About this experience
The 7-Color Mountain, or Vinicunca, offers an unforgettable experience in the heart of the Andes. This challenging trek will take you through beautiful high Andean landscapes and villages that reflect rich Quechua culture. As you ascend to 5,036 meters above sea level, each step is rewarded with spectacular views and the opportunity to learn about the history and spirituality of this sacred region. After the hike, you will enjoy a delicious Andean lunch in Cusipata before returning to Cusco, taking with you memories of a landscape that is a true gift of nature.
- Day trip to the Mountain of 7 Colors (Vinicunca)
- Includes breakfast and Andean lunch
- Professional guide in Spanish for an enriching experience
- Tourist transport to and from Cusco with hotel pick-up
- Includes Entrance/Admission - Vinicunca Mountain
At a glance
- Duration: 11 hr–12 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 11 hr–12 hr 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
- Travelers must have moderate fitness
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What is included
- Information about the tour in our office
- Bilingual Professional Guide (Spanish - English)
- Pick up from your hotel in Cusco between 4:30 and 5:00 am
- Entrance/Admission - Vinicunca Mountain
- Breakfast
- From Cusco to Rainbow Mountain (Tour)
- First aid equipment and oxygen
- Buffet lunch with vegetarian and vegan options.
Itinerary and highlights
We will pick you up from your hotel around 4:30 a.m. and head south through the village of Urco to the Czechocupe district (2 hours by bus). Then we will continue on the way to Pitumarca, where we will have breakfast. We will continue along the road through small villages until we reach the community of Hanchipata - Quesiuno (1 hour and 20 minutes by bus), the ideal starting point for the route. We will see the incredible red valley and, in the end, mountains like the Ausangate, beautiful blue lagoons and many other natural sites. The hike to Vinicunca (Rainbow Mountain) takes approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes. At this top, we will enjoy the view for about 40 minutes taking pictures of the beautiful landscape before descending and returning to our bus. We will return to Pitumarca for lunch and then head to Cusco, where we will arrive around 4:30 p.m. to the city center.
Meeting and pickup information
- Hotel pick-up is offered. During the checkout process you can select from the list of included hotels.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Essenza Ink Travel
Accessibility and practical details
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- 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
- Travelers must have moderate fitness
- Not recommended for travelers with mobility problems
- Not recommended for travelers with respiratory conditions
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Questions about this experience
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What are the pickup arrangements?
During the checkout process you can select from the list of included hotels.
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What accessibility information is provided?
Not recommended for travelers with mobility problems
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