From the Sacred Valley: Salt Mines & Moray - Private tour
Description
As a company based in the Sacred Valley, we are true specialists in the region, enabling us to provide a more personalized, authentic service at competitive prices. We will guide you to unique destinations such as Chinchero, Moray, and the Maras Salt Mines, offering an in-depth experience led by passionate local guides. This allows you to connect with the true essence of the Sacred Valley, all while enjoying exceptional service at a great value.
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Itinerary
At the Textile Interpretation Center, you will immerse yourself in the fascinating world of traditional craftsmanship, learning about the ancient techniques of spinning, weaving, and dyeing natural fibers, such as the luxurious alpaca wool. Skilled local artisans will demonstrate the intricate process of textile production, using natural plant-based dyes passed down through generations. You will have the opportunity to appreciate their expertise up close and, if you wish, purchase one-of-a-kind textile products that showcase the region’s rich cultural heritage.
An impressive Inca agricultural site where circular terraces were used to experiment with microclimates and enhance crop production. The tour guide will explain how the Incas cultivated various species on these terraces, optimizing their agricultural output by creating controlled conditions that favored crop growth.
During your visit to the Maras Salt Mines, you will explore a stunning network of over 4,000 salt ponds that have been in use since pre-Inca times. You will learn about the artisanal salt extraction process and how to identify the three different qualities of salt produced in the area. Additionally, you will discover the healing properties of the pink salt and enjoy panoramic views of the salt terraces, a unique and photogenic landscape you won't want to miss.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
The pickup location will be arranged at the time of tour booking.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Reviews(29)
Wonderful guide Mihai, and driver Juan! They took great care of us as we visited Chinchero, Moray, and the Salt Mine of Maras. Mihai was well-informed, very helpful with providing answers to just about any question, and was both very kind and friendly. Juan navigated the windy narrow dirt roads expertly and kept us comfortable in a clean well-kept car with AC.
Thank you so much for this review! We’re really glad Mihai could answer all your questions and make Chinchero, Moray, and the Salt Mines of Maras such a friendly, interesting day for you. And we appreciate you noticing Juan’s careful driving on those winding roads and keeping the car cool and clean. Your words mean a lot to our whole team. Hope we see you again in Cusco!
This tour was honestly one of the best tours I’ve been on. The guide Mihai was very educated about all the history and science behind the attractions, and he explained it patiently and with deep passion. The driver Juan was also professional and a safe driver. Overall, I would definitely recommend this tour to anyone who is interested in learning about the salt mine of Maras, moray, and Chinchero.
Thank you so much for your review! We’re truly happy to hear Mihai shared his passion for the history and science at Maras, Moray, and Chinchero, and that Juan made you feel safe on the road. Reviews like yours motivate us to keep giving our best every day. We hope you come back soon so we can keep exploring Peru together!
Very knowledgeable and accommodating to myself and my dad who had injuries and needed a slower pace
Thank you for your kind words. We’re so glad our guide could adjust the pace and make the tour comfortable and enjoyable for both you and your dad. Accessibility and care are always a priority for us. We’d love to welcome you back on another Salt mines and Moray adventure!
Great tour with Mihai to sites in the Sacred Valley from our hotel in Urubamba. MIhai was very informative and engaging with us the entire trip.
Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re really glad Mihai made your Sacred Valley tour from Urubamba memorable. The whole team appreciates you choosing us. We’d love to welcome you back to Peru!
This was our first tour in Peru! I loved that the tour started in Scared Valley, lower altitude from Cusco. Our guide Mihai, spoke very good English and was super knowledgeable about everything Peru and Inca. From the textile tour to salt mine, we enjoyed every stop on the tour!
What an honor to be your first tour in Peru! 💛 Starting in the Sacred Valley really does help with the altitude, right? Mihai is going to be so happy to hear you loved every stop — from the textiles to the salt mines. Thanks for trusting us with day one. Hope the rest of your trip was amazing!
Mihai and Rodrigo were amazing. We had an amazing time and they were patient with my young boys. Very informative and highly recommend!
This makes our day! 💛 Mihai and Rodrigo are going to love hearing this — they’re total pros with kids. Traveling with little ones can be a handful, so we’re really glad they made it easy and fun for you all. Thanks for the shoutout and for trusting us with your family!
The tour was excellent, the drive was comfy, the guide is knowledgeable, and personalized to your pace, communicative, and the food he took us to was great. Recommend to anyone who wants a more private and relaxed experience!
We’re so glad you loved the tour! 💛 That’s exactly what we aim for — comfy rides, no rushing, and guides who actually listen and tailor the day to you. We’ll pass your kind words on to your guide, especially the part about the food stop. Thanks for recommending us to anyone wanting that private, relaxed vibe!
Amazing experience. Very friendly, knowledgeable tour guide with very good English. My teen found it a little boring
Thanks for the honest review! 💛 We’re really glad you had an amazing experience and clicked with your guide — we’ll let them know you appreciated their English and knowledge. And totally fair about your teen. We know history tours aren’t always a hit with every age, so we’re working on more interactive stops to keep the teens engaged too. Appreciate you telling us so we can keep improving!
Amazing experience! Our guide was so friendly and knowledgeable!
That’s amazing to hear! 💛 We’ll make sure your guide gets this — they’ll be thrilled you thought they were friendly and knowledgeable. Thanks so much for spending the day with us!
We had an exceptional experience touring the Sacred Valley Salt Mines and Moray with Mihai. He is incredibly smart, knowledgeable, and informative—sharing history, culture, and fascinating details in a way that was engaging and easy to understand. You could truly feel his passion for Peru and its heritage throughout the day. Pickup was seamless from Mountain View Experience, and Mihai even went out of his way to offer help arranging transportation for Machu Picchu, which we really appreciated. A special shoutout to Juan, our driver, who was excellent—safe, attentive, and made the journey comfortable and smooth the entire time. This tour exceeded our expectations and felt both well-organized and personal. Highly recommend Mihai and his team if you want a memorable, stress-free, and enriching Sacred Valley experience.
Thank you so much for this thoughtful review! We’re thrilled you had an exceptional day at the Sacred Valley Salt Mines and Moray with Mihai. I’ll pass along your praise for his knowledge, engaging storytelling, and clear passion for Peru’s heritage. We’ll also share your thanks with Juan for making the journey safe, attentive, and comfortable. We really appreciate you mentioning the seamless pickup from Mountain View Experience and Mihai’s help with Machu Picchu transport — that’s exactly the kind of personal, stress-free experience we aim for. Your recommendation means the world to us. We hope to welcome you back to the Sacred Valley with Mihai and the team again soon! — Highlanding Travel
