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1-Day Tour Rainbow Mountain from Cusco

About this experience

Do the Rainbow Mountain Day trip in Peru, this hike has spectaculars views. During the hike you will see Llamas and Alpacas In their natural habitat. For this trip our company suggest to arrive 2 day before to get used to the altitud. highly suggested to solo, singles, or couple travelers.

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  • Duration: 14 hr 20 min

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1-Day Tour Rainbow Mountain from Cusco
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour14 hr 20 min
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesPortuguese (live guide), English (live guide), Spanish (live guide)

Set aside 14 hr 20 min for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

  • Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness

Local guides to help you plan

What is included

  • Buffet lunch
  • Buffet breakfast
  • Drop-off ( Regocijos Plaza Cuzco)
  • Transportation (Hotel pickup, air-conditioned vehicle, Tour guide)

Not included

  • Water bottle, comfortable hiking shoes, poles, sunscreen. Etc

Itinerary and highlights

We will pick you up in Cuzco at 4:30 a.m from whichever hotel you are staying at within Cuzco. It is about a three and a half hour drive in our minivan, which we will pass through traditional villages and see some amazing views of the Andes. When we reach the trail head for this hike, we will stop and enjoy a lovely breakfast in a local restaurant, we will begin the hike 13,139 ft elevation. From here, it will be a two hour, uphill hike to reach the famous Rainbow Mountain. Along the way, you will enjoy amazing views of the Andes, glacial peaks, red mountains, rocky hills, and traditional llamas and alpacas grazing along the valley. As you reach the summit of the mountain, you will be able to spot some Andean wildlife. This is the only place in Cuzco where you can see wild Vicuñas, the Andean camel. Vicuñas are in the same family as llamas, although they are smaller. Their wool is the most expensive wool in the world. Once we reach at the top of Color Mountain, you will enjoy enough time to absorb the majesty of the red mountains that surround this area. You will also see amazing views of the valleys and Ausangate Peak- (Holy mountain) in front of you. Ausangate is the Highest mountain of the Cuzco region (just under 21,000 ft) elevation and is part of the Cordillera Vilcanota Range. While taking in these magnificent views, After taking a few amazing pictures and soaking in the views (perhaps we will even see a few condors floating on the air currents), we will begin our descent with a two hour, downhill hike after 1 hour 30 minutes drive we will stop in a local restaurant to enjoy a delicious, freshly prepared, hot lunch. After lunch, we will start our return trip back to Cuzco ending around 5:45 pm.

Do your next Adventure to the Rainbow Mountain in Cuzco, Peru. Is one of the famous place since 7 years ago, highly suggested by Nat-Geo. As well you can rent a horse fort additional cost. Included: Buffet Meals, guide, transportation, fees.

Meeting and pickup information

  • Please let us know your hotel in Cuzco 3 day before to arrive in Cuzco Through WhatsApp.

Languages and tickets

  • Portuguese — Guide
  • English — Guide
  • Spanish — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Machupicchu USA

Accessibility and practical details

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 14 hr 20 min.
What are the pickup arrangements?
Please let us know your hotel in Cuzco 3 day before to arrive in Cuzco Through WhatsApp.
Which guide languages are listed?
Portuguese (live guide), English (live guide), Spanish (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Adult tickets: age 12+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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