Cusco to Rainbow Mountain Full Day
ID: GYG549612-946895
Category:
Country: Peru
Country: Peru
Duration: 1 days
Description
Embark on a journey from the historic city of Cusco to the stunningly colorful landscapes of Rainbow Mountain. Our Rainbow Mountain Tour offers an awe-inspiring adventure to the Vinicunca Mountains.
The Cusco to Rainbow Mountain tour starts with an early morning hotel pickup at 4:00 AM and a drive to Cusipata for a traditional Andean breakfast. Following breakfast, there's a further one-hour drive to the trailhead, with a stop to pay entrance fees. Participants receive a safety briefing before embarking on a 1.5-hour hike to the summit of Rainbow Mountain. An option to rent a horse is available for those who prefer not to hike. The trek offers insights into local Andean communities and their traditions, as well as opportunities to see wildlife and Ausangate mountain. At the summit, there's time to appreciate the colorful landscape and learn about its cultural significance. An optional hike to the red valley is available if time allows. The day concludes with a hike back, lunch, and a return drive to Cusco, arriving between 5:00 and 6:00 PM.
The Cusco to Rainbow Mountain tour starts with an early morning hotel pickup at 4:00 AM and a drive to Cusipata for a traditional Andean breakfast. Following breakfast, there's a further one-hour drive to the trailhead, with a stop to pay entrance fees. Participants receive a safety briefing before embarking on a 1.5-hour hike to the summit of Rainbow Mountain. An option to rent a horse is available for those who prefer not to hike. The trek offers insights into local Andean communities and their traditions, as well as opportunities to see wildlife and Ausangate mountain. At the summit, there's time to appreciate the colorful landscape and learn about its cultural significance. An optional hike to the red valley is available if time allows. The day concludes with a hike back, lunch, and a return drive to Cusco, arriving between 5:00 and 6:00 PM.
Highlights
- Guests enjoy a traditional Andean breakfast in Cusipata.
- There's an optional extension to the hike leading to the stunning Red Valley.
- Breathtaking views of the vividly colored Rainbow Mountain.
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
INCLUDED
NOT INCLUDED
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.