Highlights
- Get trained before driving, even when you already have practice with motorcycles or quad bikes.
- Learn how to use the accelerator, brakes and steering within a controlled area.
- Walk through the viewpoints of the archaeological site and observe its large circular structures.
- Learn why Moray is often related to agricultural management and environmental variations within its platforms.
- Observe the Salineras de Maras from the sectors allowed for passengers.
- Learn how salt water is distributed among thousands of family pools.
Itinerary
Pick up from the hotel and departure from Cusco
Highlights: transfer from Cusco to the agricultural plateaus of Cruzpata.
The pick up will be from hotels located within the operational area of the center of Cusco.
For the morning shift, the process begins around 7:00 a.m. For the afternoon shift, the departure is scheduled at approximately 1:00 p.m.
Some streets in the historic center are narrow or have vehicle restrictions. When the unit cannot enter, a nearby point will be assigned.
After gathering the group, we will depart on the Cusco–Chinchero–Ollantaytambo route to Cruzpata.
During the trip you will observe how urban areas change through agricultural fields and large plateaus. On clear days you can see mountains of the Urubamba mountain range.
Perception of the passenger
During dry months, the powder can cover clothes and get on the face if you don’t wear glasses. In the rainy season, the road demands more care because the tires may lose grip.
Hands and forearms can get tired after several miles. Hold the handlebar firmly, but avoid keeping your shoulders fully stiff.
Walk by Moray
The visit is made by paths and enabled viewpoints. Some internal accesses may be closed for conservation.
It is not allowed to go down the platforms off the authorized roads.
The land presents:
- Land paths.
- Edges with slope.
- Slipping sectors during the rain.
Perception of the passenger
From the viewpoint, the pools form white, ochre and brown layers that follow the slope of the mountain.
His appearance changes with the season. In dry months they can look clearer; during the rains, some pools have more water and different shades.
Technical Details
- Transportation: mini tourist.
- Travel time: approximately 45 minutes.
- Route: Cusco–Chinchero–Cruzpata.
- Distance between quad bikes.
- Type of land: earth, gravel, stone and mud.
- Difficulty:
- Approximate altitude: about 3,500 meters.
Important Service Information
Pick up from the hotel The pickup is available from accommodations located within the operating area of Cusco. When the vehicle cannot enter the street, a nearby point will be assigned. The passenger must be prepared before the communicated time.
Availability
The tour operates daily in two shifts, subject to:
- Availability of quad bikes.
- State of the roads.
- Moray’s schedule.
- Access to the salt flats.
- Weather conditions.
- Minimum number of passengers.
- Maintenance of equipment.
It can be requested up to 24 hours before when there are places.
We recommend booking several days in advance during weekends, holidays and high season.
Information about the tickets
Moray
Moray is part of the Cusco Tourist Ticket. COSITUC includes the site within the BTC and publishes rates according to category and validity. (COSITUC – BTC CUSCO TOUR TICKET)
The original list indicates that entries are included. This condition should appear clearly in the confirmation.
Salineras de Maras
The entrance to the salt mills is administered separately from the Tourist Ticket.
The original list also states that entries are included. The passenger must receive written confirmation to avoid duplicate payments.
Transport information
The service combines two means:
Tourist minivan
Used for:
- Cusco–Cruzpata.
- Cruzpata-Salineras de Maras, where applicable.
- Salineras–Cusco.
- Supplementary transfers.
Quadrimoto
Used for:
- Rural circuit from Cruzpata.
- Arrive in Moray.
- Return to the base.
- Tranches allowed by the operator.
Driving inside the salt sails or pedestrian areas is not guaranteed.
Travel restrictions and participation
Climate and terrain
The route can be modified by:
- Heavy rain.
- Electric storms.
- Excessive mud.
- Strong dust.
- Closed roads.
- Agricultural work.
The guide can shorten driving when the terrain is not safe.
Medical restrictions
It is not recommended for people with:
- Recent surgeries.
- Severe column injuries.
- severe neck problems.
- Important knee injuries.
- Uncontrolled epilepsy.
- Uncontrolled heart disease.
- Serious balance problems.
- Conditions that prevent controlling the handlebars.
Older people with a relevant history should consult with their doctor.
Age and driving
The minimum age depends on:
- Operator rules.
- Unit size.
- Ability to reach controls.
- Driving demonstration.
- Authorization of the tutor.
A minor may travel as a companion when the operator allows it.
Alcohol and substances
Driving is not allowed under the effects of:
- Medicines that affect coordination.
The guide can prevent participation when there is risk.
Strikes and demonstrations
Blockades can affect the routes of Chinchero, Maras or Cusco.
Peceros Agency Travel may change schedules, modify the route, use another access or cancel the service when there are no safe conditions.
Lost objects
Each passenger is responsible for their belongings.
Review:
- Four-time.
- Town of Maras.
- End point.
The agency will support consultations, but does not guarantee recovery.
Prohibited conduct
Not allowed:
- Overtake the guide.
- Driving off the road.
- Entering fields.
- Using the phone when driving.
- Remove the helmet.
- Driving under the effects of alcohol.
- Damage archaeological sites.
- Walk between restricted pools.
- Shed waste.
- Using drones without authorization.
- Take stones, plants or elements of the site.
Inclusions
- Meals not specifically indicated in the itinerary, including personal orders and upgrades.
- Bottled water, snacks and additional drinks purchased during the route.
- Personal gloves.; this cost is payable directly by the traveler when required.
- ; this cost is payable directly by the traveler when required.
- ; this cost is payable directly by the traveler when required.
- Personal travel insurance, including medical care, evacuation and trip interruption coverage.
- Personal medicines and treatments prescribed for the traveler.
- Tips for guides, drivers, cooks or support staff; gratuities are voluntary.
- Personal purchases, souvenirs and other expenses chosen by the traveler.
- Damage caused by irresponsible driving.; this cost is payable directly by the traveler when required.
- Professional medical care or evacuation expenses required during the trip.
- Accommodation before or after the tour unless it is expressly listed in the package.
- Activities not indicated.; this cost is payable directly by the traveler when required.
- Repeat circuit.; this cost is payable directly by the traveler when required.
- Professional photography teams.; this cost is payable directly by the traveler when required.
- Use of drones.; this cost is payable directly by the traveler when required.
- Expenses incurred for personal delays.; this cost is payable directly by the traveler when required.
Upgrades
- Individual quad bike when the rate includes shared unit; Reference Price: Previous quote
- Photographs with action camera; Reference Price: From USD 20
- Edited video; Reference Price: From USD 35
- Personal gloves; Reference Price: From USD 10
- Safe for motorized activities; Reference Price: According to coverage
- Lunch in Maras or Chinchero; Reference Price: From USD 15
- Transportation for companion; Reference Price: Previous quote
- Transfer from remote hotels; Reference Price: From USD 25
- Guide in another language; Reference Price: Previous quote
- Child seat; Reference Price: Previous quote
- Expanded private route; Reference Price: Subject to authorization
Prices are benchmark and depend on the supplier, the season and availability.
Discounts
- Students from 18 to 25 years: they can request a student fee for the Tourist Ticket when they meet the conditions of COSITUC.
- Minors: subject to the ticket policy and the rules for driving or traveling as companions.
- Children under 11 years of age: they must travel under the supervision of an adult and cannot drive without express approval from the operator.
- Groups of five or more: private price of USD 90 per person, depending on the structure delivered.
- To request discounts of entry you must present the original document or valid card.
- Ticket discounts do not always reduce the price of transportation, guide or quad bike.
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