About this experience
Be impressive by the natural colors that you can find in a mountain surrounded by the most incredible Andean landscapes in the middle of the Andes. Explore the unbelievable Red Valley, a place that looks like Mars.
Our personalized tour will allow you to take time to enjoy the beautiful views while you are hiking away from the crowds.
At a glance
- Duration: 24 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 24 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
Local guides to help you plan
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What is included
- Entrance fee
- tour guide
- Lunch
- Breakfast
- Air-conditioned vehicle
Not included
- Water & tips
- Red Valley Ticket
Itinerary and highlights
This Rainbow Mountain day tour adventure will begin with a pick up from your hotel in Cusco early at the morning 3:30am to 3:45am. Then, we’ll drive to Cusipata town about 2 hours, here we’ll enjoy our delicious buffet breakfast, after this we’ll be heading to Llactoc village (4620m/15157ft) driving about an hour, this is the beginning of our hike following the path for about 1:30 hours to reach the Rainbow Mountain (5,036m/16,522ft). Along the hike your guide will show you some traditions of the local people, working hard to earn some money. You will be amazed by the stunning views once you reach the summit. Here you’ll take your own time to capture the incredible photos while your guide will be explaining you about the colors and the snow peak mountains surrounding, also at your background you will see the highest mountain peak of Cusco The Ausangate Mountain (6385m / 20948ft) after to explore this unique place you will have the option to hike towards the Red Valley impressive place that looks like Mars. Finally we’ll take the same way to return towards the bus station, board the bus to reach the restaurant, after lunch we drive back to Cusco.
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Meeting and pickup information
- We pick up to all the customers in their hotel. We have to coordinate it a night before to your departure
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Vidal Expeditions
Meeting points and locations
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 at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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