Sacred Valley of the Incas with Maras and Moray

On this day, we will pick you up from your hotel between 6:35 am and 6:45 am to start our tour of the Sacred Valley of the Incas. The Sacred Valley is located at an altitude of 2,790 meters above sea level and includes Chincheros, Moray, Salineras, Urubamba, Ollantaytambo, and Pisac. Each of these locations houses archaeological remains built by different Incas. The Sacred Valley holds great historical significance as one of the main agricultural centers, recognized for its fertile lands that produce the best corn grains today.

Our first stop will be Chincheros, a place that has preserved its traditional textile and ceramic art. Here we will stay for about 40 minutes, and we will visit the colonial church, known for its outstanding paintings from the 15th and 17th centuries. Next, we will visit Moray, an agricultural research center where crop experiments were conducted at different altitudes. Afterward, we will explore the Salineras de Maras, also known as the Maras Salt Pools, which consist of over 3,000 wells of different sizes and dimensions. These wells are owned by local families who harvest the generated salt and treat it with iodine before selling it in the market. We will spend 30 minutes in Maras and Moray.

Continuing our journey, we will arrive in Urubamba, where we will enjoy a buffet lunch. After the meal, we will visit the city of Ollantaytambo, which dates back to the 15th century. Finally, we will explore Pisac, known for its archaeological site and vibrant craft market. The tour in Pisac will last 30 to 40 minutes. At the end of the tour, we will drop you off approximately 2 to 3 blocks from the main square of Cusco.