Mountain Bike tour to Moray and Maras Salt Mines Day Tour - Orange Nation Peru

Mountain Bike tour to Moray and Maras Salt Mines Day Tour

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From $57

OVERVIEW

A thrilling off-road biking adventure through the stunning scenery of the Andes Mountains. Peddle through the Sacred Valley to visit the unique agricultural terraces of Moray and the Salt Mines of Maras.

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Service Level:
Physical Rating: Rough terrain , moderate
Travel Style: Cultural
Group Size: Small group experience; Max 12, Avg 5.

ITINERARY

Your guide will pick you up from your hotel at 8:00am sharp, and then we drive for approximately 90 minutes in our private van to Cruz Pata, where we have a short briefing about what to expect during our full day of mountain biking.

We start our ride meandering through farmlands, enjoying the fresh air of the Sacred Valley, and the landscapes of the Andes mountains. Before long, we arrive at Moray, which was an experimental agricultural site built in the form of an amphitheater with different temperature at each level which grows different types of crops.

These levels of terraces were carved before the Incas took control of the Sacred Valley and were continued to be used by the Incas to discover the optimal growing conditions for their crops. Archeologists have found that over 250 different types of crops have been produced in Moray.

We continue our bike ride to the Maras Salt Mines, (also known as the Salineras) which is all downhill. Over three thousand salt ponds have been used to extract salt since before Inca times and still supply Peru with over 90% of its salt.

A hot spring at the top of the valley trickles a stream of salty water, which fills the salt ponds and is allowed to evaporate to produce salt.

Finally, we continue cycling downhill to Urubamba where we meet our private van to head back to your hotel in Cusco, arriving around 3:30pm – 4:00pm.


Prices

Please note: The Mountain Bike Tour is available on any date that is best for you as long as we have a minimum of 2 people to run it.

No. OF PEOPLE PRICE
2 people $ 91 USD per person
3 to 4 people $ 77 USD per person
+5 people $ 57 USD per person

 


Inclusions

WHAT IS INCLUDED FOR THE MOUNTAIN BIKE TOUR?

  • Private transportation
  • All mountain biking equipment, including protective equipment
  • English-speaking guide
  • Tour in Moray & the Salt Mines
  • Taxes

WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED FOR THE MOUNTAIN BIKE TOUR?

  • Entrances to the Salt Mines (20 soles)
  • Entrance to Moray – boleto turistico (tourist ticket) needed (70 soles for one day – 130 soles for 10 Days). This ticket is obligatory if you are visiting sites in and around Cusco and / or the SacredValley.
  • YOU MUST PAY IN SOLES, NO CREDIT CARDS OR US DOLLARS ARE ACCEPTED
  • Food
  • Tips

WHAT TO BRING FOR THE MOUNTAIN BIKE TOUR?

  • Small daypack
  • Water in reusable bottles (please do not bring disposable)
  • Camera
  • Sun hat, sunscreen
  • Comfortable shoes
  • Rain poncho – just in case (Provided by Orange Nation)
  • Original passport if purchasing a tourist ticket
  • Soles if purchasing tourist tickets, (they do not accept credit cards or dollars)
  • Snacks
Mountain Bike tour to Moray and Maras Salt Mines Day Tour
From USD $57

Why travel with Orange Nation Peru?

We have become the leaders in small group adventure travel over the past three decades by consistently listening to our travelers and delivering what they desire: adaptable itineraries, the freedom to explore, smaller group sizes, safety and peace of mind, and knowledgeable local guides who provide unique insights into the destination that would be missed through any other means of travel.

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EXPERT GUIDES : Our expedition staff are experienced, enthusiastic and among the best in the industry - they are our secret to success

SMALL GROUPS: Travelling with us will always feel like going with friends and not with a group of strangers in an organized tour.

OUR EXPERIENCE: With fifteen years’ experience and over 25 Packages to Machu Picchu alone, our team knows how to deliver a successful expedition.

ENVIRONMENTAL: Education and conservation are our passion. We aim to create lifelong ambassadors for the protection of all wilderness areas.

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Letty C

Excellent worker

Jun. 2023

Joaquín excellent 👍 Very Caballero helped me with my 🎒 offered me oxygen does very well His work ⁇ in singing to Subme to the 🐎 And what a beautiful mountain it cost me to Climb but with the Joaquín's help I did!

Mariana D

A great adventure!

May. 2023

We made 4D / 3N of the Inka Trail. The experience was challenging, but it was worth it. Chef Fortunato's meals and explanations of Jony and David's places were very complete. Tmb the patience to make sure we all get there on time.

malala08

Fast and friendly service

Dec. 2022

We did not get to specify the service due to the political situation in the country, however the company quickly and carefully proceeded with the return. Very good service and when the situation calms down we will resume service with them.

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