From Cusco: Moray, Maras Salt Mines & Chinchero Weavers Tour

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From Cusco: Moray, Maras Salt Mines & Chinchero Weavers Tour
Top rated
4.7492323 out of 5 stars
4.7
4.7492323 out of 5 stars
977 reviews

Experience the Sacred Valley's hidden gems on this half-day trip to Moray and Minas de Sal from Cusco. Admire idyllic farmland and visit the charming Andean town of Chinchero and its workshop.

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Duration 6.5 hours
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Live tour guide
English, Spanish
Pickup included
Hotel pickup is available from Cusco's Centro Histórico. Please wait in the hotel lobby 10 minutes before your scheduled pick-up time
Private or small groups available

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Vance – United Kingdom

Jhon the guide was very friendly and knowledgeable. The driver was very safe and careful. Definitely recommended.

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Winston – Philippines

Our guide, Felipe, was entertaining as well as informative. We love it that he not only explained about the sites we visited, but gave us an insight into Inca ways. I commend our driver, Ruben, who skillfully maneuvered through the very difficult roads.

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Itinerary

  • Timeline stop icon

    2 pickup location options:

    Cusco, Centro Histórico

  • Car

    (1 hour)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Chinchero District

    Photo stop, Shopping, Workshop (1 hour)

  • Car

    (45 minutes)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Moray

    Photo stop, Guided tour, Walk (40 minutes)

  • Car

    (30 minutes)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Maras Salt Mines

    Photo stop, Guided tour, Walk (40 minutes)

  • Car

    (80 minutes)

  • 3 drop-off locations:

    Plaza Regocijo, Plaza Kusipata, Centro Histórico

Main stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Gaze across a network of 3,000 salt pools at the remarkable Salt Mines
  • Explore the ancient Inca agricultural terraces in Moray, situated at 11,318 feet
  • Marvel at the breathtaking views of the mountains and the Sacred Valley
  • Learn more about Inca history and culture and visit a weaving workshop
  • Enjoy the comfort and convenience of a departure pickup from your hotel

Full description

Get picked up from your hotel in Cusco and set off for Chinchero, situated at an elevation of 3,762 meters. Take a tour of a weaving workshop, where local artisans continue the Quechua tradition. See how they use natural plants to extract colors for their Andean art.

Continue to Moray, situated at an elevation of 3,450 meters (11,318 feet). Marvel at the mesmerizing terraced landscape and irrigation system. Next, visit Maras Village and see the preserved colonial architecture and thin-stoned buildings.

Proceed to the remarkable Salineras salt mines, comprising 3,000 small pools. Explore this historic site that dates back to pre-Inca times and continues to produce salt that is processed and distributed in the region.

Finally, return to the city in time to enjoy lunch on your own.

Includes

  • Pickup from your hotel
  • Bilingual tour guide
  • Transportation
  • Private tour (if option selected)
  • Entrance to the Archeological sites (19 dollars or 70 soles ) and Salt Mines (6 dollars or 20 soles)
  • Hotel drop-off
  • Tips

Important information

What to bring

  • Passport
  • Sun hat
  • Camera
  • Sunscreen
  • Comfortable shoes
  • Cash

Know before you go

  • This tour will take place rain or shine

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.7 /5

based on 977 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.8/5
  • Transportation
    4.8/5
  • Value for money
    4.8/5

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Vance – United KingdomJune 17, 2025 – Verified booking
Jhon the guide was very friendly and knowledgeable. The driver was very safe and careful. Definitely recommended.
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Winston – PhilippinesJune 16, 2025 – Verified booking
Our guide, Felipe, was entertaining as well as informative. We love it that he not only explained about the sites we visited, but gave us an insight into Inca ways. I commend our driver, Ruben, who skillfully maneuvered through the very difficult roads.
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Maxime – NetherlandsJune 16, 2025 – Verified booking
Really enjoyed the tour! Felipe had a lot of knowledge and gave us a lot of information are the different stops during the day! I would recommend this trip!

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Activity provider:Apu Ausangate Trek EIRL

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