About this experience
Enjoy the famous Mountain of 7 Colors, one of the most famous tourist attractions in Peru. The 1-day tour includes everything you need for this adventure: full transportation, breakfast, lunch, tour guide, walking implements and tickets. Unlike other package tours, visitors will not have to queue to pay for mountain admission. Also, our tour guides are trained in first aid.
At a glance
- Duration: 14 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 14 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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What is included
- Tour guide service in English and Spanish.
- Canes for the walk.
- Tickets to the mountain 7 colors.
- Pick up from the hotel.
- Comfortable and safe complete transportation.
- Buffet lunch.
- Breakfast buffet.
- Option to change or cancel the tour up to 3 days before (under penalty).
Not included
- Transport on horseback to the mountain 7 colors.
- Snacks and drinks.
- Tips.
Itinerary and highlights
The tour starts with hotel pickup between 4:30 and 5:00 a.m. The group travels by minivan to Cusipata, where a buffet breakfast is served. Then, continue to the community of Phulawasipata to begin the hike to Mountain 7 Colores (Vinicunca). The hike lasts between 1 and 2 hours and takes place at more than 5,000 meters altitude; those who need it can hire a horse (not included). Upon arriving in Vinicunca, tourists have free time to take pictures and enjoy the scenery, while the guide explains about local Andean beliefs. The return is made by the same route, with horse option if necessary. After arriving back to Cusipata, you will enjoy a buffet lunch before returning to Cusco. The tour ends around 5:30 p.m. at the visitor's hotel or in a central square.
Meeting and pickup information
- The transfer will be waiting for you with a pennant and/or sign with the passenger’s name on the left side of the Cathedral of Cusco seen from the front.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Machu Picchu Terra
Accessibility and practical details
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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