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Rainbow Mountain Tour: Discover Peru's Hidden Gem
4.7
668 Ratings
Cusco
Rainbow Mountain, a recent discovery, has emerged as a prime destination for both tourists and locals in Peru.
Rainbow Mountain, a recent discovery, has emerged as a prime destination for both tourists and locals in Peru.
Duration:
12 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Cusco - The day begins very early, with pickups between 03:00 a.m. and 03:30 a.m. directly from your hostels or hotels in Cuzco to Cusipata.\n\nThe initial drive will take approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.\n- Cusipata - The first stop will be in Cusipata, for 30 minutes, to have breakfast. \n\nFrom there we continue onwards with our journey…
- Cusco - The day begins very early, with pickups between 03:00 a.m. and 03:30 a.m. directly from your hostels or hotels in Cuzco to Cusipata.\n\nThe initial drive will take approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.\n- Cusipata - The first stop will be in Cusipata, for 30 minutes, to have breakfast. \n\nFrom there we continue onwards with our journey for another hour and a half, passing through the village of Pitumarce, until Hanchipata-Llama Chimpana, where the hike starts.\n- Ausangate Peru - You will begin the walk at the foot of the Ausangate mountain range and make your way up the mountain for approximately 1 hour 45 minutes. \n\nWe will then arrive at the highest point of the Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca) and the best place to see the incredible colors and the Ausangate snowy peak.\n- Vinicunca Mountain - This will be the highest point on the mountain, you will have the opportunity to see the different types of South American camelids (relatives of the camels). \n\nWe will also have the chance to visit the red hill, where we will have time to soak in the scenery and take some beautiful pictures. Please be aware that the red hill entrance fee is not included in the price of the ticket. \n- Cusco - You will finish the hike with a 1-hour descent into the flat terrain and back to where the walk began. \n\nThere, the driver will be waiting for you to return to the District of Cusipata where you can enjoy 1 hour of a delicious traditional lunch. \n\nFollowing lunch, we will return to Cusco, arriving at approx. 3:30 p.m.
What's Included
- Professional bilingual guide
- Hotel pickup and city-center drop-off
- Exclusive entrance fees included
- Private transportation throughout
- Meals provided
- Health and safety equipment
- Professional bilingual guide
- Hotel pickup and city-center drop-off
- Exclusive entrance fees included
- Private transportation throughout
- Meals provided
- Health and safety equipment
What's Not Included
- 30 soles entrance fee to Red Valley reserve area (optional)
- Walking Stick
- Saddle horse (if required)
- Bottled water
- 30 soles entrance fee to Red Valley reserve area (optional)
- Walking Stick
- Saddle horse (if required)
- Bottled water
Location
Cusco
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.7
(668 Ratings)
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Goplaces64613001361
Dec 17, 2024
Great Trek! - Was good. Weather was bad when we were there but we still had a good time. Food for breakfast and lunch was also nice. Guide was friendly and helpful.
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V4099fmphilipc
Dec 16, 2024
Rainbow mountain - Amazing day trip, really kind tour guide and amazing views during the hike! Angel made our day with his enthusiastic support during the hike.
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I6060fbbryanm
Dec 15, 2024
Go to their website and book this now. - Jose Carlos was great! Always keeping the group on time and providing very detailed explanations with a touch of humor. The mountain and valley could be the most beautiful locations I visited in Peru. Pickup and transportation was easy, the food was delicious, and the hiking surface was well maintained and supported by many locals. Make sure you bring enough soles in case you need to take the horse up and to have a beer & alpaca meal during the hike.
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_tvanwyk_
Dec 15, 2024
Rainbow Mountain day trip - Excellent tour led by José. Got to the trek before the crowds. Both breakfast and lunch were great. Spectacular views from Red Valley.
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Fearless19669797741
Dec 15, 2024
Top experience - Amazing tour! It was quite demanding because of the altitude but the views at the top were definitely worth the effort. Our guide Angel was very friendly and caring. Would definitely recommend this tour!
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Doris
Dec 12, 2024
Wonderful agency! - Amazing experience! Tour that is worth a lot! Our guide Carlos was fantastic and very friendly! Agency with impeccable service and super punctual transport!
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Y8544frsebastians
Dec 11, 2024
Overall great tour from Cusco - Great value for money - food was really decent and the tour guides were super nice as well. We got picked up directly at our hotel.
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Pola404
Dec 9, 2024
Great day at Rainbow Mountain and Red Valley - It was an amazing experience the views were wonderful and the road was very nice and beautiful. At all times we saw different animals like alpacas and llamas and the mountain did not disappoint. In the end we went to the red valley where the views were breathtaking. Highly recommended. Guide Angel explained a lot of interesting and enjoyable information that gave a perfect touch to the experience.
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Cammym982
Dec 8, 2024
Great company and great guides - Great being the first on the mountain and enjoying Roxanne’s guide and information about the mountain. Food was great and that the time was on point about when we left and when we got back! Take the red valley side tour it’s worth it!
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Carlawithac
Dec 12, 2024
Rainbow mountain and The red valley - Picked up early and it was a long drive with a stop off for breakfast. We loved the hike although my partner found it challenging due to the altitude. We were lucky with great views of rainbow mountain and the red valley (optional extra but worth it). I wish the guide had been better at giving info.
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