Inti Raymi Red Ticket Package: Bus and Lunch Included

This package offers your entrance ticket to the Inti Raymi festival for the red seating section at Sacsayhuaman (approximately 3,701 meters or 12,142 feet). These seats provide a good view of the main stage, located about 17 meters or 55 feet away.

About the Inti Raymi Festival

The Inti Raymi, or Festival of the Sun, takes place annually in Cusco (approximately 3,399 meters or 11,152 feet) on June 24th. Thousands of people gather to witness a vibrant reenactment of the Inca Empire’s most important celebration. This festival honors the winter solstice and the harvest season, marking the start of the Sun’s New Year.

Currently, Inti Raymi is the second-largest festival in South America, so booking your tour well in advance is highly recommended. The week leading up to the main event is also filled with celebrations, including concerts and street fairs.

Price Information

• Adults (13 years and older): $247 USD
• Children (5-12 years): $161 USD (Passport proof required)
• Infants (0-4 years): $0 USD
• Important Note: Peruvian citizens only receive a discount in the green seating section, not the orange.

Inti Raymi 2025 Seating Chart

What’s Included in Your Tour

• Check-in: From 10:15 AM to 10:45 AM at Plazoleta Santa Teresa (a 5-minute walk from the Main Square). Look for our check-in table.
• Transportation: Round-trip tourist bus from Cusco to the Inti Raymi festival grounds.
• Assistance: Experienced Inti Raymi guides and staff available to help you throughout the event.
• Entrance Ticket: Your official ticket to the Inti Raymi festival.
• Lunch: Choose between a regular or vegetarian meal option.
• Seating: Assigned seats in the red section from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM.
• Return Transportation: Bus back to the city center of Cusco after the festival.

What’s Not Included

Transportation from your hotel to Plazoleta Santa Teresa is not included. This is because many streets in the historical center of Cusco are closed for Inti Raymi. Please ensure you arrive at Plazoleta Santa Teresa between 10:15 AM and 10:45 AM for check-in.

Itinerary Details

10:15 AM – 10:45 AM: Bus Boarding

Our friendly team will be waiting for you at Plazoleta Santa Teresa between 10:15 AM and 10:45 AM. Here, you’ll register at our check-in table by showing your passport. After checking in, you will board the Inti Raymi tourist bus that will take you to the celebration venue – the Inca fortress of Sacsayhuaman.

10:45 AM: Bus Departure

The tourist buses will begin the approximately 45-minute drive to Sacsayhuaman for Inti Raymi. You will also receive a packed lunch to take with you, as food is not sold at the event itself.

11:30 AM – 12:30 PM: Arrival and Seating

The tourist bus will arrive at the Inti Raymi site, where you will go through an official checkpoint. At the entrance, you’ll receive a program booklet to help you follow the ceremony. You’ll also get a souvenir DVD. Our tour guide will assist everyone in finding their assigned seats in the red section.

1:00 PM: Inti Raymi Begins!

The main representation features the Inca Pachacutec, the Inca during whose reign the sun god (Inti) revealed his power. Groups representing the four corners of the Inca Empire will participate, and you’ll witness various ceremonies, dances, and vibrant displays. The ceremony lasts about 90 minutes and is primarily in Quechua, but it’s visually stunning. You can follow along with the program booklet provided.

3:00 PM: Tourist Bus Boarding

As soon as the ceremony concludes, you will be directed to board the Inti Raymi tourist bus for the return journey.

4:30 PM: Arrival in Cusco City Center

The bus will drop you off back at Plazoleta Santa Teresa. Sometimes, due to traffic management by the police, the drop-off might be at Limacpampa Plaza.

What to Bring With You

• Your original passport (very important!)
• Comfortable walking shoes or sneakers
• Water to stay hydrated
• A hat for sun protection
• Sunglasses
• Sunscreen
• A small roll of toilet paper
• A small backpack
• Some snacks if you like
• Peruvian Soles in small denominations for using the restrooms

Physical Requirements

The Inti Raymi tour is rated as very easy. However, you should be comfortable walking for about 10 minutes from the bus to your designated seat.

Availability

The Inti Raymi tour is available ONLY once a year, on June 24th, and advance booking is necessary.

Terms and Conditions

• The Inti Raymi tour is non-transferable, and participants cannot change the date of their booking.
• All booking cancellations must be made in writing and are subject to a cancellation fee.
• Cancellations made more than 10 days prior to the tour date will incur a $50 USD per person cancellation fee.
• Cancellations made less than 10 days prior to the tour date will incur a 100% cancellation fee of the total tour cost.
• If a traveler leaves the tour during the program due to altitude sickness, health issues, or any other reason, no refunds will be provided, and no claims will be accepted.
• You agree to cover any personal expenses incurred if you leave the tour, such as meals, accommodation, return transportation, medical expenses, etc.
• It is mandatory for all clients to have personal travel insurance. This insurance should cover personal accidents, medical expenses, loss of property, and any other expenses that might arise due to loss, damage, or injury.
• Inti Raymi may be interrupted or even canceled due to weather conditions, natural disasters, or other disturbances like civil unrest, worker strikes, etc. If the tour is canceled for your safety due to circumstances beyond our control, the only refundable portion will be $150 USD.

¡Qué chévere! We look forward to welcoming you to Peru for the amazing Inti Raymi festival! Remember to book your spot early – ¡no te pierdas esta experiencia única! (Don’t miss out on this unique experience!)