Sacred Valley VIP Tour with Maras and Moray

• Start the day at Moray’s circular terraces — a place where the Incas worked with land, sun, and temperature to study agricultural conditions across different levels.
• See the Maras Salt Mines from the visitor route — thousands of salt ponds spread across the mountainside, still connected to local salt work and family traditions.
• Travel deeper into the Sacred Valley — the route links highland roads, farmland, small towns, valley viewpoints, and major archaeological sites in one full day.
• Visit Pisac’s archaeological terraces and artisan market — a mix of Inca agricultural planning, valley views, and local craft selling.
• Stop for a buffet lunch in the valley — a practical break with regional dishes before continuing to the afternoon sites.
• End the main route at Ollantaytambo — one of the most powerful Inca sites in the Sacred Valley, with terraces, stone walls, steps, water channels, and a living town below.
• Small-group VIP format — maximum 16 travelers, which gives the guide more room to manage explanations and timing.
• A good choice when you have only one day for the valley — this version combines sites that many travelers usually do in two separate tours.

Hotel Pick-Up

Pick-up is scheduled between 6:30 and 7:00 AM from your hotel in Cusco. Some streets in the historic center are narrow or restricted for tourist vehicles, so we may coordinate a nearby meeting point if direct access is not possible.

Please send your hotel name and address in advance so our operations team can organize the route properly.

Luggage Storage

This is a long full-day tour, so travelers should bring only a small daypack.

If you are continuing to Ollantaytambo for a train connection or staying in the Sacred Valley after the tour, please inform us before booking. Luggage space in shared transport is limited and must be approved in advance.

Payment Conditions

A reservation payment may be required to confirm your space. This allows us to organize transport, guide assignment, lunch coordination, and daily logistics.

Any remaining balance must be paid before departure or according to the terms given by the reservations team. Local tickets may require direct payment in soles because some entrances are managed separately from the tour operation.

Availability

This tour does not include Machu Picchu, so availability is usually easier than tours involving Machu Picchu tickets or Inca Trail permits.

It is often possible to reserve this tour with at least 24 hours of notice, but last-minute bookings depend on transport space, guide availability, hotel location, lunch coordination, and local conditions.

For private service, earlier booking is recommended, especially for families, groups, travelers with mobility needs, or passengers requesting a custom drop-off in Ollantaytambo.

• Comfortable walking shoes
• Light jacket or windbreaker
• Warm layer for the evening return
• Rain poncho during rainy season
• Sun hat or cap
• Sunglasses
• Sunscreen
• Small daypack
• Reusable water bottle
• Passport or valid ID
• Student card, if applicable
• Personal medication
• Motion sickness medication, if needed
• Camera or phone with enough battery
• Cash in Peruvian soles
• Personal snacks
• Any personal medical or mobility support item you may need

If you travel with special requirements such as mobility aids, professional filming equipment, service animals, medical devices, dietary restrictions, or any condition that needs additional support, please inform our reservations team in advance.

Cusco Tourist Ticket for Moray, Pisac, and Ollantaytambo

Moray, Pisac, and Ollantaytambo are included in the Cusco Tourist Ticket system. COSITUC lists these sites among the official attractions covered by the ticket.

The official tariff page lists the Integral Tourist Ticket for foreign tourists at S/130, valid for 10 days. It also lists a student ticket at S/70, subject to the official age and document requirements.

Maras Salt Mines Entrance

The Maras Salt Mines are not included in the Cusco Tourist Ticket. Recent local tour information commonly lists the Maras Salt Mines entrance at around S/20 per person, paid directly at the entrance in cash.

Transportation Included

The tour includes tourist transport from Cusco to Moray, then Maras Salt Mines, Pisac, Ollantaytambo, and back to Cusco.

The route includes mountain roads, rural access roads, valley highways, curves, town streets, and highland sections. Travelers sensitive to motion should bring personal medication.

Lunch Included

The tour includes a buffet lunch in the Sacred Valley. Drinks, special menu upgrades, or personal orders may not be included unless your reservation says so.

If you have dietary restrictions, please inform the reservations team before the tour.

Accommodation

Accommodation is not included because this is a one-day tour from Cusco. Travelers usually take this tour while staying in Cusco, Urubamba, Ollantaytambo, or the Sacred Valley area.

Travel Restrictions

Strikes and Demonstrations

Strikes and demonstrations are common in Peru and may interrupt some tours. Roads can be blocked, transport may be delayed, and access to certain areas may change without much notice.

Under these circumstances, the tour may be modified, delayed, rescheduled, or canceled. If this happens, our operations department will coordinate directly with you. Your safety comes first, and all decisions will be made with that priority.

Lost Objects

Please pay attention to your belongings during the tour. Check your seat before leaving the vehicle and keep your phone, passport, wallet, and camera with you.

You are responsible for your personal items during the tour.

Health and Mobility

This tour is easy to moderate, but it is a long day. It does not require a long hike, but it includes stairs, stone paths, dirt trails, uneven ground, and several stops.

Some travelers may feel tired because of altitude, sun exposure, early departure, and the length of the route.

Travelers with mobility concerns should request private service and inform the reservations team before booking. Older travelers, pregnant travelers, or people with heart, respiratory, or serious medical conditions should ask their doctor before traveling to high-altitude areas.

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes this tour “VIP”?

This version combines the classic Sacred Valley route with Moray and the Maras Salt Mines in one day. It also works with a smaller group size of up to 16 people, making the route more organized than a large standard group.

Is the tour good for children and older adults?

Yes, but it is a long day. The walking is not extremely hard, but there are stairs, stone paths, and uneven ground. Private service is better for travelers who need a slower pace.

Is lunch included?

Yes. The tour includes a buffet lunch in the Sacred Valley. Drinks and special menu upgrades may not be included unless your reservation says so.

Do I need the Cusco Tourist Ticket?

Yes. You need the Cusco Tourist Ticket for Moray, Pisac, and Ollantaytambo, unless your reservation clearly says it is included. COSITUC lists these sites as part of the official ticket system.

Is the Maras Salt Mines entrance included?

No, unless your reservation clearly says otherwise. The Maras Salt Mines entrance is separate from the Cusco Tourist Ticket and is usually paid in soles at the entrance.

Can I end the tour in Ollantaytambo?

In private service, yes, this can usually be arranged. In group service, it may be possible only if coordinated before departure and if the operation allows it.

What time does the tour finish?

The tour usually returns to Cusco around 8:00 PM, depending on traffic, weather, lunch timing, group pace, and local conditions.