3-Day Cusco Adventure: Capsule Hotel & Rainbow Mountain

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(3 reviews)
Cusco, Peru

3 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

Stay in a unique glass Capsule Hotel Domes surrounded by the spectacular landscapes of the Peruvian Andes while experiencing the best of culture, nature, and adventure in a 3-day journey from Cusco. Explore the iconic Inca sites of Maras, Moray, and Chinchero, relax in the Santa Teresa Hot Springs, and spend an unforgettable night in a transparent capsule overlooking the mountain valley. Enjoy mountain biking, ziplining, and rafting before completing your adventure with a hike to the spectacular Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca). This experience combines a unique capsule hotel stay, Andean landscapes, Inca culture, and exciting outdoor activities in one unforgettable Cusco adventure.

What's Included

Trekking poles (Day 3)
Emergency oxygen tank
Zipline experience
2 Breakfasts
Transportation Cusco – Rainbow Mountain – Cusco
Rainbow Mountain entrance fee
3 Lunches
Rafting activity
Professional bilingual tour guide
Full biking equipment
Santa Teresa hot springs entrance fee
Transportation Cusco – Maras, Moray – Santa Teresa (Capsule Hotel) – Cusco
Horse rental (optional)
Personal expenses
Tips (optional)
Breakfast on Day 1
Dinner on Days 2 and 3
Tourist ticket for Maras, Moray & Chinchero
Accommodation (Night 2)

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Pickup is available directly from your hotel in Cusco. Please wait 15 minutes in the hotel lobby.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Maras Salt Mines – Moray – Chinchero – Abra Malaga – Santa Teresa

    4 stops
  • 1
    Cusco

    Your adventure begins with hotel pickup in Cusco at 8:30 AM. From there, travel through the Sacred Valley region to the picturesque village of Maras, home to the famous Maras Salt Mines. Here, discover more than 4,000 small salt pools built into the mountainside, where local families continue the traditional process of salt extraction, a practice that dates back to pre-Inca times. This visit offers an authentic cultural experience while discovering one of the most unique landscapes near Cusco.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Zona Arqueologica Moray

    The journey continues to Moray, an impressive Inca agricultural site in the Sacred Valley, known for its unique circular terraces. Each level creates a different microclimate, which the Incas used to experiment with crops and adapt plants to the diverse ecological conditions of the Andes. Discover this remarkable example of Inca agricultural knowledge while exploring one of the most fascinating archaeological sites near Cusco.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 3
    Chinchero

    Next, visit Chinchero, a traditional Andean village in the Sacred Valley known for its Inca textile traditions. Here, witness the complete traditional weaving process, including washing, spinning, natural dyeing, and weaving using alpaca and other Andean fibers. Discover the ancestral textile techniques that continue to be part of the local Andean culture.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4

    After the cultural visits, continue by vehicle to Abra Málaga Pass (4,600 m / 15,091 ft), surrounded by sacred mountains and glacier landscapes in the Peruvian Andes. From here, descend toward Santa Teresa, where you will relax in the Santa Teresa Hot Springs, natural thermal waters emerging from underground mountain sources. In the evening, arrive at the Capsule Hotel Domes, a unique transparent glass capsule accommodation suspended high above the river valley, offering spectacular views of the surrounding mountains. Enjoy a memorable overnight experience in the Peruvian Andes surrounded by dramatic mountain scenery.

    6 hours • Admission ticket free
  • Day 2

    Biking + Zipline + Rafting + Return to Cusco

    2 stops
  • 5

    The day begins early at 5:30 AM with a nutritious breakfast before starting an exciting mountain biking adventure. The route descends through lush Andean cloud forest and jungle landscapes, offering spectacular scenery and fresh mountain air. After the mountain biking experience, continue the adventure with an exhilarating zipline (canopy tour), gliding above the valley while enjoying panoramic views of the surrounding mountains. This combination of mountain biking and zipline offers an exciting way to experience the natural landscapes of the Peruvian Andes.

    5 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Cusco

    Next, experience the thrill of rafting on the Santa Teresa River, navigating exciting rapids for approximately one hour under the supervision of professional guides. Following the adventure activities, enjoy lunch before returning by private transportation to the city of Cusco. Arrive in Cusco in the evening after a full day of adventure in the Peruvian Andes.

    6 hours • Admission ticket free
  • Day 3

    Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca) Tour

    2 stops
  • 7
    Cusco

    The final day begins with early hotel pickup in Cusco between 4:30 AM and 5:00 AM. Travel by vehicle through the highlands of the Andes Mountains toward the trailhead of the famous Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca), one of the most iconic natural attractions near Cusco. Rainbow Mountain is located at 5,200 meters (17,060 ft) above sea level in the Vilcanota Mountain Range, near the majestic Ausangate Mountain, the fifth highest peak in Peru at 6,385 meters (20,948 ft). During the hike, cross beautiful Andean landscapes, see traditional villages, llamas and alpacas, and interact with local communities who have lived in this remote region for generations.

    6 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 8
    Vinicunca

    Upon reaching the Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca) viewpoint, enjoy a breathtaking 360-degree panoramic view of the colorful mineral layers that make this destination one of the most spectacular natural attractions in Peru. This unforgettable experience offers travelers the opportunity to connect with the beauty of the Peruvian Andes, nature, and local culture before returning to Cusco.

    7 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by Inca Jungle en Capsulas

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Multi-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Small Group
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Cancellation Policy

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

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