From Cusco: Rainbow Mountain & Red Valley Tour with meals

Wanchaq, Peru



Discover Rainbow Mountain your way! Choose a scenic hike, a motorcycle ride for easier access, or an ATV adventure through Red Valley, Enjoy breathtaking Andean landscapes and flexible options.

Highlights

  • TRAVEL IN QUAD BY BEAUTIFUL LANDSCAPE OF RED VALLEY
  • arrive earlier than the crowd to take beautiful photos
  • VISIT THE RAINBOW MOUNTAIN WITH LESS WALKING
  • Walk through unique landscapes in our view of the red valley
  • ENJOY OUR ANDEAN BREAKFAS AND LUNCH

Description

Your experience begins early in the morning with a 3:00 am pickup directly from your hotel in Cusco. From there, you will travel in comfortable transportation for approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes to the town of Cusipata, located in the southern valley. Upon arrival, you will enjoy a freshly prepared breakfast, giving you time to relax and get ready for the day ahead.

After breakfast, the journey continues for another 1 hour and 30 minutes through scenic Andean landscapes until you reach the community of kayrawiri alta (around 8:00 am), which serves as the starting point of the hike.

From here, you will begin a gradual hike toward Rainbow Mountain. The ascent takes approximately 2 hours, depending on your pace, and your guide will accompany you throughout, ensuring a safe and steady experience. If you prefer not to hike, there are optional services available at the starting point, including horseback riding or motorcycle rides with a driver that can take you close to the summit. These services are managed locally and require an additional cash payment.

At around 10:30 am, you will reach the summit of Rainbow Mountain, located at over 5,000 meters above sea level. Here, you will have approximately one hour to take in the breathtaking views, explore the area, and capture photographs of this unique natural formation. Arriving earlier in the day allows you to enjoy the mountain with fewer crowds and better conditions.

After spending time at Rainbow Mountain, the experience continues with a 35-minute walk toward the Red Valley viewpoint. This area is less visited by most tours and offers a completely different landscape, with striking red-colored mountains and wide open views, making it one of the highlights of the day.

Once you have explored the Red Valley, you will begin your descent back to kayrawiri alto, where your transportation will be waiting for you. From there, you will return to Cusipata for a well-deserved buffet lunch around 1:00 pm, where you can rest and recover after the hike.

Finally, you will board your transport for the return journey to Cusco. The estimated arrival time is around 4:30 pm, with drop-off near the Plaza de Armas or as close as possible to your hotel.

Options

NOTE: we have many options to choose

  • option A: easy acces to rainbow mountain with motorcycle with driver until rainbow mountain summit ( walking only 5 to 7 minutes )
  • option B: rainbow mountain in quad bikes until rainbow mountain summit (walking only 5 to 7 minutes)
  • option C: red valley valley and rainbow mountain in quads 8visit two places in only one day)

This experience is ideal for travelers looking to explore Rainbow Mountain in a well-organized way, with enough time to enjoy each location while avoiding unnecessary rush and crowds.

NOTE: EACH OPTION HAS A DIFERENT GROUP SINCE START ( WALKING TOUR, WITHOUT WALKING WITH MOTORCYCLE OR ATV,

Includes

  • transportation with pick up from your hotel
  • breakfast
  • lunch
  • guide
  • oxygen
  • walking sticks
  • first aid kit
  • ATV FOR RED VALLEY
  • HELMET

Excludes

  • RAINBOW mountain entrance ticket
  • RED VALLEY entrance ticket to red valley
  • travel insurance

Important Information

  • Communicate a day before to indicate the exact time, pick-up times may vary depending on the location of your hotel.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes transportation, an Andean breakfast and lunch, a quad ride through Red Valley, and a visit to Rainbow Mountain with less walking.
The tour departs from your hotel in Cusco with a 1.5-hour drive to Cusipata, then a quad ride through Red Valley before reaching Rainbow Mountain.
The tour begins early with a 3:00 am pickup from your hotel in Cusco to arrive ahead of the crowds at Rainbow Mountain.
Yes, the tour includes a freshly prepared Andean breakfast upon arrival in Cusipata and a lunch during the trip.
Yes, this tour offers a way to visit Rainbow Mountain and Red Valley with less walking by including quad rides through the landscape.
Anyone staying in Cusco who is physically able to manage light walking at high altitude can join the tour.
The quad ride covers the scenic Red Valley area near Rainbow Mountain in Peru.
Yes, advance booking is recommended to secure your spot and confirm hotel pickup times.
The full tour lasts most of the day, starting early morning with travel, meals, and activities; check the website for exact timing.
Yes, as the tour reaches high elevations, it's important to acclimate properly and stay hydrated; consult a doctor if concerned.

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