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Maras Moray Machu Picchu Tour 2 days
Visit Peru’s most spectacular and unique Inca archaeological sites, starting in Chinchero, Moray, Maras, Salineras, and Ollantaytambo, and finally arriving at Machu Picchu in the early hours to see the sunrise.
Tour Overview
Cusco visitors shouldn’t miss the Chinchero, Maras, Moray, Salineras, Ollantaytambo, and Machu Picchu Tour. On the first day, you will explore Chinchero and its handicraft market, the circular terraces of Moray, the town of Maras, the Salineras salt pans, and Ollantaytambo. The second day is dedicated to touring Machu Picchu before boarding the panoramic train and bus back to Cusco.
Highlights
- Book with Confidence and Flexibility
- Explore Chinchero, Moray, Salineras, and Ollantaytambo.
- Beat the crowds to Machu Picchu.
- Watch the sunrise at Machu Picchu.
- Board the panoramic trains to return (Vistadome or 360).
Full Itinerary – Maras, Moray & Machu Picchu
Day 1: Cusco – Chinchero – Moray – Salineras – Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes
At 8:00 am, we will pick you up from your hotel in Cusco and transport you to Chinchero to see the archaeological site, the magnificent colonial church, and the handicraft market, where you will find an incredible selection of woven fabrics made by indigenous weavers.
Next, you will take a one-hour journey to Moray, where you will see the circular agricultural terraces. You will then visit the picturesque town of Maras and the Salineras of Maras, where salt has been extracted since Inca times.
Lunch is served buffet-style in a local restaurant in Urubamba, using local ingredients. After lunch, you will take a 1-hour journey to Ollantaytambo to explore the archaeological site and the living Inca town.
In the evening, you will have dinner at a local restaurant, travel to Aguas Calientes by train, and spend the night in a 3-star hotel.
- Transportation included.
- Entry fees included.
- Professional tour guide.
- Buffet lunch in Urubamba.
- Dinner in a local restaurant in Ollantaytambo.
- 3-star hotel in Aguas Calientes.
Day 2: Explore Machu Picchu – Return to Cusco
You will begin the day with an early breakfast at the hotel and then board one of the first buses to Machu Picchu. Once inside the citadel, you will start a guided tour of the most important areas (temples, palaces, terraces, plazas). The guided tour lasts around 3 hours, after which you will have free time to explore the site on your own.
After exploring Machu Picchu, you will take the bus down to Aguas Calientes, have lunch (not included), and then board the panoramic train and bus back to Cusco. You will arrive at your hotel at about 7:30 pm.
- Transportation included.
- Entry fees included.
- Professional tour guide.
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Other meals not included.
- Panoramic train to return (Vistadome or 360).
What’s Included
- Door-to-door service (we start and finish at your hotel).
- All transportation during the tour.
- Entrance tickets to all the places we visit.
- Buffet lunch in Urubamba.
- Dinner in Ollantaytambo.
- 1 night in a 3-star hotel in Aguas Calientes (Susanna Inn or similar).
- Bus up and down to Machu Picchu.
- Professional tour guide.
- Train to Aguas Calientes.
- Panoramic train back to Cusco.
Places We Visit
Chinchero (Land of Great Weavers)
Only 45 minutes from Cusco, Chinchero is famous for its local market, historic church, and agricultural terraces. Most inhabitants are Quechua descendants dedicated to agriculture and weaving. Chinchero produces some of the finest textiles in the region, using Andean designs, natural dyes, and ancient weaving techniques.
Moray (Greenhouses)
This breathtaking site, situated at about 3,500 meters (11,500 ft), is made up of several gigantic circular terraces resembling Roman amphitheaters, each with its own irrigation system. Although their exact function is uncertain, it is believed that Moray served as an agricultural laboratory, allowing the Incas to experiment with and adapt crops to different microclimates thanks to the temperature variation between terraces.
Salt Mines (Salineras)
On a steep mountain slope, the Salineras have been worked since pre-Inca times. The inhabitants of Maras gather salt from nearly 3,000 ponds using the same techniques as their ancestors. It takes about a month to fill the ponds daily with salty water and allow it to evaporate until the salt reaches about 10 cm in thickness, when it is harvested and distributed to local markets.
Ollantaytambo (Last Living Inca Citadel)
Ollantaytambo is located 94 km from Cusco, surrounded by towering mountains, narrow cobblestone streets, and impressive Inca ruins. It is the only citadel that has been continuously inhabited since Inca times (14th century), which is why it is known as the “last living Inca city.” During the Spanish conquest, it served as a stronghold in the
Battle of Ollantaytambo.
What to Take on the Maras, Moray & Machu Picchu Tour
- Original passport (required to enter Machu Picchu).
- Two-day outfits in a small bag or backpack.
- Personal items and toiletries.
- Rain gear (poncho or lightweight jacket).
- Sun protection (sunscreen, hat, long sleeves).
- Extra cash for souvenirs, gratuities, and meals.
- Personal medications.
Covid-19 Measures
- Face masks may be required for travelers and staff in public areas according to local regulations.
- Printed maps and coupons are avoided; information is provided digitally where possible.
- 100% online payments with no booking costs.
- Flexible reservations during the COVID-19 outbreak.
Price, Deposit & Student Discount
Price
Price per person: 498 USD
Booking & Payment
To book the Maras, Moray & Machu Picchu Tour, you need to make an initial payment of 200 USD per person. The remaining balance can be paid online, in installments, or in Cusco with any credit card, with no booking fees.
Student Discount
Student Discount: Under-17 travelers receive a $35 discount. Travelers 25 and under may receive a $35 discount with a valid student ID. Please email us in advance so we can verify and apply the discount.
