Chinchero Weavers, Salt Mines and Moray Agricultural Laboratory
Description
Embark on an enriching journey of history and culture where our expert guides will reveal the captivating and profound spiritual beliefs of the Incas, while delving into the latest archaeological discoveries. This tour is probably the second most requested activity in our city, surpassed only by the iconic Machu Picchu excursion for admirers of culture and architecture, which reveals so many stories from our past and present. It's for everyone!
Tour Options
Itinerary
Embark on your Andean adventure, where you need to be ready around 8:20 am, followed by a scenic journey to Chinchero, a charming village nestled 40 kilometers from Cusco City.
We will stop at Chinchero, a small town famous for its spectacular mountain views and traditional textile-weaving centers
We will continue visiting the amazing Inca Terraces of Moray, unique among Inca sites in the Sacred Valley, believed to be an elaborate agricultural laboratory; each terrace has a unique microclimate with which the Incas could determine the optimal growing conditions for different crops
Then, we will head to the famous Maras Salt Mines, where locals, since pre-Incan times, have obtained salt by evaporating warm salt water from a local underground stream. Around 12:00 - 12:30 pm, we will stop for a well-deserved lunch (not included) near this beautiful area.
Around 12:00 - 12:30 pm, we will stop for a well-deserved lunch (not included) near this beautiful area. There is a nice restaurant located in the heights of the Sacred Valley of the Incas that has a beautiful view of the mountains of the Sacred Valley and where, in addition to the view while you wait for your meal or when you finish, you can share a nice experience with the Andean camelids that are raised in this place. And since its service is private, we recommend that you take advantage of this magical experience with your group by livening up your lunch.
After your Lunch, we will board our transport to Cusco, we will arrive at approximately 15:00 pm. to 15:30 pm.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
When our tour is private will pick you up from any accommodation in Cusco, Urubamba, or Ollantaytambo. We will coordinate with you the exact pick-up time, depending on the place of accommodation. Our staff will ask for you at the reception of your accommodation..
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(2)
Very interesting tour that addresses important points about the local history of Cusco. Chinchero is very interesting and offers high-quality manufactured products. Maras and Moray are also very beautiful places and full of culture. The guide was super attentive and possessed appropriate technical knowledge. Super recommend the tour and the agency!
🌄 Chinchero, Maras and Moray Tour with Minka’s Travel – 100% Recommended 🌿 I had a wonderful experience on the tour to Chinchero, Maras and Moray with Minka’s Travel agency. From the start, everything was very well organized, the transport comfortable and punctual, and the places we visited were simply impressive. I want to highlight the work of Irwin, who was super professional, friendly and patient. He gave us clear and very interesting explanations at every point of the tour, took the time to answer our questions and was always watching that we were all okay. His close treatment and passion for culture made the tour much more enriching. An experience I would certainly repeat. Thank you, Minka’s Travel and Irwin, for making this trip so special! 🙌✨
