Sacsayhuaman (Saqsaywaman) Tours and Tickets

Q: Are guided tours available for Sacsayhuaman (Saqsaywaman)?

Yes, there are guided tours available for Sacsayhuaman (Saqsaywaman), which is the largest of the four archeological sites near Cusco. Tours shed light on the culture and customs of the Inca people and often include a city tour of Cusco or visits to other nearby Inca landmarks.

Q: How much is the entrance fee to Sacsayhuaman (Saqsaywaman)?

There is no separate admission ticket for Sacsayhuaman (Saqsaywaman). To enter the ruins, you’ll need to buy a type of Cusco Tourist Ticket called Circuit Ticket 1, which costs 70 Peruvian soles (approximately US$20) for tourists and 40 Peruvian soles (approximately US$10) for Peruvian nationals.

Q: Is there a combined ticket for multiple attractions in Cusco that includes Sacsayhuaman (Saqsaywaman)?

Yes, the combined ticket that grants you access to Sacsayhuaman (Saqsaywaman) also covers admission to Qenqo, Puca Pucara, and Tambomachay—three other Inca archeological sites on the outskirts of Cusco. It’s also included on the Full Ticket, which includes entry to 16 archeological sites (but not Machu Picchu) over 10 days.

Q: How long does it take to explore Sacsayhuaman (Saqsaywaman) thoroughly?

A visit to Sacsayhuaman can take anywhere from 1.5 hours to five hours, depending on how thoroughly you explore it. As it is one of the largest Inca archeological sites in the world, putting aside 2–3 hours is ideal, as it’s home to tunnels, towers, terraces, and even an Inca throne.

Q: What’s the best month to visit Sacsayhuaman (Saqsaywaman)?

The best month to visit Sacsayhuaman is June when the traditional Incan religious ceremony of Inti Raymi takes place at the archeological site. For the best chance of sunshine and the lowest chance of rain, visit Cusco during the winter months and dry season, which starts in May and ends around September.

Q: What other attractions is Sacsayhuaman (Saqsaywaman) close to?

Sacsayhuaman (Saqsaywaman) is close to other important Inca archeological sites on the outskirts of Cusco. Nearby are Qenqo, famous for its intricate Inca carvings; Puca Pucara, with its panoramic views of the Andes; Qorikancha; and Tambomachay, a water temple known as the ‘Baths of the Incas’.

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Sara_H, Apr 2026

This was a fantastic tour...

This was a fantastic tour of Incan sites around Cusco. Our guide was passionate and very knowledgeable about the history of his city. We loved the variety of locations and we even took a break at an alapaca sanctuary when it started to rain. Our driver and tour guide were prompt and professional, and supplied us with local snacks and bottled water. Would recommend to all.

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Carlotta_B, Apr 2026

Very good

The guide was really kind and flexible. She explained a lot of stuff and showed us the best for the trip. The car was comfortable

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Andrea_B, Dec 2025

A lot of good...

A lot of good information, however i was the only English speaker which made a lot of work for the guide. He did an excellent job with great information.

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Sarah_P, Dec 2025

Fantastic tour

Really interesting tour. We did not need to travel far from the city centre to see incredible Inca buildings. Our guide was really interesting and we felt we understood a lot more around the whole history than we had on other tours.

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Most Educational!!

The guide, “Benni”, was exceptional! Confident in her knowledge of Inca history, she was extremely adept in her responses to even our poorly worded questions and was professional enough use words and phrases that made understanding her explanations easier. She was very engaging, but personable and courteous. Having traveled extensively worldwide, I can confidently say, this was the most engaging and educational tour I have ever taken. Don’t lose her!

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Sol was an amazing tour guide. She was right in time to pick us up from our hotel. She introduced us to our driver and the gave us waters and snacks. Unexpected and such a thoughtful touch. She was very knowledgeable about the sights we visited and got lots of great photos for us. 10/10 would recommend any of my friends or family to book this tour.

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Priscilla_M, Sep 2025

A must do in Cusco

Tour guide was prompt, courteous and very informative. There were multiple historical sites, but the duration of the tours at each site were not overly long. The Horse back riding tour guide goes by to the pace of the least experienced rider but allows experienced riders to stretch their legs. We highly recommend this for a day trip in Cusco.

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We had the sweetest and most wonderful guide. As we toured Spanish cathedrals and Incan ruins, she described each breathtaking sight with enthusiasm, humor, and panache. She gasped “A guardian!” at the sight of an Andean thrush near a sacred cave. You can’t fake that level of excitement, and you can’t help but feel it yourself when you see it on display. I’m so grateful for this experience, and you will be, too!

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Patricia is the best!

We had the most amazing tour with Patricia. She was so nice and explained everything thoroughly. She was very patient and understanding with our group because we had to take it kind of easy as the altitude really affected some in our group. We visited Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, the Temple of the Sun, and the Cathedral. We had an awesome time and I would highly recommend Patricia!