Rainbow Mountain + Red Valley Tour
Rainbow Mountain + Red Valley Tour
Tours to Rainbow Mountain
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šļø Rainbow Mountain + Red Valley Tour ā All-Inclusive Andean Adventure
Discover two natural wonders in a single day with our Rainbow Mountain Red Valley tour, an experience that will take you to explore the best of the Peruvian Andes. Vinicunca, famous for its natural multicolored stripes, is one of the most iconic landscapes in Peru. Very close by lies the impressive Red Valley, a surreal place where the mountains are painted in reddish tones that seem taken from another planet.
During the hike on the Rainbow Mountain Red Valley tour, you will cross high-altitude valleys surrounded by snow-capped peaks, see llamas and alpacas roaming freely, and meet Andean communities that keep their ancestral traditions alive. At over 5,000 meters above sea level, this experience combines adventure, extreme nature, and a deep connection with the Andes of Peru.
š Start time: 4:00 a.m. ā 4:30 a.m. (depending on your accommodation location)
š End time: Around 5:00 p.m.
š Departure and return: Pickup from your hotel in Cusco (central area)
š Places you will visit with this tour:
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Cusipata ā Andean village where youāll enjoy breakfast and lunch.
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Phulawasipata ā Starting point of the hike, located at 4,400 m.a.s.l.
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Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca) ā The famous multicolored mountain of the Peruvian Andes.
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Red Valley ā Impressive landscape of reddish tones and unique panoramic views.
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Vilcanota Mountain Range ā Natural setting of snow-capped peaks, Andean wildlife, and spectacular views.
ā Whatās included in this tour?
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Pick-up and drop-off š
Hotel pick-up at the door (central Cusco area) and return transfer at the end of the tour.
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Comfortable transportation š
Modern tourist minivan with capacity for up to 15 people.
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Professional bilingual guide š§
Certified guide in Spanish and English throughout the tour.
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Full meals š½ļø
Buffet breakfast and lunch at a tourist restaurant along the route.
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Official entrance tickets šļø
Admission to Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca) and Red Valley.
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Assistance and safety š©ŗ
First aid kit, oxygen tank, and trekking poles included.
Not included services:
ā Entrance fee to Rainbow Mountain Vinicunca ā S/ 30.00 (paid on site)
ā Water and/or beverages
ā Tips, personal appreciation (optional)
ā Travel insurance, recommended during your trip (arrange it from your home country)
Schedule:
ā° Start: 4:30 am ā End: 5:00 pm
š© Tour Start: 4:00 ā 4:30 a.m. (depending on your hotel location)
š Transportation: Modern and comfortable minivan for the entire trip
š„ Group Size: Shared tour with a maximum of 15 participants
š£ļø Tour Guide: Professional bilingual guide (Spanish & English)
š½ļø Meals: Buffet breakfast and lunch at a local restaurant in Cusipata
ā° Tour End: Approx. 5:00 p.m. ā drop-off at the main square or your hotel in Cusco
š Extra Equipment: Trekking poles and first aid kit included
Itinerary ā Rainbow Mountain + Red Valley Tour
š Itinerary ā Rainbow Mountain + Red Valley Tour (All Inclusive)
1ļøā£ Pick-up from your hotel in Cusco
We start early by picking you up directly from your hotel in Cusco. Then we board a modern minivan for a 2-hour journey (approx. 80 km) to the town of Cusipata.
2ļøā£ Breakfast in Cusipata
Upon arrival, we stop at La Montana restaurant to enjoy a delicious buffet breakfast. Options include bread, coffee, herbal teas, yogurt, cereals, fruits, pancakes, cheese sticks, eggs, butter, jam, and more.
3ļøā£ Drive to Phulawasipata Base Camp
After breakfast, we continue uphill on a dirt road for about 1.5 hours until we reach Phulawasipata Camp, located at 4,800 m (15,748 ft) above sea level.
4ļøā£ Hike to Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca)
From Phulawasipata begins the final 3 km hike. The trail is mostly flat with a final steep section and takes about 2 hours.
Optional: Horses are available to rent (not included, approx. 60 soles). Your guide will accompany you, explaining the geology behind the colors of the mountain as well as local cultural insights.
5ļøā£ Summit of Rainbow Mountain
At the summit (5,200 m / 17,060 ft), enjoy breathtaking panoramic views and take unforgettable photos. The group spends about 1 hour here.
6ļøā£ Visit to the Red Valley
After Vinicunca, we hike about 30 minutes to the nearby Red Valley, known for its striking crimson slopes caused by mineral-rich soilsāan otherworldly landscape.
7ļøā£ Return to Phulawasipata Camp
We descend along an easier path back to Phulawasipata, where our minivan will be waiting.
8ļøā£ Buffet Lunch in Cusipata
Back in Cusipata, we enjoy a buffet lunch at La Montana restaurant featuring Peruvian favorites such as hearty soups, rice, pasta, stews, lomo saltado, trout ceviche, fried fish, cheese sticks, salads, fruits, and more.
9ļøā£ Return to Cusco ā End of Tour
Finally, we travel back to Cusco (approx. 2 hours) and end the tour around 5:00 p.m., either at a central plaza or directly at your hotel.
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