Tours/Cusco/Rainbow Mountain tour with Red Valley (Optional) - Small Group
Rainbow Mountain tour with Red Valley (Optional) - Small Group
5.0(26)Cusco12 hours
VIATOR5.0(3)TRIPADVISOR5.0(23)
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At a glance
Duration
12 hours
Price from
$35 / person
Location
Cusco, Peru
Rating
5.0 / 5 · 26 reviews
Languages
EN, ES
Group
Small group, up to 16
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Hotel pickup
Available
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Inca Highlands
Description
Have a great experience with our excellent and trained tour guides and receive the best service in small groups (16 guests maximum), with a modern and comfortable van, the best restaurant on the route, and we also included extra equipment like professional trekking poles, oxygen tank, and first aid kid.
This is one of the most famous attractions in Cusco and the 2nd more visited after Machu Picchu. This tour gives you the exciting experience of climbing a mountain over 16,000ft, where you will be able to see colorful landscapes, majestic glaciers, amazing and vibrant green valleys with herds of alpaca, and the impressive Ausangate mountain range. Also, you will experience first-hand how locals live in the mountains and even see them hard at work.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Start times
4:00 AM
Next available
Thu, Oct 15
Adult (ages 21–65)
$35
Youth (ages 12–20)
$35
Child (ages 6–11)
$35
Infant (ages 0–5)
$35
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 14.
Tour Options
Rainbow Mountain tour with Red Valley (Optional) - Small Group
Pickup included
Itinerary
Rainbow Mountain Vinicunca
Admission not included720 min
Our adventure begins very early at 4:30 am with our guide who will pick us up from the hotel and then transport us about 1 hour and 30 minutes from Cusco to Cusipata where a delicious breakfast awaits us.
After breakfast we will be transported for about 1 hour to the base camp of the Colored Mountain called Phulawasipata (4600 masl). At this place our guide will give us some recommendations before starting the hike.
After 2 hours of hiking, we will be arriving at the majestic Rainbow Mountain (5000 masl), where we will take a break of about 15 minutes while our guide gives us an explanation of the place and then have free time for about 30 minutes to take pictures and enjoy the place.
After visiting Rainbow Mountain, we will descend for 1 hour and 30 minutes until we reach the parking lot where our transportation will be waiting for us to return to Cusipata where a delicious lunch awaits us.
After lunch, we will return to Cusco for 2 hours arriving around 16:00 hours.
What's included
Included
Tourist Transportation
Pick up from hotel in Cusco
Peruvian buffet breakfast and lunch
Professional tour guide
Oxygen tank and first aid kid
Trekking poles (Carbon fiber)
Not included
Entrances
Pickup Locations & Times
Please, send us your hotel name or location
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
26 reviews
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How it compares in Cusco
Starting price $35 is 56% below the typical $80 for tours of similar length in Cusco
Excurgo comparison of 4,450 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does this tour take?
Rainbow Mountain tour with Red Valley (Optional) - Small Group lasts about 12 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $35 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.
What days does this tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 4:00 AM.
How much does this tour cost for children?
Children aged 6–11 pay from $35, adults from $35.
Can I cancel this tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Please, send us your hotel name or location Pickup points include Hotel Inka Lam - Cusco, Lucios Hostal.
What languages is this tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 16 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is this tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 26 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Inca Highlands.
Reviews(26)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Escape05736441208
September 12, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Amazaing tour with Anazing guide
Our guide took care of us consistently, from the pick up untill all the way to drop off. Making sure that everyone is having a great time but also in a safe conditions . He paid full attention to our health conditions for climbing at high altitude. Because of that I got to enjoy every sites we visited!
Nicest van with a skilled driver on mountain roads we all felt safe and well rested on the van. Tasty breakfast and lunch were included. Recommend this tour 100%!!
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Laura_Q
June 6, 2026 · via Viator
Great experience
The service was very good with good communication and punctual arrivals. A guide who knows a lot and gives you freedom without neglecting you during the tour. Comfortable transport. The red mountain and valley are beautiful places.
7
722mtl
March 31, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Best Moment in Peru
Excellent service, professional tour guide.
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ByronbayLoser
March 13, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
A fantastic private guided trip up rainbow mountain
We had a great time on this trip, very reasonably priced for the private tour. Carlos was our guide and Elvis was our driver, both excellent, fun and knowledgeable. Carlos adapts well to whom he is guiding so will make sure you have a great time. We booked with Daniela and she was excellent as well! Highly recommended
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michal_wlb
January 11, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Awesome !!!
Highly recommend !!! Marco was great, very professional with a lot of knowledge !!! Driver did a great job too, safe and professional !!! Great vibes, we had an amazing time !!!
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woonw2025
December 3, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Wonderful Experience
The drivers and guides were indeed very professional. Right from the minute we contacted them months ago to plan for the trip, right till the end of our tour, they had been very responsive and helpful. Would definitely recommend them!
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359td
November 24, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Great Private Tour!
We booked a private tour from Cusco to the Palccoyo Rainbow mountains and enjoyed it tremendously. The Driver & Tour guide picked us up at our Cusco hotel on time and explained every step of the tour.
We would definitely pick them for a private tour again if we are back in Cusco!
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YhuTin_L
October 1, 2025 · via Viator
A wonderful and unforgettable Rainbow Mountain tour
Thanks for arranging this wonderful tour. The scenic views are unique and spectacular. Our guide, Joel, is excellent in taking care of us. We enjoyed it very much.
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Paradise551193
October 1, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Wonderful and Unforgettable Rainbow Mountain Tour
This is a really wonderful tour. The scenic views of the Rainbow mountain trail are great, colorful mountains on one side, white glaciers on the other side.
Before the tour, my wife and I were kind of concerned about whether our septuagenarian age could take the challenge of hiking at such high altitude, but we made it to the 5036 meter top with the help of horse ride on the front part of the trail, which saved our energy to take on the last 100 meter height, but steep hiking.
Our guide, Joel, was excellent in taking care of us and helping take great pictures, the office manager, Daniela, very responsive before the trip, the hotel pick-up on time. Everything was arranged as advertised. We enjoyed it very much. It’s highly recommended.
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analucilam2024
July 24, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
We did a tour only for two, visiting the Palcoyo Mountains, the Inca Bridge and a picnic. The agency was fantastic, even adapted to our needs. Our guide, Kat, was incredibly friendly, cheerful and helpful. Our driver, Marco, was also excellent. Everything was wonderful!
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