Sacred Valley of the Incas Tour with Moray & the Salt Mines
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 62 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Sacred Valley of the Incas Tour with Moray & the Salt Mines worth booking?
Sacred Valley of the Incas Tour with Moray & the Salt Mines is a 9-hour experience in Cusco, Peru, from $99 per person. It scores 78 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 5/5 rating across 62 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 78 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (62)
- Duration
- 9 hours
- From
- $99 per person
Cusco Sacred Valley Tour or Super Sacred Valley Tour is one of the most preferred full-day trips from Cusco. It takes you to all archeological sites in the Sacred Valley of the Incas including Maras Moray. This full-da
What you get
- Bi-Lingual local tour guide
- Buffet lunch in Urubamba
- Roundtrip transport
About this experience
Cusco Sacred Valley Tour or Super Sacred Valley Tour is one of the most preferred full-day trips from Cusco. It takes you to all archeological sites in the Sacred Valley of the Incas including Maras Moray. This full-day Sacred Valley Tour starts with a visit to the archaeological site in Pisac and continues to different Inca sites in Urubamba, Ollantaytambo, Maras, Moray, and culminates with a visit to the ancient Inca ruins in Chinchero. This is one of our signature tours. To offer you the best of this full-day experience, we include authentic Peruvian buffet lunch at a local restaurant in Urubamba. We recommend signing up for the Super Sacred Valley Tour while you acclimate in Cusco as the tour offers the best introduction to Inca civilization. This will be useful on your trip to Machu Picchu.
What's included
Included
- Bi-Lingual local tour guide
- Buffet lunch in Urubamba
- Roundtrip transport
Not included
- Entrance tickets to archaeological sites USD 20 (70 Soles per person)
- Entrance to Maras 10 Soles
- Any Private Expenses
- Entrance fees
What you'll see and do
Pisac
We will be picking you up from your hotel in Cusco at 0700 AM. Then in our private transport we will embark on a journey to Pisac. On our way we’ll be having a quick stop at a viewpoint in Taray. It offers a stunning view of the valley below. You will be able to see Urubamba river snaking through the villages in the Sacred Valley of Incas. Pisac is home to one of the massive and a beautiful inca site perched on a hilltop overlooking the village. We will be driving you up the hill to the main entrance of the complex. Here our local expert will be giving you a guided tour of the complex. After touring the complex, we will be driving you down to the main plaza. During weekends, the narrow cobblestone streets here get filled with local people selling their handicrafts.
90 minutes here
Urubamba
Once you have had your fill of Pisac, we will be driving you to Urubamba. It is the lowest part in the Sacred Valley of Incas. Here we will be stopping for a buffet lunch at a local restaurant.
60 minutes here
Ollantaytambo
After relishing a typical meal, we will be continuing the tour and will be visiting Ollantaytambo. This was the most prominent site during the Inca empire. Here you will be able to witness the advancement of Incas town planning. Ollantaytambo is one of the oldest and continuously inhabited villages of the Inca empire. The village is sandwiched between two Inca ruins. This is also the place from where you will be boarding the train to Machu Picchu and Inca Trail.
90 minutes here
Maras Moray Tours
After touring Ollantaytambo, we will be visiting Maras and Moray. Both these sites have played a prominent role and continue to do even today. Moray is home to circular agricultural terraces which served as an agricultural laboratory to Incas. Each level has a different temperature. The Incas used this place as an agricultural laboratory to determine the best weather condition needed to grow a crop.
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Maras
Maras is home to the salt mines. It has been passed down generation after generation. Locals here continue to practice the traditional Solar Evaporation salt farming method. Our local expert will be explaining to you in detail.
60 minutes here
Chinchero
Culminating the full day sacred valley tour, we will be visiting Chinchero. It is home to Andean textile. This beautiful and serene village is often overlooked by tourists. It houses a white washed church which was once a royal palace of Incan emperor Pachacutec. Among all sites in Sacred Valley, Chinchero has the most fertile soil. During the Inca civilization, under the leadership of Pachacutec, they built many farming terraces. The water channels here are a testament to the advancement of Inca engineering.
60 minutes here
Cusco
Later in the evening, we will be driving you back to Cusco city. We will be dropping you off at Plaza Regocijo, a block away from Cusco’s main square – Plaza de Armas.
5 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Cusco
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 20 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- pt, en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 9 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Machu Picchu Tours
Know before you go
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 62 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
5 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
5 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Photo opportunities
4 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Organization
2 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Small groups
2 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Traveler reviews
62 verified traveler reviews for Sacred Valley of the Incas Tour with Moray & the Salt Mines. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
This was the last tour we...
This was the last tour we took after spending 30 days touring South America. We were physically exhausted especially after multiple high elevation hikes. However our private tour guide made this tour very enjoyable and we were enlightened with cultural information. The buffet lunch was great too!
Response from the operator: Dear Eric, Thank you so much for sharing your experience on the Sacred Valley of the Incas Tour with Moray & the Salt Mines. We’re so glad to hear that, even after such an extensive adventure across South America, our guide was able to make your final tour both enjoyable and enriching. It’s wonderful to know you appreciated the cultural insights and the buffet lunch — the perfect way to end your journey! If you ever come back to Peru, we recommend exploring Huacachina and Paracas, where desert dunes meet the ocean — a completely different but equally unforgettable side of Peru 🌅. Warm regards, The Machu Picchu Tours Team
via Viator
Full Day of Adventure
Fabulous day. Christian was a wealth of knowledge and patient as I was still acclimating to the altitude. And as a solo traveler, he took photos capturing me in the adventures of the day.
Response from the operator: Dear NorthStar, Thank you so much for sharing your experience on our Sacred Valley of the Incas Tour with Moray & the Salt Mines. We’re thrilled to hear you had a fabulous day and that Christian’s knowledge and patience made such a difference while you were acclimating to the altitude. It’s wonderful that he was able to capture those special moments for you as a solo traveler — memories like these are priceless, and we’re so glad you’ll have them to look back on. For your next trip, have you thought about exploring the coast of Peru with our Huacachina & Paracas Tour? Between sand dunes, a desert oasis, and the amazing Ballestas Islands, it’s an unforgettable combination of adventure and relaxation. Warm regards, The Machu Picchu Tours Team
via Tripadvisor
Machu Pichu Tours are great
We booked a trip with Machu Pichu Tours to Sacred Valley. Christian was our guide. Everything was well organised and on time. Christian was just wonderful, he was telling us many interesting things about the places we were visiting and even more about the history and the culture of Peru. It was a great day! Thank you
Response from the operator: Dear traveler, Thank you so much for your kind words and for choosing our Sacred Valley of the Incas Tour with Moray & the Salt Mines. We’re delighted to hear that everything was well organized and that you felt supported throughout your journey. It makes us so happy to know that Christian’s knowledge and passion helped bring the history and culture of Peru to life for you. At Machu Picchu Tours, we truly value the trust our travelers place in us, and your feedback reminds us why we love what we do. We’d love to welcome you back. Next time, you might enjoy the 7 Lagoons Trek of Ausangate, a magical adventure surrounded by turquoise lakes and the majestic Andes. Until then, thank you again for trusting us with your travel experience. Which part of the Sacred Valley left the biggest impression on you? Warm regards, The Machu Picchu Tours Team
via Tripadvisor
Fantastic tour with John Taqquere
The Sacred Valley tour was a whirlwind, but Machu Picchu Tours made it unforgettable. Their service was flawless. I'm eager to recommend them to friends and family – great job
Response from the operator: Dear Karina, Thank you so much for your kind words about the Sacred Valley of the Incas Tour with Moray & the Salt Mines! We're delighted to hear that, even with the whirlwind pace, the experience left a lasting impression on you. It’s especially rewarding to know that John’s guidance and our team’s service made the day smooth and memorable. Your recommendation means the world to us, and we’d be honored to welcome your friends and family on their own unforgettable journey through Peru! With warm regards, The Machu Picchu Tours Team
via Tripadvisor
Our guide Julio was very...
Our guide Julio was very kind and patient, taking time to explain each attraction and answer all our questions. However, the tour itself felt poorly designed. It crammed too many stops into one day, giving us only about 30 minutes at each site before rushing to the next. Additionally, three of the stops were local shops—selling silver, alpaca clothing, and snacks—which seemed more focused on encouraging purchases than sightseeing, which wasn’t what we signed up for
Response from the operator: Dear Jilinna, Thank you very much for sharing your experience with the Sacred Valley of the Incas Tour with Moray & the Salt Mines. We're truly grateful for your kind words about Julio — it’s wonderful to hear he provided thoughtful explanations and patient guidance throughout the day. At the same time, we sincerely apologize that the tour’s pacing and commercial stops did not meet your expectations. Your comments are important to us, and we take them as an improvement. We’re committed to continuously improving our itineraries, and your insights help us ensure that future travelers enjoy a more balanced and enriching experience. Thank you again for your honesty and trust in Machu Picchu Tours. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you again and offer you a better experience next time. Warm regards, The Machu Picchu Tours Team
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 9 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 7+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 22
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 78
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Sacred Valley of the Incas Tour with Moray & the Salt Mines: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Cusco.
How much does Sacred Valley of the Incas Tour with Moray & the Salt Mines cost?
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Prices start at $99 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Cusco usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Sacred Valley of the Incas Tour with Moray & the Salt Mines take?
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Plan for about 9 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Cusco is not rushed.
Is Sacred Valley of the Incas Tour with Moray & the Salt Mines worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 78 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 62 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Cusco, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Sacred Valley of the Incas Tour with Moray & the Salt Mines?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Sacred Valley of the Incas Tour with Moray & the Salt Mines suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 7. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 9-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Sacred Valley of the Incas Tour with Moray & the Salt Mines?
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Around 22 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Cusco can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Cusco and add a light layer if any part of the 9-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Sacred Valley of the Incas Tour with Moray & the Salt Mines start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Cusco within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Cusco?
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On Outty we rank every Cusco experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Sacred Valley Full Day Tour, Full-Day Humantay Lake Trek (Meals Included), Cusco: Rainbow Mountain & Red Valley Premium Day Trip with Meals. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Cusco?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Cusco?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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