EASTER IN CUSCO
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What to do for Easter in Cusco?
Easter is one of the most important religious holidays in the world and the millenary Cusco is no exception. During those dates, many tourists take advantage of this vacation to visit Machu Picchu and it is advisable to buy the train to the Inca Citadel in advance.
How it is celebrated?
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- Palm Sunday
- Holy Monday
- Good Friday
- Easter Sunday

- Place: Cathedral Basilica
- Time of blessing of Ramos: Usually from 9 in the morning

- Place: Cusco Cathedral
The celebration begins with a staging of the way of the Cross that ends in Saqsaywaman. The Hampi Rantikuy (Medicinal Plant Fair) will be held in parallel. Also, families prepare 12 typical dishes. It is said that the number of plates is in the representation of the 12 apostles of Jesus.
- Place: Plaza San Francisco

- Place: Cusco Cathedral / Plaza de Armas.
- Time: Usually 11:00 a.m.
Is Machu Picchu open during Easter?
Yes, Machu Picchu will be open during the Easter holidays. On these dates, you will find national and international tourists willing to get to know the Inca citadel. Therefore, we recommend buying your train tickets in advance so that you have the opportunity to get to know a Wonder of the World. We recommend that for your visit to Cusco and Machu Picchu you bring plastic ponchos, umbrellas and/or waterproof jackets, sunscreen and repellent.
Trains to travel to Cusco and Machu Picchu
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW TO TRAVEL
- Keep your ID in hand.
- Arrive at the train station at least 30min before boarding time.
- Mandatory use of double mask or a single KN95 mask.
- Present your boarding pass using our PeruRail eTicket app.
- Max. baggage 5kg or 05kg/11lb and size (height + length + width) See more
- Vaccination card, according to our protocols