Experience our Half Day Maras Moray ATV Tour, an affordable shared group adventure from Cusco featuring approximately 16–17 miles (26–27 km) of quad bike riding through the Sacred Valley. Explore the remarkable Inca terraces of Moray, visit the Maras Salt Mines by tour transportation, and enjoy scenic Andean landscapes with a professional guide. Daily morning and afternoon departures are available from US$38 per person.
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US$38 • Half Day • Shared Group • 16–17 Miles • Daily Departures • Beginners Welcome
What Is the Half Day Maras Moray ATV Tour?
The Half Day Maras Moray ATV Tour is a guided shared group excursion from Cusco lasting approximately 6–6.5 hours. It combines 16–17 miles (26–27 km) of ATV riding through the Andean countryside with guided visits to Moray and the Maras Salt Mines. Round trip shared transportation, a professional bilingual guide, safety equipment, and ATV practice are included. Entrance tickets are paid separately.
Quick Facts
| Tour Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Tour | Half Day Maras Moray ATV Tour |
| Price | US$38 per person |
| Duration | Approx. 5.5–6 Hours |
| Service | Shared Group |
| ATV Distance | Approx. 16–17 Miles |
| Departure | Cusco |
| Schedules | Morning & Afternoon |
| Main Sites | Moray & Maras Salt Mines |
| Guide | Professional Bilingual Guide |
| Experience | Beginners Welcome |
| Safety Equipment | Helmet & Gloves |
Price
US$38 per person
Shared Group Service • Half-Day Tour
Includes transportation from Cusco, ATV, professional guide, helmet, gloves, safety briefing, practice session, and guided visits.
Morning and afternoon departures available.
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Half Day Maras Moray ATV Tour Highlights
- Ride approximately 16–17 miles through the Sacred Valley countryside.
- Explore the circular Inca terraces of Moray.
- Visit the spectacular Maras Salt Mines.
- Experience scenic dirt trails surrounded by Andean mountains and farmland.
- Choose between morning and afternoon departures.
- Join a guided shared-group experience at an affordable price.
- Receive a complete safety briefing and practice before riding.
- No previous ATV experience required.
- Round-trip transportation from Cusco included.
- Complete the experience in approximately 5.5–6 hours.
Why Choose This Half Day Maras Moray ATV Tour?
Our Half Day Maras Moray ATV Tour offers an affordable way to explore two of the Sacred Valley’s best known attractions while enjoying a guided quad bike adventure. For US$38 per person, join a shared group with scheduled morning or afternoon departures from Cusco. Ride approximately 16–17 miles through scenic agricultural landscapes, explore Moray’s circular Inca terraces, and continue by transportation to the famous Maras Salt Mines.
This experience is ideal for travelers who want ATV riding, Inca history, and convenient transportation in one half-day tour, without the additional cost of a private excursion.
Half Day Maras Moray ATV Tour Itinerary
Hotel Pickup in Cusco
Your experience begins with scheduled pickup from your hotel or designated meeting point in Cusco, then travel approximately 55–60 minutes toward the Maras area in shared transportation while leaving the city behind and entering the landscapes of the Sacred Valley.
ATV Base – Safety Briefing & Practice
Upon arrival at the ATV base, meet your guide and receive your helmet, gloves, driving instructions, and safety briefing. You’ll also complete a short practice session before starting the main route, making the experience suitable for first-time riders.
ATV Ride Through the Sacred Valley
Ride approximately 16–17 miles (26–27 km) along scenic dirt trails through the Andean countryside near Maras and Moray. Enjoy views of agricultural fields, mountain landscapes, and traditional rural surroundings while following your guide at a controlled group pace.
Moray – Inca Agricultural Terraces
Arrive at Moray, one of the Sacred Valley’s most distinctive Inca archaeological sites. After parking the ATVs, explore its impressive circular terraces on foot with your guide and learn about their historical significance and possible role in Inca agricultural experimentation.
The guided visit is included; the entrance ticket is paid separately.
Shared Transport to Maras Salt Mines
After the ATV ride, continue toward the Maras Salt Mines by vehicle. ATVs are prohibited from entering or descending to the Maras Salt Mines, so this section of the journey is completed using tour transportation in accordance with local access regulations.
Maras Salt Mines – Traditional Salt Production
Discover the Maras Salt Mines, where thousands of traditional salt ponds extend across the mountainside. Your guide will explain how naturally salty water supplies the pools and how local families continue the region’s salt harvesting traditions. ATVs are not permitted inside the salt mine area. This part of the tour is completed by shared transportation. The guided visit is included, while the entrance ticket is paid separately.
Return to Cusco
After visiting Maras, board the shared transportation for the return journey to Cusco, completing your half day Sacred Valley ATV adventure.
What’s Included
- Scheduled hotel pickup or meeting point in Cusco
- Round-trip shared transportation
- ATV / quad bike
- Approximately 16–17 miles of ATV riding
- Professional bilingual guide
- Helmet
- Gloves
- Safety briefing
- Practice session
- Guided visit to Moray
- Transportation to Maras Salt Mines
- Guided visit to Maras Salt Mines
Not Included
- Moray entrance ticket
- Maras Salt Mines entrance ticket
- Meals
- Travel insurance
- Optional ATV damage coverage
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities
Is This ATV Tour Suitable for Beginners?
Yes. Previous ATV experience is not required. Before entering the main route, your guide explains how to operate the ATV, reviews the safety procedures, and provides time to practice. The route follows established trails and is operated at a controlled group pace.
What to Bring
- Comfortable clothes
- Closed-toe shoes
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen
- Light jacket
- Rain protection during the wet season
- Camera or smartphone
- Cash for entrance tickets and personal expenses
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does the Half Day Maras Moray ATV Tour last?
The complete experience lasts approximately 5.5–6 hours, including transportation from Cusco, safety preparation, ATV riding, and visits to Moray and Maras Salt Mines.
How far do we ride the ATVs?
The ATV portion covers approximately 16–17 miles through the Andean countryside around Maras and Moray.
Do I need previous ATV experience?
No. Beginners are welcome. Driving instructions, safety briefing, and practice are provided before the ride.
Is this a private or group ATV tour?
This is a shared group ATV tour with scheduled morning and afternoon departures, ideal for travelers looking for an affordable adventure to Moray and the Maras Salt Mines.
Prefer a more personalized experience? Explore our Private Maras Moray ATV Tour, featuring a private guide, flexible riding pace, and additional scenic stops along the route.
Are there morning and afternoon departures?
Yes. The tour operates with morning and afternoon departures, subject to availability.
Do we ride the ATVs into the Maras Salt Mines?
No. ATVs are prohibited from entering and descending to the Maras Salt Mines. After completing the ATV route, the group continues to the salt mines by tour transportation.
Are entrance tickets included?
No. Entrance tickets for Moray and the Maras Salt Mines are paid separately.
What places do we visit?
The main attractions are Moray and the Maras Salt Mines, together with the Andean countryside and mountain landscapes experienced during the ATV route.
Why Book With a Local Cusco ATV Operator?
At Cusco Peru Adventure, our local team organizes guided ATV experiences through Cusco and the Sacred Valley, combining scenic riding routes with cultural attractions and coordinated transportation. Our guides are familiar with the countryside around Maras and Moray, including local access restrictions, changing weather conditions, and established ATV trails. With professional guidance, safety instructions, and scheduled group departures, our Half Day Maras Moray ATV Tour offers a convenient and affordable way to experience the region’s landscapes and Inca heritage.
Explore Maras and Moray by ATV
Combine adventure and Inca heritage with our Half Day Maras Moray ATV Tour. Ride approximately 16–17 miles through the Sacred Valley countryside, explore Moray, visit the Maras Salt Mines, and return to Cusco, all in approximately half a day.
US$38 • Shared Group • Morning & Afternoon Departures • Beginners Welcome
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ATVs with Peruvian Poncho
Farmers at Salt Pools
Sunny Moray Terraces
Photo at Maras Salt Mines
Scenic ATV Route