Rainbow Mountain

Rainbow Mountain – 2D/1N

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From $240.00 USD per person

Duration 2 Days, 1 Night

Activity Trekking and cultural adventure

Food Meals are provided according to the confirmed itinerary. Any meals not listed in the program are considered personal expenses.

Physical level Challenging

Tour overview

Rainbow Mountain – 2D/1N

Rainbow Mountain

The 2-day, 1-night Rainbow Mountain tour is an ideal option for those who have limited time but still want to experience the natural and cultural beauty of the Andean region of Cusco in Peru. This tour offers the opportunity to hike through stunning Andean landscapes, including the famous Colored Mountain, also known as Vinicunca. The hike is challenging, but the reward of seeing the impressive multicolored mountain makes it well worth the effort. During the tour, you will also have the opportunity to interact with the local communities and learn about their culture and traditions.

Duration 2 Days, 1 Night

Level Challenging

Style Trekking and cultural adventure

Food Meals are provided according to the confirmed itinerary. Any meals not listed in the program are considered personal expenses.

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Overview

Rainbow Mountain – 2D/1N is a carefully planned experience through Rainbow Mountain, created for travelers who want dependable logistics, local insight, and a smooth travel rhythm from start to finish.

Throughout the tour, the itinerary combines scenic places, cultural context, and practical support so passengers can focus on enjoying the destination with confidence.

Trip details

Duration: 2 days / 1 nights
Main places: Rainbow Mountain
Travel style: Trekking and cultural adventure
Physical level: Moderate to challenging
Best for: travelers looking for organized service, local guidance, and meaningful time at each stop.

Trip Summary

This tour brings together the essential highlights of Rainbow Mountain with a practical itinerary, guided assistance, and enough flexibility for photos, rest, and local discovery. It is ideal for passengers who want a complete experience with clear planning before and during the trip.

Itinerary

DAY 1 Cusco - Alqatari - Ausangate - Ananta

We pick you up at your hotel at 04:00 a.m. and drive for approximately 3 hours to Qanchipacha, where we have our hot breakfast prepared by our professional chef. Then we continue driving 20 minutes more until the trailhead where we will pack our belongings and go over the itinerary. We will begin our exploration at high altitude in the morning passing local houses, lush pampas and hundreds of llamas and alpacas.

Our destination to get passes to Pucacocha from where we have a spectacular view of the Ausangate glacier (the highest peak in Cusco 6,370 Msnm. / 20,000 ft.). After enjoying the glacier and the colorful tarns (mountain lake or pond), we descend to our campsite and have a delicious lunch. As the sun sets, our staff set up the dining tent with chairs so you can relax and enjoy playing soccer at over 4700 meters / 15,200 feet, if you can while dinner is being prepared by our private cook. Tonight you will observe a memorable night sky full of southern constellations.

DAY 2 Ananta - Warmi Saya - Rainbow Mountain - Alqatari - Cusco

Today is the most important day you have been waiting for. You will enjoy this incredible Rainbow Mountain. We will wake you up at 03:30 a.m. with coca tea or coffee delivered to your tent, and take your hot breakfast as energy for your first ascent to the Warmi Saya pass at 5150 masl (16,8963 ft.). Then descend to the surrounding lake and hike along two lakes until you reach Vinicunca (Rainbow Mountain).

Once you get there, you can take all the pictures you can, explore the mountain with your local guide and really enjoy the colorful mountains that surround you. It really is a spectacular place. You will then hike down, it will only take you about two hours and here you will celebrate a successful trip and enjoy your delicious lunch before returning to Cusco (03.5 hours). We will return to Cusco around 6 pm.

Inclusions

Included

Professional bilingual guide (spanish – english).
Pick up from the hotel.
Transportation (Cusco – Ananta and Alqatari – Cusco).
Entrance fee to the rainbow mountain.
Horsemen and mules to transport equipment, food and personal luggage (7 kilos per person).
A cook to prepare all meals.
Meals: 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 1 dinner.
Kitchen equipment: dining tent, kitchen with table and chairs.
Camping tent.
Therma-rest air mattress.
First aid kit.

Not Included

Last dinner.
Sleeping bag.
Trekking sticks.
Additional horse to ride.

Pricing

Final price depends on travel date, group size, hotel category, and available services. Please contact our travel team with your preferred date and number of passengers so we can confirm availability and prepare an accurate quote.

Travel Guide

For Rainbow Mountain – 2D/1N, we recommend traveling with layered clothing, comfortable walking shoes, sun protection, a reusable water bottle, and a small daypack. Weather can change during the day, especially in Andean and jungle destinations.

Arrive with your passport or valid ID, keep personal medication with you, and follow your guide’s timing recommendations to make the most of each visit.

FAQs

Is this tour suitable for first-time visitors?
Yes. The itinerary is organized to help travelers understand the destination and move comfortably between the main visits.

What should I bring?
Bring comfortable shoes, layered clothing, sun protection, water, personal medication, and your travel documents.

Can the itinerary change?
Small adjustments may happen due to weather, access conditions, or local operating schedules. The guide will always prioritize passenger safety and the best possible experience.

What to Bring

Walking boots (with ankle protectors).
Waterproof jacket / rain poncho.
Warm jacket, hat and gloves.
Comfortable shirts and pants.
Sun protection cream (factor 35 is recommended).
Insect repellent minimum 30% DEET.
Toiletries.
Personal medications.
Camera.
Flashlight with spare batteries.
Water purification tablets (Micropur recommended).
Toilet paper.
Suggested extra contribution.

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⚠️ IMPORTANT

From November to January — especially in December — Machu Picchu Circuit 2 tickets, the most complete and popular route we usually include, are sold out on many dates.

For new bookings with departures during these months, if Circuit 2 is not available for your travel date, we will secure Circuit 3 first (lower urban sector with a longer, more immersive walk) or, if that is also unavailable, Circuit 1 (upper panoramic area with the iconic postcard view). All options are subject to availability.

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