Experience the magic of Rainbow Mountain like never before with our full day guided adventure from Cusco. Start early to beat the crowds and enjoy a comfortable hotel pickup and drop off. Explore the vibrant Andean landscape on a moderate to challenging 7 km hike to the stunning summit at 5,100 meters, where the mountain’s famous colorful stripes create a truly unique natural spectacle. Our professional bilingual guides provide expert insights into the region’s geology, culture, and history, ensuring a rich and immersive experience. Recharge with authentic buffet breakfast and traditional Peruvian lunch in the charming town of Cusipata. This tour combines breathtaking scenery, local cultural experiences, and personalized service, making it the perfect choice for travelers seeking an unforgettable and authentic Rainbow Mountain journey.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.
Hotel Pickup in Cusco Begin your day with an early pickup from your hotel in central Cusco by Palcoyo Tours. Meet your guide and fellow travelers as you board a comfortable tourist vehicle.
Drive to Cusipata Travel through scenic Andean landscapes toward the town of Cusipata. Along the way, enjoy views of terraced farmlands, herds of llamas and alpacas, and traditional villages just waking up.
Breakfast in Cusipata Arrive in Cusipata and enjoy a hearty local breakfast to fuel up for the day’s trek. This is also a good time to acclimate and prepare for the higher altitudes. Drive to Phullawasipata Trailhead: Continue by vehicle to Phullawasipata, the starting point of the hike, located at 4,600 meters above sea level. Get a safety briefing and start gearing up.
Hike to Rainbow Mountain Begin the trek to Vinicunca (Rainbow Mountain). The hike is approximately 7 kilometers round trip and takes you from 4,600 meters to a breathtaking 5,100 meters. Along the way, pass through high Andean landscapes with views of snow capped peaks, colorful hills, and wildlife. Optional horse rental is available for those who prefer not to hike the entire way. Arrive at Rainbow Mountain Summit Reach the summit and take in spectacular panoramic views of the iconic striped mountain and surrounding peaks. Take photos, rest, and enjoy the high-altitude experience.
Descent and Return to Phullawasipata: Begin your descent along the same trail, heading back to the trailhead where your transport will be waiting. Lunch in Cusipata: Return to Cusipata and enjoy a buffet lunch with a variety of traditional Peruvian dishes, including vegetarian options.
Drive Back to Cusco: Relax and enjoy the scenic ride back to the city. Arrive in Cusco and be dropped off at your hotel or a central location, concluding your unforgettable day trip.
Pickup is available from hotels and accommodations located in central Cusco. Please be ready and waiting in your hotel lobby at least 15 minutes before the scheduled pickup time. Our guide will contact you via WhatsApp or phone to coordinate and avoid any issues. Please ensure your contact details are correct when booking.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Rainbow Mountain Day Trip from Cusco - Vinicunca lasts about 10–13 hours. The itinerary has 6 stops.
Prices start at $45 per person for this Cusco experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 4:00 AM.
Children aged 3–11 pay from $45, adults from $45.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Yes, pickup is offered. Pickup is available from hotels and accommodations located in central Cusco. Please be ready and waiting in your hotel lobby at least 15 minutes before the scheduled pickup time. Our guide will contact you via WhatsApp or phone to coordinate and avoid any issues. Please ensure your contact details are correct when booking. Pickup points include Hotel Montes Pardo, The Hannah"s House.
The experience is available in EN, ES.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 18 participants.
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 13 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Palcoyo Tours.
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A good experience.and excellent service quality.
¡Muchas gracias por su comentario! Nos alegra saber que tuvo una buena experiencia y que valora la calidad de nuestro servicio. En Palcoyo Tours trabajamos para ofrecer una atención profesional, confiable y bien organizada en cada recorrido. Agradecemos su confianza y recomendación. Será un placer acompañarlo nuevamente en otra experiencia inolvidable en Cusco.
I had an amazing time on this trip. Good vibes, nice experiences and memories worth gold. The guys from the agency that went with us were always on the lookout, they took good care of us. Fully recommended.
Muchas gracias por compartir su experiencia. Nos alegra saber que el viaje estuvo lleno de buenas vibras, momentos especiales y recuerdos inolvidables. Para nuestro equipo es muy importante acompañarlos y brindar un servicio atento y responsable durante todo el recorrido. Agradecemos su recomendación y la confianza depositada en nuestra agencia. Será un gusto volver a recibirlos en una próxima aventura por Cusco y el Perú.
The experience was incredible. The scenery was majestic, and you could feel the energy of the place. The guide was excellent with his explanations of the area and made us feel comfortable throughout the tour. The service was excellent.
Thank you very much for sharing your experience with us. We are delighted to know that you had an unforgettable time and enjoyed the majestic scenery and unique energy of the place. It is great to hear that our guide’s explanations and attentive service helped you feel comfortable throughout the tour. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you again for another memorable experience in Cusco and Peru.
I want to be honest, I'm not a hikker person but I wanted to visit such a beautiful place, and the people of this tour was full of good energy, they are young and also have experience when the trekking turns difficult (Andean is so high). I'm grateful with them, I will return and chose them.
Thank you very much for your honest and kind review. We are truly happy to know that even if trekking is not usually your thing, you felt comfortable, supported, and full of positive energy throughout the experience. Our team always aims to combine youth, professionalism, and experience, especially in high-altitude Andean routes. We sincerely appreciate your trust and gratitude. It will be a pleasure to welcome you back and be part of your next adventure in Peru.
Trekking in Palcoyo was the best decision of my trip to Peru. Unlike other routes, here you see three different mountains with colored stripes. The agency included blankets in the mobility for the morning chill and the buffet lunch at the end was first level.
¡Muchas gracias por su comentario! Nos alegra saber que el trekking en Palcoyo fue uno de los mejores momentos de su viaje a Perú. Destacamos con gusto las tres montañas de colores, el servicio de la agencia, las mantas en la movilidad para el frío y el almuerzo buffet. En Palccoyo Tours trabajamos para brindar tours bien organizados, cómodos y de calidad desde Cusco. ¡Será un placer recibirlo nuevamente!
Very nice experience very friendly guides, everything was fulfilled as promised
¡Muchas gracias por su comentario! ⭐ Nos alegra saber que tuvo un excelente tour y una experiencia memorable en Cusco. Nuestro equipo de guías profesionales trabaja para cumplir cada detalle y brindar un servicio turístico de calidad. ¡Será un placer volver a recibirlos!
Nice place but great attention from the agency, recommended
¡Muchas gracias por tu comentario! 🙌 Nos alegra saber que disfrutaste la experiencia y la atención de nuestro equipo. ¡Será un gusto recibirte nuevamente!
Taking the day tour to Vinicunca was a simply spectacular experience. From the beginning everything was very well organized, which allowed to enjoy the trip with tranquility and confidence at all times. The hike is demanding for the height, but it is very well done if you move at an adequate pace. During the tour I always felt accompanied and well guided, with clear explanations and friendly treatment that made the experience much more pleasant.
¡Muchas gracias por compartir tu experiencia! 🙌 Nos alegra saber que disfrutaste el tour a Vinicunca y que la organización y el acompañamiento del guía hicieron la caminata más llevadera. ¡Te esperamos para una próxima aventura en Cusco!
"Visiting the Palccoyo Rainbow Mountain was spectacular. The walk is simple but full of amazing views, and the Andean lunch was the perfect touch to close the experience."
¡Muchas gracias por compartir tu experiencia! Nos alegra saber que disfrutaste la Montaña Arcoíris de Palccoyo, sus vistas panorámicas, la caminata accesible y el almuerzo andino. Seguimos comprometidos en brindar tours bien organizados y experiencias auténticas desde Cusco. ¡Te esperamos nuevamente!
The experience was very good and the tour was not to speak of was a tour that would recommend it 100% as we could get to know a little more of nature😃.
La naturaleza nos garantiza que un viaje se viva al máximo. Nos es grato indicar que Palcoyo Tours es la mejor agencia en las rutas hacia la Montaña de Colores. Gracias por tu recomendación y te esperamos pronto para vivir nuevas aventuras.
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rainbow Mountain Day Trip from Cusco - Vinicunca | 10–13 hours | 5.0 (13) | $45 | |
 Excursion to Rainbow Mountain Full Day Optional Red Valley | 12 hours | 4.9 (4,024) | $25 | View |
 Cusco: Rainbow Mountain & Red Valley Premium Day Trip with Meals | 12 hours | 4.9 (2,436) | $39 | View |
 Rainbow Mountain Beat-the-Crowd, Small Group - 8:00 AM Departure | 11–12 hours | 4.9 (937) | $89 | View |
 Rainbow Mountain In Quad Bike | 14 hours | 4.5 (459) | $90 | View |
 Full-Day Rainbow Mountain Adventure with ATV | 11–12 hours | 4.6 (440) | $75 | View |
 Private Rainbow Mountain Tour - 08 am departure Skip the Crowds | 10 hours | 5.0 (338) | $149 | View |