Inti Raymi Full Day Tour
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FromUSD 245USD 220Peruvian price USD 145
About this tour package
- Start: Meeting at Regocijo Square between 11:30 am and 12 pm.
- Duration: 6 hours.
- Type of transport: Spacious minivan full equipment.
- Tickets included (no queues): Entry to orange zone (recommended), green zone or orange zone.
- Tour guide: In English and Spanish (shared service).
- Feeding. ‘Box lunch’.
- Payment methods: Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Diners Club, PayPal.
- Immediate confirmation.
Description
- Every June 24th, Cusco celebrates one of the world’s most amazing traditions: the Inti Raymi festival. This gigantic display revisits the Inca heritage through a celebration in honor of the sun, just as the Incas did hundreds of years ago. This tour package includes a seat on the esplanade of the Sacsayhuaman archaeological site to appreciate the event. It also offers a tour guide who will accompany you to understand the show in Quechua (the language of the Incas). The service also includes transportation and a boxed lunch.
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This is the experience
- If you plan to visit Cusco on June 24th, you shouldn’t miss the incredible Inti Raymi spectacle in Cusco. The tour includes personalized attention from start to finish. It begins with a meeting at Regocijo Square, just steps from the Main Square (11:30 am to 12 pm) and accompaniment by a professional tour guide through the main show in one of the seats of the historic Sacsayhuamán fortress. Every detail of the show will be explained by the guide. The service also includes all-day transportation as well as a nutritious box lunch.
Prices
Inti Raymi Full Day Tour | Foreign | National |
|---|---|---|
| Green Zone | 220 USD | 145 USD |
| Red Zone | 285 USD | 285 USD |
| Orange Zone | 295 USD | 295 USD |
Inti Raymi Tour Map
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Itinerary
- On June 24th, between 11:30 a.m. and 12:00 a.m., we will meet at Regocijo Square (in front of the Main Square) to head to the waiting area for the tourist transportation, just 5 minutes from the meeting point.
- At the meeting point, each visitor will receive a box lunch. The tour transport will take us to the famous Inca fortress of Sacsayhuaman. There, each visitor will receive a box lunch to recharge their batteries. This performance is only available to those who have purchased tickets. As the tour package includes admission tickets, each visitor will enjoy the show in their respective seats in complete comfort.
- The Sacsayhuaman performance is the most spectacular of the Inti Raymi. It lasts approximately two hours (ending around 3:30 p.m.).
- Finally, in the afternoon, the tourist transport will return tourists to the city center of Cusco, where the tour concludes.
Difference Inti Raymi in Coricancha, Main Square and Sacsayhuaman
Show in Coricancha | Show in Main Square | Show in Sacsayhuaman | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exact location | Coricancha Esplanade (El Sol Avenue) | Cusco Main Square s/n | Esplanade of the archaeological site of Sacsayhuaman |
| Start time. | 9 am | 11 am | 2 pm |
| Duration | 40 minutes | 40 minutes | 2 hours |
| Entrance | Free (optional seat for extra payment) | Free | With entrance (orange, green or red zone) |
| Public | Standing (seat at extra cost) | Everyone stand up | Seat included |
| Show | Dance and music show. The Inca makes an offering to the sun. | Offering show by the committees of the four suyas. The Inca and the coya make offerings to the sun. | Main ceremony of homage to the sun with the entire cast of the four Suyos. |
| Included in the tour package | Not included | Not included | Tickets, transportation, box lunch, and professional tour guide |
| Advisable | Hat and sunscreen | Hat and sunscreen | Hat and sunscreen. |
Includes
- Wide tourist transport.
- Entrance tickets to the Inti Raymi show in Sacsayhuaman in the orange zone (recommended), green zone, or red zone.
- Tour guide service in English and Spanish.
- Box lunch.
- Immediate confirmation.
- Snacks and drinks.
- Tips.
What to bring?
- Passport (or identity document).
- Hat or cap.
- Comfortable clothes.
- A jacket.
- Raincoat.
- Snacks and drinks.
- Sunscreen.
Where does the tour package start and end?
- The service begins with the group meeting at the meeting point in Regocijo Square in downtown Cusco (a few steps from Cusco’s Main Square).
- The service ends at Regocijo Square in the city center (a few steps from most tourist hotels and restaurants).
How to prevent altitude sickness?
- Altitude sickness, or soroche, can cause some discomfort during your visit, such as dizziness, fatigue, or nausea. Try to avoid alcoholic beverages and fatty foods before your visit.
- To reduce symptoms, try to acclimatize to the altitude of Cusco the day beforehand. Drinking coca leaf infusions (a natural plant used by the Incas) is an excellent option.
Group or private services
- The information described applies to shared services (for a diverse group of tourists). If you would like a private service (for your own group of family or friends), please contact us at info@machupicchuterra.com.
Frequent questions
What day does the tour package take place?
Inti Raymi (Festival of the Sun) is celebrated every June 24th in the city of Cusco. It is a revival of an ancient Inca celebration. Today, it is celebrated with a huge display of celebration.
What type of ticket does the tour package include?
The tour package includes admission to the “Green Zone” for the Inti Raymi performance at the Sacsayhuaman fortress. This ticket is a general admission ticket. Tickets with better seating are available. You can upgrade to a better ticket by emailing us.
Is the Inti Raymi show in Coricancha and Main Square free?
Yes. The Inti Raymi shows at the Coricancha temple and the Main Square in Cusco are free to the general public. This is why large crowds gather. The show at the Sacsayhuaman fortress, on the other hand, requires an admission ticket.
How long does the Inti Raymi show last in Sacsayhuaman?
The Inti Raymi spectacle in Sacsayhuaman (the most important) lasts approximately two hours. Hundreds of actors and actresses participate in this performance, impersonating the Inca, his wife, his entourage, his army, and his hundreds of servants.
Is it allowed to cancel the tour package?
No, the Inti Raymi service cannot be canceled. It’s recommended to choose the date wisely to avoid setbacks.
Is it allowed to change the date of the tour package?
No, the tour package is not subject to change. It’s recommended to choose your date carefully.
Are there discounts on the Inti Raymi tour package?
Yes, Peruvian citizens and children receive discounts on Inti Raymi tour packages.
Where can I purchase the Inti Raymi tour package?
The Inti Raymi tour package can only be purchased online through a travel agency. Tickets and the tour cannot be purchased in person in Cusco.
What is the most recommended ticket for the Inti Raymi tourist package in Sacsayhuaman?
The orange zone entrance is the most recommended, as it offers the best view of the show. The other entrances, green and red, also offer excellent views.
What language is the guide in at Inti Raymi?
Tour guide service for the Inti Raymi show is provided in Spanish or English. Looking for a tour guide who speaks another language? We recommend choosing a private tour package. Just contact info@machupicchuterra.com.
Which Inti Raymi entry is the best?
- Orange zone – The orange zone allows you to see the Inti Raymi spectacle in Sacsayhuaman from a front area. It is the most recommended type of ticket. Seats have limited availability, so it is recommended to make a reservation 2 to 3 months in advance.
- Green zone – The green area allows a side view of the Inti Raymi spectacle. However, since the show revolves around the audience, you still get a good view of the show. The green area is the cheapest ticket. Advance reservations are recommended as availability is limited.
- Red zone – The seats in the red zone are those with a side view but closer to the Inti Raymi show in Sacsayhuaman. It has the same cost as the orange zone (the latter is the one that depletes its availability the fastest). It is recommended to purchase this service in advance.
Why choose the seats at the Inti Raymi show in Coricancha?
- Comfortable seats – The seats of the Inti Raymi show at the Coricancha are comfortable and safe. This show is free for all. However, tourists appreciate this stand-up show surrounded by a crowd. The seats allow you to appreciate the show in a private area with total comfort.
- Privileged place – The seats have a privileged space from where you can see the show with a close view. Attendees will be able to get the best photos of the show from the comfort of their seat. The seats have limited availability, so it is recommended to make a reservation 2 or 3 months in advance.
- Avoid crowds – The Inti Raymi show in Coricancha is free to the public. Because of this, attendees look for a better place up to three hours before the show. To avoid these inconveniences, it is recommended to reserve seats for the show in Coricancha. The seats are private and are reserved for an extra cost in this service.
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