Rainbow mountain day tour.
Discover the mountain of colors, also called 7-color mountain or Rainbow mountain. It is located three hours’ drive from the city of Cusco - Peru.
Take a group or private day tour from Cusco and hike up for an hour along a beautiful trail full of breathtaking landscapes and great Andean biodiversity (llamas, alpacas, vicuñas in their natural habitat, and other animals).
Experience the 5,150m/16,896ft at the Viñicunca Rainbow Mountain viewpoint and take in the Ausangate snow-capped mountain incredible view, the fifth highest in Peru (6,384 meters).
This Rainbow mountain Day tour begins at 4:30 a.m. and ends at 17:30 hrs in the city of Cusco.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Start times
4:30 AM
Next available
Wed, Oct 14
Adult (ages 10–55)
$45
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $415.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Tour Options
Rainbow mountain group tour
Shared tour: This option is designed specifically for people who want to join an existing group.
Pickup included
Rainbow mountain private tour
Exclusive family tour: This option is especially for families and friends who want a personalized trip.
Pickup included
Itinerary
Vinicunca Mountain
Admission not included660 min
Rainbow mountain full-day tour: Cusco - Rainbow Mountain - Cusco.
Get ready to explore one of the natural wonders of the Andes in Cusco, Peru!
At 4 a.m., your tour guide and bus will pick you up at your hotel or meet you at the fountain in Cusco's main square. You'll then take a 1.5-hour trip to the Cusipata town, where you'll enjoy a healthy breakfast. Then continue your journey for another 1.5 hrs to the start of the hike. Together with your tour guide, hike for 1 hour along an uphill trail with incredible panoramic views and full of high Andean biodiversity.
From the highest point of the excursion, enjoy the natural beauty, contemplate the colorful mountains, the impressive snow-capped peaks, and take excellent photographs.
Then, descend to the bus station. Take your bus to the Cusipata town, where you'll enjoy a semi-buffet lunch prepared with local ingredients. Then continue your journey back to the Cusco city (arrival at 17:30 hrs).
Hiking distance: 5 km round trip.
What's included
Included
Rainbow mountain access ticket.
Top-level professional Guide who speaks English and Spanish
Food: Breakfast and Lunch.
First Aid Kit and Oxygen and wooden sticks.
Tourist mobility and trained driver.
Not included
Rainbow mountain access ticket:
Horse (can be rented in the same place, optional).
Travel insurance. Please, we beg you to take out travel insurance.
Tips (optional).
Pickup Locations & Times
For the group tour, we pick up from hotels located near the city center. If your hotel is far from the center, the meeting point will be the fountain in the main square. For the private tour, we pick up from all hotels in Cusco.
Traveller Ratings
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How it compares in Cusco
Starting price $45 is 44% below the typical $80 for tours of similar length in Cusco
Excurgo comparison of 4,448 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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
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 Viñicunca Rainbow Mountain Day Tour take?
Viñicunca Rainbow Mountain Day Tour lasts about 11 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Viñicunca Rainbow Mountain Day Tour cost?
Prices start at $45 per person for this Cusco experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $415. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Viñicunca Rainbow Mountain Day Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 4:30 AM.
Can I cancel Viñicunca Rainbow Mountain Day 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. For the group tour, we pick up from hotels located near the city center. If your hotel is far from the center, the meeting point will be the fountain in the main square. For the private tour, we pick up from all hotels in Cusco. Pickup points include Hotel Cusco La Paccha, Affiliated by Melia, Inka Club Hostel.
What languages is Viñicunca Rainbow Mountain Day 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 30 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Viñicunca Rainbow Mountain Day Tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 1 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Exclusive Peru Tours.
Reviews(1)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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January 31, 2022 · via Tripadvisor
Amazing Private Tours: Rainbow Mountain, Sacred Valley, and Cusco city tour.
We especially want to thank the travel company "EXCLUSIVE PERU TOURS" for making our trip an unforgettable experience. My friends and I booked a private tour to the Rainbow mountain, the sacred valley of the Incas, and the Cusco city tour. It was amazing, from the moment we contacted, they were very professional in responding to us. The organization was unexceptionable, the guide and driver very friendly and professional. Overall, excellent tour company and highly recommended.
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