Cusco ViewPoint Tour and visit Santa Ana, San Cristóbal and White Christ viewpoints in a private half-day panoramic tour.
Day Trips From Cusco
Half Day
