Best One-Day Rainbow Mountain & Red Valley Excursion

4.8 (5 reviews) Cusco, Peru
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Duration12h
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LanguagesPortuguese, English, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
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Overview

Experience Rainbow Mountain, one of Peru's most visually striking geological features, during this private full-day trekking & adventure. This challenging hike offers plenty of rewards, most notably the alpine views from the mountain striped with intense turquoise, rust red, and golden yellow. 3:00am, 4:00am and 5am departures are available if you want to be the first visitor on top of Rainbow Mountain.  A private Tourism Guide and round-trip hotel transport are included in the cost of this unforgetable tour.

In addition we will trek to the red Valley to enjoy a different scenary of the valley and get amazing pictures.

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EXCLUSIVE PRIVATE EXPERIENCE

FOOD! GUIDE| TICKETS| EXPERTS: Red Valley (Valle Rojo) is a hidden gem near Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca), offering one of the most surreal landscapes.
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SHARE EXPERIENCE JOURNEY

TICKETS| GUIDE| FOOD| PHOTOS: Red Valley (Valle Rojo) is a hidden gem near Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca), offering one of the most surreal landscapes.
Pickup included

What's included

  • Complete package - All Admission fees, taxes, and Permits
  • Meals and beverages are part of the tour package
  • Professional bilingual guide - Stories & insights
  • Premium transportation - Air-conditioned vehicle | Hassle-free service - Hotel transfers
  • Priority access - No waiting in lines | Assistance 24|7
  • The listed price does not include a $30 per person Horse Back Riding in case you don´t feel like walking up/down, the horse and a muleer will go with you around. this is Optional.
  • Travel Insurance | Personal expenses and souvenirs
  • International and domestic flights | Hotel stays and accommodations

What to expect

  1. Vinicunca Mountain
    3h · Admission ticket included
    Rainbow Mountain is a colorful mountainside in the high Andes of Peru. In short, the mountain's colors were formed by sedimentary mineral layers in the mountain that have been exposed by erosion. The Rainbow Mountain trailhead is located a 3-hour drive from Cusco, where day trips have recently grown quite popular.
  2. Rainbow Mountain Peru
    3h · Admission ticket included
    day trip from Cusco to Rainbow Mountain offers an unforgettable trekking experience with panoramic views of glaciers, dramatic landscapes, and encounters with local Andean communities. Many tours also include the nearby Red Valley, a hidden gem with stunning red-hued mountains and fewer crowds.

    Perfect for: adventure travelers, hikers, and photography lovers seeking one of the most colorful mountains in the world.
  3. 2h
    Red Valley (Valle Rojo) is a hidden gem near Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca), offering one of the most surreal landscapes in the Peruvian Andes. Its intense red hills, caused by iron-rich soil, create a Martian-like scenery unlike anywhere else on Earth.

    After visiting Rainbow Mountain, many trekkers choose to extend the hike into Red Valley, where fewer tourists go—making it a peaceful and authentic experience surrounded by dramatic colors, snow-capped peaks, and wide-open Andean views.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

"What to bring: Weather-appropriate clothing and your passport (required). We recommend comfortable walking shoes and layers for changing mountain weather."
You might also want to add:
• "Sunscreen and hat recommended for high altitude"
• "Small backpack for personal items"
• "Camera for stunning photo opportunities"

Additional information

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
  • We include the necessary first aid equipment, such as oxygen tank and medicine.
  • we include walking sticks

Cancellation policy

If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

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