About this experience
This tour offers a professional guiding service to the magnificent Rainbow Mountain, crafted especially for TripAdvisor travelers who seek not only an expert guide but a meaningful connection with the Andes. Our guides are specialists in Andean history, culture, and natural wonders, ensuring your journey is insightful, well-organized, and truly unforgettable.
Prepare to walk through landscapes where colors seem to come alive, where every step reveals the magic of the Andean mountains, and where the ancient energy of the Andes embraces travelers from around the world.
At a glance
- Duration: 10 hr–11 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 10 hr–11 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Local guides to help you plan
Rainbow Mountain Day Trip From the Sacred Valley
Plan a realistic Rainbow Mountain day trip from the Sacred Valley, with Vinicunca route choices, altitude advice, costs, timing and access checks.
What is included
- Driver - Guide
- Oxigen Tank (available in the vehicle)
- Private Transport
- Walking sticks
- amenities onboard
- Bottle of water
Not included
- tips
- Meals (Breakfast and Lunch)
- Rainbow Mt. entrance ticket
Itinerary and highlights
Today, our tour begins at 5:00 a.m., departing from Cusco and heading toward Cusipata, where the Rainbow Mountain is located. We will arrive in Cusipata at approximately 7:00 a.m. for breakfast. This stop is optional, and you may pay for it directly at the restaurant.
Stop for breakfast
Meals are not included, but you can pay for them directly at the restaurant. If you prefer, we can also continue straight to Rainbow Mountain without stopping.
Arriving at approximately 8:00 to 9:00 a.m., we will begin our hike to Rainbow Mountain. The hike lasts about 1 hour and 40 minutes. We will spend around 30 to 40 minutes at the top taking photos and admiring the landscape. The return hike takes approximately 1 hour back to the starting point, where we will board our private transportation for the return City.
Stop for Lunch
Meals are not included, but you can pay for them directly at the restaurant. If you prefer, we can also continue straight to Cusco without stopping.
After lunch, we will begin our return journey to Cusco. The approximate finishing time for this private service is between 3:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. at the latest.
Meeting and pickup information
- Our travelers can choose their preferred pickup point within the city and enjoy the freedom to customize the tour at any moment; we also provide complimentary airport transfer-in and transfer-out services as part of this tour.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Italian — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Peru Andes Discovery
Accessibility and practical details
- 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 policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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