Excursion to Moray & salt mines with textile visit in Chinchero.
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At a glance
- Duration
- 6 hours
- Price from
- $15 / person
- Location
- Cusco, Peru
- Languages
- EN, ES
- Group
- Small group, up to 15
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Amaru Explorer Peru
Description
Houses the most important salt mines of the Inca period and we also find the archaeological site of Moray is famous for its impressive circular terraces, which functioned as an Inca agricultural laboratory. The Maras Salt Mines consist of more than 3,000 pools used for salt extraction since pre-Inca times. Their uniqueness is due to: Natural saltwater source: An underground spring with a high saline content feeds the pools.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 8:00 AM
- Next available
- Sun, Oct 25
- Adult (ages 1–68)
- $15
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 24.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Cusco
start point
Maras Moray Tours
MORAY. • It is located 7 km. from Maras, two hours from the city of Cusco along the Chinchero route is one of the most spectacular visits where there are circular platforms of different sizes. They are terraces of agricultural experimentation and places of concentration of feminine energy, for which it is considered as a magnetic center of the Pachamama.
Salinas de Maras
SALAS DE MARAS. • Located northwest of the town of Maras Known by some as "salt mines" they are made up of about 3,000 small wells. Salt has been obtained since pre-Hispanic times through a system for drying the salty water in the sun that occurred from an underground stream. Once the water has evaporated, the salt is ready for sale. • We will return to Cusco (02:00 PM)
Cusco
finish point
What's included
Included
tour guide
Air-conditioned vehicle
pick up ffrom your hotel (city center)
transport
Not included
meals
Entrance
Pickup Locations & Times
Hotel pick-ups are only possible if they are within the historic center.
How it compares in Cusco
- Starting price $15 is 75% below the typical $60 for tours of similar length in Cusco
Excurgo comparison of 4,478 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does this tour take?
Excursion to Moray & salt mines with textile visit in Chinchero. lasts about 6 hours. The itinerary has 4 stops.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $15 per person for this Cusco experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does this tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 8:00 AM.
Can I cancel this tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Hotel pick-ups are only possible if they are within the historic center. Pickup points include Hotel Inka Lam - Cusco, Andenes By Mountain Lodges Of Peru.
What languages is this tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 15 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
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