One of the tourist circuits that has been gaining importance in recent years is the excursion to the town of Maras, Moray and the Salt Mines of Maras. There are located 30 km northwest of the city of Cusco and about 3,028 meters above sea level.
In this circuit they combine; the mysterious construction of Moray, as a point of concentration of energy, a place for research and acclimatization of plants; only hypothesis is known until today. Just a few kilometers down is the salt mine known as Maras, the attractiveness of this place is that the people who work are the same people from the place and nearby, they work it in an artisanal way using filtration grounds.
This tour is highlighted by the beauty of nature that can be seen and the agricultural work of our villagers. Also on the way we can see two very large lakes: Piuray and Waypo are sweet waters around the route, we will also have archaeological centers that we will visit the culture Inca where we will know the history of the Incas.
08:30 We pick you up from Hotel
09:00 Starting to the Maras, Moray & Salineras Tour
10:20 Guided tour of Moray
10:50 Driving to Maras
11:00 Guided tour of the Maras Colinial small town
11:20 Driving to Salt Mines
11:50 Salt Mines guided tour
12:30 Return to Cusco
For the dry season (April to October): Although it's colder compared to the rest of the year, the Sacred Valley region typically remains warmer than Cusco City.
For the rainy season (November to March): The climate tends to be warmer, but there are intermittent brief showers. It's advisable to carry a waterproof jacket or rain poncho just in case. Additionally, since it may be sunny, opting for shorts instead of pants would be preferable.
