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title: Maras, Moray and Chinchero Private Day Trip from Cusco
lang: en
type: tour
city: Cusco
country: Peru
price: 95
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.91
reviews: 134
duration_minutes: 420
duration_max_minutes: 480
languages: [en, es]
free_cancellation: "true"
rank_in_category: 55 of 72 (Sacred Valley Tours)
schedule_checked: 2026-11-08
data_updated: 2026-11-08
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# Maras, Moray and Chinchero Private Day Trip from Cusco

**Guidekin's take:** Moray's terraces and the Salineras at Maras join Chinchero on a private tour for your party from Cusco. A guide and private hotel transfers are included; entry fees and meals cost extra, with at least two people required per booking. 4.91 from 134 reviews at €95 per person for 7h–8h.

In our comparison: #55 of 72 in Sacred Valley Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

In this full day tour you will know the best archaeological sites in the entire Sacred Valley of the Incas. Discover this enchanting and historic valley as we visit the enigmatic Moray archaeological site, where crops were produced at different heights in a stunning terrace system.

Then, we will visit the town of Maras and the Salineras, where a salt water springs from the mountains and descends into individual evaporation chambers that have been in operation since the time of the Incas to the present day.

Finally we will arrive at the colorful town of Chinchero, where we will learn a little more about Inca history and the creation of Andean textiles.

## Before you book

- Hotel pickup: no car needed
- Entry ticket not included: buy it separately
- Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers
- Starts 08:00: one departure a day
- Food not included: bring or buy your own
- Wheelchair accessible: operator-marked
- Strollers OK: infants accepted
- Age rule: Specialized infant seats are available

**Pickup:** Hotel pickup included

## Key facts

- Price: from €95 per person
- Duration: 7h–8h
- Rating: 4.91/5 from 134 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Inkayni Peru Tours
- Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price
- Group: Private tour, your party only
- Guide languages: English, Spanish
- Tickets: Admission not included, pay on site
- Start times: 08:00
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-08

## Reviews

4.91 from 134 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 133 of 134.

- 5 stars: 123 (92%)
- 4 stars: 10 (7%)
- 3 stars: 1 (1%)
- 2 stars: 0 (0%)
- 1 star: 0 (0%)

### What reviewers say

Reviewers praise informative guides and flexible pacing; altitude can make sightseeing physically difficult

**Praised:**
- Detailed explanations of Inca history and local culture
- Flexible itineraries with time to explore at a personal pace
- Comfortable private transport and punctual hotel pickups
- Visit order adjusted to avoid crowds
- Textile demonstrations explaining local weaving techniques

**Complaints:**
- Altitude can make sightseeing physically difficult
- Some find the roads bumpy or unsettling

Written by Guidekin from the 50 most recent English reviews on Tripadvisor & Viator (2018-10-11 to 2026-05-17); last checked 2026-11-08.

## What's included

- English-speaking tour guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (Private transportation)

## Not included

- Food and drinks
- Entrance fee for archaeological sites

## Itinerary

1. **Maras Moray Tours** (2h) - The Maras, Moray & Chinchero Tour begins with a hotel pickup around 8 AM, setting off on a scenic drive through the Andes. The journey, lasting about 1 hour and 20 minutes, winds past snow-capped peaks, golden wheat fields, and traditional villages, offering a stunning...
2. **Salinas de Maras** (2h) - After exploring Moray, we continue just 2 miles (3.2 km) downhill to the Maras Salt Mines (3,380 masl / 11,090 ft.), a striking landscape where history and tradition merge. This ancient salt-producing site, believed to date back to pre-Inca times, remains a vital part of the...
3. **Complejo Arqueologico Chinchero** (1h) - Our final stop is Chinchero (3,762 masl / 12,343 ft.), a charming Andean village where Inca heritage and colonial influences intertwine. Here, we admire the well-preserved Inca walls that frame the main square, along with ceremonial altars that still resonate with the...

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 08:00
- Schedule last checked: 2026-11-08
- These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout.

## Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

## Good to know

- Wheelchair accessible
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- It is recommended that you bring a sun hat, sunscreen, a waterproof jacket, water and a camera

## Compared with other Sacred Valley Tours

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #55 of 72** | €95 | 7h–8h | 4.91 (134) | private |
| [2-Day Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu Guided Tour from Cusco](/peru/cusco/tours/2-day-sacred-valley-and-machu-picchu-guided-tour-from-cusco/?format=md) | €501 | 2 days | 4.99 (1022) | shared |
| [Food and Culture Full day Tour in the Sacred Valley](/peru/cusco/tours/food-and-culture-full-day-tour-in-the-sacred-valley/?format=md) | €251 | 10h | 5.0 (184) | shared |
| [Sacred Valley Full-Day Private Tour from Urubamba & Ollantaytambo](/peru/cusco/tours/sacred-valley-full-day-private-tour-from-urubamba-ollantaytambo/?format=md) | €127 | 9h | 4.99 (212) | private |

Ranked #55 of 72 in Sacred Valley Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €90 to €1348, median €428; typical length 2 days. 31 of 72 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market.

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