Tour 5 days 4 nights Cusco Machu Picchu Maras Moray
Experience an unforgettable adventure with the 5 Days / 4 Nights Cusco Machu Picchu Maras Moray Tour, where you’ll explore the majestic Imperial City of Cusco, the enigmatic Sacred Valley, the wonder of the world Machu Picchu, and the breathtaking landscapes of Maras, Moray, and the Salt Mines. A unique journey that combines history, tradition, and nature perfect for those seeking to discover the essence of the Inca legacy in every destination.
Highlights
Reception in Cusco and City Tour: Main Square, Cathedral, Qoricancha, and Sacsayhuamán.
Excursion to the Sacred Valley: Pisac, Ollantaytambo, and Chinchero with buffet lunch.
Train trip to Machu Picchu: guided tour of the Inca citadel and free time to explore.
Maras, Moray, and Salt Mines Tour: impressive circular terraces and ancient salt ponds.
Accommodation in Cusco included throughout the entire itinerary.
Complete transfers: airport – hotel – train stations and tours.
Daily breakfasts and buffet lunch in the Sacred Valley.
Professional bilingual guide on all tours.
🌍 Travel Itinerary
- Day 1: Arrival to Cusco and City Tour
- Day 2: Sacred Valley Excursion
- Day 3: Cusco - Machu Picchu
- Day 4: Maras , Moray and Salineras Excursion
- Day 5: Return to Lima
Embark on an unforgettable 5-day, 4-night adventure exploring the fascinating destinations of Machu Picchu, Maras, and Moray. Immerse yourself in the historical and natural richness of Peru on this exciting itinerary.
📅Day 1: Arrival in Cusco and City Tour
Arrival in the city of Cusco. Upon your arrival, our team will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel.
In the afternoon, enjoy a guided tour of the Imperial City of Cusco, visiting the Main Square, the Cathedral, the Temple of Qoricancha, and the nearby archaeological sites of Qenqo, Tambomachay, Pucapucara, and the fortress of Sacsayhuamán.
Overnight in Cusco.
📅Day 2: Sacred Valley Excursion
After breakfast, between 8:30 and 8:45 a.m., we will pick you up from your hotel to begin the guided tour of the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Visit the traditional market of Pisac, held on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays, where locals still trade as their ancestors did centuries ago.
We’ll continue with a buffet lunch at a local restaurant.
Next, we’ll head to the town and fortress of Ollantaytambo, built to guard this part of the valley from potential invasions from the jungle. You’ll have the chance to walk through its cobblestone streets and get a clear idea of how this site functioned as a military, religious, and cultural center during the Inca Empire. On our return to Cusco, we’ll stop in Chinchero, home to the remains of Tupac Inca Yupanqui’s royal estate. Admire its well-preserved Inca wall in the main square and visit the beautiful colonial church decorated with fascinating frescoes, built atop an Inca structure.
Return to your hotel in Cusco.
📅Day 3: Cusco – Machu Picchu
📅Day 4: Maras, Moray, and Salt Mines Excursion
Breakfast at the hotel.
Our tour begins with pickup from your hotel between 8:30 and 8:45 a.m. We’ll head toward the town of Maras, passing through charming villages and beautiful scenery along the way. We’ll visit the following sites:
MARAS: Located in the province of Urubamba at 3,300 m.a.s.l., offering stunning views of the Vilcanota mountain range and the snow-capped peaks of Chicón (5,530 m.a.s.l.) and Verónica (5,682 m.a.s.l.).
This picturesque town preserves attractions from the pre-Hispanic, colonial, and republican periods, featuring colonial streets and doorways with noble crests from the 17th and 18th centuries.
MORAY: Situated about 7 km southwest of Maras and 53 km from Cusco at an altitude of 3,385 m.a.s.l., this unique archaeological complex consists of massive circular terraces built by the Incas for agricultural experimentation. The largest depression reaches 150 meters deep, with terrace heights averaging 1.8 meters between levels.
It is believed that the structure sits atop natural rock formations that allow water drainage, preventing flooding during the rainy season. The temperature difference between the top and bottom can reach up to 15°C, showcasing the Incas’ advanced agricultural techniques.
SALINERAS (Salt Mines): Located northwest of Maras, these 2,000 small pools have been used since Inca times for salt extraction. The saltwater spring that flows from the mountain fills the pools during the dry season, solidifying gradually as the water evaporates. The salt is then harvested for local consumption and trade.
After our visit, we’ll return to Cusco.
📅Day 5: Return to Lima
Breakfast at the hotel.
Transfer to the airport for your return flight to Lima.
Includes
- City Tour in Cusco
- Excursion to Machu Picchu by Expedition Train
- Shared guided service in Spanish or English
- Sacred Valley excursion with VIP buffet lunch
- Maras, Moray, and Salt Mines excursion
- All entrance tickets to the sites mentioned
- All transfers included
- 4 nights of accommodation in the selected hotel in Cusco
- Traditional Cusco dance and music show (7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.)
- 24/7 permanent assistance
Not included
- Travel insurance
- Other services not mentioned
Recommendations
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Water bottle
- Extra money
Frequently Asked Questions
The guided tour lasts approximately 2 hours and, at the end, you will have free time to explore the citadel before returning to Aguas Calientes.
The tour includes the Main Square, the Cathedral, the Temple of Qoricancha and the nearby archaeological complexes: Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Pucapucara and Tambomachay.
We will visit the picturesque town of Maras with its colonial streets, the circular terraces of Moray used as an experimental agricultural center, and the salt mines of Maras with more than 2,000 salt wells that have been exploited since Inca times.
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