Overview
These OFF THE BEATEN PATH sites of Peru will be a rewarding experience that the average tourist will miss. Chinchero, one of the best textile markets in South America. Learn how the alpaca and vicuna yarn is dyed and turned into beautiful garments.
The Salt mines of Maras provides the natural beauty of the crystal like salt, where you will learn how they harvest the salt and Moray is genius Inca architecture showing how far advanced they were with the terraced platforms in a circular form, perhaps for agricultural purposes.
We will pick you up from your Cusco or Sacred Valley hotel and embark on a tour, that is little known to the average traveler, and practically enjoy these sites all to ourselves.
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- Mobile ticket
- Hotel pickup offered
What's included
Private Professional Guide
Hotel pick up and drop-off
Private transportation
Entrance fee to the Archeological Sites (Must be paid in Soles, not US$)
Meals
Gratuities
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What to expect
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Salinas de Maras
2 hours
Learn how the salt is collected and harvested from this ancient salt mine. Moray, an ancient agricultural site, showing how advanced the Inca population was and their design to grow their crops
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Iglesia Colonial de Chinchero
1 hour
One of the few churches made of adobe. you will also visit a local farmers market where you can shop for souvenirs
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Chinchero
1 hour
Chinchero, home to the best textile market in South America and learn how they dye and weave these alpaca and vicuna yarn into beautiful garments
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Times are local to the experience (America/Lima).
Additional Information
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Chinchero, Maras, Moray and Salt Mines from Cusco
Can I cancel Chinchero, Maras, Moray and Salt Mines from Cusco for free?
No. All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
How long does it take?
It takes about 8 hours.
Is pickup offered?
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What's included?
- Private Professional Guide
- Hotel pick up and drop-off
- Private transportation
What's not included?
- Entrance fee to the Archeological Sites (Must be paid in Soles, not US$)
- Meals
- Gratuities
Which places does it visit?
It visits Salinas de Maras, Iglesia Colonial de Chinchero, Chinchero.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by Amazing Andean Adventures
