13-Hour Rainbow Mountain Hike from Cusco with Vinicunca Summit Views
About This Tour
Challenge yourself with a day hike to Vinicunca, or Rainbow Mountain, from Cusco. Explore this little-known spot in Peru, admired for its natural colours, and t...
Duration: 13 Hours · Tour type: Shared · Activity level: Moderate · Accommodation: Not included · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: No · Cities: Cusco, Urus Mountain · Languages: English, Spanish
Know before you go: Confirmation will be received at the time of booking.; A vegetarian option is available. Please advise at the time of booking if required.; The tour operates in all weather conditions, so please dress appropriately.; Recommendations for what to bring:; Enjoy breakfast, snacks, lunch, and round-trip transport on this trip.; Numbers are limited to 14 people on this small-group tour, ensuring that you will spend an intimate day with a small group of like-minded explorers.
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What's Included
- Transport Cusco - trailhead - Cusco
- Breakfast and lunch box
- Professional English-speaking Peruvian trekking guide
- Entrance fees
- Hotel pickup
Not Included
- Alcoholic drinks
- Drinks
- Dinner
- Gratuities for the Peruvian trekking guide and driver
- Optional horse and wrangler
Itinerary
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1Day 01
Cusco to Rainbow Mountain Hike
You will be picked up from your hotel in Cusco at 3:30 am. The day begins very early in the morning, but the trip will be worth it. Your drive from Cusco takes about three hours, so sit back and relax. Before your hike starts, stop to enjoy a light breakfast. You will be picked up from your hotel in Cusco at 3:30 am. The day begins very early in the morning, but the trip will be worth it. Your drive from Cusco takes about three hours, so sit back and relax. Before your hike starts, stop to enjoy a light breakfast. Afterwards, your Peruvian trekking guide and small group will set out on the 3-4-hour hike to the mountains. Afterwards, your Peruvian trekking guide and small group will set out on the 3-4-hour hike to the mountains. Once you reach the summit, rest for a bit before admiring the stunning mountain views. The mountains get their name from their beautiful rainbow-like colour. Take all the photos you like, and then head down to lower altitudes, where you can stop for lunch. Once you reach the summit, rest for a bit before admiring the stunning mountain views. The mountains get their name from their beautiful rainbow-like colour. Take all the photos you like, and then head down to lower altitudes, where you can stop for lunch. Your driver will be waiting for your group and guide at the trailhead. Hop back into your vehicle for a 3-hour drive to your hotel in Cusco. You will arrive sometime between 5:00 pm and 6:00 pm. Your driver will be waiting for your group and guide at the trailhead. Hop back into your vehicle for a 3-hour drive to your hotel in Cusco. You will arrive sometime between 5:00 pm and 6:00 pm.
Meeting Point
Meeting point: Cusco, Peru · Tour start: Cusco, Peru — Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
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