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Rainbow Mountain Excursion from Cusco with Private Service
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Rainbow Mountain Excursion from Cusco with Private Service

by MachuPicchu Journey

12 hours
Cusco
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12 hours
Starting time
Friday 11 September 2026
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Free cancellation until 10 Sept 2026.
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2 guests × $84.65
All taxes and fees included

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Overview

This full-day excursion to Rainbow Mountain begins with a private service that includes hotel pickup in Cusco between 4:30 and 5:00 AM. From Cusco, the trip continues by private transportation to the town of Cusipata, where a buffet breakfast is provided. After breakfast, the guide leads a hike to Rainbow Mountain, also known as Vinicunca, which takes about two hours. The trail passes through varied ecosystems and allows visitors to see herds of llamas and alpacas. Along the route, there are views of snow-capped peaks, glaciers, and the 6,377-meter Ausangate Mountain. Upon reaching Rainbow Mountain, there is around one hour to explore the area before returning. The total duration of the tour is approximately 12 hours, ending around 6:00 PM. The service includes private transportation, a private guide, breakfast, lunch, a walking stick, and oxygen assistance if needed. Entrance fees to Rainbow Mountain are not included.

Highlights

Private transportation from hotel in Cusco
Buffet breakfast in Cusipata before hike
Two-hour walk to Rainbow Mountain
Views of Ausangate Mountain and glaciers
Lunch provided during the tour
Oxygen assistance and walking stick included

What's included

Private transportation during the tour
Walking stick for the hike
Lunch served during the tour
Breakfast served in Cusipata
Oxygen assistance if needed
Private tour guide throughout the day

What's not included

Entrance fee to Rainbow Mountain

Itinerary

1

Cusipata

The tour begins with a hotel pickup in Cusco between 4:30 and 5:00 AM, followed by a drive to Cusipata where a buffet breakfast is served. After breakfast, the guide provides instructions before starting the two-hour hike. The trail passes through ecosystems with llamas and alpacas and offers views of the snowy Ausangate Mountain.

360 min

2

Vinicunca Mountain

Known as Rainbow Mountain, this stop includes about one hour at the peak to observe the colorful mineral layers that give the mountain its name.

60 min

Languages

German (guide)Portuguese (guide)Japanese (guide)English (guide)Italian (guide)French (guide)Spanish (guide)

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

1–15 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Infants travel on an adult's lap
Not advised for anyone with back or spinal problems
Not advised during pregnancy
Not advised for anyone with a heart condition
A moderate level of fitness is needed
Total
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