Cusco Tourist Ticket and Sacred Valley Site Pass

One ticket can cover the hilltop ruins above Cusco, Sacred Valley sites, and several city museums, but the right choice depends on how many days you have and where you want to go. I like the three clear pass options, which let you focus on one area or plan a wider circuit, and the ticket delivery arrangement, which can save you a stop at a ticket office.

The main consideration is that this is an admission pass, not a guided tour. You’ll need to plan your own transport and decide how to fit the sites into the pass’s 1-day, 2-day, or 10-day validity.

• Sacsayhuaman circuit: Visit Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Tambomachay, and Puca Pucara with the 1-day pass.
• Sacred Valley circuit: Use the 2-day pass for Pisaq, Ollantaytambo, Chinchero, and Moray.
• Wide-ranging 10-day option: The longest pass includes 16 archaeological sites and museums around Cusco and the Sacred Valley.
• Museum access: The 10-day pass includes the Museum of Contemporary Art, Regional Historical Museum, Popular Art Museum, and Qorikancha Site Museum.
• Ticket delivery: Tickets go to your hotel if it is in the historic center, or to Plaza de Armas if it is outside that area.
• No tour included: Admission is covered, but guided visits and other tour services are not.

Choose a pass to match your route

The Cusco Tourist Ticket is less a single attraction than a choice of three admission plans. The 1-day option centers on the archaeological sites in Sacsayhuaman Park, the 2-day option covers four Sacred Valley sites, and the 10-day option brings together 16 sites and museums across the region.

That difference matters. These are not interchangeable tickets, and you should choose based on the places you actually want to visit. If your plans are still taking shape, take a moment to compare each circuit before booking. The pass price is listed at $30 per person, but the three options have different coverage and validity, so check which ticket is included in the booking you select.

This pass works best for independent visitors who want to choose their own pace. It does not include a guide or tour, so you’ll need to arrange how you get from one site to another and decide how much time to spend at each one.

Circuit I: Four hilltop sites in one day

The 1-day pass includes Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Tambomachay, and Puca Pucara, all within the Sacsayhuaman Archaeological Park. If you want to concentrate on the archaeological sites close to Cusco, this is the most focused option.

Sacsayhuaman is the headline stop. The park is known for panoramic views over Cusco, giving you a chance to see the city from above as well as explore the archaeological remains. Set aside time to enjoy the view rather than treating the visit as a quick box to tick.

Qenqo, Tambomachay, and Puca Pucara complete the circuit. The pass gives you entry to all four sites during its one-day validity, so you can organize the visits around your own schedule. The trade-off is straightforward: you have a single day to use the ticket, and transport between sites is not part of the package.

This option makes sense if your stay is short or your plans already focus on the Cusco area. It is less suitable if you also want to visit several Sacred Valley sites, since those are covered by a different circuit.

Circuit II: Four Sacred Valley sites over two days

The 2-day pass covers Pisaq, Ollantaytambo, Chinchero, and Moray. It gives you a little more room than the 1-day circuit, with two days to visit all four sites.

Ollantaytambo is a particularly appealing stop if you’re interested in Inca architecture. Its archaeological site is a chance to see historic stonework and the layout of an Inca settlement. Chinchero also brings you to an archaeological site, while Moray is known for its broad, circular terraces. These terraces are believed to have served as an agricultural laboratory, a detail that gives the site a different character from a conventional set of ruins.

Pisaq rounds out the pass’s four locations. Taken together, the stops make this a useful choice if you want your sightseeing to focus on the Sacred Valley rather than the museums and archaeological sites around Cusco.

The two-day validity gives you flexibility, but it does not include transportation or a guide. You’ll need to work out your own route and timing. If you are already arranging a Sacred Valley visit, this pass can cover entry to the four listed sites without requiring you to buy separate admission at each one.

Circuit III: A longer pass for sites and museums

The 10-day option covers 16 archaeological sites and museums. It includes Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Tambomachay, Puca Pucara, Pisaq, Ollantaytambo, Chinchero, and Moray, plus Tipon, Piquillacta, and the Pachacutec Inca Monument.

It also includes four museums: the Qosqo Native Art Center, Museum of Contemporary Art, Qorikancha Site Museum, Regional Historical Museum, and Popular Art Museum. Together, these additions make the longest pass more than a version of the two shorter circuits. You can add museum visits to your archaeological sightseeing and spread the included attractions across as many as 10 days.

This is the natural choice if you expect to visit a broad range of places around Cusco and the Sacred Valley, rather than picking only one cluster of sites. You can also use the longer validity to avoid trying to squeeze every visit into one or two days.

The larger coverage is valuable only if it fits your plans. If you have time for just a few sites, a shorter circuit may be the simpler match. Before booking, compare the full list with your intended route, especially if you are choosing between the 2-day Sacred Valley pass and the 10-day option.

The best reason to book: easier ticket handoff

A practical plus is the delivery arrangement. If your accommodation is within Cusco’s historic center, your valid ticket is delivered to your hotel. If your accommodation is outside the historic center, delivery is to Plaza de Armas.

That can make the start of your sightseeing easier: you don’t need to begin by finding a ticket office. The handoff is one of the most useful parts of the arrangement, and the provider has been praised for leaving tickets at accommodation and communicating clearly. Still, check where your ticket will be delivered based on your hotel’s location, and make sure you know how to collect it.

The meeting point may vary depending on the option booked. Since this is an admission pass rather than a guided outing, confirm the specific instructions for your selected circuit before setting out.

What the $30 price gets you

At the listed price of $30 per person, the value depends on how many included sites you plan to visit. The pass bundles admission to the attractions in your chosen circuit, so it is most compelling when you intend to see several of them rather than just one.

The 1-day pass gives access to four sites in Sacsayhuaman Archaeological Park. The 2-day pass includes the four listed Sacred Valley sites. The 10-day pass has the broadest coverage, combining 16 archaeological sites and museums. Because the circuits differ, compare the locations and validities carefully instead of choosing by price alone.

Remember that the ticket does not include tours. There is no guide service in the included package, and you’ll need to plan your own visits. That independence is a plus if you want to set your own pace, but it means the ticket does not solve the practical question of how you will get between sites.

A little planning makes the pass more useful

First, decide which group of places matters most to you. If your priority is the archaeological park above Cusco, Circuit I keeps your plans focused. If you want the Sacred Valley sites, Circuit II gives you two days to see Pisaq, Ollantaytambo, Chinchero, and Moray. If your stay is longer and you want museums as well as archaeological sites, Circuit III offers the broadest choice.

Then match the pass validity to your schedule. The one-day circuit requires you to visit all four included sites within one day. The two-day circuit allows two days for its four stops, while the 10-day ticket provides a longer window for its 16 attractions. Don’t assume a ticket covers a site just because it appears in a different circuit. Check the exact option you are booking.

Finally, factor in ticket collection and transport. Delivery depends on whether your accommodation is in the historic center, and the pass does not include tours. If you prefer a guided, transport-arranged outing, this may not be enough on its own. If you like to make your own choices, the pass gives you a useful admission framework without dictating how long to spend at each place.

Who should buy this Cusco pass?

I’d consider this pass if you want independent access to several archaeological sites or museums and are comfortable planning your own visits. It is especially useful when you can name the circuit you want and have enough time to use the included validity.

The 10-day option is the best fit for a longer stay with a varied list of places. The 1-day and 2-day options are more focused and may suit you better if you know you want the Sacsayhuaman sites or the Sacred Valley sites, respectively.

I would pause before booking if you want a guide, transport, or a fixed itinerary included. None of those services is part of the pass. For the right independent visitor, though, it offers a practical way to organize admission across a wide range of Cusco-region sights, with ticket delivery adding a welcome bit of convenience.

FAQ

How much does the Cusco Tourist Ticket cost?

The listed price is $30 per person. The ticket options cover different sites and have different validity periods, so check the option you select.

What are the three pass options?

You can choose a 1-day pass for four sites in Sacsayhuaman Archaeological Park, a 2-day pass for four Sacred Valley sites, or a 10-day pass for 16 archaeological sites and museums.

Which sites are included in the 1-day pass?

It includes Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Tambomachay, and Puca Pucara.

Which sites are included in the 2-day pass?

It includes Pisaq, Ollantaytambo, Chinchero, and Moray.

What is included in the 10-day pass?

It includes 16 sites: Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Tambomachay, Puca Pucara, Pisaq, Ollantaytambo, Chinchero, Moray, Tipon, Piquillacta, the Pachacutec Inca Monument, Qosqo Native Art Center, Museum of Contemporary Art, Qorikancha Site Museum, Regional Historical Museum, and Popular Art Museum.

Does the pass include a tour or guide?

No. Admission is included for the sites covered by your chosen option, but tours are not included.

Where will I receive my ticket?

If your accommodation is in the historic center, the ticket is delivered to your hotel. If it is outside the historic center, delivery is to Plaza de Armas.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes. You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

Do I need to pay when I reserve?

The booking information offers a reserve-now, pay-later option, so you can reserve without paying immediately.