Rainbow Mountain Day Trip from Cusco - Vinicunca

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Itinerary

1. Hotel Pickup in Cusco Begin your day with an early pickup from your hotel in central Cusco by Palcoyo Tours. Meet your guide and fellow travelers as you board a comfortable tourist vehicle.

   45 min

2. Drive to Cusipata Travel through scenic Andean landscapes toward the town of Cusipata. Along the way, enjoy views of terraced farmlands, herds of llamas and alpacas, and traditional villages just waking up.

   2 h

3. Breakfast in Cusipata Arrive in Cusipata and enjoy a hearty local breakfast to fuel up for the day’s trek. This is also a good time to acclimate and prepare for the higher altitudes. Drive to Phullawasipata Trailhead: Continue by vehicle to Phullawasipata, the starting point of the hike, located at 4,600 meters above sea level. Get a safety briefing and start gearing up.

   1.8 h

4. Hike to Rainbow Mountain Begin the trek to Vinicunca (Rainbow Mountain). The hike is approximately 7 kilometers round trip and takes you from 4,600 meters to a breathtaking 5,100 meters. Along the way, pass through high Andean landscapes with views of snow capped peaks, colorful hills, and wildlife. Optional horse rental is available for those who prefer not to hike the entire way. Arrive at Rainbow Mountain Summit Reach the summit and take in spectacular panoramic views of the iconic striped mountain and surrounding peaks. Take photos, rest, and enjoy the high-altitude experience.

   3 h

5. Descent and Return to Phullawasipata: Begin your descent along the same trail, heading back to the trailhead where your transport will be waiting. Lunch in Cusipata: Return to Cusipata and enjoy a buffet lunch with a variety of traditional Peruvian dishes, including vegetarian options.

   3 h

6. Drive Back to Cusco: Relax and enjoy the scenic ride back to the city. Arrive in Cusco and be dropped off at your hotel or a central location, concluding your unforgettable day trip.

   2 h

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Reviews

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How it compares in Cusco

• Its from-price is 72% below the median of the 4460 experiences we list in Cusco.
• Its length is typical for the group.
• By number of reviews it ranks 1034 of 4460.
• The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Cusco

Cusco, the old Inca capital high in the Peruvian Andes, blends massive stone walls with colonial churches and is the gateway to Machu Picchu.

The Plaza de Armas is the heart of the city, framed by the cathedral and the Jesuit church of La Compañía. Inca stonework survives throughout the centre, most famously at the Qorikancha, the sun temple on which the Spanish built a monastery, and in the twelve-angled stone on Hatun Rumiyoc street. San Blas, the artisans' quarter, climbs steeply with workshops and cafés.

Top-ranked sights in Cusco: Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu, Ollantaytambo Ruins.

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