Maras and Moray Tour – Discover the Inca Laboratories and Salt Mines

• TOUR RECOMMENDATIONS
• Comfortable Clothing: Light layered clothing. The weather in the Sacred Valley is variable during the day but can cool down. Bring a light jacket or sweater.
• Footwear: Comfortable walking shoes. Trekking boots are not required, but shoes with non-slip soles are recommended for irregular surfaces at archaeological sites like Pisac and Ollantaytambo.
• Sun Protection: SPF 50+ sunscreen, UV protection sunglasses, hat or cap. Solar radiation is intense in the Sacred Valley.
• Cash: Bring soles to purchase the Tourist Ticket (approx. S/70 partial, S/130 complete), lunch at Sacred Valley restaurants (approx. S/25-50), voluntary tips, and purchases at Pisac market.
• Hydration: Water bottle. Staying hydrated is important during the full day tour at altitude.
• Backpack or Bag: Small or medium backpack to carry water, camera, documents, snacks, market purchases, and personal items.
• Camera or Phone: Essential to capture Pisac terraces, Ollantaytambo fortress, typical Andean market, and impressive Sacred Valley landscapes. Bring extra battery or powerbank.
• Medications: If you are sensitive to altitude, bring altitude sickness pills (Sorojchi pills). Also personal medications.
• Weather: Temperate temperatures (10-20°C) in the Sacred Valley. Can be sunny with wind. Bring layered clothing.
• Documents: ID or original Passport (mandatory to access archaeological sites with Tourist Ticket) and cash in soles.
• Acclimatization: It is recommended to be in Cusco at least 1 day before the tour to adapt to the altitude. Drinking coca tea and avoiding excessive efforts helps with acclimatization. This tour is ideal as preparation for Machu Picchu.
• Tourist Ticket: Can be purchased at the first site or previously at authorized offices. Required to enter Pisac and Ollantaytambo.
• Schedule: The tour starts at 8:00 AM and lasts approximately 8 hours. Take advantage of the whole day for natural light photography at different Sacred Valley sites.
• Time at each site: Listen carefully to the guide to make the most of the history and culture of each place. Respect the established times at each stop.
• Lunch: Not included. There are restaurant options in the Sacred Valley (budget approx. S/25-50). You can consult with the guide for recommendations.
• Pisac Market: Ideal for buying handicrafts, textiles, ceramics, and local products made by Andean artisans. Bring extra cash and be prepared to bargain politely.
• Cultural Interaction: Take the opportunity to observe and respect local customs and the daily life of Andean communities in the Sacred Valley.
• Heritage Respect: Do not touch or climb on archaeological walls. They are cultural heritage that must be preserved for future generations.
• Photography: Allowed at all sites. Ideal for Inca architecture photography, Sacred Valley landscapes, agricultural terraces, and panoramic views from Pisac and Ollantaytambo.

• FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
• Is previous experience or good physical condition necessary? No, it is not necessary. The Sacred Valley tour has an easy to intermediate difficulty level, with short walks at each archaeological site. It is accessible for all types of travelers, including seniors and families with children. It is only recommended to be acclimatized to the altitude of Cusco (3,400 m.a.s.l.).
• What does this tour include? It includes tourist transportation to/from your hotel in Cusco, certified multilingual professional guide (Spanish, English and Portuguese), pick-up and transfer to all Sacred Valley archaeological sites included in the tour, and permanent assistance during the tour. It does not include the Tourist Ticket or lunch.
• What services are NOT included? The Cusco Tourist Ticket (required to enter Pisac and Ollantaytambo - approx. S/130 complete or S/70 partial), lunch (available at Sacred Valley restaurants for approx. S/25-50), drinks and snacks, voluntary tips for guide and driver, insurance, or additional personal expenses are not included.
• How long does the tour last and what is the maximum altitude? The tour lasts 1 full day (Full Day), approximately from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (08 hours approx.). The maximum altitude is 3,762 m.a.s.l. at Chinchero and Sacred Valley sites. Departure time is at 8:00 a.m.
• How many days do I need to be in Cusco before the tour? It is recommended to be in Cusco at least 1 day before to acclimatize to the city's altitude (3,400 m.a.s.l.). Taking things easy on the first day, staying well hydrated, and drinking coca tea helps with adaptation. This tour is ideal as preparation before visiting Machu Picchu.
• What places will we visit during the tour? You will visit the main sites of the Sacred Valley: Pisac (archaeological complex with terraces, temples, and typical Andean market where Inca history merges with local culture), and Ollantaytambo (ancient Inca city and fortress, testimony of Inca urban planning and scene of important historical events). It is an experience that combines archaeology, living Andean culture, and unique landscapes of the Sacred Valley.

• IMPORTANT CONSIDERATIONS BEFORE BOOKING
• Total duration: Full Day (08 hours approximately).
• Departure: 8:00 a.m. with pick-up from your hotel in Cusco.
• Maximum altitude: 3,762 m.a.s.l. (Chinchero and Sacred Valley sites).
• Difficulty level: Easy
• Documentation: ID or original Passport is mandatory.
• Acclimatization: Recommended to be in Cusco at least 1 day to adapt to the altitude before the tour.
• Guide language: Spanish, English and Portuguese subject to availability.
• Service type: Group with comfortable and safe tourist transportation.
• Entrance fees: Complete or partial Tourist Ticket required to enter archaeological sites (not included).
• Restrictions: Tour accessible for most travelers. Some sites have stairs, terraces, and irregular surfaces.
• Weather: Temperate climate in the Sacred Valley (10-20°C). Can be cool at high altitudes. Bring light layered clothing.
• Clothing: Comfortable clothes, hat, sunscreen, and comfortable walking shoes.
• Lunch: Not included. Restaurant options available in the Sacred Valley.
• Experience: Ideal to learn about traditional Andean life, Inca archaeology, and as preparation to visit Machu Picchu.
• End: Return to your hotel in Cusco approximately at 5:00 p.m.

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