Rainbow Mountain Tour from Cusco
Traveler rating
3.2/5
Based on 6 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Rainbow Mountain Tour from Cusco worth booking?
Rainbow Mountain Tour from Cusco is a 13-hour experience in Cusco, Peru, from $99 per person. It scores 53 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3.2/5 rating across 6 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 53 / 100
- Rating
- 3.2/5 (6)
- Duration
- 13 hours
- From
- $99 per person
On this exciting tour for small groups from Cusco, we offer you a unique experience to Rainbow Mountain (Vinincunca) that deviates from conventional walking tours. Driving an all-terrain vehicle will save you time and re
What you get
- Private transportation
- First Aid Equipment
- motorcycle rental service
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Breakfast
- ATV per person
About this experience
On this exciting tour for small groups from Cusco, we offer you a unique experience to Rainbow Mountain (Vinincunca) that deviates from conventional walking tours. Driving an all-terrain vehicle will save you time and reach your destination before most visitors, giving you the perfect opportunity to enjoy the scenery without the usual crowds and capture impressive photos. Our tour includes convenient pickup from your hotel in Cusco, as well as a delicious breakfast and lunch in the charming town of Japura. With this experience, you will not only have the opportunity to explore Rainbow Mountain in a unique and exciting way, but you will also enjoy the convenience and luxury of arriving earlier than most and avoiding the crowds. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure with us!
What's included
Included
- Private transportation
- First Aid Equipment
- motorcycle rental service
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Breakfast
- ATV per person
- buffet lunch will be offered
Not included
- entrance ticket 25 soles
- Horse rental 80 soles
What you'll see and do
Centro Historico De Cusco
We will be at your hotel punctually to pick you up at the scheduled time. After the pickups, we will go to Cusipata, where the trip lasts two and a half hours until we reach the point where we will enjoy our breakfast.
180 minutes here · Admission included
Cusipata
Arriving at this place at approximately 6:20 a.m., we will be welcomed with our delicious buffet breakfast. After enjoying this morning delight, our guide will provide us with the necessary instructions to begin our exciting adventure in the all-terrain vehicles that will take us to Qosqopata, located 4900 meters above sea level. The vehicle journey usually takes around an hour. Then, we will continue the experience walking for 35 minutes, covering a distance of 1.5 kilometers, until we reach the impressive viewpoint of the 7-color mountain, which rises to 5038 meters above sea level.
120 minutes here
Vinicunca Mountain
Our guides will accompany you throughout the entire journey on ATVs from the community of Japurá, where our base is located. From this point, you will witness unique landscapes, surrounded by mountains, rivers, snow-capped mountains and the presence of high Andean animals, such as llamas and alpacas, in their natural habitat, herded by locals. The culmination of this experience is the impressive Seven Color Mountain, a visual gift that seems to have been painted by the gods, leaving us a legacy that honors our ancestors. In this majestic place, you will have the opportunity to enjoy the grandeur of nature, capturing the best moments in photographs and videos. Our guides will offer you detailed explanations about the geomorphological formations, the origin of the mountain and the fascinating variety of colors.
240 minutes here · Admission included
Cusco
After enjoying the viewpoint of the 7-color mountain, we will get on our all-terrain vehicles to head back to the city of Cusipata, where a delicious lunch awaits us. After finishing this tasty meal, we will begin the return to Cusco, arriving around 4:30 p.m. on average. With this, we will conclude our tour, leaving the participants at their respective hotels.
240 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 10 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- pt, en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 12 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- tripscape
Know before you go
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 6 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
4 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Food and drink
2 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
6 verified traveler reviews for Rainbow Mountain Tour from Cusco. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
7 color moutain
7 color mountain was nice. However, I felt ut was overpriced. I was supposed to be picked up at 3:30am. It was 4am so I reached. They put on another tour for picked at 8am. Unbelievable, I was NOT notified and I had to reach out to them. Unprofessional!
via Viator
Stay away from this SCAMMING company
Total SCAM, stay away from them. We booked the tour from them and there was absolutely no communication from them. They didn’t show up to pick us up and there were absolutely no responses from their part.
via Tripadvisor
Good breakfast and lunch....
Good breakfast and lunch. The driver and guide were both very friendly and accommodating. Very short ATV ride. Then given option to spend more money on either a motorbike or horseback ride up the hill, or else the other option to walk. I am not sure the price was worth it for this tour.
Response from the operator: Thank you very much for your feedback! We're glad to hear you enjoyed the breakfast, lunch, and the company of our friendly driver and guide. We’re sorry to hear that the experience didn’t fully meet your expectations. The ATV ride is indeed short, as it's limited by local regulations, and the final part of the ascent is managed by the community — which offers optional services like horseback or motorbike rides. These services are not included in the tour price and are optional for those who prefer not to walk. We appreciate your comments, as they help us continue improving our service.
via Viator
Disappointing and Misleading – Not a Time Saver, Just a Gimmick
I booked this ATV tour to Rainbow Mountain from Cusco because it was advertised as a "time saver" with a "30-minute ATV ride" and the promise to "be the first at the top." Unfortunately, the experience was the complete opposite. The ATV portion was a total letdown. The ride starts before the main parking area where all the regular tour buses go, and it lasts only about 9 minutes—just riding behind the vans on the same road. No scenery, no excitement. It felt like a forced detour just to say you "rode an ATV." Even worse, the whole process added nearly an hour with orientation, waiting, and transport logistics. There was absolutely no time saved—in fact, we arrived later than many of the regular tour groups. To top it off, the guide asked if we wanted to pay extra for a motorcycle ride to get to the top early—which isn’t exclusive to this tour at all. Anyone at the base can pay for that ride. So much for "being the first." I paid extra for an ATV tour that was completely unnecessary and didn’t deliver on any of its promises. Don’t fall for the marketing—it’s a waste of money and time.
Response from the operator: Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We truly appreciate your feedback as it helps us improve our services. We would like to clarify that in our product description, at no point do we mention that the ATVs take you all the way to the top of Rainbow Mountain. The ATV ride is intended to cover part of the route, reducing the overall hiking time. The final stretch to the top is managed by local communities, who offer optional motorcycle rides for an additional cost, independent of our tour. We strive to make the experience as smooth and enjoyable as possible, and we are sorry if there was any misunderstanding regarding the logistics. Your comfort and satisfaction are very important to us, and we will take your comments into account to improve our communication and service.
via Tripadvisor
We had such a great time....
We had such a great time. Our driver and guide were great. They were very knowledgeable. We got to Rainbow mountain early and beat the crowds.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your kind comment! We’re very happy to hear you had a great time and that you enjoyed the experience at Rainbow Mountain. It means a lot to us to know our driver and guide helped make your trip special. We hope to welcome you again on a future adventure!
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 13 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 15+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 53
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Rainbow Mountain Tour from Cusco: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Cusco.
How much does Rainbow Mountain Tour from Cusco cost?
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Prices start at $99 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 Rainbow Mountain Tour from Cusco take?
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Plan for about 13 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 Rainbow Mountain Tour from Cusco worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 53 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.2/5 across 6 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 Rainbow Mountain Tour from Cusco?
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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 Rainbow Mountain Tour from Cusco suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 15. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 13-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Rainbow Mountain Tour from Cusco?
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Around 2 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 13-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Rainbow Mountain Tour from Cusco 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, Peruvian Cooking Class Cocktails and Market Tour in Cusco, 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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