Overview

Short Inca Trail by Maras Salt Mines 3-Day Summary

CUSCO, PERU, SOUTH AMERICA – LATAM “Latin America”

Sacred Valley & Short Inca Trail 3 days

Explore the Cusco region, starting with short walks around the salt mines of Maras to continue with the circular platforms of Moray with its Inca Trails, and finally go to Ollantaytambo to go up to the temple of the sun to walk through its natural balcony observing the different panoramic views of the tourist area, the next day, explore the Sacred Inca Trail to visit the ruins of Wiñaywayna and Inti Punku to reach Machu Picchu on foot with spectacular views of the cloud forest.

Trip Summary Short Inca Trail by Maras Salt Mines 3 Day

• Day 1: Cusco – Visiting Maras & Moray – Ollantaytambo
• Day 2: Join the inimitable Inca Trail – Aguas Calientes
• Day 3: Machu Picchu Guided Tour | Return to Cuzco by train and by road

Short Inca Trail by Maras Salt Mines 3 Day Highlights

• Experience National Park of Machu Picchu!
• Discover among the Andes mountains the salt mine that the Incas collected by hand for their consumption
• Explore the Inca Trail from the Salineras salt mines to Moray and Ollantaytambo
• Visit Machu Picchu arriving from the Sun Gate to observe the Inca citadel in its absolute magnitude with its geography and landscapes that surround it.

Why You´ll love the Short Inca Trail by Maras Salt Mines 3 Day

This active excursion covers excellent distances every day. Rely on hiking for up to six hours! But not every day is on tour. The pace is sometimes a little challenging, especially on the second and third days of the Inca Trail trek to Machu Picchu, for customers who choose to do the optional Huayna Picchu trek.

Moray Maras Salt Mines & Inca Trail

Participants must be physically healthy to compete in the Short Inca Trail by Maras Salt Mines 3 Day. Further training does recommend before departure. You will encounter uneven surfaces, stairs, steep steps, rocky and unpaved terrain, and marked slopes.

If you climb the Inca Trail from Machu Picchu, you cannot turn back and must complete the trek until you reach the town of Aguas Calientes. When visiting Machu Picchu, remember that canes are not allowed; hiking poles are permitted on the Inca Trail as long as they have rubber tips. Also, selfie sticks are prohibited, and only folding umbrellas are allowed.

Cusco is 3,500 meters – 11,000 feet above sea level, which may be a consideration for those with heart problems or those affected by altitude. We recommend our explorers consult their doctor before signing up for this adventure. Final routes and activities might change due to weather conditions, etc. We recommend purchasing personal travel insurance to cover accidents or events.

Short Inca Trail by Maras Salt Mines 3-Day Itinerary

The spectacular circular platforms of Moray and the salt mines contain their Inca and pre-Hispanic trails to be traveled on short walks, enjoying the views of the Sacred Valley and the Pumahuanca and Veronica Mountain ranges, etc.; in this section, find the detailed development of the adventure program to Machu Picchu with guided tours and beautiful walks.

BRIEFING Short Inca Trail by Maras Salt Mines 3 Day

Please note that you will need to attend the pre-hike briefing at 6:00 p.m. the day before the first day of the hike. We organize the informative talk at the hotel reception where the travelers are staying.

We recommend arriving at least a day before your excursion to acclimate to the altitude before your hiking adventure. Spending a full day in Cuzco (3,249 m/10,659 ft) relaxing and drinking plenty of water is usually enough to acclimate most people.