
Rainbow Mountain tour with Red Valley (Optional) - Small Group
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 25 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Rainbow Mountain tour with Red Valley (Optional) - Small Group worth booking?
Rainbow Mountain tour with Red Valley (Optional) - Small Group is a 12-hour experience in Cusco, Peru, from $35 per person. It scores 75 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 5/5 rating across 25 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 75 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (25)
- Duration
- 12 hours
- From
- $35 per person
Have a great experience with our excellent and trained tour guides and receive the best service in small groups (16 guests maximum), with a modern and comfortable van, the best restaurant on the route, and we also includ
What you get
- Tourist Transportation
- Pick up from hotel in Cusco
- Peruvian buffet breakfast and lunch
- Professional tour guide
- Oxygen tank and first aid kid
- Trekking poles (Carbon fiber)
About this experience
Have a great experience with our excellent and trained tour guides and receive the best service in small groups (16 guests maximum), with a modern and comfortable van, the best restaurant on the route, and we also included extra equipment like professional trekking poles, oxygen tank, and first aid kid. This is one of the most famous attractions in Cusco and the 2nd more visited after Machu Picchu. This tour gives you the exciting experience of climbing a mountain over 16,000ft, where you will be able to see colorful landscapes, majestic glaciers, amazing and vibrant green valleys with herds of alpaca, and the impressive Ausangate mountain range. Also, you will experience first-hand how locals live in the mountains and even see them hard at work.
What's included
Included
- Tourist Transportation
- Pick up from hotel in Cusco
- Peruvian buffet breakfast and lunch
- Professional tour guide
- Oxygen tank and first aid kid
- Trekking poles (Carbon fiber)
Not included
- Entrances
What you'll see and do
Rainbow Mountain Vinicunca
Our adventure begins very early at 4:30 am with our guide who will pick us up from the hotel and then transport us about 1 hour and 30 minutes from Cusco to Cusipata where a delicious breakfast awaits us. After breakfast we will be transported for about 1 hour to the base camp of the Colored Mountain called Phulawasipata (4600 masl). At this place our guide will give us some recommendations before starting the hike. After 2 hours of hiking, we will be arriving at the majestic Rainbow Mountain (5000 masl), where we will take a break of about 15 minutes while our guide gives us an explanation of the place and then have free time for about 30 minutes to take pictures and enjoy the place. After visiting Rainbow Mountain, we will descend for 1 hour and 30 minutes until we reach the parking lot where our transportation will be waiting for us to return to Cusipata where a delicious lunch awaits us. After lunch, we will return to Cusco for 2 hours arriving around 16:00 hours.
720 minutes here · Admission not included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 45 minutes before departure.
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 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Inca Highlands
Know before you go
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 25 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
8 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Photo opportunities
3 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Value for money
3 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Organization
3 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
2 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
25 verified traveler reviews for Rainbow Mountain tour with Red Valley (Optional) - Small Group. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
A fantastic private guided trip up rainbow mountain
We had a great time on this trip, very reasonably priced for the private tour. Carlos was our guide and Elvis was our driver, both excellent, fun and knowledgeable. Carlos adapts well to whom he is guiding so will make sure you have a great time. We booked with Daniela and she was excellent as well! Highly recommended
via Tripadvisor
Awesome !!!
Highly recommend !!! Marco was great, very professional with a lot of knowledge !!! Driver did a great job too, safe and professional !!! Great vibes, we had an amazing time !!!
via Tripadvisor
Wonderful Experience
The drivers and guides were indeed very professional. Right from the minute we contacted them months ago to plan for the trip, right till the end of our tour, they had been very responsive and helpful. Would definitely recommend them!
via Tripadvisor
Great Private Tour!
We booked a private tour from Cusco to the Palccoyo Rainbow mountains and enjoyed it tremendously. The Driver & Tour guide picked us up at our Cusco hotel on time and explained every step of the tour. We would definitely pick them for a private tour again if we are back in Cusco!
via Tripadvisor
A wonderful and unforgettable Rainbow Mountain tour
Thanks for arranging this wonderful tour. The scenic views are unique and spectacular. Our guide, Joel, is excellent in taking care of us. We enjoyed it very much.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 12 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
- 9
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 75
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Rainbow Mountain tour with Red Valley (Optional) - Small Group: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Cusco.
How much does Rainbow Mountain tour with Red Valley (Optional) - Small Group cost?
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Prices start at $35 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 with Red Valley (Optional) - Small Group take?
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Plan for about 12 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 with Red Valley (Optional) - Small Group worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 75 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 25 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 with Red Valley (Optional) - Small Group?
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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 with Red Valley (Optional) - Small Group suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 12-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Rainbow Mountain tour with Red Valley (Optional) - Small Group?
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Around 9 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 12-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Rainbow Mountain tour with Red Valley (Optional) - Small Group 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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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.
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