Maras, Moray and Chinchero Tour (Full day)
You can go on a great tour into the center of the Sacred Valley with our Full Day Maras, Moray, and Chinchero Tour. This trip to Maras Moray Chinchero blends vivid Andean culture, old Inca engineering, and breathtaking mountain landscape.
Discover the enigmatic round terraces of Moray, the glittering salt ponds of Maras, and the historic village of Chinchero, renowned for its rich history and handcrafted fabrics. This trip by Uros Expeditions combines comfort, culture, and local customs in one remarkable day, making it ideal for those looking for an authentic tour from Cusco to Maras Moray and Chinchero
Some of the most interesting places in the Sacred Valley aren’t ancient cities or mountain peaks, but locations that reveal how people have adapted to life in the Andes for centuries. This full day tour brings together three very different sites Moray, Maras, and Chinchero each offering its own perspective on history, innovation, and local traditions.
Along the way, you’ll travel through highland scenery, traditional farming areas, and small Andean communities. For travelers interested in culture, history, and local traditions, this route provides a rewarding look at a side of the Sacred Valley that often surprises first-time visitors.
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Why Visit Maras, Moray, and Chinchero?
We provide a full day tour of three of the most famous locations in the Sacred Valley with our Maras, Moray, and Chinchero Tour. The splendor of the Andes, historic Inca invention, and enduring customs are all combined in this Maras Moray Chinchero tour. This tour from Cusco to Maras Moray and Chinchero is ideal for those who like to experience history, culture, and local craftsmanship all in one place. With Uros Expeditions and Latin Tours Peru, you can be sure of comfort, guidance, and breathtaking landscape.
This tour is ideal for travelers who want to explore the Sacred Valley beyond its better-known archaeological sites.
What makes this route special is the variety it offers in a single day. Rather than focusing on one attraction, it brings together archaeology, living culture, local craftsmanship, and some of the most distinctive landscapes in the Cusco region.
What to Expect on the Maras, Moray and Chinchero Tour
The stunning salt mines of Maras, where thousands of salt pools create a stunning white landscape, the vibrant town of Chinchero, known for its traditional markets and weaving demonstrations, and the circular agricultural terraces of Moray, which the Incas once used for crop experimentation, are all included in this one day excursion. One of the most enlightening day trips in southern Peru, this trip through the Sacred Valley of Cusco combines cultural immersion with stunning scenery.
Tour Highlights
- Explore the mysterious circular terraces of Moray.
- Visit the famous Maras Salt Mines and learn how salt is still harvested today.
- Discover the weaving traditions of Chinchero.
- Travel through scenic landscapes in the Sacred Valley highlands.
- Learn about Inca agricultural techniques and innovation.
- Visit traditional Andean communities.
- Enjoy panoramic views of mountains and farming terraces.
A Quick Look at the Day’s Journey
Day 1: Chinchero – Moray – Maras Salt Mines
Leave Cusco in the morning and head toward Chinchero, where you’ll learn about local weaving traditions and explore its historic surroundings. Continue to Moray to visit the impressive circular terraces before traveling to the Maras Salt Mines, where thousands of salt pools cover the hillside. After exploring the area, return to Cusco in the afternoon.
Why Book with Uros Expeditions
Maras, Moray, and Chinchero may be located close to one another, but each site tells a very different story about life in the Andes. Our guides help connect those stories, explaining how agriculture, trade, craftsmanship, and community traditions have shaped the region over time. With comfortable transportation and a carefully planned route, you’ll have the opportunity to explore each location without feeling rushed.
- Visit three of the Sacred Valley’s most iconic attractions in one day.
- Learn about Inca agriculture and traditional salt production.
- Discover authentic weaving techniques still practiced today.
- Professional local guides with extensive regional knowledge.
- Comfortable transportation throughout the excursion.
- Well-organized itinerary with balanced time at each site.
- Small groups for a more personal experience.
- Reliable local operator based in Cusco.
Itinerary
Day 1: Maras, Moray, Chinchero Cusco
After a morning departure from Cusco, around 8:00 a.m., we travel north toward the village of Chinchero, where we explore its traditional textile craft—an essential part of the local identity—and visit impressive Inca archaeological remains that reflect the precision and ingenuity of ancient architecture. Midmorning, we continue to the fascinating terraces of Moray, a remarkable Inca agricultural laboratory featuring circular depressions that created varying microclimates, used to study crop adaptation. Around midday, we reach the striking Maras Salt Mines, where thousands of white salt pools are still harvested by hand through solar evaporation, as they have been since pre-Inca times. This landscape, rich in tradition and community heritage, offers both cultural insight and breathtaking views. We return to Cusco in the afternoon.
Included/Not Included
Included in the Maras, Moray and Chinchero Tour
- Round trip transportation: A tourist car that transports you to all the sites and back from your Cusco hotel, guaranteeing your comfort and safety the entire time.
- Professional bilingual guide: fluent in both Spanish and English, with extensive knowledge of the Sacred Valley’s culture, local customs, and Inca history.
- Tickets for admission: Complete access to the Maras salt mines, the ancient settlement of Chinchero, and the archaeological terraces of Moray.
- Small group service: With a smaller group size, you can get more individualized attention and a more genuine experience.
- Assistance prior to and during the tour: Travel planning and logistical support from Uros Expeditions and Latin Tours Peru.
Not Included in the Maras, Moray and Chinchero Tour
- Meals and beverages: We advise packing your own lunch or buying some on the way, lunch and bottled water are not included.
- Tips: Although not included, gratuities are given voluntarily to the driver and guide in appreciation of their excellent service.
- Personal expenses: It is up to the tourist to decide what to buy during the tour, including snacks and souvenirs.
- Not included: We advise obtaining personal travel insurance that includes coverage for outdoor activities.
Recommendations
- Small backpack with personal items
- water bottle
- sun block and rain poncho.
Maras, Moray & Chinchero Tour Prices
Visit three of the most interesting places in the Sacred Valley region on this tour to Maras, Moray, and Chinchero. Explore the circular terraces of Moray, walk among the famous salt ponds of Maras, and discover the traditions of Chinchero, a town known for its history, textile art, and Andean culture.
This shared tour is a great option for travelers who want to learn more about the Inca legacy and local traditions while enjoying a well-organized day trip from Cusco. Your guide will accompany the group throughout the journey, providing insights at every stop.
- 1 people 190 USD
- 2 people 115 USD
- 3 people 85 USD
- 4 people 70 USD
- 5 people 65 USD
- 6 people 60 USD
- 7 people 55 USD
- 8 people BEST VALUE 50 USD
Enjoy a more personal experience as you explore Maras, Moray, and Chinchero with a private guide and transportation reserved exclusively for your group. Travel comfortably, take your time at each site, and enjoy the flexibility to focus on the places that interest you most.
This option is ideal for couples, families, and small groups looking for a relaxed and personalized way to discover some of the most remarkable cultural and historical attractions near Cusco.
Travel Info
| Location | Travel Information – Maras, Moray and Chinchero Tour (Full Day) |
|---|---|
| Maras Salt Mines | The Maras Salt Mines are one of the top attractions in the Sacred Valley and an essential stop on the Maras Moray Chinchero Tour. These natural salt ponds have been used since Inca times to extract salt through water evaporation from underground streams. Today, over 800 local families manage more than 3,000 salt pools, preserving this ancient technique. Although access to the pools is limited to protect them, visitors can walk nearby and capture beautiful panoramic photos of the salt terraces. |
| Community of Medialuna | Near Maras, the community of Medialuna offers authentic cultural tourism experiences as part of the Maras Moray and Chinchero tour. Visitors can learn about traditional Andean life through weaving, chicha brewing, medicinal plant use, and local farming practices a perfect way to connect with the living culture of the Sacred Valley. |
| Moray Agricultural Terraces | Located just 7 km from Maras, Moray features impressive circular terraces that once served as an Inca agricultural research center. Each level of the terraces creates unique microclimates, allowing the Incas to experiment with different crops. Temperature variations of up to 15°C between levels demonstrate the sophisticated agricultural knowledge of the Inca civilization. Moray remains one of the most fascinating sites in any Chinchero Maras Moray Tour. |
| Chinchero | The village of Chinchero is famous for its ancient Inca ruins, colonial church, and colorful artisan market. During the Chinchero Maras Moray Tour, travelers can watch local women demonstrate traditional textile weaving techniques passed down for generations. Chinchero is often called the “birthplace of the rainbow” due to its spectacular mountain views and rich cultural heritage. |
| Location and Access | The three destinations Chinchero, Moray and Maras are located about one hour from Cusco, making this one of the most popular tours from Cusco to Chinchero, Maras and Moray. Roads are well maintained, and guided excursions provide historical insights, cultural context, and local interaction throughout the journey. |
Frecuently Asked Questions
You can travel to Maras and Moray alone or in a group, here I explain how to get there:
Excursions from Cusco
This is the best option if you have limited time and don’t want to worry about transportation. The tour includes Cusco hotel pickup and drop-off, visits to the Moray terraces and Maras salt mines, and a guided tour.
Collective:
Going to Maras and Moray without an agency is the best solution. Take a collective taxi (shared taxi) from Pavitos Street in Cusco to the road junction at the entrance to Maras (10-15 soles per person). In the same place where you get off you will find taxis that will take you to Maras and the Maras salt mines for about 50 soles (30 soles if you go to Maras alone). To return to Cusco, wait on the side of the road for another bus to pass.
Take the bus:
Take a bus from Cusco to Urubamba.
From Urubamba, take another bus to Moray.
You can also take a taxi from Urubamba (40 soles to Moray, 15 soles to Maras and Moray if shared)
Try to agree that the return trip is included in the ticket price. By private taxi:
A taxi from Cusco to Maras, Moray and Chinchero is about 100 steps per day.
A professional bilingual guide, round trip transportation from your Cusco hotel, and admission tickets to all three sites the Maras Salt Mines, the Moray agricultural terraces, and Chinchero village are all included in the Maras Moray and Chinchero tour. Traveling in a cozy tourist car in small groups will provide a more intimate experience. You can learn about traditional salt extraction, discover the Inca culture, and take in the breathtaking scenery of the Sacred Valley of the Incas during an all-day excursion.
Any age and degree of fitness can participate in the Maras Moray Chinchero excursion. Although most places are reasonably accessible, guests should feel at ease climbing a few stairs and walking short distances. The leisurely pace of the tour gives you time to relax and take in the scenery. However, those who have just arrived in Cusco are advised to spend at least one day acclimating before the excursion because the elevation ranges from 3,300 to 3,500 meters (10,800 to 11,500 ft).
One of the best rated day trips is the Maras Moray and Chinchero tour from Cusco, which blends history, nature, and vibrant culture into one itinerary. Visitors can explore the picturesque white salt ponds of Maras, observe the Incas’ engineering prowess in Moray, and experience the real Andean way of life at Chinchero. With comfort, expert advice, and local knowledge in every detail, Uros Expeditions is the perfect option for people who are pressed for time but yet want to explore the uniqueness of the Sacred Valley of Peru.
The Maras salt mines are included in the tour ticket and must be purchased (130 soles per person, 70 soles for some tickets, valid for 2 days only). You can’t pay just to enter Moray.
The Maras salt mines are not included in the entrance fee and cost 10 soles.
This journey departs Cusco and lasts for about 6 to 8 hours. The trip starts at roughly 8:00 a.m. with hotel pickup, and it concludes in the afternoon with your return to Cusco. There is plenty time at each location to explore, snap pictures, and soak in the surroundings without feeling hurried. Because of the short travel time between locations, this tour is perfect for tourists who want to see a lot of things in one day.
Yes, definitely. One of the greatest locations in the Sacred Valley to buy fine handcrafted textiles straight from regional producers is the village of Chinchero. In addition to purchasing ponchos, scarves, and bags produced from alpaca wool and natural dyes, you may observe traditional weaving demonstrations. Supporting these craftspeople directly helps local families and preserves long standing Andean customs.
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