Maras salt mines and Moray tour from Cusco

Discover two of the most fascinating Inca sites near Cusco on this half-day tour to Moray and the Maras Salt Mines. Explore breathtaking Andean landscapes while learning about the impressive engineering and agricultural knowledge of the Inca civilisation.Begin your adventure at Moray, an extraordinary archaeological site made up of enormous circular terraces believed to have been used as an agricultural laboratory by the Incas. The unique design creates different microclimates within the terraces, showcasing the advanced farming techniques developed centuries ago.Continue to the spectacular Maras Salt Mines, where more than 3,000 salt pools cascade across the mountainside. Fed by a natural saltwater spring, these ancient salt terraces have been used since Inca times and remain one of the most iconic landscapes in the Sacred Valley. This experience is perfect for travellers looking to discover the history, culture and natural beauty of the Cusco region in a short and scenic excursion.