Full-Day Rainbow Mountain Trek from Cusco with Ausangate Views

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Enjoy adventure, hiking, and plenty of adrenaline at Rainbow Mountain
• 02 Savour a buffet breakfast and lunch
• 03 Admire the scenic beauty as you hike among herds of alpacas and llamas
• 04 Take in vibrant views from Vinincunca, the Mountain of Seven Colours
• 05 See the snowy Ausangate, one of the most revered mountains in the region

Sign up for a full-day adventure to the breathtaking Rainbow Mountain. Begin your journey with an early morning pickup in Cusco, followed by scenic drives and a refreshing breakfast in Cusipata. Hike through stunning landscapes with herds of alpacas and llamas, culminating in the vibrant colors of Vinincunca and awe-inspiring views of Ausangate mountain.

At the top, you can appreciate the beauty and magic of Rainbow Mountain and its surroundings, as well as the snowy Ausangate, one of the most revered mountains in the region.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Shared

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Cusco, Ausangate

Languages English, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Cusco to Rainbow Mountain and Vinincunca Trek

• We will pick you up early in the morning from your hotel in Cusco at 04:00 AM, then head towards the south valley of Cusco.
• The drive takes around 2 hours until we reach the town of Cusipata. After a refreshing breakfast, we will continue for 1.5 hours more to the starting point of the trek at Winincunca. You will be immediately surprised by the scenic beauty, the flora and fauna of the area, herds of alpacas and llamas, and the incredible views of Ausangate mountain.
• After a hike of 1.5 to 2 hours, we will arrive at our destination: Vinincunca, "the Mountain of Seven Colours" (5,020 m / 16,466 ft).
• At the top, you can appreciate the beauty and magic of Rainbow Mountain and its surroundings, as well as the snowy Ausangate, one of the most revered mountains in the region. Here, you will have time to explore the area and take pictures.
• Later, we will walk back downhill to the starting point of the trek. From there, we will continue by car to the town of Cusipata, where we will recharge our energies with a delicious lunch.
• Finally, we will return by car to the city of Cusco.
• The approximate arrival time is 05:00 PM.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Pickup from the hotel
• Tourist transport
• Professional English- and Spanish-speaking guide
• Buffet breakfast and lunch

What's Not Included

• Entrance to all tourist spots (USD 7.00 per person)
• Tips, snacks, and others
• Health insurance

What to bring

• Passport or ID.
• Wear slippers or light shoes.
• A bottle of water.
• A raincoat (long poncho) in the rainy season.
• Long-sleeved shirts.
• Long pants.
• Sunscreen and a wide-brimmed hat for sunny days.
• Sunglasses.
• A camera or camcorder.
• Keep low-denomination soles or dollars on hand.

Know before you go

• You will take an incredible walk of 1 hour and 30 minutes to approximately 2 hours from the starting point to the top of Rainbow Mountain. You will reach the top of the mountain at about 5,020 meters above sea level. Optionally, it is possible to rent a horse at any time along the way if you begin to find the walk difficult.
• On the Rainbow Mountain tour, you can enjoy a unique experience. This attraction is, after Machu Picchu, the second most visited place in the city of Cusco. Upon reaching the starting point of the trek, you will be surprised by an incredible panoramic view of the snow-capped Ausangate, the highest mountain in Cusco. You will hike for 1 hour and 30 minutes to the top and reach a height of 5,000 meters above sea level. From this height, you will appreciate all the scenic beauty this place offers. Optionally, it is possible to rent a horse at any time along the way if you begin to find the walk difficult.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Please wait in the hotel lobby 10 minutes before your scheduled pickup time.

Tour start

Vinicunca, 08225, Perú

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.