Sacred Valley Tour with Maras Moray
TRIP SUMMARY
Sacred Valley Tour with Maras Moray Overview
The Sacred Valley Tour with Maras Moray is one of the most complete full-day tours from Cusco for travelers who want to visit the main attractions of the Sacred Valley of the Incas in just one day. This experience combines Chinchero, Moray, the Maras Salt Mines, Ollantaytambo and Pisac, making it an ideal option for travelers with limited time who want a well-organized cultural route.
Unlike the classic Sacred Valley tour, this itinerary also includes Maras and Moray, allowing you to discover Inca archaeological sites, traditional villages, Andean landscapes, local textile traditions and the famous salt ponds of Maras in a single day.
Why Choose This Full Day Sacred Valley Tour with Maras Moray?
This tour is ideal if you want a more complete alternative to the traditional Sacred Valley route. In one day, you will visit five important destinations connected to Inca history, Andean culture and local traditions.
You will explore Chinchero, known for its textile heritage and Inca terraces; Moray, famous for its circular agricultural terraces; the Maras Salt Mines, one of the most photogenic landscapes near Cusco; Ollantaytambo, a living Inca town with impressive terraces and stone architecture; and Pisac, one of the most important archaeological complexes in the Sacred Valley.
With Kantu Peru Tours, you travel with a local agency based in Cusco, professional guides and organized tourist transportation, making the experience easier, safer and more informative.
Itinerary
The Sacred Valley Tour with Maras Moray begins with pick-up from your hotel located in the historic center of Cusco or from a previously coordinated meeting point. From there, we will travel by tourist transportation toward the Sacred Valley of the Incas, enjoying Andean landscapes, farming areas, mountains and panoramic viewpoints along the route.
Our first visit will be Chinchero, a traditional Andean village known for its textile heritage, colonial church and Inca agricultural terraces. Here, you will learn about ancestral weaving techniques, natural dyes and the cultural importance of textiles in Andean life.
Then, we will continue to Moray, one of the most fascinating archaeological sites in the Sacred Valley. Its circular terraces are considered an impressive example of Inca agricultural engineering, as they created different microclimates that may have been used to study and adapt crops.
After Moray, we will visit the famous Maras Salt Mines, a unique landscape made up of thousands of salt ponds located on the mountainside. This site is still worked by local families using traditional methods passed down through generations, making it one of the most interesting cultural and photographic stops of the tour.
Later, we will continue to Urubamba, located in the heart of the Sacred Valley, where you will enjoy a buffet lunch with local and Peruvian flavors. This stop is perfect to rest and recharge before continuing with the afternoon visits.
After lunch, we will visit Ollantaytambo, one of the most important Inca towns in Peru. You will explore its terraces, ceremonial areas and stone constructions while learning about its strategic role during the Inca period.
Finally, we will continue to Pisac, an archaeological complex known for its terraces, viewpoints and impressive location above the valley. From here, you will enjoy beautiful views of the Sacred Valley while learning more about the agricultural, ceremonial and urban organization of the Incas.
At the end of the experience, we will return to Cusco. Arrival will be in the late afternoon or evening, depending on the pace of the group, traffic and road conditions.
Included
- Hotel pick up (city center).
- Professional guide (English).
- Tourist Transportation and Professional Driver.
- Buffet Lunch in Urubamba.
Not Included
- Entrance tickets (They can be bought at the door of the places to visit):
- Boleto Turistico: Partial (S/.70.00, only for the Sacred Valley VIP, has 2 days of validity) or General (S/.130.00, this will also be useful for the Cusco City Tour and South Valley tour, it has 10 days of validity).
- Maras Salt Mines: S/20.00
- Services not mentioned.
- Water and snacks.
- Tips.
Recommendations
- Tourist ticket (not included in the price, you can buy it at the door of the archaeological centers), bring emergency money in soles.
- Passport or identity document (current)
- Small backpack (water bottle, snacks, and more).
- Extra cash (Soles) to buy souvenirs (optional).
- Hat or cap for the sun and sunglasses.
- Sunscreen.
- Comfortable sneakers for the visit.
- Light and warm clothes.
- Waterproof jacket/rain poncho if your visit is between October and March.
- Camera and extra batteries.
Prices
| Group Service | Price | Click to Book |
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| Price per Person | ||
| Regular Service (Group of up to 18 people) |
$42.00 USD | BOOK NOW |
| Private Service | Price | Click to Book |
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| Price per Group | ||
| Group of 1-3 People | $240.00 USD | BOOK NOW |
| Group of 4-5 People | $270.00 USD | BOOK NOW |
| Group of 6-8 People | $310.00 USD | BOOK NOW |
| Group of 9-13 People | $385.00 USD | BOOK NOW |
Please inquire about availability 24 hours before the tour; otherwise, we cannot guarantee availability.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Sacred Valley Tour with Maras Moray visits Chinchero, Moray, the Maras Salt Mines, Ollantaytambo and Pisac. It is one of the most complete Sacred Valley routes from Cusco.
This tour lasts approximately 12 hours. It starts in Cusco and returns in the late afternoon or evening, depending on the pace of the group, traffic and road conditions.
The classic Sacred Valley Tour usually visits Pisac, Urubamba, Ollantaytambo and Chinchero. This tour is more complete because it also includes Moray and the Maras Salt Mines.
Yes. The tour includes a buffet lunch in Urubamba, located in the heart of the Sacred Valley.
No. Entrance tickets are not included. Travelers need the Cusco Tourist Ticket for Chinchero, Moray, Ollantaytambo and Pisac, plus a separate entrance ticket for the Maras Salt Mines.
For this tour, you can use the Partial Tourist Ticket for the Sacred Valley or the General Tourist Ticket, depending on the other tours you plan to take in Cusco.
No. The Maras Salt Mines require a separate entrance ticket and are not included in the Cusco Tourist Ticket.
No. The tour has an easy difficulty level, but it does require walking inside archaeological sites, climbing some steps and being active for several hours.
Yes. This tour is a great experience before visiting Machu Picchu because it helps you understand Inca history, architecture, agriculture and Andean culture.
Yes. If you have a train from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes, you can coordinate in advance to stay in Ollantaytambo and continue your trip to Machu Picchu.
Yes. Private service is available and is recommended for couples, families and groups who want more flexibility with schedules, pace and pickup or drop-off points.
You should bring your passport or ID, cash in soles, comfortable shoes, sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, water, snacks, a light jacket, rain poncho during rainy season and a camera.
You can book the Sacred Valley Tour with Maras Moray by contacting Kantu Peru Tours through WhatsApp. We recommend checking availability at least 24 hours before the tour to secure your spot.
Final
Discover the most complete Sacred Valley experience from Cusco with Kantu Peru Tours. Visit Chinchero, Moray, the Maras Salt Mines, Ollantaytambo and Pisac in one full-day cultural tour designed for travelers who want to see more places in less time.
Book your Sacred Valley Tour with Maras Moray today and enjoy a safe, organized and informative experience with professional guide, tourist transportation and buffet lunch in Urubamba.
