Maras, Moray & Chinchero Tour: Private Half-Day From Cusco
See the Maras salt pans, the circular agricultural terraces of Moray, and the textile town of Chinchero in a single private half-day tour. Your driver waits at each stop and moves at your group’s pace, with no bus schedule to follow.
Half-Day
4-5 Hours, Your Pace
From $85
Fixed Price, No Meter
3 Stops
Maras, Moray & Chinchero
SOAT
Insurance Included
Maras, Moray & Chinchero Tour Rates
Three Vehicle Categories to Choose From
All prices are per vehicle for the half-day tour, and already include your driver, vehicle, and tolls. The number you see is the number you pay. For full specifications and photos of every vehicle in our fleet, visit our complete fleet page. Group discounts can be arranged directly with our support team.
Sedan
1-3 Passengers
A Toyota Corolla or Hyundai Elantra is ideal for solo travelers and couples with up to 2 large suitcases and 2 carry-ons.
Minivan / SUV
4-5 Passengers
A Toyota Avanza or Hyundai H1 offers extra room for small families or groups of friends traveling together.
Executive Sprinter Van
6-15 Passengers
A Mercedes-Benz Sprinter or Renault Master with reinforced luggage racks is built for larger groups and trekkers carrying bulky gear.
What the Maras, Moray & Chinchero Tour Includes
This half-day tour covers three of the most photographed sites near Cusco: the centuries-old Maras salt pans, the circular terraces of Moray, and the weaving traditions of Chinchero. Most groups complete the loop in 4 to 5 hours.
Maras: Thousands of Salt Pools
Maras is a network of more than 3,000 small salt pools that has been in continuous use since Inca times, still fed by a natural saltwater spring.
Moray: Inca Agricultural Terraces
Moray’s concentric circular terraces are believed to have functioned as an Inca agricultural laboratory, with each level creating a slightly different microclimate.
Private Tour vs. Other Options
Comparing Your Maras, Moray & Chinchero Options
There are a few ways to see Maras, Moray, and Chinchero in a single outing. The comparison below looks honestly at each option.
Group Bus Tours
Group tours often combine this route with other stops on a packed schedule, leaving less time at each site.
Shared Van Tours
Shared vans mean sharing your schedule with other travelers you have not met, with the slowest group member setting the pace.
Independent / Public Transport
Reaching Maras and Moray independently requires negotiating with local taxis at each stop, since public transport does not run directly between them.
RECOMMENDED
Private Maras, Moray & Chinchero Tour
A private tour lets you decide how long to stay at each stop and travel directly between all three without waiting on anyone else.
Why Skip the Shared Tour Van
What Every Tour Guarantees
Your Own Schedule
Spend more time at the stop you care about most, entirely at your group's discretion.
Flexible Stops
Adjust the order or timing of stops with your driver's input, since the itinerary isn't fixed to a bus company's schedule.
English-Speaking Driver
Every driver on this tour speaks English and can share context on each stop along the way.
Fixed-Price SOAT Coverage
Every tour includes Peru's mandatory transit insurance (SOAT) and tolls, built directly into your quoted price.
How Your Maras, Moray & Chinchero Tour Works
Four Simple Steps
1
Book Online
Reserve your date and vehicle category, including your preferred pickup time.
2
Morning Pickup From Your Hotel
Your driver picks you up from your Cusco or Sacred Valley hotel, typically mid-morning.
3
Visit Maras, Moray & Chinchero
Your driver waits at each stop while you explore the salt pans, terraces, and the Chinchero market and church.
4
Return to Cusco or the Sacred Valley
Your driver returns you to your hotel once the tour is complete.
What's Included in Every Maras, Moray & Chinchero Booking
Every Detail Covered
Why These Details Matter on a Half-Day Tour
A half-day covering three sites is not the place to discover that a detail was missed. Every Maras, Moray & Chinchero tour includes the following as standard.
Direct 24/7 Support
A direct WhatsApp line to our support team, active around the clock during your tour.
No Hidden Tolls or Fees
Tolls for your driver are already built into the fare shown on this page.
Drivers Who Know the Route
Every driver is experienced with the Maras, Moray, and Chinchero stops and their parking areas.
Flexible Itinerary
Your driver can adjust stop order or timing on the day, based on your group’s pace.
Planning the Rest of Your Sacred Valley Trip
Want the Full Sacred Valley Experience?
Our Sacred Valley Day Tour covers Pisac and Ollantaytambo on a separate full-day trip. See our guide to Moray Cusco for tickets and opening hours.
Continuing to Ollantaytambo?
Our Ollantaytambo Shuttle connects you to the train station for Machu Picchu.
Need a Hotel Transfer Too?
Our Sacred Valley Shuttle can take you directly to your hotel in the valley before or after your tour.
Safety & Legal Guarantees on Your Maras, Moray & Chinchero Tour
What We Guarantee on Every Tour
Every Maras, Moray & Chinchero tour we operate follows the same safety and legal standards as the rest of our fleet.
SOAT Transit Insurance
Every vehicle carries the mandatory Peruvian SOAT policy, which covers passengers in the event of a traffic accident.
Licensed, Vetted Drivers
Our drivers are professionally licensed and experienced with the Maras, Moray, and Chinchero route.
24/7 English Support
Our support team is reachable over WhatsApp at any hour throughout your tour.
COMMON MARAS, MORAY & CHINCHERO QUESTIONS
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does the Maras, Moray & Chinchero tour take?
The tour typically runs 4 to 5 hours, including travel time and stops at all three sites.
Does the price include entrance tickets?
No, entrance tickets to Moray and Chinchero are not included. These are typically covered by the Cusco Tourist Ticket (Boleto Turístico), which you can purchase separately. Entry to the Maras salt pans is a small separate fee paid locally.
Can we start from a hotel in the Sacred Valley instead of Cusco?
Yes, we can arrange pickup from a hotel in Urubamba or elsewhere in the Sacred Valley at no extra cost.
Is this a private or shared tour?
This is a 100% private tour. Your vehicle and driver are reserved exclusively for your group.
Can we combine this with the full Sacred Valley Day Tour?
These are usually run as separate tours given their different routes, but both can be booked on consecutive days.
What should we bring?
We recommend sun protection, comfortable walking shoes, water, and a bit of cash for the Maras entrance fee and any souvenirs in Chinchero.
For an in-depth look at every option, read our guides on Cusco Airport Transportation and Cusco Airport to Hotel. Still have questions? Visit our full FAQ page, or read more on our About Us page.
Ready to Book Your Maras, Moray & Chinchero Tour?
Reserve your private Maras, Moray & Chinchero tour in under two minutes. Also combine with a Sacred Valley Day Tour or Ollantaytambo Shuttle. Heading to Ollantaytambo? See our one-way Cusco to Ollantaytambo via Maras & Moray transfer. Explore all of our routes and services from the Machupicchu Shuttle home page. Whatever your itinerary looks like, our team is ready to confirm every detail with you directly over WhatsApp.