Full Day Tour to The Rainbow Mountain from Cusco by Horse
Cusco, Peru

Full Day Tour to The Rainbow Mountain from Cusco by Horse

Outty Ranking 63 4.8 · 18 traveler reviews10 hoursFrom $159
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Outty Ranking

63/100

Solid Choice. Our proprietary evaluation. How we score

Traveler rating

4.8/5

Based on 18 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Is Full Day Tour to The Rainbow Mountain from Cusco by Horse worth booking?

Full Day Tour to The Rainbow Mountain from Cusco by Horse is a 10-hour experience in Cusco, Peru, from $159 per person. It scores 63 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 18 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
63 / 100
Rating
4.8/5 (18)
Duration
10 hours
From
$159 per person

Vinicunca Mountain, also known as Rainbow Mountain, has a natural color palate that is difficult to find anywhere else on Earth. Enjoy one of Peru's most amazing geological features during this full-day tour as you challenge yourself on a harsh walk with unbelievably rewarding views along the way. The hotel's round trip transportation is covered as well as horseback riding throughout the hike with a local horse man the small size of the group ensures you receive a lot of personalized attention from your guide. This way you support the community working with locals and their well trained horses. You dont require to have experience at all.

What you get

    About this experience

    Vinicunca Mountain, also known as Rainbow Mountain, has a natural color palate that is difficult to find anywhere else on Earth. Enjoy one of Peru's most amazing geological features during this full-day tour as you challenge yourself on a harsh walk with unbelievably rewarding views along the way. The hotel's round trip transportation is covered as well as horseback riding throughout the hike with a local horse man the small size of the group ensures you receive a lot of personalized attention from your guide. This way you support the community working with locals and their well trained horses. You dont require to have experience at all.

    What's included

    Included

    • Professional trekking guide in English – Spanish
    • Hotel pickup and drop-off
    • Briefing one day before
    • Horses round trip
    • Snacks
    • Lunch
    • Andean blessing (ancestral ceremony for protection with a local shaman)
    • Transport Cusco – Trailhead – Cusco
    • Breakfast
    • First aid kit including oxygen (for any emergency)

    Not included

    • Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase) Drinks, unless specified Dinner Gratuities for the guide and driver
    • Dinner
    • Gratuities for the guide and driver
    • Hiking sticks $7

    What you'll see and do

    1. - Beautiful landscapes. - Amazing views of Ausangate mountain - Meet local people - Appreciate the fauna on the road (find lamas and alpacas)

      180 minutes here · Admission included

    Where it starts and ends

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is included for all travelers.

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en, es
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 14 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Travel and Healing

    Know before you go

    • Service animals allowed
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
    • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
    • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
    • Recommendations for what to bring:
    • Comfortable backpack for walking
    • Hiking boots (Due to the height of the trek there may be some sections where snow has fallen)
    • Walking sticks
    • Hat for the sun, sunblock and sunglasses
    • Raincoat or poncho
    • Warm clothes to be worn in layers including a hat and gloves
    • Camera

    Photos

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 18 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    9 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Photo opportunities

    5 mentions

    The views and photo stops come up again and again.

    Value for money

    4 mentions

    Travelers feel they got more than they paid for.

    Physical effort

    3 mentions

    Expect real walking or climbing: reviewers mention the effort involved.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    2 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Organization

    2 mentions

    Pickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.

    Traveler reviews

    18 verified traveler reviews for Full Day Tour to The Rainbow Mountain from Cusco by Horse. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    amcook15 · May 2026

    Well organised, loved it

    Picked up from hotel, Ferbando was great and kept you informed, Norman the second guide was also great. Breakfast was lovely where we stopped off. We arrived to walk to rainbow nice and early and got there before the crowds. We had lots of time there and then at 10:00 a few of us headed over to red valley… this is a must don’t miss out! It’s only 20 soles extra. Really lovely day with great views. A fabulous chicken curry for lunch after and fresh fruit, orange cake etc. Back in Cusco in plenty of time to enjoy an evening. Perfect day thank you

    via Tripadvisor

    William N · April 2026

    Take the Tour with the horse

    For a 74 year old, having a horse take me most of the way to the mountain made the experience so much less stressful

    via Tripadvisor

    Bianca R · August 2025

    A great view of the temple of the moon and cityscape

    The guides were super helpful and made the experience really enjoyable. Considering going back for the full day tour while I am here..

    via Tripadvisor

    Enupnion · August 2019

    Beauty in all it's splendor

    Excellent customer facing experience from Travel & Healing. Heads up highlight, this is meant to be an experience, not a regular "pick up, drop off" scenario. We had our fantastic guide Luz stop off our hotel the night before to facilitate a local Shaman blessing & set expectations for the next day. We were always taken well care of & were always safe. Beautiful experience. The only area for improvement would be in the horseback section. The community which provide those services are generous & lovely, but they kind of offer only a "one-size-fits-all" when it comes to saddles & horses. Most importantly, there needs to be a greater communication between the tour company & the native people providing the horses, since we were asked to pay for our ride even though we had previously paid upfront with Travel & Healing. Even though it worked out, we were waiting around afterwards making sure everyone was taken care of financially. Not a huge issue, just one that can be overcome with better coordination & communication on site. I definitely can say that choosing Travel & Healing added value to our experience to our trip & made the trek to Vinicunca all the more memorable.

    via Tripadvisor

    Brandon_B · June 2019

    Very disorganized. Better options out there.

    Breakfast was a joke. 1 cold egg and a piece of bread. Took over an hour just to get started. 2 different companies used the same driver so we had to drive all over Cusco to different hotels to pick people up. We weren’t even picked up at our hotel and we had to walk to the bus. The bus driver didn’t even have a license for transporting tourists. We found out when we got to a checkpoint and the police told him he was wanted (had a warrant for his arrest) and the guides had to pay off the police to let him go. The bus was a Mercedes Sprinter. Comfortable enough on a paved road but when I was waiting to leave Rainbow Mountain I noticed that both right rear tires were completely bald!! We were hauling butt up a rocky dirt road on the edge of the mountain with shear drop offs just hours before. The ride back down was by far the most scared I’ve ever been. The only reason I’m giving 2 stars instead of 1 is our guide. His name was Willy and he was awesome. I’d reach out to him personally if I ever go back to take us on another tour.

    via Viator

    Good to know

    Duration
    10 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Hotel pickup
    Included for all travelers
    Booked in 30 days
    6
    Verdict
    Solid Choice

    Why this scores 63

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)87
    Review evidence (18% weight)48
    Booking momentum (14% weight)38
    Value for money (12% weight)24
    Listing quality (10% weight)81
    Local standing (8% weight)47
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Full Day Tour to The Rainbow Mountain from Cusco by Horse: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Cusco.

    How much does Full Day Tour to The Rainbow Mountain from Cusco by Horse cost?

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    Prices start at $159 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Cusco usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Full Day Tour to The Rainbow Mountain from Cusco by Horse take?

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    Plan for about 10 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Cusco is not rushed.

    Is Full Day Tour to The Rainbow Mountain from Cusco by Horse worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 63 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 18 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Cusco, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Full Day Tour to The Rainbow Mountain from Cusco by Horse?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Full Day Tour to The Rainbow Mountain from Cusco by Horse suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 10-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Full Day Tour to The Rainbow Mountain from Cusco by Horse?

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    Around 6 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Cusco can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Cusco and add a light layer if any part of the 10-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Full Day Tour to The Rainbow Mountain from Cusco by Horse start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Cusco within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Cusco?

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    On Outty we rank every Cusco experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Sacred Valley Full Day Tour, Full-Day Humantay Lake Trek (Meals Included), Cusco: Rainbow Mountain & Red Valley Premium Day Trip with Meals. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Cusco?

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    Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Cusco?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

    What is included in Full Day Tour to The Rainbow Mountain from Cusco by Horse?

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    Included: Professional trekking guide in English – Spanish; Hotel pickup and drop-off; Briefing one day before; Horses round trip; and Snacks. Not included: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase) Drinks, unless specified Dinner Gratuities for th; Dinner; Gratuities for the guide and driver; and Hiking sticks $7. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Does Full Day Tour to The Rainbow Mountain from Cusco by Horse include hotel pickup?

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    Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 2 listed pickup locations in and around Cusco. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.

    What languages is Full Day Tour to The Rainbow Mountain from Cusco by Horse offered in?

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    It is offered in English and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Full Day Tour to The Rainbow Mountain from Cusco by Horse?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    What happens to Full Day Tour to The Rainbow Mountain from Cusco by Horse if the weather is bad?

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    It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Cusco. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.

    What do travelers say about Full Day Tour to The Rainbow Mountain from Cusco by Horse?

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    Across 18 reviews averaging 4.8 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, photo opportunities, value for money. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works. One thing to know: Expect real walking or climbing: reviewers mention the effort involved.

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