Cusco Day Tour: Maras, Moray and Chinchero (full day)


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Day Tours
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Cusco Day Tour: Maras, Moray and Chinchero (full day)
1 days
Day Tours
Unknown
Easy
English
Experience Overview
This day tour takes you to visit the archaeological site of Moray, the Maras Salt Mines and the town of Chinchero. With so much to see and do today, lace up those hiking shoes and don't forget your camera, as you prepare to make your way through some of Peru's most sought after sites.
This day tour takes you to visit the archaeological site of Moray, the Maras Salt Mines and the town of Chinchero. With so much to see and do today, lace up those hiking shoes and don't forget your camera, as you prepare to make your way through some of Peru's most sought after sites.
Highlights
- Enjoy a full day excursion to visit the archaeological complex of Moray
- Explore the Maras Salt Mines
- And discover the charm of Chinchero
- A quaint town of weavers and architectonic Inca remains.
Trip Details
1 days
Private van
Day Tours
English
Cusco, Peru
Cusco, Peru
Unknown
Classic
Easy
Itinerary
Day 1: Cusco
Meeting Point: Hotel Prisma lobby, between 08:00 to 08:30 AM.
Finish Point: Your hotel in the Historic Centre, at approximately 02:00 PM.
Itinerary:
Take part in this three-stop day tour from Cusco. Your guide will be a fountain of knowledge on the tour's sites; the archaeological site of Moray, the Maras Salt Mines and the town of Chinchero.
Drive from Cusco to the archaeological complex of Moray also known as the Inca greenhouse. This tour will take you through the magnificent series of circles or Inca terraces that were believed to be used by the Incas to experiment on their crops and to research growing conditions for different types of crops. Spend around half an hour listening to your guide and wandering around to explore this incredible Inca ruin. Continue with the tour to visit the Maras Salt Mines that were created by the evaporation of saltwater (provided by a nearby subterranean undercurrent) in the sun. The mines are made up of more than 3,000 natural salt pools in the hillside and are quite spectacular to see in person.
Next up is a tour of Chinchero, a beautiful town of weavers and home to a cultural centre that helps keep the textile traditions of Peru alive. Chinchero is a typical high-altitude Andean village and is known to be the mythical birthplace of the rainbow. This town also has some of the best architectonic Inca remains left in Peru. After you've explored the town in depth return to Cusco where you can say thank you to your wonderful guide and the tour will end.
Note that this Day Tour is operated by one of G Adventures' preferred suppliers and will be a shared service with other non-G Adventures travellers.
Packing essentials: Water bottle, Rain jacket, Sunblock, Sunglasses, Camera, cash to buy souvenirs.
Cusco tourist ticket (required for entrance to Moray and Chinchero) is not included.
Entrance ticket to Salt Mines (not included) is 10 soles.
- Flights to and from origin and destinations
- Airport transfers (arrival and departure)
- Anything else not explicitly listed in tour inclusions
- Recommended gratuities/tipping
- Optional activities/tours
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Visas, meals and beverages not stated in the list of inclusions.
When meals are not included, your tour leader (where available) will be happy to help with restaurant recommendations, bookings, and directions. Please let us know if you have any dietary needs or preferences. We willdo our best to accommodate these, though we cannot guarantee that every request can be met.
You are responsible for your personal belongings throughout the tour. You will need to carry your own bags between the vehicle and your hotel room. Drivers will assist with loading and unloading luggage from the vehicle.
Travellers requiring wheelchair access should contact our sales and service team, who can make enquiries on your behalf.
This tour requires an Average level of fitness. Activities are paced gently and include leisure time. You may be expected to join guided walks of up to one hour, navigate short stairways and mild inclines, and manage your own luggage. You should also be able to board and exit all transport without assistance.
Travellers are expected to be self-sufficient and capable of handling all aspects of their journey. Please discuss your circumstances and support needs with your booking agent to confirm this trip is suitable.
If you are unsure, we recommend consulting your doctor before booking or travelling. (Note: I assume each tour has a different description depending on level of fitness required).
If a planned site visit is unavailable due to changes in operating hours or holiday closures, the itinerary may be altered, or a comparable activity will be substituted where possible and subject to availability.
Visa conditions can change. Once you receive your travel documents, check with the relevant embassy, consulate, or immigration office of your destination for the latest information.
- It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct and valid travel documents and to comply with all entry requirements.
- Non-Australian citizens must also confirm visa and identification requirements with the appropriate consulate or visa agency.
- Certain occupations (for example, journalists, government officials, or those working in charities) may face additional restrictions when applying for visas, which could affect the type of application required.
Duration: 1 days
Trip Type: Day Tours
Activity Level: Easy
This day tour takes you to visit the archaeological site of Moray, the Maras Salt Mines and the town of Chinchero. With so much to see and do today, lace up those hiking shoes and don't forget your camera, as you prepare to make your way through some of Peru's most sought after sites.
Price based on per person in Double Room for departure 18 Sep 2025
Tour Operator

G Adventures, founded in 1990 by Bruce Poon Tip, is a global adventure travel company specializing in small-group tours that emphasize authentic, sustainable, and culturally immersive experiences. Originally launched as GAP Adventures (“Great Adventure People”), the company pioneered the concept of community-driven travel by offering affordable trips that connect travelers with local communities while minimizing environmental impact. Today, G Adventures operates in more than 100 countries, offering a wide range of itineraries across themes such as active adventures, wildlife, wellness, family, and National Geographic–partnered tours, while maintaining a strong commitment to responsible tourism and social enterprise through its Planeterra Foundation.
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