The 2-Day Maras, Moray and Machu Picchu Tour combines adventure, culture, history, and architecture in a unique experience through the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Unlike the traditional Sacred Valley tour, this itinerary includes an exciting ATV adventure, allowing you to explore the spectacular Andean landscapes in a more active and dynamic way. Visit Moray and the Maras Salt Mines, two remarkable sites that showcase the knowledge, adaptability, and ingenuity of ancient Andean civilizations, while enjoying breathtaking scenery surrounded by mountains and local communities.
The journey continues toward Machu Picchu, traveling through the Sacred Valley and following the course of the Urubamba River, or Willkamayu, one of Cusco’s most important rivers and part of the Amazon River basin. Along the way, experience the striking transition from the high Andes to the cloud forest, making the journey itself part of the adventure. This itinerary is ideal for travelers who want to combine the excitement of ATV riding with the history, culture, and architecture of Machu Picchu, while spending one night in Machu Picchu Pueblo (Aguas Calientes) for a more relaxed and immersive experience.
After breakfast, at 06:30 hrs we will pick you up at your hotel to begin an exciting adventure through the Sacred Valley of the Incas, one of the most fascinating destinations in Peru. After a brief safety talk, we will ride quad bikes through the spectacular Andean landscapes until reaching the impressive archaeological center of Moray, famous for its circular terraces used by the Incas as an advanced agricultural laboratory. We will continue to the emblematic Maras Salt Mines, an extraordinary complex of more than 4,000 salt pools worked by hand since pre-Inca times, considered one of the most photogenic cultural landscapes of the Sacred Valley.
After the ATV experience, continue to Ollantaytambo Train Station to board the scenic panoramic train to Machu Picchu Pueblo (Aguas Calientes). Enjoy one of the most spectacular railway journeys in South America as the train travels through the legendary Sacred Valley, surrounded by dramatic mountains, cloud forests, and the Urubamba River. Upon arrival, our team will welcome you and accompany you to your hotel. The afternoon is free to explore this charming Andean town, enjoy its excellent local cuisine, browse its artisan shops, or simply relax before your visit to the magnificent Machu Picchu Citadel the following day.
Meals: Breakfast in the hotel | Lodging: Hotel in Aguas Calientes(Machu Picchu Town)
After breakfast, we will board the eco-bus that climbs up to the majestic Citadel of Machu Picchu, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site and recognized as one of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World. Accompanied by a professional guide, we will take a guided visit of approximately 2 to 3 hours, touring its main temples, agricultural terraces, ceremonial plazas, and natural viewpoints while discovering the extraordinary engineering, architecture, and worldview of the Inca Empire. For those who have booked in advance, there is the option of the optional ascent to Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain, two of the most exclusive hikes in the Andes.
After the guided visit, we will return to Machu Picchu Pueblo, where you will have free time for lunch (not included), explore its picturesque streets, or do some last-minute shopping before heading back. In the afternoon we will board the panoramic train to Ollantaytambo Station, enjoying once again the extraordinary landscapes of the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Upon arrival, a private transport will be waiting to take you comfortably back to your hotel in Cusco, concluding an experience that combines adventure, heritage, nature and comfort, considered one of the most complete and unforgettable tours to discover the best of Peru.
Meals: Breakfast | Lodging: Hotel in Cusco not included