Full Day Trek Mountain Tour Short Route
Description
The impressive Rainbow Mountain awaits adventurers in the Vilcanota mountain range, at an altitude of 5036 meters. This full-day hike offers an exciting journey through vibrant landscapes, marked by unique mineral compositions, giving rise to stunning hues that captivate all visitors. The walk includes a guided experience that will allow you to understand the geological wonders and cultural significance of this sacred site. After the ascent, enjoy a delicious buffet lunch before returning to Cusco, allowing you to enjoy a rewarding day of exploration and discovery. - Hike (SHORT ROUTE) from 30 minutes to 1 hour, according to the pace of each person. - Includes breakfast, lunch buffet and transportation from Cusco. - Groups of 2 to 17 participants for a personalized experience. - Opportunity to witness the vibrant colors and local culture along the trail.
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Itinerary
Your adventure starts very early with pickup from your hotel in Cusco. Your guide will accompany you all the way to the stunning Mountain of Colors, a journey of approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes that will allow you to see the sunrise over the Andean landscapes.
We will arrive at a restaurant in Cusipata, where a varied breakfast buffet awaits. You’ll have 35 minutes to enjoy fresh fruits, cereals, coffee and breads – ideal for pre-hike energy. Afterwards, we will continue the journey along a safe route to the starting point.
Once you got out of the car and started the 40-minute walk. We will arrive at the Mountain of Colors to the first point where we will be able to observe the base of the mountain, continuing after that we will climb to the second point that the highest we will reach at 5,036 m.a.s.l. from there we will be able to appreciate the Mountain of Colors complete and next to the surroundings seeing the majestic Snowy of Ausangate away the highest of Cusco, once enjoyed the place we will start our walk back to the cart to return to Cusipara for our lunch.
Start of the Walk and Preparation At the Pitumarca bus terminal, you can prepare for the hike. Your guide will give you key instructions on how to ascend in the most comfortable way. The ascent will last about 40 minutes to the first viewpoint, where you can already appreciate the majesty of the mountain. The Summit of Colors: Mountain of 7 Colors When you reach the top, at 5,036 meters above sea level, you will be rewarded with a spectacular panoramic view of the Mountain of Colors. You’ll have time to take amazing photos and listen to your guide’s explanations, while admiring the beauty of the multicolored hills and majestic Ausangate snowfall in the background.
Finally, we will embark on the journey back to Cusco. The tour culminates in the city, where we will drop you off near Plaza de Armas, Plaza Regocijo or Plaza San Francisco, depending on the traffic. You will return with unforgettable memories of one of Peru’s most iconic natural wonders.
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What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Passengers need to communicate one day in advance to coordinate the pick-up point and time.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Reviews(31)
Excellent. Good experience. The food was very good.
Excellent service information about culture and traditions. The very good and economical food I recommend to 100
Muchas gracias por recomendar nuestro tour a la Montaña de Colores por el camino corto. Nos alegra saber que disfrutaron de la información sobre la cultura y tradiciones de Cusco brindada por nuestro guía profesional. También estamos felices de que la alimentación durante el tour haya sido de su agrado y que hayan encontrado un excelente servicio a un buen precio. Su opinión es muy importante para nosotros, ya que nos ayuda a seguir mejorando cada día y brindar la mejor experiencia a todos nuestros viajeros en Perú.
Alex is a friendly guide, who explained everything very clearly and made sure everyone reached the top.
Thank you so much for joining our Rainbow Mountain short route tour in Cusco. We are very happy to hear that Alex made your experience enjoyable and explained everything clearly during the hike while making sure everyone safely reached the top. At Viajes Peru Tour, we are truly satisfied and grateful to receive comments like yours from our travelers. Our team always works hard to provide safe, professional, and unforgettable adventures in the Peruvian Andes. Your feedback is very important to us and motivates us to continue improving our service for all visitors to Peru.
The guide Alex is the best of Cuzco!!! I have done several tours before and even compare to his work! Excellent guide, super friendly and knows a lot!!! I will tell all my friends!!!
Muito obrigado por compartilhar sua experiência no nosso tour à Montanha Colorida em Cusco. Ficamos muito felizes em saber que o guia Alex tornou sua aventura ainda mais especial com seu conhecimento, simpatia e profissionalismo. Na Viajes Peru Tour, trabalhamos todos os dias para oferecer experiências inesquecíveis nos Andes peruanos com os melhores guias locais. Seu comentário é muito importante para nossa equipe e nos motiva a continuar melhorando nossos serviços para todos os viajantes que visitam o Peru.
Wonderful experience on the Tour. The guide Ronmel was very friendly and patient and gave us all the corresponding directions.
Muchas gracias por compartir su maravillosa experiencia en nuestro tour en Cusco. Nos alegra saber que el guía Ronmel fue amable, paciente y les brindó toda la información necesaria durante la aventura. Gracias por elegir a Viajes Peru Tour como su agencia operadora en Cusco para realizar sus tours por los Andes peruanos. Estamos muy agradecidos por su confianza y esperamos recibirlos nuevamente muy pronto para seguir descubriendo juntos los mejores destinos turísticos de Perú.
Spectacular scenery, very excellent tour, food and time very well, recommended
Nos encanta saber que disfrutaron de los impresionantes paisajes de Cusco durante su aventura con nosotros. En Viajes Peru Tour trabajamos para que cada detalle de nuestros tours, desde el transporte y los horarios hasta la alimentación buffet, brinden una experiencia cómoda e inolvidable en los Andes peruanos. Comentarios como el suyo nos motivan a seguir ofreciendo uno de los mejores servicios de turismo en Perú para todos nuestros viajeros. Esperamos que en su próxima visita también puedan descubrir destinos increíbles como Machu Picchu, el Valle Sagrado de los Incas y muchas más experiencias únicas en Cusco junto a nuestro equipo.
We had an excellent experience with this travel agency. From the first contact they were very friendly, attentive and professional. They helped us all the time and were always watching every detail during the trip. The tour was very well coordinated, Ronmel and Jaime were very knowledgeable and punctual, and really made us feel safe and well taken care of at all times. Thanks to them we enjoyed our day.
Agradecemos sinceramente sus palabras y la confianza que depositaron en Viajes Peru Tour para vivir su aventura en la Montaña de Colores por la ruta corta. Nos alegra saber que Ronmel y Jaime hicieron de este full day en Cusco una experiencia segura, organizada y memorable para ustedes. Nuestro objetivo es brindar un servicio VIP y atención personalizada a cada viajero, cuidando cada detalle durante el recorrido por los impresionantes paisajes andinos del Perú. Gracias por permitirnos acompañarlos en una de las rutas más increíbles de aventura cerca de Machu Picchu y esperamos volver a compartir nuevas experiencias con ustedes muy pronto.
Excellent attention to the mountain guide
Nos alegra saber que disfrutaron de la atención de nuestro guía durante su aventura a la Montaña de Colores en Cusco. En Viajes Peru Tour trabajamos para brindar un servicio profesional, seguro y lleno de experiencias inolvidables en los increíbles paisajes de los Andes peruanos. Gracias por confiar en nuestra agencia de viajes para descubrir una de las rutas más impresionantes del Perú y esperamos acompañarlos nuevamente en futuras aventuras por Peru.
Very good choice and very good experience
Qué bueno saber que su experiencia en Cusco fue tan positiva junto a Viajes Peru Tour. Cada aventura por los Andes peruanos está pensada para que nuestros viajeros disfruten no solo de paisajes increíbles, sino también de una atención cercana y organizada durante todo el recorrido. Gracias por elegirnos para descubrir destinos únicos como la Montaña de Colores, una de las experiencias más impresionantes del turismo de aventura en Perú. Esperamos volver a compartir nuevas rutas y momentos inolvidables con ustedes muy pronto.
We loved the tour from hotel pickup to return, people (driver and guide) with charisma, humility and high experience and knowledge in history. They explain everything to you in detail, care and many possibilities to reach the top. I recommend it 100% without a doubt. Thank you very much for the beautiful experience we had for the Vinicunca mountain.
Fue un placer acompañarlos en esta increíble aventura hacia la Montaña de Colores Vinicunca, uno de los destinos más impresionantes de Cusco y de los Andes peruanos. Nos alegra saber que disfrutaron desde la recogida en el hotel hasta el final del tour, y que nuestro guía y conductor hicieron de esta experiencia algo seguro, organizado y especial para ustedes. En Viajes Peru Tour nos esforzamos por brindar información detallada sobre la historia, cultura y recomendaciones durante cada caminata, ofreciendo siempre distintas opciones para que todos puedan disfrutar de la ruta a su propio ritmo. Gracias por recomendarnos y por confiar en nuestra agencia para vivir una experiencia inolvidable en
