TRUSTED SITE
This 2-day, 1-night adventure combines the magic of Maras salt terraces and Moray agricultural circles with the grandeur of Machu Picchu. Begin your journey exploring Chinchero's archaeological complex and colorful market, then discover the impressive circular terraces of Moray an ancient Inca agricultural laboratory. Visit the stunning Salineras de Maras, where salt has been harvested since pre-Inca times, before continuing to Ollantaytambo and boarding the scenic train to Aguas Calientes. On day two, experience the wonder of Machu Picchu at sunrise, exploring this UNESCO World Heritage Site with an expert guide before returning to Cusco with memories that will last a lifetime.
Chinchero is the highest point at 3,762m. The overnight in Aguas Calientes helps with acclimatization before Machu Picchu.
Maras Moray & Machu Picchu Adventure
Your journey begins with hotel pickup in Cusco between 6:00 a.m. and 6:30 a.m., heading to the Sacred Valley, a region of breathtaking landscapes and communities that preserve their ancestral traditions.
Next, you will visit Moray, renowned for its circular terraces used by the Incas for agricultural experiments, and then the Maras Salt Mines, where salt has been extracted on terraced slopes since pre-Inca times. The tour continues to Urubamba for a buffet lunch, surrounded by stunning mountains and rivers of the Andes.
In the afternoon, explore the archaeological site of Ollantaytambo, highlighting Inca urban planning and engineering. Afterwards, transfer to the train station and travel to Aguas Calientes. Upon arrival, check-in at your hotel and enjoy dinner at a local restaurant, concluding a day full of history and Andean scenery.
The second day begins with breakfast at the hotel, followed by the bus ride to Machu Picchu to arrive before the crowds and fully enjoy the experience. Participate in a guided tour of approximately 2 hours covering the most important sectors of the archaeological site, including temples and plazas.
You will have free time to explore and take photographs, with the optional opportunity to hike Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain if booked in advance. After descending by bus to Aguas Calientes, enjoy free time for lunch before taking the train back to Ollantaytambo. Finally, transfer by private vehicle to your hotel in Cusco, arriving in the afternoon and concluding this unforgettable journey.
Early morning pickup from your hotel in Cusco between 6:00 AM and 6:30 AM. Begin your journey through the Sacred Valley.
Visit the impressive circular terraces of Moray, an ancient Inca agricultural laboratory used for crop experimentation at different altitudes.
Discover the stunning Salineras de Maras, where salt has been harvested on terraced slopes since pre-Inca times. A breathtaking landscape of thousands of salt pools.
Enjoy a delicious buffet lunch at a local restaurant in Urubamba, surrounded by the stunning mountains and rivers of the Andes.
Explore the impressive archaeological site of Ollantaytambo, highlighting Inca urban planning and engineering with its massive stone terraces.
Board the scenic train from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes, enjoying views of the Urubamba River and cloud forest.
Arrive in Aguas Calientes, check into your hotel, and enjoy dinner at a local restaurant. Rest for tomorrow's adventure to Machu Picchu.
Early breakfast at your hotel, then take the bus up to Machu Picchu to arrive before the crowds and fully enjoy the experience.
Participate in a guided tour of approximately 2 hours covering the most important sectors of the archaeological site, including temples and plazas.
Time on your own to explore, take photographs, and soak in the atmosphere. Optional: hike Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain (if booked in advance).
Bus down to Aguas Calientes. Enjoy free time for lunch at your leisure before the return trip.
Board the afternoon train back to Ollantaytambo. Relax and enjoy the scenic journey through the Sacred Valley.
Private transfer from Ollantaytambo station to your hotel in Cusco, arriving in the afternoon. End of an unforgettable 2-day adventure.
This 2-day tour combines the unique Maras Salt Mines and Moray agricultural terraces with Machu Picchu. You'll experience Chinchero's traditional market, the impressive circular terraces of Moray, and the stunning white salt pools of Maras all before reaching the Lost City.
The tour begins with hotel pickup in Cusco between 6:00 AM and 6:30 AM on Day 1. Early departure allows us to visit Chinchero, Moray, and Maras before lunch, then continue to Ollantaytambo for the train to Aguas Calientes.
The tour includes one night in a 3-star hotel in Aguas Calientes with breakfast. Hotels are clean, comfortable, and centrally located. Upgrades to higher category hotels are available upon request at additional cost.
Day 1 includes buffet lunch in Urubamba and dinner in Aguas Calientes. Day 2 includes breakfast at your hotel. Lunch on Day 2 is not included but you'll have free time in Aguas Calientes to enjoy lunch at your leisure before the return train.
The Maras Salt Mines visit is easy to moderate. You'll walk on paths between the salt pools with some uneven terrain. The views are spectacular and the walk is leisurely. Good walking shoes are recommended. The site is at 3,380m altitude.
Chinchero is the highest point at 3,762m. We recommend arriving in Cusco 1-2 days before to acclimatize. The overnight in Aguas Calientes (2,040m) helps with acclimatization before visiting Machu Picchu (2,430m). Stay hydrated and try coca tea.
Yes! Unlike one-day tours, this 2-day itinerary allows time to climb Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain. However, these require separate permits that must be booked in advance. Let us know when booking and we can arrange the additional tickets.
The tour includes Expedition class round-trip train tickets (Ollantaytambo - Aguas Calientes - Ollantaytambo). Upgrades to Vistadome class with panoramic windows are available at additional cost. The scenic 1.5-hour journey follows the Urubamba River through the cloud forest.
Pack a small overnight bag with change of clothes, toiletries, and camera charger. Larger luggage can be left at your Cusco hotel. Don't forget your passport (original required for train and Machu Picchu entry), rain jacket, sunscreen, and comfortable walking shoes.
On Day 2, you'll return to Cusco in the late afternoon/early evening (around 6:00-7:00 PM), depending on train schedules and traffic. Private transportation from Ollantaytambo station to your hotel in Cusco is included.
We recommend booking 2-3 months in advance during peak season (May-October). Train tickets and Machu Picchu entry permits have daily limits and sell out quickly. For Huayna Picchu permits, book 3-4 months ahead.
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