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Moray and the Salt Mines of Maras: Explore High Andean Landscapes and Cusco's Wonders
4.6
27 Ratings
Cusco
Embark on an unforgettable journey through the high Andean landscapes and towns of Cusco. Discover the wonders of Morayās circular agricultural terraces and the Salt Mines of Maras.
Embark on an unforgettable journey through the high Andean landscapes and towns of Cusco. Discover the wonders of Morayās circular agricultural terraces and the Salt Mines of Maras.
Duration:
6 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Cusco - At 8 am, the tourist transport will collect guests from their hotel to begin the exciting journey through the mountains towards Maras and Moray.
- Moray - The first stop is Moray, situated in the Maras Region. Visitors will have the opportunity to learn about its significance during the Inca era and capture stunning photographs of thisā¦
- Cusco - At 8 am, the tourist transport will collect guests from their hotel to begin the exciting journey through the mountains towards Maras and Moray.
- Moray - The first stop is Moray, situated in the Maras Region. Visitors will have the opportunity to learn about its significance during the Inca era and capture stunning photographs of this remarkable site.
- Salt Maras Peru - Next, the tour proceeds to the Salt Mines of Maras, also located in the Maras Region. Here, guests can discover the historical importance of the site and take beautiful photos of this extraordinary location.
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Salinas de Maras - After a 20-minute drive in the tourist transport, the group will reach the Salt Mines of Maras, a fascinating site with over 3,000 salt deposits still utilized by the local community.
Upon concluding the Maras Moray tour, guests will return to Cusco, arriving at approximately 2:00 pm. The transportation will either take them to the city center or, for those with Private Service, back to their respective hotel.
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What's Included
- Professional Guides
- Tourist transport with a professional driver
- Professional Guides
- Tourist transport with a professional driver
What's Not Included
- Admission fees
- Admission fees
- Services not mentioned
- Bottled water
- Gratuities
- Admission fees
- Admission fees
- Services not mentioned
- Bottled water
- Gratuities
Additional Information
In this incredible tour you will pass through beautiful high Andean landscapes and towns, you will know 2 of the Cuscoās wonders, the Salineras de Maras ( the entrance ticket for this specific place is not included in our service and the cost is 10 soles por person) and the circular agricultural terraces of Moray ( ( the entrance ticket for thisā¦
In this incredible tour you will pass through beautiful high Andean landscapes and towns, you will know 2 of the Cuscoās wonders, the Salineras de Maras ( the entrance ticket for this specific place is not included in our service and the cost is 10 soles por person) and the circular agricultural terraces of Moray ( ( the entrance ticket for this specific place is not included in our service and the cost is 70 soles por person). Our exclusive service will make your trip an unforgettable experience.
- WHAT WE RECOMMENDED TO BRING
- Tourist ticket (not included in the price, you can buy it at the door of the archaeological centers), bring emergency money
- Passport or identity document (current).
- Small backpack (water bottle, snacks and more).
- Extra cash (Soles) to buy souvenirs (optional).
- Hat or cap for the sun and sunglasses.
- Sunscreen.
- Comfortable sneakers for the visit.
- Light and warm clothes.
- Waterproof jacket/rain poncho if your visit is between the months of October to March.
- Camera and extra batteries.
- Not recommended for crippled people
Location
Plaza Kusipata
a una cuadra de la plaza de armas
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.6
(27 Ratings)
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Mtb10s
Apr 4, 2026
Fabulous trip. Worth it!!! - We had an amazing experience exploring Maras and Moray, and a huge part of that was thanks to our incredible guide, Rafael. From the moment we started, they brought the history of the Sacred Valley to lifeāexplaining the fascinating engineering behind Moray and the centuries-old salt harvesting traditions at Maras in such an engaging and easy-to-understand way.
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D9573lkjulienc
Apr 4, 2026
Good ! - Really interesting comments by the guide
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Hectorca5570fl
Mar 24, 2026
Tour in Maras and Moray - The tour was quite enjoyable, the guide Rafael and the driver Jaime were very friendly, attentive and always answering doubts as they know quite well about the sites that are visited, certainly worth the tour with them...
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Ariel_s
Dec 22, 2025
Great tour for your money - Good half-day outing to incredible Peruvian sites Moray and Maras, including driver and guide. For the moneyās worth, itās a good but not a great tour: the information on sites and throughout the drive could have been better, and there were a couple of built-in tour/shopping opportunities I didnāt particularly need or want and where I would have preferred additional time at the sites Moray and Maras themselves.
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Erikaht716oo
Jul 24, 2025
Amazing tour, beautiful, the views leave you breathless - I did this tour with my mom and we both loved it! Both our guide Jenkins who picked us up at the door of the hotel and driver Eddy were very friendly, Jenkins shared a lot of history, he had a lot of patience waiting for us when we took pictures, the amazing views took my breath away, let us meet families dedicated to the creation of textiles and we could buy many souvenirs without any pressure or rush, I highly recommend it! They wonāt regret it š«¶š»āŗļø
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X2894lcnataliam
Jul 23, 2025
Maras and Moray Tour - It was an exceptional excursion, we learned a lot and we knew beautiful landscapes. Thanks to our tour guide Alejandro who made the experience even more beautiful.
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Javier
Jul 23, 2025
Very reliable Kantu Tours agency - Excellent guided tour by Alejandro de Kantu tours. Capacity (in covers) as a guide is PURE EXCELLENCE. Very friendly always as well as the agency who is always watching one. Thank you very much
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Raphaƫl
Mar 24, 2025
Great day to make us discover something other than ruins! - Great Guide. Good driver.
They were very nice.
Beautiful cultural tour to discover how wool here is treated and colored. Bonus dance show.
We had time to visit the sites and all our questions were answered.
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Inspiration561150
Jul 4, 2025
Review: Maras Moray Half-Day Tour with Michael Flores (Alpaca Expeditions) - We recently took the half-day tour to Maras and Moray with Alpaca Expeditions, guided by Michael Flores. Overall, the experience was interesting and informative. Michael did a great job explaining the historical significance of the sites, particularly the Inca agricultural terraces at Moray and the salt ponds of Maras. His knowledge of the salt harvesting process added depth to the visit, and we appreciated his effort to share cultural insights throughout the day.
After touring the salt flats, Michael brought us to a local shop that sold salt products and artisanal chocolates. It was an excellent opportunity to support local vendors and purchase some unique, locally made souvenirs.
Unfortunately, the experience was overshadowed by a disappointing visit to a textile store. Based on Michaelās recommendation, we trusted that the products sold there were authentic and made from genuine alpaca fiber. The women at the shop gave a thorough and engaging demonstration of the traditional weaving and dyeing process, which was informative and enjoyable. However, after purchasing a textile item, we later discovered it was made from synthetic fibers, not real alpaca wool as claimed.
This felt like a betrayal of trustānot just from the store, but from our guide, who brought us there under the assurance of authenticity. It seemed like a tourist trap, more concerned with profit than cultural integrity. Sadly, this took away from what was otherwise a meaningful experience.
Tip to future travelers: Enjoy the beauty and history of Maras and Moray, but be cautious when purchasing textiles, even from shops recommended by guides. Ask specific questions about fiber authenticity and verify them, if possible, before making a purchase.
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Karar802
May 10, 2025
Stop on Tour Not in Description - The below review I originally submitted a few days prior - I gave them a 3 star review. I am updating this to say that Kantu Peru Tours sent me a message today offering to refund my money if I give them a better review. So I am now giving them only 2 stars for trying to buy a better review from me.
Original review:
This trip description does not say anywhere that the first stop is Chicheros. You get like a 5-10 minute weaving lecture, then they want you to buy stuff from their store.
This was not something I was interested in, and would have rather had that extra time in Moray. We got maybe 10 minutes of free time there after the tour, and that Chincheros stop time could have been better used giving us actual time to explore Moray on our own. The time we had on our own was literally just enough time to walk to the bathroom and back to the bus.
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