Cusco: All-Inclusive Day Tour to the 7-Color Mountain and Red Valley

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Enjoy the Mountain of Colors and the Red Valley with an early departure from Cusco. Avoid the crowds, experience incredible landscapes, and finish with a buffet lunch after a unique hike in the Andes.

Highlights

  • Be among the first to explore Rainbow Mountain before the crowds
  • Check out incredible panoramic views from various viewpoints
  • Choose a group tour or a private experience

Description

Experience the stunning beauty of Rainbow Mountain on a guided hike through the Andes. During the trip, you'll be able to observe alpacas, llamas, and vicuñas in their natural habitat while enjoying unforgettable panoramas. At the end, you'll enjoy a local lunch before heading back to Cusco. Your professional guide will pick you up from your accommodation between 3:30 a.m. and 4:00 a.m. After a 2-hour drive, you'll arrive in Cusipata, where you'll have an energy breakfast and can buy water or snacks for the hike. Later, you'll continue for another hour to the starting point, located at 4,850 m above sea level. From there, you'll start a 3.5 km hike, combining flat sections and gentle ascents towards Rainbow Mountain. During the ascent, you'll get to see unique landscapes, herds of camelids, and snow-capped peaks. When you reach 5,010 meters, you'll have free time to rest, take photos, and admire the colors of this natural wonder, weather permitting. Then you'll descend to the starting point in about an hour. Then you'll head back to Cusipata to enjoy a delicious lunch. Finally, you'll travel back to Cusco, arriving between 4:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. at the Plaza de Armas.

Includes

Pick-up at your hotel in the historic city center (depending on the option you choose) We'll drop you off in the city center Transport Bilingual guide Breakfast and lunch (vegetarian options available) Oxygen bottle (for emergencies) 1 wooden stick (optional) First aid kit

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Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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