1 Day Rainbow Mountain Tour From Cusco
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12 hours 30 minutes
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The Rainbow Mountain Tour Full Day, experience the most amazing colors of the Andes Mountains, explore in a full day hike to the most spectacular Vinicunca – Peru.
Vinicunca or Rainbow Mountain, became one of Cusco’s most popular day tours, where you get to see; yellow, red, ochre, white and turquoise mineral stripes in the mountain lend it wow appeal. From the Cusipata – Pampachiri approach, the 10km round-trip is gentle in grade, reaching a hillside viewpoint facing the mountain. From the top, you have 360-degree views include nearby Ausangate (6384m), the highest mountain in southern Peru. Since the high altitude (reaching above 5000m) takes its toll, try to ascend slowly to conquer the summit of Rainbow hills of Peru.
Rainbow Mountain Peru, however, has breathtaking views easily allow you to forget about the 2 hour struggle you leave behind. The Ausangate glacier on one side and bizarre, colourful peaks on the other.
Additional Info
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
What To Expect
The pick up at 5:00 am by van, then drive to Hanchi Pacha – Pitumarca village by van for three hours, where you have a nice Organic breakfast, then we start hiking all the way up for two and half hours to the top of Rainbow Mountain at 5036 m.a.s.l. Along the hike, you get to see Llamas, Alpacas, local Quechua people, and the most spectacular colorful rocky mountains. After enjoying the top of Vinicunca, we have a downhill hike for 1 hour in order to have lunch, then we will get back by bus to Cusco.
Cusipata
Starting your trip in the morning with a hotel pick-up, we will then drive through Peru’s rugged mountain landscape. Our first stop is a small village where we will stop for breakfast. Also is the place for lunch in the afternoon after conquering the Rainbow Mountain tour.
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1 Day Rainbow Mountain Tour From Cusco
Pickup included
What‘s Included
First-aid kit including emergency oxygen tank
Pick up from your hotel
1 Breakfast & 1 Lunch based in traditional Peruvian food
English speaking experienced professional mountain guide
Transportation round trip.
Entry ticket 25 Peruvian soles
Tips for your expedition team
Pickup points
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
14 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Excellent tour!!
Trek54606018099,May 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This visit was included in the tour that lasted 6 days and 5 nights in Cusco. I want to highlight the kindness of the guides and their constant concern for each of the travelers. And I want to emphasize Rosaura Peña, who was always attentive to all the details and especially to ensuring that we had a very good experience. Totally recommended. Additionally, they gave us some practical and nice gifts that were very useful.
Good tour and good food
hyproxg,Mar 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very impressive tour to see the mountain of seven colors. All the service was well organized and the food was very good. Thanks happy gringo!
My Rainbow Mountain Tour was fantastic!
rainb0wm0untaina,Mar 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Visiting Rainbow Mountain was one of the most memorable and breathtaking experiences of my trip to Peru. Also known as Vinicunca or the “Mountain of Seven Colors,” Rainbow Mountain is famous for its incredible natural stripes of red, yellow, green, and other vibrant colors. Located high in the Andes Mountains near Cusco, the journey to this unique destination was both challenging and rewarding. From the early morning departure to the final views at the summit, the entire tour was filled with adventure, stunning scenery, and unforgettable moments. Our day began very early in the morning when our tour group was picked up from our hotel in Cusco. The drive to the trailhead took several hours, but the views along the way made the trip enjoyable. We passed through small Andean villages, open valleys, and mountains covered with snow. Watching the sunrise over the Andes was a beautiful start to the day and helped build excitement for what was ahead. Before starting the hike, we stopped for breakfast at a local restaurant organized by the tour company. The breakfast was simple but satisfying, giving us the energy we needed for the hike. Our guide explained the route, the altitude, and gave us advice about pacing ourselves. Rainbow Mountain sits at more than 5,000 meters (over 16,000 feet) above sea level, so the thin air can make the hike more difficult. The guide reminded us to walk slowly, drink water, and take breaks when necessary. The hike itself was about 3 to 4 kilometers each way. At first, the trail seemed manageable, but the high altitude quickly made it more challenging. Even though the path was not extremely steep, the thin air made every step feel heavier. However, the scenery along the trail made the effort worthwhile. The surrounding landscape was incredible, with rolling mountains, wide valleys, and herds of alpacas and llamas grazing nearby. Many local people were also there with their colorful traditional clothing and horses that hikers could rent if they needed help reaching the top. One of the things I enjoyed most during the hike was the peaceful atmosphere of the Andes. The fresh mountain air, the quiet sounds of nature, and the wide open views created a feeling of calm and connection with the environment. Even though many tourists visit Rainbow Mountain each day, the area still feels natural and untouched. After a steady climb, we finally reached the viewpoint at the summit. Seeing Rainbow Mountain for the first time was an incredible moment. The colors of the mountain were even more impressive in person than in pictures. The stripes of red, orange, yellow, and green stretched across the mountain like a giant natural painting. It is amazing to know that these colors were formed by different minerals in the soil over millions of years. At the top, our guide gave us time to take photos and enjoy the view. From the viewpoint, we could also see the nearby Red Valley and the surrounding snow-capped peaks of the Andes. Even though it was cold and windy at the summit, the experience felt truly special. Standing there at such a high altitude and seeing such a unique natural wonder made the difficult hike completely worth it. After spending time at the summit, we began the descent back down the trail. The hike down was much easier and faster, giving us more time to enjoy the scenery without feeling as tired. Once we returned to the starting point, our group had lunch at the same restaurant where we had breakfast. The warm meal was a perfect way to relax after the long hike. We had a fantastic team with Happy Gringo Tours!
Great day on the rainbow mountain
carlosalbertoL6151AW,Nov 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The rainbow mountain tour 1 day was very spectacular. The food breakfast and lunch was delicious and the tour guide was very knowleageble of this tour. Highly recommend this tour in Cusco.
The tour was magical!
580remos,Nov 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The colorful mountain tour to Vinicunca from a day to Cusco was well managed by our leader Jorge. The food, the pickup, the bus and our guide was very informed of all the culture and history. It was worth it!
Great tour in Vinicunca
983percyq,Nov 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing tour to rainbow mountain with Happy Gringo Tours. The food was great, the bus was clean, and the tour guise was friendly and informative. Sure, we recommend this tour to everyone!
We liked the trip and enjoyed!
vilmapW1825AP,Oct 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We have made a reservation with Happy Gringo 1-day colorful mountain tours from Cusco. Our trips were well organized from the beginning to the end. The food was delicious, the guide very professional and the transport very clean. Our guide Mauro was very attentive throughout the trip.
Macchu picchu family of 5!
dianehM2144TA,Dec 28, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great time on our tour! We all went together and had fun. Our tour guide Ruben was great. Thanks so much!!
We survived the tour
189luciov,Jul 9, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great tour with Happy Gringo Tours, the day mas magic amd the landscapes were amazing aling tje hike to Rainbow Mountain. Very well organized and recommended the agency! Thanks for the great service :)
Great experience!
Citrochic,Apr 2, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Arriving in Cusco, with my partner we went personally to the agency headquarters to book our tours. Initially we opted for group excursions, but after making the first one to the Sacred Valley, we contacted Marko and asked if he could arrange private tours. In a very professional and precise way, he reshaped our excursions to Palcoyo and Humantay Lake, giving us a driver (Edwin) and a personal guide! It was all absolutely fantastic! They were 2 beautiful days, thanks to the competence and professionalism of Jhoel who catapulted us into the Peruvian mood making us live wonderful experiences! Certainly I can highly recommend Happy Gringo Tours 😊
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