Tours/Cusco/Maras Salt Mines & Moray with Chinchero Excursion
Maras Salt Mines & Moray with Chinchero Excursion
5.0(2)Cusco7 hours
VIATOR5.0(1)TRIPADVISOR5.0(1)
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At a glance
Duration
7 hours
Price from
$100 / person
Location
Cusco, Peru
Rating
5.0 / 5 · 2 reviews
Languages
PT, EN, ES
Group
Private
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 3 days before
Hotel pickup
Available
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Peru4Fun Servicios Turísticos EIRL
Description
We'll get ready to our first visit of the day to Moray Terraces. Mostly consisting of several enormous terraced circular depressions, the largest of which is about 100 meters deep. but their depth and orientation with respect to wind and sun creates a temperature difference. This large temperature difference was possibly used by the Inca to study different climatic conditions on crops. Moray was perhaps an Inca agricultural experiment station, it also got a sophisticated irrigation system.
Continue our day visiting Maras Salt Mines. During the pre-Incas time, salt has been obtained in Maras by evaporating of salty water. The highly salty water has been flowing from this nearby stream for hundreds of years. As the salt water becomes supersaturated, salt crystals begin precipitating out of the water. The farmers then scrape the salt to the side and collect it once a sizable amount has been gathered. There are more than 3,000 salt-pools.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Start times
7 times a day, 6:00 AM–12:00 PM
Next available
Wed, Oct 14
Adult (ages 2–80)
$100
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Tour Options
PRIVATE EXCURSON
PRIVATE
Pickup included
SHARE TOUR
SHARE
Pickup included
SHARE EXCURSION
SHARE SERVICE
Pickup included
Itinerary
Centro Historico De Cusco
Pass by
As the oldest living city in the Americas, Cusco has been inhabited continuously for over 3,000 years. It was the historic capital of the Inca Empire from the 13th to 16th century until Spanish conquest, and now is a major tourist destination.
Maras Moray Tours
Admission included60 min
The platforms, built on retaining walls filled with fertile soil and irrigated by complex irrigation systems, allowed to cultivate more than 250 plant species. These platforms served as an Inca agricultural laboratory to experiment with their crops. Moray encloses history and landscape beauty.
Salinas de Maras
Admission included60 min
The Salinas de Maras in Cusco, or maras salt mines as they are also called, are salt mines whose exploitation is as old as the Tahuantinsuyo. Located on the slope of the hill, the salt pans in the form of terraces or platforms is crossed by a stream that feeds the pools with salty water.
Complejo Arqueologico Chinchero
Admission included120 min
The colours of the rainbow can also be found throughout Chinchero textiles. The 40 adult weavers and 40 children of the community weaving association are masters in the textile art.
What's included
Included
Private tour
Experience Tourism Guide
Transport by private vehicle
Not included
Food and drinks
Pickup Locations & Times
We recommend travelers to bring appropriate clothing for the tour as well as their personal documents for the trip.
We will provide an additional pick-up from your location or hotel in the city of Cusco.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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How it compares in Cusco
Starting price $100 is 25% above the typical $80 for tours of similar length in Cusco
Excurgo comparison of 4,448 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Cancellation
If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
3+ days before100% refund
0–3 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Maras Salt Mines & Moray with Chinchero Excursion take?
Maras Salt Mines & Moray with Chinchero Excursion lasts about 7 hours. The itinerary has 4 stops.
How much does Maras Salt Mines & Moray with Chinchero Excursion cost?
Prices start at $100 per person for this Cusco experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 3 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Maras Salt Mines & Moray with Chinchero Excursion run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 7 departures a day between 6:00 AM and 12:00 PM.
Can I cancel Maras Salt Mines & Moray with Chinchero Excursion for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 3 days before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. We recommend travelers to bring appropriate clothing for the tour as well as their personal documents for the trip.
We will provide an additional pick-up from your location or hotel in the city of Cusco.
What languages is Maras Salt Mines & Moray with Chinchero Excursion offered in?
The experience is available in PT, EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Maras Salt Mines & Moray with Chinchero Excursion worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 2 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Peru4Fun Servicios Turísticos EIRL.
Reviews(2)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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bsri135
July 1, 2018 · via Tripadvisor
Unforgettable visit to Sacred valley and the Rainbow mountain
We took the private tour with Richard to the Ollantaytambo, Moray, Pisac, and the Maras salt. The van was very comfortable and he is a safe driver. His English is very good and he is very knowledgeable about the history of all the sites. He took us to all the places before the crowd started coming in which was really great! He was very flexible in customizing the tour to our needs. We liked him so much that the next day we took a hike to the Rainbow mountain with him. Since, the air is very thin at that altitude, Richard carried oxygen with him for us to use whenever we needed it. We didn’t have too much time and didn’t want to hike so he arranged horse ride for us to the mountain. He got us to the base of the mountain at the right time before the crowds got there and it became too sunny.
He also takes tours to other South American countries like Bolivia and Brazil. I highly recommend Richard!!
3 people found this helpful
Operator response
Dear Costumer.
I appreciate your comment a lot and the time i take you to do the same. in fact every day we do the best of us to be able to offer you the best option and travel with us safely and guaranteed, but also enjoy your entire trip.
Thank you very much and we await your recommendations.
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Sean_G
May 30, 2018 · via Viator
We went on this tour with Richard...
<p>We went on this tour with Richard back in early December 2017. While you can certainly find cheap taxis to bring you all around, he gave us a one-of-a-kind experience, driving us through the mountains to each of the sites, pulling over at scenic points along the way to explain more of the history of the land and take great photos. He is so educated and professional, and we not only loved seeing these breathtaking sites but also learning so much about them so they would actually mean something to us. Thank you for a memorable tour!</p>
Operator response
It is very pleasant to have your comments very emotional and with much discretion.
For us it is always a pleasure to be able to perform a great service every day because we are a group of people who want to make known our culture and history.
our ratings and comments are proof of and guarantee every service provided.
then we devote ourselves to our clients and that is why it is our passion to offer you a unique travel experience.
Your comments will make us improve / or take action on our services. even more in giving you the best every day
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