Maras - Moray Half Day 2025
Moras Moray Roundtrip
Picturesque rural path leading to the archaeological site of Moray
Inca agricultural laboratory of Moray in the Sacred Valley
Maras village with the snow-capped peaks of El Chicón and La Verónica
Traditional salt ponds of Maras, still active since Inca times
Maras - Moray Half Day 2025 Description
Map
Tour Highlights
- Maras, Moray, Salineras
Tour Style
- Tour
- Archeological
Introduction
MARAS: Located west of Cusco at 3,300 meters above sea level, from here you can see the Urubamba mountain range and the snow-capped peaks of La Verónica (5,682 m.a.s.l.) and Chikón (5,530 m.a.s.l.). Its significant occupation began when the noble Cusqueñans of the Inca Empire were stripped of their palaces in Qosqo and had to settle in smaller towns like Maras. It has a church built of adobe, typical of village religious architecture. Inside, paintings from the Cusco School are preserved.
MORAY: Located about 7 km southwest of Maras, the archaeological site of Moray is unique in the region. It consists of enormous natural depressions or holes in the terrain, used to build concentric agricultural terraces with their respective irrigation canals. It is considered a prototype of an advanced greenhouse or biological experimentation station.
SALINERAS: Also known as the "Maras Salt Mines," located northwest of the town of Maras, these are made up of about 3,000 small salt pools, each averaging around 5 m². During the dry season, they are filled or “irrigated” every three days with salty water that flows from a natural spring located above the pools. As the water evaporates, the salt gradually solidifies and is later harvested.
Maras - Moray Half Day 2025 Summary
- Hotel pick-up between 8:00 – 8:30 a.m.
- Visit to the town of Maras with panoramic views of the Andes
- Guided tour of the archaeological site of Moray
- Explore the Salt Mines of Maras
- Return to Cusco around 2:00 p.m.
Itinerary Detailed: Moras Moray Roundtrip
Day 1: Roundtrip Cusco 4 Ruins Half Day
The tour begins with hotel pick-up between 8:00 and 8:30 a.m. We will then head northwest of the city of Cusco, passing through picturesque towns and stunning landscapes. The first stop will be the town of Maras, from where you can enjoy panoramic views of the Vilcanota mountain range, including the snow-capped peaks of El Chicón and La Verónica. Next, we will visit the Moray Archaeological Complex, a fascinating site featuring enormous concentric terraces built inside a natural depression, used by the Incas for agricultural experimentation. Afterwards, we will explore the Salt Mines of Maras, composed of around 2,000 small salt ponds, each averaging about 5 m², which have been used since Inca times, continued through the colonial era, and are still operated by local families today. After the visit, we will return to the city of Cusco, arriving at approximately 2:00 p.m.
Maras - Moray Half Day 2025 Includes:
- Pickup from your hotel
- Tourist transportation service
- Bilingual guide service (English and Spanish)
- Admission tickets to tourist attractions
Not Includes:
- Meals (unless specified)
- Personal expenses
- Tips for the guide or driver
We recommend you to bring
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Sunscreen and hat
- Water bottle
- Camera for unforgettable views
- Light jacket or sweater (weather can vary)
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$26.00 USD
