Beginning our great day (and your personal guide) outside your Cusco hotel when you board an air-conditioned coach and begin the drive to the ancient archaeological site of Ollantaytambo. During the 2-hour drive, listen to your guide's narrative about the history of the Inca site. Arrive at Ollantaytambo and set off on a guided tour of its impressive ruins. Take in the stone architecture and clean lines of the Temple of the Sun.
Hear about the site's former infrastructure and how its Inca king conquered the surrounding land. Then set off on a 3-hour hike up Pinkuilluna Mountain for about 3 hours. Once you've reached the summit, look out over the massive stone buildings–presumed to be agricultural reservoirs–below. See a massive, carved stone face that looks over Ollantaytambo, and learn how the current residents keep some of the ancient Inca traditions alive.
Hear about the site's former infrastructure and how its Inca king conquered the surrounding land. Then set off on a 3-hour hike up Pinkuilluna Mountain for about 3 hours. Once you've reached the summit, look out over the massive stone buildings–presumed to be agricultural reservoirs–below. See a massive, carved stone face that looks over Ollantaytambo, and learn how the current residents keep some of the ancient Inca traditions alive.
The Salt Mines of Maras are located 50 km in the northeast of Cusco city, at an altitude of 3,200 m.a.s.l. Geographically, they are located in the lower part of the sub-basin and left bank of the Salineras stream, towards its mouth in the river Vilcanota, in the jurisdiction of the peasant communities of Maras and Pichingoto, between the gorge of the Qaqahuiñay, Cruz Mocco, Llully Mocco and Chupayoq hills. It has three access roads: from the town of San Francisco de Maras, through the bridle path or “runañan” to the salt mines, the road affirmed from the town of San Francisco de Maras, and crossing the Inca bridge of Tarabamba by the Pichingoto community.
The site contains Inca ruins, mostly consisting of several terraced circular depressions, the largest of which is approximately 30 m (98 ft) deep. As with many other Inca sites, it also has an irrigation system.
Day Tour Chinchero - Moray - Salt Mines With Ollantaytambo - Cusco
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Tour Information
Key Details
- Mobile Voucher Accepted
- Hotel pickup Available
- Duration: 8 Hrs
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Language:
English
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Departure Time :
8:00 AM Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.
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Return Details :
• A current valid passport is required on the day of travel Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.
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Cancellation Policy : This activity is non-refundable Tours booked using discount coupon codes will be non refundable.
Overview
Step back in time during this private, full-day trip from Cusco to Ollantaytambo a strategic military, agricultural, and religious siteinthe Sacred valley of the Incas. With your privateguide, uncover the secrets hidden in the Inca ruins as you learn about the ancient town's former infrastructure and events that may have happened there. Stretch your legs (and your lungs) during a 3-hour hike to Pinkuiluna Mountain, enjoying the Sacred valley's incredible scenery along the way. You have the option to customize the private tour to suit your interests along the way.
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Itinerary:
Beginning our great day (and your personal guide) outside your Cusco hotel when you board an air-conditioned coach and begin the drive to the ancient archaeological site of Ollantaytambo. During the 2-hour drive, listen to your guide's narrative about the history of the Inca site. Arrive at Ollantaytambo and set off on a guided tour of its impressive ruins. Take in the stone architecture and clean lines of the Temple of the Sun.
Hear about the site's former infrastructure and how its Inca king conquered the surrounding land. Then set off on a 3-hour hike up Pinkuilluna Mountain for about 3 hours. Once you've reached the summit, look out over the massive stone buildings–presumed to be agricultural reservoirs–below. See a massive, carved stone face that looks over Ollantaytambo, and learn how the current residents keep some of the ancient Inca traditions alive.
Hear about the site's former infrastructure and how its Inca king conquered the surrounding land. Then set off on a 3-hour hike up Pinkuilluna Mountain for about 3 hours. Once you've reached the summit, look out over the massive stone buildings–presumed to be agricultural reservoirs–below. See a massive, carved stone face that looks over Ollantaytambo, and learn how the current residents keep some of the ancient Inca traditions alive.
The Salt Mines of Maras are located 50 km in the northeast of Cusco city, at an altitude of 3,200 m.a.s.l. Geographically, they are located in the lower part of the sub-basin and left bank of the Salineras stream, towards its mouth in the river Vilcanota, in the jurisdiction of the peasant communities of Maras and Pichingoto, between the gorge of the Qaqahuiñay, Cruz Mocco, Llully Mocco and Chupayoq hills. It has three access roads: from the town of San Francisco de Maras, through the bridle path or “runañan” to the salt mines, the road affirmed from the town of San Francisco de Maras, and crossing the Inca bridge of Tarabamba by the Pichingoto community.
The site contains Inca ruins, mostly consisting of several terraced circular depressions, the largest of which is approximately 30 m (98 ft) deep. As with many other Inca sites, it also has an irrigation system.
Inclusions
- Private tour Just with the party
- Experienced Tourism Guide
- Admission Fees all Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off / Private Vehicule Air Conditioned
Exclusions
- Food and drinks
Additional Info
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
Moderate hike
Social distancing enforced at least 1 meter. Health reasons & Confidence. we don't perform Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival. Our Servers pass a quick test to rule out covid - 19.Use of masks will be mandatory until the government of Peru authorizes the end of its use.
Traveler Reviews
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Although the tour itself was good the information is misleading. The tour we were told and was printed on the tickets left from Cusco however the day before we were contacted and told it started and ended from Ollantaytambo. So we had to pay an extra $30 US each. Not happy!
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Although the tour itself was good the information is misleading. The tour we were told and was printed on the tickets left from Cusco however the day before we were contacted and told it started and ended from Ollantaytambo. So we had to pay an extra $30 US each. Not happy!
