Start point

from Cusco

Service

Shared Service

Type

Guided Tour

Time

12 hours

Sacred Valley of the Incas Tour + Maras Moray – Group Service

Discover the experience that the Tour to the Sacred Valley of the Incas + Maras salt mines has for you

The Sacred Valley of the Incas + Maras Moray Tour is one of the highest rated experiences in Peru, which takes you to discover the architectural beauty of the Inca Empire, submerged among the beautiful Andean landscapes, glaciers and archaeological parks.

This experience is one of the most complete, as it unites two tours in one, taking you to the towns and attractions of Pisac, Ollantaytambo, Chinchero, Maras and Moray, rich in ancient Peruvian architecture and culture, religious sites, temples and archaeological sites.

This tour is ideal to acclimatize to the altitude, especially if excursions to Machu Picchu and other places with higher altitude are in your plans.

Enjoy our photo gallery of this tour, you definitely can’t miss it!

itinerary

Route

Tour of the Sacred Valley Itinerary:

06:30 – 07:00: Pick up from lodging – Sacred Valley

To make the most of this day of adventure, we recommend you have breakfast before departure. From 6:30 to 7:00 a Guru Explorers guide passes by your accommodation to start the tour to the Sacred Valley of the Incas. The first stop is the amazing station is the Mirador de Taray, where you have the best panoramic views of the Sacred Valley, its snowy mountains and Andean crops.

Then you travel to the Ruins of Pisac, the most extensive fortress of the Incas and an archaeological center used in ancient times as a center for astronomical studies; In this town you will visit the traditional market of the town, rich in crafts.

The third stop is in the town of Ollantaytambo, known as the Living City, whose buildings and stone terraces were built on the slopes of the mountains; later you travel to the economic center of the Sacred Valley, Urubamba; where you enjoy a delicious lunch with vegan and vegetarian food options.

It is your turn to get to know the famous circular platforms of Moray, whose structure was part of a visionary experimental agricultural laboratory of the Inca Empire, where they harvested different crops on each platform, thanks to their microclimates.

The next visit will be in the Salineras de Maras, located 3,380 meters above sea level (11,080 ft) whose charm is the 3,000 salt wells dug by hand in an imposing mountain, one of the 4 places in the world of where pink salt is extracted in an artisan way, with the same ancestral technique of the Incas.

Before returning to Cusco, you discover the beauty of the town of Chinchero known for its textiles, handmade wool processing and clothing with ancestral pre-Columbian techniques.

18:30 – 19:00: Return to Cusco

At the end of this day of emotions, discovery and the magic of the Sacred Valley of the Incas, we return to the Plaza Regocijo in the center of Cusco, arriving around 6:30 – 7:00 pm.

With Guru Explorers you not only go to a place, but you also experience a guided excursion, which allows you to connect with the nature of the Peruvian Andes, discover the inventiveness, strength, tenacity and culture of the Inca Empire.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Includes

Price of the sacred valley of the Incas includes:

Departure from the lodging in the historic center of Cusco. The streets of the city are narrow, an aspect that limits vehicular access to certain places; in this case the guide will suggest a nearby point to pass looking for you and enjoy the tour.
Lunch.
Return to Plaza “Regocijo” (One block away from the Plaza de Armas in Cusco) (Historic Center of the city).
Professional guide in English and Spanish (other languages are available on private tours).
First aid and oxygen.

Not include

Price of the sacred valley of the Incas excludes:

Transfer from hotels outside the city of Cusco (for private tours, ask for extra costs to pick up from the Sacred Valley or other places).
Tips for the guide.
Beverages.
Breakfast.
Tourist ticket (can be purchased as an extra).
Entrance ticket to the salt mines of Maras (adults and students: S / 10.00)

Tourist Ticket:

The Cusco Tourist Ticket (BTC) allows entry to different attractions. It can be purchased at the entrance of each tourist destination we visit (consider that they only accept payment in cash and in local currency).

For this tour, you will need the Circuit III – Partial Tourist Ticket, which covers the attractions of Pisac, Chinchero, Moray and Ollantaytambo.
Prices:
- Partial Tourist Ticket – Foreigners S /. 70.00
- Partial Tourist Ticket – Peruvians S /. 40.00
See more information about the Tourist Ticket in this ARTICLE.

What to bring?

What to bring to the Sacred Valley of the Incas:

Comfortable and optimal footwear for walks, warm jacket, caps or hat, gloves, sunglasses, sunscreen, bottles of water, clothing or rain poncho (especially between November – April).
Passport or DNI.
Travel insurance.
Devices for audiovisual recording (cell phone, camera, camcorders)
Cash (Local currency / Soles (S/.)

Considerations

What considerations you should have when taking Sacred Valley of the Incas Tour:

You can include the tickets to the attractions – as an additional – in the process of contracting the Tour, or purchase it on your own directly at the place with payment in cash and in local currency (the prices of entrance tickets may vary without prior notice).
Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
Due to environmental, climatic or other factors, beyond our control, the itinerary of the trip may vary. If so, it will be notified promptly.
Guru Explorers value your time and strive to respect the tour schedule; however, they could vary for reasons beyond our control (weather, natural disasters, field conditions, among other demonstrable reasons). We will do our best to provide efficient options and solutions for your enjoyment.

Terms and Conditions

Cancellation Policies for the Sacred Valley Tour:

Within 3 days or less in advance, there will be no refund.
Between 4 and 7 days of notification, 70% is refunded.
More than 7 days, 90% is refunded.

Date changes:

Rates applied for change of date in group tours:
- There will be no extra charge if you notify more than 5 days in advance.
- If notified between 3 and 5 days in advance, an additional charge of 20% will apply.
- If you notify within 2 days or less in advance, it will not be possible to make the change and it will not be subject to a refund.
Subject to availability.
There will be no refund in case of delayed flights, train delays, bad weather or other external factors.

Why choose us

The experience that makes you live the beauty of this mountain of colors is inexplicable, it is really a personal encounter between you and nature.

We want to be part of that experience that you will live in the Sacred Valley tour.

If you are still wondering why choose us? We would like you to read 7 outstanding characteristics of our service:

QUALITY:

When you go to a teacher, it is because you want to answer all the questions. In a matter of travel, money, time and enjoyment, you have to choose the best options available and that is what “Guru Explorers” is all about, giving you the perfect balance for the adventure you DESERVE.

EXPERIENCE:

To become “Guru Explorers”, we are still world travelers, but experts in Cusco, Lima, and the most important destinations in Peru. We lived bad and good experiences, valuing that the main difference lies in the details, so we know what elements are essential for your trip. We are travelers and we strive to enhance your experience!

TRANSPARENCY:

We are here to provide you with the best and most accurate information and description of our tours. We are not supporters of hidden costs, that is why we provide the necessary information so you can choose the inclusions or upgrades you are looking for.

SECURITY:

You entrust us with your time, your money and your expectations and that is why we fine-tune every detail to guarantee the trip you dream of.

FLEXIBILITY:

Although we have pre-established packages; they can be adapted to your needs and to make plans that are suited to you, so that you can visit any place in Peru, with the expertise of “Guru Explorers”. We adapt trips for special occasions such as your corporate trips, honeymoon, birthday, social, cultural or sports event during your visit to Peru, offering you complete advice to achieve and exceed your expectations.

PASSION:

Before being tour guides, we are travelers, explorers, adventurers; That makes us passionate about creating the best experiences in the time you invest for yourself and those you love.

SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY:

We promote Responsible and Sustainable Tourism, not affecting the traveler, nor exploiting the communities that receive it or their environment. We create more human and respectful experiences of Heritage.

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