Moray Maras

Visit with us the archaeological center of Moray located in the sacred valley of the Incas and the salt mines of Maras in a half day tour

Enjoy astonishing views of the Sacred Valley of the Incas and explore an ancient agricultural laboratory center and the impressive Maras Salt Mines. These heritages are the living example of the World’s admired Inca engineering and we’ll show you everything about them! Here’s what to expect: • Visit the most unique sites in the Sacred Valley of the Incas. • Explore Moray, an ancient agricultural center used to enhance crop production. • Enjoy the colonial village of Maras and its famous Salt Mines, thousands of salt ponds worked since pre-Columbian times. • Travel with a professional tour guide for a singular perspective of the significance of the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Get to know another side of Cusco’s history and experience the beautiful cultural expression of the Sacred Valley with an expert!

The tour begins in the town of Maras also known as the village of the portals, located in the province of Urubamba at 3300 meters above sea level. Located 52km from the city of Cusco It houses the most important salt mines of the Inca era, being exploited from the incanato to the present, we also find the archaeological site of Moray which is an Inca agricultural research center where the adaptation of products to different climates with a terrace system.

Two of the most important tourist centers in the city of Cusco are Maras and Moray. In these places, you can appreciate parts of our ancient culture through its different stages, including pre-Inca, Inca, colonial, and republican periods. During the tour, we will visit the Salt Mines or Salineras, which consist of approximately 2,000 small pools fed by a salty spring that flows from the mountain. We will also explore the Moray Archaeological Complex, a unique archaeological site in the region. It consists of giant natural depressions that were used by the Incas, who built agricultural terraces or platforms with irrigation channels, essentially creating a prototype of a greenhouse.

Though they may not make the list of big-hitter Incan sites in Peru, the ruins at Moray and pre-Inca salt mines of Salineras are no less fascinating than their more famous counterparts. Discover these off-the-beaten-track ruins on this day tour from Cusco, which also includes a visit to the quiet colonial town of Maras. A guided tour makes it easy to explore less-frequented locales and includes informative commentary and round-trip transportation from Cusco.

ATV in Maras and Moray is a great option adventure under wheels, where we will visit high Andean landscapes, Andean villages and archeological zones. • PLACES OF VISIT: Moray, Salineras. • AVAILABILITY: Every day. • TOUR DURATION: 08:00 – 13:00 • FREQUENCY: All year • NUMBER OF PEOPLE: from 1

Explore the fascinating archaeological gems of the Sacred Valley, where the majesty of Inca architecture is intertwined with exceptional panoramic views. Immerse yourself in ancient history as you discover the amazing engineering and design of the archaeological sites that dot this sacred valley.

You will enjoy an excellent and attractive ride through the Peruvian Andes outdoors on ATVs, with views of the mountain range; reaching places where architecture, engineering and nature come together in a single spectacular landscape.

The ATV tour to Maras, Moray and the Salineras is a unique experience that combines adventure, culture and nature in one package. Dive into an exciting journey to the base in Maras, where you will be provided with ATVs and safety equipment. The excitement begins as you head out onto the winding Andean trails, enjoying panoramic views that can only be seen in this region. In Moray, you will explore the impressive circular terraces built by the Incas, a marvel of agricultural engineering that reflects the ingenuity of an ancient civilization. Afterwards, you will marvel at the Salineras, which feature more than 4,000 salt pools, an impressive visual spectacle. Throughout the tour, expert guides will provide you with valuable information about the history and culture of each place, further enriching your experience. This combination of adrenaline, learning and natural beauty makes the tour truly unforgettable.

Houses the most important salt mines of the Inca period and we also find the archaeological site of Moray which is an agricultural research center in Inca

The passion of our team of professionals to make our clients' travel experience a personalized and unforgettable experience. The tour of the Maras-Moray salt mines includes a visit to a rescue center for endemic animals, a place where we can learn about (Llamas, alpacas, vicuñas and huanacos), and the importance of the Andean condor. We visited the Maras salt mines and the Inca MORAY agricultural experimentation center. We do our tour in small groups of no more than 10 people, which guarantees a more personalized experience. We pick up our clients at the hotel and return them to their hotel at the end. the tour.

Maras y Moray, es una experiencia para conocer dos lugares: el grupo arqueológico de Moray, lleno de hoyos naturales gigantes, sobre los cuales, los incas construyeron andenerias, terrazas y canales de irrigación. Y la Salineras de Maras, un complejo de minas de sal cuya explotación se realiza desde el período inca.

Experience a journey with plenty of culture, Andean tradition and beautiful landscapes with mountains and unique colors.

Though they may not make the list of big-hitter Incan sites in Peru, the ruins at Moray and pre-Inca salt mines of Salineras are no less fascinating than their more famous counterparts. Discover these off-the-beaten track ruins on this day tour from Cusco, which also includes a visit to the quiet colonial town of Maras. A guided tour makes it easy to explore less-frequented locales and includes informative commentary and round-trip transportation from Cusco.

Though they may not make the list of big-hitter Incan sites in Peru, the ruins at Moray and pre-Inca salt mines of Salineras are no less fascinating than their more famous counterparts. Discover these off-the-beaten track ruins on this day tour from Cusco, which also includes a visit to the quiet colonial town of Maras. A guided tour makes it easy to explore less-frequented locales and includes informative commentary and round-trip transportation from Cusco.

The tour to Maras and Moray is a tour of one of the most beautiful landscapes of Cusco. Tour the Inca circular platforms of Moray as well as the famous salt marshes of Maras, consisting of thousands of natural salt wells used since the Inca era.

Though they may not make the list of big-hitter Incan sites in Peru, the ruins at Moray and pre-Inca salt mines of Salineras are no less fascinating than their more famous counterparts. Discover these off-the-beaten-track ruins on this day tour from Cusco, which also includes a visit to the quiet colonial town of Maras. A guided tour makes it easy to explore less-frequented locales and includes informative commentary and round-trip transportation from Cusco.

Though they may not make the list of big-hitter Incan sites in Peru, the ruins at Moray and pre-Inca salt mines of Salineras are no less fascinating than their more famous counterparts. Discover these off-the-beaten track ruins on this day tour from Cusco, which also includes a visit to the quiet colonial town of Maras. A guided tour makes it easy to explore less-frequented locales and includes informative commentary and round-trip transportation from Cusco.

In this visit we will know a part of the Sacred Valley of the Incas, among them Chinchero, Maras Moray and Las Salineras, for this excursion we have guides prepared on the route and mobility with a qualified driver and the certifications for a calm and safe trip. Moray and salt mines enchant locals and strangers alike for their landscaping beauty and their houses even from the Colonial era.

You will enjoy only in half-day of this to important attractions, having in this way the opportunity to make a better distribution of the time you will spend in Cusco.