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    Horseback Riding

    at Sacred Valley

    Discover the treasures of the Sacred Valley in a different way

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    Horseback riding at Salineras, Maras & Moray

    SALINERAS | MARAS | MORAY

    We offer you horseback riding Tours, in Cusco – Peru. One of the most beautiful sites in the country. Our tours pass by Sacred Valley of the Inca Empire. Come with us and start your adventure in the center of the world.

    The horseback riding in Cusco allows you to explore the heart of the Inca Empire in a different way. During this tour, you will visit the most beautiful archeological sites, outstanding landscapes and the Maras Salt Flats.

    • Cultural

    • Cusco

    • Easy

    Highlights

    • Bliss out with the beauty of the Andean and snow- capped mountain
    • Delight yourself with the Magnificent Sacred Valley of the Incas.
    • Hike through cozy Andean villages.
    • Explore Maras and Moray in a different way.
    • Enjoy features hand-picked lodgings throughout your trip to Perú.

    Summary

    This is a one of the best experiences for people who are looking for outdoors and doing something adventurous. This adventure is combined with different archeological sites around the Sacred Valley. This full day tour explores the area and ruins above Cusco: the well-known archaeological sites close to the city as well as some unique archaeological sites which are not frequently visited, off the beaten track.

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    Overview

    DAY 1

    Horseback Riding at Salineras, Maras, and Moray

    Explore Maras and Moray in a different way with your expert guide.

    Itinerary

    Detailed Itinerary

    DAY 1

    Horseback Riding at Salineras, Maras, and Moray (BL)

    Explore Maras and Moray in a different way with your expert guide.

    Spend a very special day on a custom horseback ride, visiting several treasures of the Sacred Valley of the Incas, off-the beaten path, and away from the crowds.

    Our bilingual guides are locals knowledgeable about the area and dedicated to this ride for the day. Our support team will prepare and serve your delicious organic lunch, carry your gear, assist you at every turn and provide door-to-door service. Last but not least, our horses are exceptional: well trained and well-cared-for specimens of the Peruvian Paso horses. You will be fully taken care of.  Everything has been figured out, to minute detail, and with ultimate care, all you have to do is enjoy your day of horseback riding along the footsteps of the Incas.

    The day starts when our private vehicle (a comfortable sedan or a van) picks you up from your accommodation in Cusco or the Sacred Valley to bring you to the Salineras Ranch, located just outside the town of Urubamba, in the Pichingoto Community on the Urubamba River. Here you will be given horseback riding and safety instructions and have the opportunity to get to know your horse.

    We will start the ride by going up an ancient, steep path for 45 minutes to the Salineras salt mines where we will observe the fascinating and ancient process of pink salt collection and harvesting. After visiting Salineras on foot, and having a snack, we will continue riding for another hour and 15 minutes up to the quaint, colonial village of Maras. We will ride through the streets, where you can see one of the first Spanish churches, and the coats of arms from different Spanish colonial families carved into the stone doorways.

    Just outside of Maras village there is a beautiful meadow, where our advance-team has set everything up for your box lunch break. We will take the time to admire the breathtaking views of the valley and the snow-capped peaks. After riding for another 45 minutes across the plains we will reach the archeological site of Moray, agricultural experimentation and development center of the Incas. You’ll have an opportunity to will visit the impressive architecture of Moray on foot. Once you have explored Moray, we will continue riding for another 45 minutes through large expanses of farmland. Throughout our descent back to the Ranch, we will have spectacular views of the mountains and fields. This part of the ride is a beautiful mix of peaceful landscapes and adventurous riding, as we can gallop or canter depending on your comfort level and desires.

    For the safety of the riders and the horses, at the very end, we will hike to the ranch down a steep path for about 20 minutes. Back at the ranch, our private vehicle will be ready to take you back to your hotel in Cusco or the Sacred Valley.

    Start time: To avoid crowds, we start this ride early – at 8:30 am, with introduction to your guides and horses and horseback riding and safety instructions.

    Pick-up time: Varies depending on the location of your hotel. If you are coming from Cusco, your driver will pick you up from your accommodations at 7:00 am, if you are already in the Sacred Valley pickup will be at 8:00 am.

    Time spent in transit: (all times are approximations, depending on road and traffic conditions)
    Cusco – Salineras Ranch: 1 hour and 15 minutes
    Urubamba – Salineras Ranch: 15 minutes
    Ollantaytambo – Salineras Ranch: 25 minutes

    Total duration of ride/tour: Approximately 7 hours, depending on the rider skill level and desired pace (does not include time in transit)
    Time spent riding: Approximately 3.5 hours
    Time at Salineras salt mines: Approximately 45 minutes (visit on foot)
    Time for picnic-style lunch break: Approximately 1 hour
    Time at Moray: Approximately 30 minutes (visit on foot)
    Time spent hiking: Approximately 20 minutes

    Distance:  21 kilometers / 13 miles
    Altitude: Salineras Ranch:  2,800 m.a.s.l. / 9,186 feet
    Salineras salt mines: 3,221 m.a.s.l. / 10,567 feet
    Maras: 3,400 m.a.s.l. / 11,155 feet
    Moray:  3,600 m.a.s.l. / 11,811 feet

    Group size: Minimum of 2 people
    Type of horses: Peruvian Paso / Creole Horse
    Weight limit: 82 kg / 180 pounds

    Price per person: 2 or 3 people US $225, groups of 4 or more US $210

    Included

    What To Expect…

    • Explore Perú in a personalized way. Plan with your expert Travel Advisor the best itinerary based on your needs and interests.
    • Personalized assistance during your complete stay in the country, we want you to enjoy a hassle-free vacation!
    • We listen to you! So, we can adapt your itinerary based on your interests, it is possible to add or to cut the activities of your preference, just let us know.
    • We are available 24 hours per day, during the week, our operations area never stops. We are here to assist you whenever you need it.
    • We work with the most experienced English-Speaking tour guides around the country, every excursion, visit, activities, will be in short groups or absolutely private.

    Included:

    • Round-trip private transportation from the place you specify to any place within Cusco or the Sacred Valley
    • A bilingual guide and guide’s assistant(s) knowledgeable about the sites
    • Entrance tickets to the Salineras/Pichingoto community area and the Salineras salt mines
    • Safety helmet
    • Snack (seasonal fruit) and water
    • Box lunch (Peruvian solterito salad made with local corn, potatoes, haba beans, fried yuca, and grilled chicken (or avocado – vegetarian), fresh organic salad, accompanied by seasonal fruits and soft drinks)

    Not included:

    • Ticket for the Moray archeological complex is not included. It has to be purchased as a part of “Boleto Turistico” – a multi-day, multi-site pass, which many of our guests already have.
    • Gratuities for guides

    We recommend you bring:

    • Sunblock and Sunglasses
    • Long-sleeved shirt, preferably in light color (for sun protection)
    • Wide-brimmed hat or sun shield ball cap
    • Comfortable walking shoes or sneakers
    • Rain jacket and a mid-layer fleece
    • Long comfortable pants or jeans
    • Boleto Turistico or cash for Boleto Turistico (only Soles are accepted)

    Pricing

    The price is fully customizable and can be tailored and flexible to your personal preferences and style, the price is basically based on final accommodation, travel dates and other custom preferences during the tour.

    Feel free to reach us via email at info@auriperu.com
    or by calling us directly at 1(800)590-5784

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