The Sacsayhuamán Ceremony represents the central part of the entire Inti Raymi. As the third and final stage—and the most important—it is celebrated at the summit of Sacsayhuamán, made up of gigantic rocks that until now remain a source of investigation and enigma. In this setting, the Inca and the coya (his wife) arrive to perform the symbolic sacrifice of the llama.
The ceremony continues with the beautiful dances interpreted by the Akllas del Sol (the chosen maidens of the Inca Empire) can be appreciated. The Inca pays homage to the Sun God (Inti Sun) through prayers for the well-being and prosperity of Tahuantinsuyo Empire, offering Cacred Chicha and coca leaves to Inti God. At the end...
Highlights
5 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
5 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Inti Raymi guides and staff for Sacsayhuaman ceremony
Tourist Transportation
Check in table
Box lunch with choice of Regular or Vegetarian
Entrance orange ticket To Sacsayhuaman (main ceremony)
Extra snacks
Pick up from you hotel is not included (all streets are closed)
Meeting Points
Departure
Plazoleta Santa Teresa
We will be waiting with a sign displaying the agency's name. Upon arrival, you will check in at the registration table using your passport.
Return
Inti Raymi Sun Fest in Cusco June 24th 2026
Cusco
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The Sacsayhuamán Ceremony represents the central part of the entire Inti Raymi. As the third and final stage—and the most important—it is celebrated at the summit of Sacsayhuamán, made up of gigantic rocks that until now remain a source of investigation and enigma. In this setting, the Inca and the coya (his wife) arrive to perform the symbolic sacrifice of the llama.
The ceremony continues with the beautiful dances interpreted by the Akllas del Sol (the chosen maidens of the Inca Empire) can be appreciated. The Inca pays homage to the Sun God (Inti Sun) through prayers for the well-being and prosperity of Tahuantinsuyo Empire, offering Cacred Chicha and coca leaves to Inti God. At the end...
Highlights
5 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
5 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Inti Raymi guides and staff for Sacsayhuaman ceremony
Tourist Transportation
Check in table
Box lunch with choice of Regular or Vegetarian
Entrance orange ticket To Sacsayhuaman (main ceremony)
Extra snacks
Pick up from you hotel is not included (all streets are closed)
Meeting Points
Departure
Plazoleta Santa Teresa
We will be waiting with a sign displaying the agency's name. Upon arrival, you will check in at the registration table using your passport.
10:30 AM – 10:45 AM | Registration and Bus Boarding
Our staff will be at Plazoleta Santa Teresa holding a sign with the "Machu Picchu Peru Travel" logo.
Check in with your Guide by presenting your passport.
Board the tour bus to Sacsayhuamán, the Ceremony venue.
10:45 AM | Bus Departure
Travel duration: 45 minutes.
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM | Arrival and locate your spot
Enter through the official checkpoint.
Receive a complimentary Inti Raymi program booklet with ceremony details.
1:00 PM | Inti Raymi Begins
Historical Ceremony starring the Inca Pachacútec, Qoya and the Akllas.
Includes traditional dances, fire ceremonies, sacrifice of the llama, coca leaves and Chicha ceremony.
3:00 PM | Return by Bus
After the Inti Raymi Ceremony, proceed to the bus for return to Cusco.
4:30 PM | Arrival in Cusco
End of service.
