Immerse yourself in the time of the Incas!
Celebrate the festival of the sun, Inti Raymi, the ceremony of Inca origin that is today famous worldwide. The Inti Raymi tour is organized by Machupicchu Terra, an official and authorized tourism agency. Offers pick-up at previously agreed meeting points, transportation to Sacsayhuamán for the main function (at 1.30 pm), entry to the seats: red, green or orange seats. In addition, professional guide and box lunch. The tour also includes the company of the guide for the shows at the Coricancha (9 am) and Main Square of Cusco (11 am). All within a quality and well-organized service.
Itinerary
Start – 11:30 a.m. (Regocijo Square)
- The Inti Raymi tour takes place on June 24th. The experience begins around 11:30 a.m. when we gather at Regocijo Square (located just a few steps from the Main Square). Afterwards, the visitor will be guided by the professional tour guide to the tourist transport that will take them (a 30-minute trip) to the Sacsayhuamán fortress.
- The tour guide will provide each visitor with a ‘box lunch’ that includes a starter, main course, snacks, drinks, and candies. Everything is prepared with healthy ingredients and the best Cusco-style seasoning to enjoy the show in comfort.
- Afterwards, the group will enter Sacsayhuamán and take their respective seats (choose a red, green, or orange seat). Once comfortably seated, there will be free time to have lunch before the show begins.
Inti Raymi Show – 2:00 p.m. (Sacsayhuamán)
- The Inti Raymi show at Sacsayhuamán is the main event. It starts at 2:00 p.m. and lasts approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes. During the entire show, visitors will hear the tour guide’s explanation of the interpretation performed during the Sun Festival (Inti Raymi).
- The show features the participation of over 500 actors and actresses. During the ceremony, you’ll witness the Inca performing the chicha ritual (a fermented corn drink used during Inca times), the fire ritual (a symbol of purity and protection), and the ritualistic reading of the coca leaf (a ceremony predicting prosperity). You’ll also see a dramatization of the sacrifice of a black llama in honor of the Sun god. The show ends around 4:30 p.m.
End – 5:30 p.m. (Regocijo Square)
- Finally, the group will reunite to board the tourist transport that will take them back to the center of Cusco (Regocijo Square), where the tour ends around 5:30 p.m.
Inti Raymi Tour Prices
| Inti Raymi Full Day Tour | Foreign | Peruvian |
|---|---|---|
| Green Zone | 220 USD | 145 USD |
| Orange Zone | 295 USD | 295 USD |
| Red Zone | 285 USD | 285 USD |
Inti Raymi Zones
Available seats on the Inti Raymi tour
Learn the differences between the three stands available for the Inti Raymi show in Sacsayhuamán:
| Inti Raymi | Green armchair | Red armchair | Orange armchair |
|---|---|---|---|
| Location | Eastern lateral sector | Western lateral sector | Central sector |
| Advantage | Close-up view of the actors’ entrance | Area where the sun’s rays are felt less | Most central view of the show |
| Disadvantage | Area where the sun’s rays fall directly | The highest prices of the show | Area where the sun’s rays fall directly |
| Approximate price | Entrance alone costs approximately USD 140. | Entrance alone costs approximately USD 190. | Entrance alone costs approximately USD 190. |
| Recommendation | Wear a hat and sunscreen | Bring water and snacks | Wear a hat and sunscreen |
| Availability | Buy 2 or 3 months in advance | Purchase 3 months in advance | Purchase 3 months in advance |
| Discount | Discounts for children and Peruvian citizens | Discounts for children | Discounts for children |
Video. What is Inti Raymi, the festival of the sun, like?
Inti Raymi is a world-famous festival that is celebrated every year on June 24 in the city of Cusco, Peru. In this video you will learn what this festival is really like, taking visitors back to the time of the Incas.
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Services that are and are not included in the tour
The Inti Raymi Full Day tour in All Inclusive service offers all the necessary services for a safe trip. Find out what the tour includes and does not include:
- Pick-up will take place at Regocijo Square (located a few steps from Main Square).
- Professional tour guide throughout the tour (from start to finish).
- Tourist transportation from the center of Cusco to the door of the archaeological site of Sacsayhuamán (round trip).
- Entrance to the Inti Raymi show in Sacsayhuamán (red, green or orange seat).
- Box lunch in Sacsayhuamán.
- Return tourist transportation to the center of Cusco.
- Entry to seat in Coricancha (optional).
Stages where the Inti Raymi takes place
- Qorikancha: Inti Raymi begins at the Qorikancha (Temple of the Sun), the most important religious center of the Inca Empire. Here, the Inca and his entourage pray to the sun to ask for its blessing on the crops and the well-being of the people.
- Cusco Plaza de Armas: The ceremony then moves to the Plaza de Armas, where the Inca performs a sun salutation, accompanied by traditional dances and music, to ensure the prosperity of the people and the land.
- Sacsayhuamán: Finally, the Inti Raymi culminates at Sacsayhuamán, a ceremonial fortress. Here, the Inca offers a great offering to the sun, praying for abundance and prosperity for the lands of Tahuantinsuyu, while rituals are celebrated, accompanied by the majesty of the site.
Inti Raymi Tour Map
The Inti Raymi tour takes place in the city of Cusco every June 24. The tourist circuit includes three historical places in the Inca capital: Coricancha, Main Square and Sacsayhuamán:
Questions and answers about the Inti Raymi Tour
Learn the most frequent questions and answers sent to us by visitors interested in the Inti Raymi Full Day All Inclusive tour. Do you have doubts? You can also ask your question to the email info@machupicchuterra.com.
1. Why is Inti Raymi celebrated?
Inti Raymi is celebrated on June 24 every year at the initiative of Cusco citizens as a tribute to their Inca ancestors. The staging of Inti Raymi is carried out following the Spanish chronicles of the 16th century that describe this great Inca festival in homage to the sun god.
2. How many hours does the Inti Raymi tour last?
The Inti Raymi takes place in three historical settings: the Coricancha (start at 9 am), the Main Square (start at 11 am) and Sacsayhuamán (start at 2 pm). The tour begins with the pick-up of the visitor from the door of their hotel at 7.30 am. It ends with the return to the center of Cusco at 5.30 pm. That is, it lasts 10 hours on average.
3. What does the Inti Raymi Full Day All Inclusive tour include?
The tour includes pick-up at Regocijo Square (located just steps from the Main Square), round-trip transportation to Sacsayhuamán, a professional tour guide throughout the tour, admission to the main show at Sacsayhuamán, and a box lunch with healthy and delicious Andean ingredients.
4. Why book a seat ticket at the Inti Raymi show at Coricancha?
The tour includes entry to the main show in Sacsayhuamán (2 hours 30 minutes of show). Optionally, not included in the tour, the visitor can add a seat to comfortably watch the show at Coricancha (45 minutes of show). You can add this ticket in the reservation form.
5. Does the Inti Raymi Full Day All Inclusive tour offer discounts?
The Inti Raymi tour offers discounts for Peruvian citizens.
6. Is it possible to cancel the Inti Raymi Full Day All Inclusive tour?
Yes, the Inti Raymi tour is not subject to cancellation since it takes place only one day a year and the entity that issues the tickets does not allow the refund of the ticket. It is recommended to be safe and plan your trip well at the time of booking.
7. How can I make payment for the Inti Raymi Full Day All Inclusive tour?
You can make payment for the Inti Raymi tour via the website 'entradaintiraymi.com'. You must complete the reservation form through the reservation form with your personal information (choose the seat in Sacsayhuamán). Payment is then made with Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Diners Club or PayPal credit or debit cards.
8. Which of the tickets to Sacsayhuamán to choose on the Inti Raymi Full Day All Inclusive tour?
All tickets offer comfort to appreciate the Inti Raymi show in Sacsayhuamán (orange seat, green seat and red seat). Choose your ticket in advance and enjoy the great festival of the sun.
9. Can I change the date of the Inti Raymi Full Day All Inclusive tour?
No, the tour is not subject to change of date since it takes place only one day a year (June 24) and the entity that issues the tickets does not allow the refund of the ticket.
10. How far in advance to book the Inti Raymi Full Day All Inclusive tour?
It is recommended to purchase the tour 2 or 3 months in advance of the day of the event (June 24). Otherwise you run the risk of not finding free availability. Tickets usually sell out quickly.