1-day excursion to Color Mountain and Red Valley (Optional)

4.6
(27 reviews) Cusco, Peru

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12 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

Begin your adventure with a hotel pickup in Cusco between 3:00 AM and 3:30 AM. Enjoy a scenic 1.5-hour drive to Qollasuyo, passing through the Cusipata district, where you'll stop for a 30-minute breakfast.

Afterward, continue your journey for another hour until you reach Fulawasipata, where you'll receive a brief introduction to your hike.

Set off on your trek at the foot of the Ausangate mountain range, starting a 1-hour and 45-minute ascent to the summit of Rainbow Mountain. Along the way, you may spot various South American camelids, such as llamas and alpacas. Upon reaching the red hill, you'll be greeted by breathtaking views of the vibrant landscape.

After taking in the views, begin your 1-hour descent through flatter terrain, returning to the trailhead. From there, head back to Cusipata to indulge in a delicious buffet lunch.

Finally, you'll return to Cusco, arriving at Plaza Regocijo/Kusipata around 4:30 PM, conveniently located near many hotels.

What's Included

Professional guide
Trekking sticks
Breakfast, Lunch (vegetarian option)
First aid and oxygen kit.
Pick up from the hotel
Entrance ticket (s/ 30)

Meeting and pickup

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

Hotel meeting point. I pick up all tourists from their hotel. Pick up time from the hotel 4.30 am depending on the location. Specify if you are staying at Airbnb, I pick up at 4.00 am.

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Meeting point

In the middle of the main square of Cusco I go to the Inca Monument at an indicated time 4:30 am

End point

The tour ends in this plaza less than Cusco Plaza Regosijo at approximately 17 hours.

Itinerary

Duration: 12 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Vinicunca Mountain

    Climb Rainbow Mountain and take in the colorful scenery surrounding Mount Ausangate on this guided day trip. Experience the incredible colors of the mountain and take unforgettable photos.

    40 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 2
    Cusipata

    Place to have a good breakfast.

    50 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    only by the way

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • 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
  • Maximum altitude 5020 meters above sea level.
  • Minimum altitude 4652 meters above sea level.
Supplied by World Explorer Peru

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Tags

Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Hop on Hop Off Buses
Excellent Quality
Additional fees
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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Rating

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