Rainbow Mountain Tours & Trips
High in the Peruvian Andes, Cusco often serves as the starting point. The old city sits among Inca ruins, while Rainbow Mountain rises nearby in bands of colour. The Sacred Valley runs through towns like Pisac, and the rail line to Aguas Calientes leads toward Machu Picchu. It’s a place where the past feels close to the present.
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James • traveled in April
Rainbow mountain is incredible! 1.35 mile walk each way was not too hard, even at 17k feet.. Option for horseback or ATV. Spectacular views of Rainbow Mountain plus the valley and vistas of the glacier clad high Andes. Be prepared for 9 hour bus ride. Breakfast and lunch spot was not very good, worst meals we had in Peru. Might be worthwhile to pack your own. Definitely worth the trip to see this incredible geological phenomenon
Full day: Trek to Rainbow Mountain from Cusco - N
Natalie • traveled in July
We had an amazing time hiking to Rainbow Mountain with our guide Nico; he was very patient and well informed about the area. The driver was great as well. Food and tickets were well organized; we did not have to stop as the other people did. We also arrived early to the view point, and we did not meet a lot of people, which was great to enjoy the tour as much as we could. 10/10 for these guys; it's worth it!
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Bj • traveled in October
We did a three day trek. Ausangate is very beautiful with high mountains, glaciers, pretty lakes and this colours. We came to Rainbow Mountain before the hords of tourists came. And also time to see the Red Valley which is beautiful as well. It was like a private tour. The cook, the guide and the horseman served us well, nice and a lot of food
Ausangate Nevada & Rainbow Mountain Trek – 3 Days
The best Rainbow Mountain tour packages
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- 5-Day Cusco & Machu Picchu essential Tour
- Full day: Trek to Rainbow Mountain from Cusco
- Inca Treasures: 5-Day Journey through Cusco & Machu Picchu
- Ausangate Trek
- Ausangate Nevada & Rainbow Mountain Trek – 3 Days
- Trek & Climb: Red Valley, Rainbow Mountain & Nevado Del Inka – 7 Days
- Peru's Epic 8-Day Adventure
- 6 days - Lima – Cusco- Rainbow Mountain - Machu Picchu
- 3-Day Express Journey: Cusco & Machu Picchu
- 8-Day Her Solo Trip to Peru
The trail to Rainbow Mountain starts with a 3-hour pre-dawn drive through Cusipata. A 1.5-hour undulating path passes glaciers and alpacas, with optional horse rentals. Approx. $210 per day includes restaurant meals and stays at Royal Inka II or Casa Andina in Cusco.
Duration 5 days Destinations Cusco, Rainbow Mountain, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu Age Range Ages 7+ Operated in English, Spanish Operator Latin Adventures From
- US$1,199
Full day: Trek to Rainbow Mountain from Cusco
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“Spectacular views of Rainbow Mountain plus the valley and vistas of the glacier clad high Andes.”
James, traveled in April
The remarkable seven-colored ridges of Vinicunca Mountain rise to 16,466 ft. A 3-hour trek showcases unique sedimentary formations and panoramic views of Ausangate Glacier, while passing through traditional Andean communities.
Duration 1 day Destinations Cusco, Pitumarca, Rainbow Mountain Age Range Ages 12+ Operated in English, Spanish Operator PVTravels From
- US$46
Trek to Rainbow Mountain at 5,200 meters with a 1.5-hour hike through the Andes, followed by a buffet lunch. The tour includes a 2.5-hour guided walk through UNESCO-listed Machu Picchu, and you'll ride back on the Vistadome train with panoramic glass ceilings and live Andean music.
Duration 5 days Destinations Cusco, Machu Picchu, Nevado Humantay, Rainbow Mountain Age Range Operated in English, Portuguese, Spanish Operator TRIP ALPACA ADVENTURE From
- US$660
Ausangate Trek
8 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Food and tickets were well organized; we did not have to stop as the other people did.”
Natalie, traveled in June
Rainbow Mountain's kaleidoscope of colors unfolds while circling Ausangate peak (6,385m). The path crosses four high passes, with camps near turquoise lakes, offering glimpses of traditional Andean life and diverse flora and fauna.
Duration 5 days Destinations Cusco, Ocongate, Rainbow Mountain, Urcos Age Range Ages 12+ Operated in English, French, Spanish Operator Vidal Expeditions From
- US$620
Ausangate Nevada & Rainbow Mountain Trek – 3 Days
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“Ausangate is very beautiful with high mountains, glaciers, pretty lakes and this colours.”
Bjørn, traveled in October
The colorful slopes of Rainbow Mountain and Red Valley's unique formations await on this high-altitude trek. Nights are spent camping at Anantapata (15,580 ft) and Huampococha (16,388 ft), offering pristine sunrise views before daily crowds arrive.
Duration 3 days Destinations Cusco, Rainbow Mountain Age Range Ages 18+ Operated in English, Spanish Operator Unu Raymi Expeditions From
- US$699
Red Valley leads to Rainbow Mountain's 5,080m summit for dawn's first light. Strategic camping points include Pukacocha lagoon and Nevado del Inka base camp, with rock climbing at Pacchanta among vibrant mineral formations.
Duration 7 days Destinations Cusco, Nevado Auzangate, Rainbow Mountain Age Range Ages 18+ Operated in English, Spanish Operator Unu Raymi Expeditions From
- US$1,155
Hike to Rainbow Mountain's vivid multi-colored summit, then take the train from Ollantaytambo to Machu Picchu's ancient ruins. In Lima, walk through the UNESCO-listed historic center, San Francisco Monastery, and Plaza Mayor, then head to Cusco to see Sacsayhuamán fortress and Coricancha Temple.
Duration 8 days Destinations Lima, Cusco, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Rainbow Mountain Age Range Ages 8+ Operated in English, Spanish Operator Authentic Ecuador From
- US$2,650
