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Rainbow Mountain & Red Valley 1 Day Tour

Full DayUp to 8 travelersPhysical rating 4/5
Rainbow Mountain & Red Valley 1 Day Tour

The experience

Rainbow Mountain & Red Valley

Hike through the high Andes to the striped slopes of Rainbow Mountain, then continue into the quieter red-hued landscapes of Red Valley. This full-day route combines two contrasting viewpoints and offers a deeper look at the extraordinary geology of the region. The climb is demanding at altitude, but the first view of Vinicunca’s natural bands feels extraordinary. Continuing into Red Valley adds a quieter, more expansive landscape and turns the excursion into a fuller experience of the southern Andes.

Pickup
3:00 a.m. from your hotel in Cusco

Service
Private guide, driver and transportation

Hike
Rainbow Mountain and Red Valley

Meals
Breakfast and box lunch included

Price
USD 261 per person

Duration
Full day

Group size
Up to 8 travelers

Minimum age
12 years

Difficulty
4/5 – Challenging

Highlights

Private hotel pickup in Cusco at 3:00 a.m.

Hike to the Rainbow Mountain viewpoint in approximately 1–1½ hours.

Continue approximately 30 minutes toward the striking Red Valley.

Enjoy breakfast, a box lunch and private round-trip transport.

Day by day

Rainbow Mountain & Red Valley Itinerary

Choose a day, explore each stop and see the route on the map.

1 day

Full Day

Cusco hotel pickup → Breakfast → Rainbow Mountain → Red Valley → Box lunch → Cusco

Meals

Breakfast and box lunch

Route map

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  1. 1.3:00 a.m. hotel pickup in Cusco
  2. 2.Breakfast at the starting point
  3. 3.Hike to Rainbow Mountain
  4. 4.Red Valley
  5. 5.Return hike and box lunch
  6. 6.Return to Cusco

Plan with confidence

Everything you need to know.

Inclusions

What's included

  • Private round-trip transportation
  • Licensed English- or Spanish-speaking tour guide
  • Rainbow Mountain entrance ticket
  • Red Valley entrance ticket
  • Breakfast
  • Box lunch
  • One bottle of water

What's not included

  • Tips for staff
  • Overnight accommodation
  • Snacks

FAQs
What time is pickup?

Your private guide and driver pick you up from your hotel in Cusco at 3:00 a.m.

How long is the hike to Rainbow Mountain?

The hike to the viewpoint takes approximately one to one and a half hours.

Is Red Valley included?

Yes. The itinerary includes an approximately 30-minute hike from Rainbow Mountain toward Red Valley and its entrance ticket.

Which meals are included?

Breakfast and a box lunch are included, along with one bottle of water. Snacks are not included.

Is the tour private?

Yes. The itinerary includes a private guide, driver and transportation.

Prepare for this journey

A little knowledge goes a long way.

Local stories and practical guides selected around this tour, its destinations and its trekking route.

All Rainbow Mountains guides