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Embrace the beauty of nature as you embark on a full-day tour from Cusco, Peru, and embark on a 7-kilometer (5-mile) hike to Rainbow Mountain. This immersive experience allows you to connect with extraordinary landscapes alongside a knowledgeable local guide.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
If you are staying in an Airbnb, a private apartment, or a hotel located outside the historic center of Cusco, kindly inform us of your accommodation details. We will then provide you with the necessary information regarding the meeting point for your pick-up.
Itinerary
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1Cusco
Pickups are done within the historic center of Cusco. between 4:00am to 4:30am However, if your location is far from the designated pickup area, our team will provide you with a nearby location for the pickup to take place.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Cusipata
After a comfortable 2-hour drive, you will reach Cusipata, where a stop will be made for a hearty breakfast and an opportunity to purchase water and snacks for the trek ahead.
40 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Vinicunca Mountain
After breakfast, you'll continue for approximately one more hour to reach the starting point of the hike, located at 4,900 meters above sea level. The 4-kilometer trek to Rainbow Mountain will take you through a mix of flat and uphill terrain, providing a diverse hiking experience. As you make your way along the trail, you will be treated to breathtaking views and the chance to encounter wild alpacas, llamas, and vicuñas, adding an element of wildlife appreciation to your adventure. Upon reaching the summit at 5,010 meters, you will have some well-deserved free time to rest and, if weather conditions permit, take in the awe-inspiring panoramic vistas of Rainbow Mountain.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included -
4Cusipata
Afterward, you will descend for approximately one hour, returning to the starting point. From there, transportation will be arranged to take you back to Cusipata, where a delicious local lunch will be awaiting you.
40 minutes • Admission ticket free -
Cusco (Pass by)
After buffet lunch, you will be on the journey back to Cusco, arriving at around 3:30 to 4:00pm ending the tour in the city center of cusco.
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
- Optional horse hire for an additional fee
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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