Moray y Salineras de Maras

Tour details

The tour begins with a visit to the Textile Interpretation Center in Chinchero, where you'll learn about the ancient process of spinning, weaving, and dyeing natural fibers. We then head to Moray to explore its agricultural terraces, used by the Incas to experiment with different microclimates. Afterward, we'll visit the charming town of Maras, known for its colonial architecture, and conclude the tour at the impressive Maras Salt Mines, a unique landscape with more than 4,000 salt pools. The tour concludes with our return to Urubamba around 2:00 p.m.

Duration

1/2 Day

Height

2900 meters above sea level

Destination

Cusco

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Itinerary

Departure from Urubamba – Pick up at the hotel (30 min)

Pick up at 9:00 am at your hotel in Urubamba.
Enjoy a comfortable journey to your first destination, admiring panoramic views of the Sacred Valley.

Chinchero – Textile Interpretation Center (30 min)

Arrival in Chinchero, known for its rich textile tradition.
Visit the Textile Interpretation Center, where you will learn about ancient spinning, weaving, and dyeing techniques using natural fibers such as alpaca wool.
Local artisans will demonstrate the textile production process using natural plant dyes. You'll have the opportunity to appreciate their skills and purchase unique products if you wish.

Moray – The Inca Agricultural Laboratory (45 min)

Visit Moray, an impressive Inca agricultural site with circular terraces used to experiment with microclimates and improve crop production.
Your guide will explain how the Incas cultivated various species, optimizing their agricultural production.

Maras Salt Mines – Old Salt Mines (45 min – 1 hour)

Visit the Maras Salt Mines, a stunning network of more than 4,000 salt pools used since pre-Inca times.
Learn about the salt extraction process and the healing properties of the pink salt produced in the area.
Enjoy panoramic views of the salt terraces, a unique and photogenic landscape.

Return to Urubamba (30 min)

Return to Urubamba with arrival at approximately 2:00 pm, concluding this fascinating tour.