Maras Salt Mines, Moray & Chinchero Textiles
Overview
If your interest is sparked by Inca history then don’t miss out on this half-day tour of Maras Salt Mines and Moray from Cusco, ideal for history buffs. Take a guided tour of Moray archaeological site, famed for its multi-terraced agricultural circles, to learn about ancient Incan agricultural practices. Then, marvel at the Maras Salt Mines, a collection of 3,000 salt pools harvested cooperatively by farmers. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.
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What's Included
✓ Included
- Private transportation
- Professional guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels)
✗ Not Included
- Salt Mines Ticket 15 soles per person
- Cusco Tourist ticket 70 soles per person
- Lunch
Itinerary
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Stop 1
The Inka site of Moray is the first place we visit in this exclusive tour. According to researchers, the circular terraces in Moray served as a center for agricultural experimentation, as each level offered different climactic conditions and allowed for different plants to be cultivated experimentally.
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Stop 2
The stunning landscape of Salineras de Maras features salt pans that are still used exactly as they were at the time of the Incas. As you make your way through the region, you’ll see people doing the backbreaking work of harvesting salt on small family plots. The reward? The salt gathered here is some of the best in the world.
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Stop 3
Puka Textile Museum is an entertaining and culturally-rich stop. This popular artisan outpost is a great place to experience alpacas and Andean culture. Visitors can marvel with the colorful textiles they spin using alpacas fiber and natural dies
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Good to Know
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Special Instructions
• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.