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Golden Peru: An Unforgettable Inti Raymi Experience in Cusco
3 Dias - 2 noches

From: USD 608.00 Per person

Summary of our offer for Inti Raymi 2024

Day 1: Inti Raymi 2024

Day 2: Machu Picchu

Day 3: Leaving Cusco

Golden Peru: An Unforgettable Inti Raymi Experience in Cusco 3 Dias - 2 noches

With the “Inti Raymi tour,” you’ll have the opportunity to get up close to Cusco’s most important festival. It’s ideal for those seeking to immerse themselves in the festivities of this city, filled with music and historical reenactments featuring over 500 actors and dancers. But above all, come and witness the rebirth and start of the Andean New Year with us, and also visit and explore the wonder of the world: Machu Picchu.

Our Trip Itinerary

Summary

  • Day 1  JUNE 24 Inti Raymi 2024 On the first day, we’ll enjoy the Inti Raymi, the most important Inca festivity in Cusco. During the ceremony held on June 24, we’ll delve into Andean history and culture. Afterward, we’ll spend the night in a comfortable hotel, continuing our adventures in the following days.
  • Day 2  JUNE 25 Machu Picchu We’ll embark on an exciting one-day round trip by train to Machu Picchu. We’ll admire the landscapes of the Sacred Valley of the Incas, explore the Inca citadel, and return by train to our starting point. We’ll spend the night in Cusco, preparing for the next day’s adventures.
  • Day 3  JUNE 26 Free Day in Cusco We’ll have the last day free until the flight time to enjoy Cusco. You can go shopping, visit the places we couldn’t see in previous days, or simply relax and soak in the city before departing.

Itinerary

Day 24th June – Inti Raymi

Breakfast at your hotel in the City of Cusco.

Qoricancha (Public Setting)
  • intiRaymi7:40 a.m. The Travel Agency will pick you up fromyour hotel with transportation and your guide to take you to the first station of the reenactment, which will be at Qoricancha (Temple of the Sun).
  • 08:00 a.m. We will gather at Qoricancha, wherewe will arrange ourselves to witness the Inca’s emergence with his entourage.
  • 09:00 a.m. or 09:30 a.m. If we raise our gaze a little, we will be able to see the Inca performing an invocation to the Sun God.
Plaza de Armas (Public Setting)
  • 10:00 a.m. We will walk to Plaza de Armas where we will position ourselves at one of the corners to witness the passage of the Inca’s procession. Then, we will take our transportation at Plaza Regocijo to head to Sacsayhuaman (approximately 20 minutes).
Saqsayhuaman-Inti Raymi (Private Setting)
  • 12:00 p.m. Saqsayhuaman (the name derived from the Quechua terms “saqsay” and “waman,” which translates to “satisfy the falcon”): This impressive archaeological site is located at an altitude of 3,555 meters, one kilometer from the Inca neighborhood of “Qolqanpata.”
  • 1:00 p.m. We will have our box lunch, and the ceremony will begin. We will be seated in the VIP orange stands to have the best view of the spectacle. This is the only setting where we will be comfortably witnessing this magnificent reenactment of Inti Raymi.
  • 3:30 p.m. (approx.) End of the reenactment. We will gather and head towards the transportation to drop you off at your respective hotels. (There will be heavy traffic on this day; some people whose hotels are near the plaza choose to walk downhill to Plaza de Armas, approximately a 15-minute walk).
  • To attend INTI RAYMI, EMUFEC offers the necessary services: Tribunes in Sacsayhuaman equipped with modern and comfortable VIP seats, mobile toilets, tourist information booth, first aid stations, and security (police and private), allowing you to enjoy the festival.
  • We have 03 VIP stands that the passenger will have to choose from: Orange stand, Red stand, Green stand.

The Inti Raymi Tour Includes:

  • Tourist transportation
  • Professional guide
  • VIP seating in Sacsayhuaman
  • Box lunch

Recommendations for the Inti Raymi Tour:

  • Windbreaker
  • Comfortable clothing
  • Small backpack with personal items
  • Camera
  • Cash for purchases
  • Mineral water
  • Sunscreen and sun hat

On June 25th, Machu Picchu Tour:

  • At the agreed-upon time after breakfast at yourhotel, we willhead to the Ollantaytambo station (approximately 2 hours).
  • We will board the train according tothe chosen schedule and make our way toMachu Picchu Pueblo.MachuPicchu
  • We will meet the guide at the bus stationto board the bus that will take us to the Machu Picchu sanctuary. The travel time is approximately 30 minutes.
  • Upon arrival at the bus, we will find the entrance gate to the Machu Picchu sanctuary, where we will present our tickets, passport, or identification document.
  • Together with the guide, we will enter the Machu Picchu sanctuary and take a guided tour of approximately 2 hours, where we will see the important points of the Inca citadel.
  • After the tour, we will have free time for photography in Machu Picchu.
  • Later, the guide will bid us farewell, and we will board the bus back to the town of Aguas Calientes, where you can enjoy a delicious lunch at the APU INTI restaurant.
  • In the afternoon, we will have time to visit the artisan markets or take a short walk around the town.
  • At the appropriate time, we will board our tourist train, arriving at Ollantaytambo. The journey takes approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes. Upon arrival at the Ollantaytambo Train Station, agency staff will be waiting to transfer you to your hotel in the city of Cusco, which takes about 1 hour and 50 minutes.
  • Arrival in Cusco.

The Machu Picchu Tour Includes:

  • Tourist transportation Cusco-Ollantaytambo-Cusco
  • Round-trip train ticket Ollantaytambo – Machu Picchu
  • Professional guide
  • Upward and downward bus tickets
  • Entrance tickets to Machu Picchu

Recommendations for the Machu Picchu Tour:

  • Warm clothing
  • Small backpack with personal items
  • Camera
  • Cash for purchases
  • Mineral water
  • Sunscreen and sun hat

On June 26th, Cusco Out:

  • Morning free to explore the city at your leisure.
  • At the appropriate time, transfer to Cusco Airport.

This day includes:

  • Transportation
  • Airport to hotel transfer

Recommendations:

  • Keep your identification documents handy
  • Light clothing
  • Detailed luggage

Prices

Hoteles y Precios para el Inti Raymi 2024

Group service (minimum 02 people)

Price per person in double or matrimonial room

cities Tourist class Executive class upper class
Cusco
  • Hotel Principe III
  • Hotel Mayu Cusco
  • Sweet Father
  • Saska Boutique Hotel
  • Hotel Inca Wasi
  • Beautiful House
  • Hotel Xima Cusco
  • Hotel Sonesta Past
  • Andean House Cathedral
Price per person
Foreigner
(Tours and Hotels)

$608.00 Per person

$686.00 Per person

$765.00 Per person

 

 

Private service (minimum 02 people)

Price per person in a double or matrimonial room

Upper class Deluxe class
  • Hotel Xima Cusco
  • Hotel Sonesta Pasada
  • Casa Andina Catedral
  •  Marriot

$811.00 Per person

$1310.00 Per person

Include / Not Include

Our Service Includes:

  • Tourist transportation for tours and transfers
  • Professional Tour Guide for Inti Raymi and Machu Picchu Inti Raymi Tour:
  • Entrance tickets to INTI RAYMI (VIP seating)
  • Inti Raymi Box Lunch
  • The service is shared with a small group of tourists Machu Picchu Tour:
  • Entrance to the Machu Picchu Sanctuary
  • Upward and downward bus tickets for Machu Picchu
  • Round-trip train ticket
  • Available transportation for passengers
  • 2 nights of hotel accommodation in Cusco

Our Service Does Not Include:

  • Unmentioned meals
  • Personal expenses

HOTELES INCLUIDOS EN NUESTROS PROGRAMAS

TOURIST  ★★ EXECUTIVE    ★★★ TOP   ★★★★ DELUXE      ★★★★★
HOTELS IN CUSCO
  • H. Príncipe III
  • H. Mayu Cusco, 
  • H. Misky Tayta
  • H. Saska Boutique
  • H. Inca WasiH. Munay Wasi
  • Casa Andina Catedral
  • Xima Cusco
  • Sonesta Posada 
  • El Convento Marriot
  • Casa Andina Premium, 
  • Aranwa 
HOTELS iN MACHU PICCHU
  • H. Inkas Land, 
  • H. Mapi Seven,
  • H. Andino Machu Picchu
  • H. Hatun Inti Class,
  • H. Ferré Machu Picchu
  • H. Santuario
  • H. Taypikala, 
  • H. Tierra Viva, 
  • H. Casa Andina Estándar 
  • H. Inka Terra
  • H. Sumaq 

Since Inti Raymi is a unique event that takes place once a year, it is not possible to reschedule a ticket for another date. It is important to consider the event date when purchasing the ticket and plan the trip well in advance to ensure ticket availability and avoid any inconvenience. It is recommended to review the cancellation and refund policies when purchasing tickets to have the necessary information in case of unforeseen circumstances. Additionally, it is important to note that during Inti Raymi, the demand for tickets and accommodation in Cusco is usually high, so it is advisable to make reservations in advance to secure a spot.

Is it possible to resell an Inti Raymi ticket?

During 2024, the entrance control for Inti Raymi did not require the verification of people’s identities when entering the stands located in Qoricancha or Sacsayhuaman. Due to this, it is possible that this year, 2024, the transfer or resale of Inti Raymi tickets to other individuals may be allowed. However, it has not been officially announced yet if this will be permitted by EMUFEC, the organizing entity of the event. It is recommended to stay tuned to official communications for more information.

How long does Inti Raymi last?

Inti Raymi is a celebration that takes place in different stages and has a total duration of approximately 2 to 3 hours, not including the breaks between each stage. The ceremony starts early in the morning at Qoricancha, where it usually lasts between 20 to 30 minutes, then continues at the Plaza de Armas of Cusco, where the average duration is about 45 minutes, and concludes at the Sacsayhuaman fortress outside the city, where the ceremony typically lasts between 1.5 to 2 hours on average. It is important to note that timings may vary slightly from year to year. It is recommended to plan in advance to be able to enjoy the entire ceremony and not miss any important parts.

Are there restrooms available during Inti Raymi?

Yes, there are basic restrooms available in the different areas where the Inti Raymi ceremony takes place, such as at Qoricancha, the Plaza de Armas of Cusco, and the Sacsayhuaman fortress. Due to the large number of people attending the event, there may be lines to use the restrooms. It is important to note that the restrooms are basic but are available for attendees to use.

Is it possible to purchase food and drinks during Inti Raymi?

Yes, during Inti Raymi, there are street vendors offering food and drinks for sale in the areas near Qoricancha and the Plaza de Armas of Cusco. However, at the Sacsayhuaman fortress, being an archaeological site, street vendors are restricted to the entrances and are not allowed to sell inside the premises. It is important to note that prices may be higher than in other places in the city, and it is advisable to carry cash in small denominations for easier purchases.

Is it possible to resell an Inti Raymi ticket?
During 2024, the entrance control for Inti Raymi did not require the verification of people’s identities when entering the stands located in Qoricancha or Sacsayhuaman. Due to this, it is possible that this year, 2024, the transfer or resale of Inti Raymi tickets to other individuals may be allowed. However, it has not been officially announced yet if this will be permitted by EMUFEC, the organizing entity of the event. It is recommended to stay tuned to official communications for more information.
Is it possible to resell an Inti Raymi ticket?
During 2024, the entrance control for Inti Raymi did not require the verification of people’s identities when entering the stands located in Qoricancha or Sacsayhuaman. Due to this, it is possible that this year, 2024, the transfer or resale of Inti Raymi tickets to other individuals may be allowed. However, it has not been officially announced yet if this will be permitted by EMUFEC, the organizing entity of the event. It is recommended to stay tuned to official communications for more information.
How long does Inti Raymi last?
Inti Raymi is a celebration that takes place in different stages and has a total duration of approximately 2 to 3 hours, not including the breaks between each stage. The ceremony starts early in the morning at Qoricancha, where it usually lasts between 20 to 30 minutes, then continues at the Plaza de Armas of Cusco, where the average duration is about 45 minutes, and concludes at the Sacsayhuaman fortress outside the city, where the ceremony typically lasts between 1.5 to 2 hours on average. It is important to note that timings may vary slightly from year to year. It is recommended to plan in advance to be able to enjoy the entire ceremony and not miss any important parts.
Are there restrooms available during Inti Raymi?
Yes, there are basic restrooms available in the different areas where the Inti Raymi ceremony takes place, such as at Qoricancha, the Plaza de Armas of Cusco, and the Sacsayhuaman fortress. Due to the large number of people attending the event, there may be lines to use the restrooms. It is important to note that the restrooms are basic but are available for attendees to use.
Is it possible to purchase food and drinks during Inti Raymi?
Yes, during Inti Raymi, there are street vendors offering food and drinks for sale in the areas near Qoricancha and the Plaza de Armas of Cusco. However, at the Sacsayhuaman fortress, being an archaeological site, street vendors are restricted to the entrances and are not allowed to sell inside the premises. It is important to note that prices may be higher than in other places in the city, and it is advisable to carry cash in small denominations for easier purchases.
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