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Living Culture: Tour to Chinchero, Maras and Moray from Cusco
Immerse yourself in the living culture and ancestral engineering of the Inca Empire. This full-day tour takes you to the fascinating archaeological sites of Moray—considered an experimental agricultural laboratory— the impressive salt mines of Maras, and the colorful textile town of Chinchero, where Inca traditions endure. A unique experience to connect with Andean history and customs.
Why choose our tour to Chinchero?
Authentic Connection with Living Culture: You will not only visit ancient ruins; in Chinchero, you will witness a demonstration of ancestral textile techniques. Here you can see up close how traditions are kept alive using natural dyeing methods with plants and insects— a practice passed down from generation to generation. This direct interaction with local artisans offers deep insight into the cultural heritage that endures.
Inca Engineering and Wisdom in Moray: Our tour takes you to Moray, a unique archaeological site that functioned as an experimental agricultural laboratory. Our guides will explain how the Incas used circular terraces to create microclimates and adapt different crops to various altitudes— a clear demonstration of their advanced knowledge.
Unique Landscapes and Photography in Maras: The Maras Salt Mines offer an incomparable visual spectacle. Thousands of salt pools climb the mountainside, creating a white mosaic that is a paradise for photography. You will learn about the salt extraction process, a tradition dating back to pre-Inca times and still managed by local communities.
Comfortable, All-Inclusive Experience: Choosing our tour means relaxing and enjoying the day. We take care of all the details: pickup at your hotel in Cusco, comfortable transportation, a professional guide who will enrich your experience, a buffet lunch to recharge your energy, and entry to all sites. We offer you a complete, worry-free experience.
Start: Pickup at Your Hotel in Cusco
Personalized morning pickup from your hotel located in the historic center of Cusco.
Departure Time: Approximately 8:00 a.m.
First Stop: Chinchero On this tour we begin by visiting the picturesque town of Chinchero:
Explore its colonial church and important archaeological remains.
Visit a textile center where local communities keep Inca dyeing and weaving techniques alive.
Observe a demonstration of ancestral textile techniques.
Second Stop: Moray Exploration of the archaeological complex of Moray:
Your guide will explain the theory that this natural amphitheater with concentric terraces was used by the Incas as an agricultural laboratory.
Discover how they experimented with crops at different altitudes.
Lunch: Local Restaurant
Enjoy a buffet lunch at a local restaurant to recharge your energy.
Third Stop: Maras Salt Mines Visit to the famous Maras salt mines:
Walk along the paths to closely observe the thousands of salt pools.
Learn about the salt extraction process, a pre-Inca tradition.
End: Return to Cusco
Return transfer to Cusco, dropping you off near the Plaza de Armas.
Return Time: Approximately 6:00 p.m.
Total Duration: Full Day (approximately 10 hours).
Tourist Transportation:
Pickup and return from your hotel in Cusco.
Comfortable vehicle throughout the entire tour.
Professional Guide:
Official tour guide in Spanish/English.
Knowledgeable about the history and culture of the region.
Included Tickets:
Entrance to the Moray Archaeological Complex.
Entrance to the Maras Salt Mines.
Complementary Services:
Buffet lunch included.
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Duration: Full Day (approx. 10 hours).
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Availability: Every day.
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Tour Type: Private service.
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Difficulty Level: Easy / Moderate.
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Schedule: Departure approx. 8:00 a.m. – Return approx. 6:00 p.m.
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Transportation: Tourist bus with hotel pickup.
WHAT TO BRING TO YOUR TOUR:
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Essentials:
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Comfortable walking shoes.
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Sunscreen, hat/cap, and sunglasses.
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Jacket or sweater (weather can vary).
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Camera.
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Water bottle.
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Cash for additional purchases or tips.
Recommendations:
Tour to Chinchero, Maras, and Moray with Safe Family Travel
Safe Family Travel operates tours with all the necessary regulations to ensure a safe and enriching experience.
The Perfect Tour to Experience Inca Culture and Engineering
This tour is ideal for travelers who want to connect with the living culture in Chinchero, understand the advanced Inca agricultural engineering in Moray, and marvel at the unique landscape of the Maras Salt Mines.
Private Tour: A Social and Economical Experience
Our group private allows you to enjoy a social and economical experience, sharing the tour with other travelers, with the comfort of having everything organized for you.
Chinchero: Living Culture on Your Tour
Starting the tour in Chinchero allows you to immerse yourself in the living traditions of the Inca Empire through its textiles, a cultural heritage that remains alive.
Moray: The Inca Agricultural Laboratory
The visit to Moray is essential to understanding Inca wisdom. With entrance included, you will explore this unique agricultural experimentation center that demonstrates the empire’s advanced knowledge.
Maras Salt Mines: An Unforgettable Landscape
The Maras Salt Mines offer one of the most photogenic landscapes in the region. With entrance included, you can walk among this white mosaic and learn about its ancient salt extraction tradition.
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