Maras Salt Mines ATV Tour OVERVIEW
Experience an adrenaline-filled ATV ride through the Sacred Valley, Peru! Enjoy this one-of-a-kind four-wheeler adventure while taking in the awe-inspiring landscapes surrounding you.
Short itinerary of the Sacred Valley ATV Tour of Maras Moray tourist circuit
The meeting point at your hotel is at 07:40; CUSCO, we will come to pick you up at your hotel “we can also start the tour from other places.”
In the morning, 100% Outdoor Activity
- 08:20 Learn about the unveiling of the artisanal textiles of Chinchero. Local culture shows the Inca ancestral knowledge.
- 09:20 Visit walking to the Inca site of the ruins of Chinchero
- 10:15 Stop at the natural viewpoint of RAQCHI, “beautiful panoramic views of the valley and the Andes of Wayllabamba.”
- AT 10:30 a.m., ARRIVAL AT THE ATV BASE TO START THE ATV CIRCUIT TO THE RUINS OF MORAY
- Between 10:30 a.m. to 10:40 a.m. is a practical time to drive and maneuver the ATVs before leaving for the Andes ATVs
- 11:00 Start of the ATV tour to MORAY
- 11:45 Arrival to Moray “EXPLORE Inca Site of Moray” 25 MINUTES OF VISIT
- Noon starts the return to the ATV base
- At 12:40, arrival time at the Cruzpata ATV base
In the afternoon
13:00, we continue the tour in our private vehicle to explore the following sites:
- Panoramic view of the Salineras salt mines in all their splendor from the top of the mountain
- Visit the Salt Mines of Salineras de Maras, walking to the vicinity of the mines to observe the processing of natural Inca salt.
Meals: Box Lunch.
Return to Cusco via Chinchero and Cachimayo – Poroy
After the sightseeing experience, we will drop you off at your hotel.
NOTE: It is essential to know that the route is dusty, so we recommend you bring extra clothes to change into after the ATV experience in the Andes or at least a windbreaker and some goggles that cover your eyes from the dust. The route to follow is along trails and dirt roads and sometimes alongside the usual vehicle’s roadways, so you must stay on the right side of the circuit. THERE ARE MORE INSTRUCTIONS IN THE NEXT CHAPTER OF THE ITINERARY; We invite you to read it.
Highlights of the Cusco ATV tour
- Step into adventure with a breathtaking ATV Tour of the Sacred Valley! Take in all the stunning views along your journey through rugged terrain and witness unforgettable moments.
- Go on a scenic off-road ride as you race through the mesmerizing Atv Tours Cusco Peru! Make unforgettable memories and enjoy unbeatable vistas.
- Experience the ATV TOUR MARAS SALT MINES in the most exciting way possible with this ATV tour! Skip the long lines and see sights such as Chinchero, Moray Salt Mines, and Moray ruins at your own pace.
ITINERARY SACRED VALLEY ATV TOUR
The off-road vehicle; is a Honda ATV TRX 250, powerful outdoor adventure equipment. We carry out the Sacred Valley ATV tourist circuit from Cruzpata to Moray, having impressive panoramic views. The high plateau of Moray Maras is known as the balcony of the Sacred Valley for having beautiful views of the Andes Mountain range with its eternal snow-capped mountains plus valleys and ravines.
We start the trip from the city of Cusco at 07:40 towards the northwest via POROY to reach CHINCHERO. The vehicle leaves us in one of the TEXTILE CENTERS OF CHINCHERO to visit it and learn a little about the Inca culture; organized families from different areas of Chinchero; They offer us a fresh coca leaf mate to adapt to the altitude.
The Chincherinas families organically explain the elaboration of textiles. We continue the visit with the ruins of Chinchero, where several Inca walls of excellent texture can be seen joined together as a polishing system. Chinchero is the royal house of the ninth Inca ruler and a plant experimentation site. We return to our vehicle to the RAQCHI viewpoint to have unique views of the Sacred Valley and then continue the trip to the CRUZ PATA ATV BASE.
START THE ATV TOUR
The tour experience takes about 45 minutes to drive the ATVs from CRUZPATA to MORAY, and back to the BASE is the same travel time. The last visit is to the Salineras of Maras; We do it in our vehicle because it is FORBIDDEN TO DRIVE ATVs in the Salineras area. After all, there are cliffs, so it is off-limits for the safety of every visitor.
Didactic explanation of off-road machines
- The ATVs are Honda TRX 250, robust for all-terrain and complex of the Sacred Valley, Maras, Moray, the Huaypo Lagoon, etc.
- You have a small throttle lever on the right-hand side rudder that works by pressing your thumb; there is also the handbrake.
- The button changes from the first to the fifth, shown on the handle on the left side.
- We have a small practice circuit for driving ATVs before starting the tour of the Andes. The trail has holes, slopes, etc., to adapt to the Maras Moray ATV tourist circuit.
Make your visit to the Sacred Valley an adventure with a fun-filled ATV Tour! See famous sacred sites like Moray, Chinchero, Maras, and more from behind the wheel of an ATV as you explore.
WHAT NOT TO DO WHEN RIDING YOUR ATV MORAY TOUR?
- While riding the ATV, you must wear a safety helmet.
- Please do not put your leg(s) on the ATV while it is in motion.
- Do not perform risky maneuvers when driving Quads.
- Stay on the right side of the trail or dirt road.
- Do not operate your machine with one hand!
- Do not take photos or videos while driving. If you are going to take pictures or film videos, you must bring an adapter to put your GoPro on your chest, helmet, or hooks to place them somewhere on the ATV.
- Slow down on ALL CURVES and turn slowly through curves.
- There are hills between ups and downs in different tour sections, so keep an eye on the trail and follow the directions of your local ATV guide and tour guide.
- Do not accelerate too much or try to run; adventure is about enjoying the outdoors without accidents.
NOTE: We carry out this and other actions for the safety of each visitor to the Maras Moray ATVs tourist circuit. If there is an accident, we have our private vehicle at the ATV BASE. We immediately call the car to assist the explorer or go directly to the hospital, depending on the severity of the case. Avoid any accident; driving defensively and thus enjoying the Cusco ATV tour and having a unique experience in the Peruvian Andes is better.
Moray ATV Tours INCLUSION
Experience Peru’s magical scenery aboard an all-terrain vehicle tour! Ride across stunning Andes deserts, waterfalls, rivers, and more during this unforgettable adventure!
- Active itinerary with unique cultural features
- Private & personalized tours
- Excellent English-speaking tour guide from CUSCO
- Private tourist transport with fuel + professional driver
- Partial entrance ticket to Moray and Chinchero
- Entrance ticket to the Inca salt mines
- ATV
- 01 resident ATV guide; the one who drives the ATV convoy during the tourist circuit
- Personal ATVs (Honda TRX 250)
- Safety equipment, one helmet per participant
- 01 box lunch
- First aid kit & Oxygen
- Local taxes.
NOT INCLUDED
- Breakfast & dinner.
- It is advisable to take 02 small bottles of 700 milliliters to the expedition.
- Other services do not describe in the tour itinerary
- Food that does not write in the itinerary.
- Tipping – an entirely personal gesture (guide & driver)
Do we suggest bringing it?
- Proper Riding Gear
- Light windbreaker jacket or to avoid something in the dust
- Dust goggles that fully cover the eyes
- Bottled water 01 to 02 liters per person
- snacks
- GoPro camera or similar
- Sunscreen to prevent the sun’s rays
Travel facts ATV Tour Sacred Valley
Embark on an exhilarating ride through Peru’s Sacred Valley with an ATV Tour! Take unforgettable memories from your journey, wander through stunning off-road terrain, and marvel at nature’s beauty.
The Chinchero to Urquillos hike is a casual and mostly downhill hike that includes a stroll on an old Inca road, scenic viewpoints, and passes along Inca canals through the quiet village of Urquillos. The hike starts from the Chinchero Archaeological Site and ends in the small hamlet of Urquillos.
The duration of the Chinchero to Urquillos hike is around 2-2.5 hours.
The Chinchero to Urquillos hike is moderate in difficulty with a gradual descent. However, during the rainy season, the trail can be muddy and there might be landslides.
It is recommended to wear good hiking shoes, bring hiking poles for muddy areas and landslide destroyed sections. A water filter is useful to replenish water bottles, and a picnic to enjoy the lovely viewpoints along the way is a good idea. It is also advisable to have a First Aid kit, an offline Chinchero to Urquillos Hike Map, battery packs, and plenty of chargers.
The Chinchero to Urquillos hike covers 6 miles.
The Chinchero to Urquillos hike is a point-to-point trail that starts from Chinchero Archaeological Park and ultimately finishes in the village of Huayllabamba.
If you want more awesome Sacred Valley hikes, Urubamba is an ideal village to stay after the Chinchero to Urquillos hike. This charming village in Peru is just a short collectivo ride away and makes the perfect base to explore the incredible Sacred Valley. There are several other hikes to do in the area, including the climb up Saywa Mountain or the full-day hike up to Laguna Juchuycocha, a hidden alpine lake that sits at 15,200 ft.
Cost Tour Sacred Valley ATVs
Explore Peru’s Andes on an ATV! Visit breathtaking Inca ruins, villages, and colonial architecture and take amazing views of snow-capped mountains and lush valleys.
PRICES PER PERSON [USD] 2023.
PRIVATE SERVICE
- 02 participants $177. “Prices reduce if there are more people in your group.”
- 03 participants $152.
- 04 participants $136.
- 05 participants $128.
- 06 participants $123.
- 07 participants $119.
- 08 participants + $116.
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