Cusco Day Trip to Rainbow Mountain and Red Valley with Meals
by Rainbow Mountain Travels
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This full-day bus trip starts early with hotel pickup in Cusco between 3:00 a.m. and 3:30 a.m. to reach Rainbow Mountain ahead of the crowds. The drive takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes to Cusipata, where the hike begins. At Cusipata, travelers have a 30-minute break for a traditional Andean breakfast before continuing a 1-hour drive through the highlands to Hanchipata - Llama Chimpana, the trailhead for Rainbow Mountain. The hike to Rainbow Mountain’s summit takes around 1 hour and 45 minutes ascending through the Ausangate mountain range. During the trek, llamas and alpacas may be seen along the path. After reaching the colorful peak, there is an optional 1-hour hike to Red Valley, known for its red and copper rock formations and fewer visitors. Oxygen tanks and safety gear are provided by the guides throughout the trip. After the hikes, participants return by foot to the trailhead, then drive back to Cusipata for a one-hour buffet lunch featuring traditional Andean dishes. The trip concludes with a return drive to Cusco, arriving around 3:30 p.m. Drop-off is at Avenida El Sol in front of Qorikancha temple at approximately 4:30 p.m. The tour includes private transportation, meals, and entrance fees to Vinicunca and Cusipata.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Cusco
The trip starts early with hotel pickups between 3:00 a.m. and 3:30 a.m. in Cusco. The group drives for about 1 hour and 30 minutes to Cusipata, aiming to reach Rainbow Mountain before crowds arrive for a quieter visit.
Cusipata
At Cusipata, the group stops for 30 minutes to have a warm traditional Andean breakfast. After breakfast, the journey continues with a 1-hour drive through highland scenery and the village of Pitumarca to Hanchipata–Llama Chimpana, where the hike to Rainbow Mountain begins.
30 min
Vinicunca Mountain
The hike starts at the foot of the Ausangate mountain range and lasts about 1 hour and 45 minutes uphill to the summit of Rainbow Mountain. Along the way, travelers may see llamas and alpacas. The summit provides views of the colorful landscape.
120 min
Optional Red Valley Hike
After reaching Rainbow Mountain, there is an option to hike for an additional hour to Red Valley. This area features red and copper peaks with fewer visitors. Oxygen tanks and safety equipment are available, and guides assist throughout the hike.
60 min
Cusco
Following the hikes, the group descends on foot for about 1 hour back to the trailhead. Then, they return to Cusipata for a 1-hour buffet lunch with traditional Andean dishes. After lunch, the trip returns to Cusco, arriving around 3:30 p.m., with drop-off at Avenida El Sol by Qorikancha temple around 4:30 p.m.
60 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Cusco Day Trip to Rainbow Mountain and Red Valley with Meals
by Rainbow Mountain Travels
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$98Overview
This full-day bus trip starts early with hotel pickup in Cusco between 3:00 a.m. and 3:30 a.m. to reach Rainbow Mountain ahead of the crowds. The drive takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes to Cusipata, where the hike begins. At Cusipata, travelers have a 30-minute break for a traditional Andean breakfast before continuing a 1-hour drive through the highlands to Hanchipata - Llama Chimpana, the trailhead for Rainbow Mountain. The hike to Rainbow Mountain’s summit takes around 1 hour and 45 minutes ascending through the Ausangate mountain range. During the trek, llamas and alpacas may be seen along the path. After reaching the colorful peak, there is an optional 1-hour hike to Red Valley, known for its red and copper rock formations and fewer visitors. Oxygen tanks and safety gear are provided by the guides throughout the trip. After the hikes, participants return by foot to the trailhead, then drive back to Cusipata for a one-hour buffet lunch featuring traditional Andean dishes. The trip concludes with a return drive to Cusco, arriving around 3:30 p.m. Drop-off is at Avenida El Sol in front of Qorikancha temple at approximately 4:30 p.m. The tour includes private transportation, meals, and entrance fees to Vinicunca and Cusipata.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Cusco
The trip starts early with hotel pickups between 3:00 a.m. and 3:30 a.m. in Cusco. The group drives for about 1 hour and 30 minutes to Cusipata, aiming to reach Rainbow Mountain before crowds arrive for a quieter visit.
Cusipata
At Cusipata, the group stops for 30 minutes to have a warm traditional Andean breakfast. After breakfast, the journey continues with a 1-hour drive through highland scenery and the village of Pitumarca to Hanchipata–Llama Chimpana, where the hike to Rainbow Mountain begins.
30 min
Vinicunca Mountain
The hike starts at the foot of the Ausangate mountain range and lasts about 1 hour and 45 minutes uphill to the summit of Rainbow Mountain. Along the way, travelers may see llamas and alpacas. The summit provides views of the colorful landscape.
120 min
Optional Red Valley Hike
After reaching Rainbow Mountain, there is an option to hike for an additional hour to Red Valley. This area features red and copper peaks with fewer visitors. Oxygen tanks and safety equipment are available, and guides assist throughout the hike.
60 min
Cusco
Following the hikes, the group descends on foot for about 1 hour back to the trailhead. Then, they return to Cusipata for a 1-hour buffet lunch with traditional Andean dishes. After lunch, the trip returns to Cusco, arriving around 3:30 p.m., with drop-off at Avenida El Sol by Qorikancha temple around 4:30 p.m.
60 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.