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Ollantaytambo, Moray and the Maras salt pools in one private day, with a guide and driver who set the pace around you.
Start at Moray, where the Incas carved giant circular terraces deep into the earth, ring below ring. The temperature shift between the top and bottom terraces is believed to have let them test crops in different microclimates in one place.
At Maras, thousands of salt pools spill down the mountainside in shades of white and ochre. Local families have harvested salt here by hand since before the Incas.
After lunch in Urubamba, finish in Ollantaytambo, one of the few towns where people still live inside Inca streets and water channels. Climb the terraces of its temple fortress for one of the best views in the Sacred Valley.
Private transport with hotel pickup in Cusco and the Maras entrance are included. Valencia Travel Cusco has operated in the Sacred Valley since 2009.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
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Itinerary
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1Moray
Start your adventure with a hotel pickup in Cusco around 8:00 AM, heading through breathtaking Andean landscapes of wheat fields, traditional villages, and snow-capped peaks. After approximately 1.5 hours, arrive at Moray, the impressive Inca agricultural laboratory. Your guide will walk you through its fascinating circular terraces, ingeniously designed to test optimal growing conditions for crops—a true testament to Inca innovation.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included -
2Maras
After exploring Moray, we’ll continue to Maras, just a short 10-minute drive away. Here, you’ll marvel at the stunning salt evaporation ponds, a tradition dating back to the Incas and possibly even earlier. Over 3,000 pools are carved into the mountainside, fed by a natural spring rich in salt. Watch as the sun works its magic, evaporating the water and leaving behind the famous pink Maras salt, still harvested communally. From above, the glistening ponds resemble a snow-covered mountainside—an unforgettable sight!
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
3Urubamba
After exploring the breathtaking salt ponds of Maras, we’ll make our way to a local restaurant, perfectly situated to enjoy the charm of the Sacred Valley. Here, you’ll have about 45 minutes to relax and savor a meal of your choice (lunch is not included). Take this time to sample traditional Andean flavors or international dishes while soaking in the tranquil surroundings and reflecting on the incredible sites you've experienced so far. This break offers a chance to recharge before continuing our journey to Ollantaytambo.
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
4Ollantaytambo
After a satisfying lunch break, we’ll continue our adventure with a 30-minute drive to the historic town of Ollantaytambo, a jewel of the Inca Empire. Here, we’ll spend approximately 1 hour exploring its remarkable archaeological site, including the impressive Temple of the Sun, where massive stones—expertly carved and polished—stand as a testament to Inca engineering. You’ll also admire Ollantaytambo’s ingenious agricultural terraces and advanced water channels, designed to harness the land’s resources while creating unique microclimates for crop experimentation. This captivating site offers a perfect blend of history, innovation, and natural beauty, making it a fitting conclusion to our Sacred Valley exploration before returning to Cusco.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Note: The Cusco Tourist Ticket is about 130 soles or around $45 USD and there is 50% discount for students with an ISIC card. You can also use this ticket on the city tours OR purchase a partial ticket which allows a one day visit of just the two sites of Pisac and Ollantaytambo. This ticket is recommended if you are not planning to visit any of Cusco's other sites
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Cancellation Policy
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- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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