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Rainbow Mountain + Red Valley Tour

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On our Vinicunca Mountain + Red Valley Tour, you’ll discover two of the most spectacular and colorful landscapes in the Peruvian Andes—all in one day. This tour is perfect for those who want to experience the magic of nature without long hikes or crowds.

During the tour, you’ll enjoy the iconic Vinicunca Mountain, famous for its natural rainbow-colored stripes, and the impressive Red Valley, known for its striking red rock formations. You’ll also have panoramic views of the Ausangate snow-capped peak—an unforgettable experience for nature lovers and photographers alike.

The Vinicunca Mountain + Red Valley Tour is the ideal choice for travelers seeking adventure, culture, and natural beauty, while being less demanding and less crowded than other traditional routes. Experience an unforgettable day surrounded by fresh air, tranquility, and the vibrant colors of one of Peru’s most breathtaking destinations.

Itinerary for the Vinicunca Mountain + Red Valley Tour

  • Pickup from your hotel in Cusco

    We start early, picking up tourists from their accommodations in Cusco to form the group. Then, we board a modern minivan for a trip of approximately 2 hours to the town of Cusipata (80 km).

  • Breakfast in Cusipata

    Upon arrival in Cusipata, we stop at the La Montana tourist restaurant to enjoy a delicious buffet breakfast. You can savor bread, coffee, hot infusions, yogurt, cereals, fruits, pancakes, tequeños, eggs, butter, jam, and more.

  • Trip to Phulawasipata Camp

    After breakfast, we continue on a dirt road uphill for approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes until reaching Phulawasipata camp, located around 4,800 meters above sea level.

  • Hike to Vinicunca Rainbow Mountain

    From Phulawasipata, the final 3 km hike begins. The trail is mostly flat with a last uphill stretch, usually taking about 2 hours. Optional: You can rent a horse for this hike (not included, approx. 60 soles). The guide will accompany you throughout the hike, explaining the origin of the mountain’s colors and cultural facts.

  • Summit of Vinicunca Rainbow Mountain

    At the summit, 5,200 meters above sea level, you will enjoy a spectacular and unique view, perfect for unforgettable photos. The group will stay for about one hour at this location.

  • Visit to the Red Valley

    After time at Vinicunca, we will spend about 30 minutes exploring the nearby Red Valley, famous for its striking reddish slopes caused by minerals in the soil — a landscape that looks like it’s from another planet.

  • Return hike to Phulawasipata Camp

    The return hike is easier and downhill, along less demanding trails until reaching the camp where the minivan awaits.

  • Buffet lunch in Cusipata

    Back in Cusipata, enjoy a buffet lunch at La Montana restaurant with typical Peruvian dishes such as hot soups, rice, pasta, legumes, lomo saltado, trout ceviche, fried fish, tequeños, salads, fruits, and more.

  • Return to Cusco and end of tour

    Finally, we travel back to Cusco (about 2 hours) to end the tour at a central plaza or your hotel doorstep around 5:00 p.m.

Rainbow Mountain + Red Valley Tour

Includes:

  • Pickup and return
  • Comfortable transport
  • Bilingual guide (English/Spanish)
  • Meals: breakfast and lunch included
  • Oficial tickets included
  • Assistance and safety

Not included:

  • ChatGPT dijo: Entrance to Vinicunca Rainbow Mountain S/ 30.00 (paid on-site)
  • Water and/or beverages.
  • Tips, personal appreciation (optional)
  • Travel insurance, recommended during your trip (purchase from your home country)

Start 4:00 am / 4:30 am – Finish 5:00 pm aprox.

$32.00

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    Frequently Asked Questions About the Vinicunca Mountain + Red Valley Tour

    The tour includes round-trip transportation from Cusco, breakfast, buffet lunch, professional guide, entrance fees to Vinicunca Mountain and Red Valley, and basic hiking equipment.
    The hike has moderate difficulty due to altitude and distance (approximately 3 km), with some inclines. It is recommended to be acclimatized and in good physical condition.
    The best time is during the dry season, between April and October, when the weather is more stable and the colors of the mountain are better appreciated.
    Yes, because Vinicunca Mountain is over 5,000 meters above sea level. It is recommended to acclimate in Cusco for at least one day before the tour and take precautions.
    It is a full-day tour, starting early in the morning and ending around 5:00 p.m. with the return to Cusco.

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