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title: 2-Day Trek to Rainbow Mountain from Cusco with Exclusive Mountain Camps
lang: en
type: tour
city: Cusco
country: Peru
price: 433
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 5
reviews: 93
duration_minutes: 2880
languages: [en, es]
rank_in_category: 2 of 34 (Rainbow Mountain Tours)
schedule_checked: 2026-11-08
data_updated: 2026-11-08
canonical: https://guidekin.com/peru/cusco/tours/2-day-trek-to-rainbow-mountain-from-cusco-with-exclusive-mountain-camps/
---

# 2-Day Trek to Rainbow Mountain from Cusco with Exclusive Mountain Camps

**Guidekin's take:** Trek to Rainbow Mountain with views of the Ausangate glacier and the lakes below it. Cusco hotel transfers, freshly cooked trail meals and pack horses for your gear are included; at least two people must book. 5 from 93 reviews at €433 per person for 2 days.

In our comparison: #2 of 34 in Rainbow Mountain Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

*Small Group Experience* (max 8 trekkers) This 2-day trek will take you and a small-group to Rainbow Mountain Peru, also known as Vinicunca, which is a undiscovered land full of wildly desert landscapes, snow capped glaciated peaks, herds of alpaca, and pristine beauty. Enjoy freshly prepared meals by our chef on the trail, and views that you can't get anywhere else. Our special route will take you front and center of the massive Ausangate glacier with pristine lakes below. This is a must do!

The mountains of Peru will leave you with an unforgettable experience, as you are lead into the Peruvian Andes by your local guide. During this trip you will enjoy an amazing night amongst some of the brightest stars you will ever see and a milky way so colorful it will leave you stunned. Our new route which includes a part of the Ausangate Circuit will truly take you off the beaten track; an adventure that will take your breath away constantly.

Order of tours can vary based on availability

## Before you book

- Hotel pickup: no car needed
- Starts 04:00: one departure a day
- Food included: Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast
- Age rule: Minimum age is 10 years
- Non-refundable: no free cancellation

**Pickup:** Hotel pickup included

## Key facts

- Price: from €433 per person
- Duration: 2 days
- Rating: 5.0/5 from 93 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Operator: FlashpackerConnect LLC
- Group: Shared tour
- Guide languages: English, Spanish
- Start times: 04:00
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-08

## Reviews

5.0 from 93 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 93 of 93.

- 5 stars: 93 (100%)
- 4 stars: 0 (0%)
- 3 stars: 0 (0%)
- 2 stars: 0 (0%)
- 1 star: 0 (0%)

### What reviewers say

Reviewers praise the attentive crew and arrival before the crowds; high altitude makes the trek demanding.

**Praised:**
- Arrival at Rainbow Mountain before the crowds
- Guides adjust the pace and support hikers struggling with altitude
- Freshly cooked, plentiful meals at camp
- Sheltered tents and warm sleeping bags at the mountain camp
- Mountain and glacier views along the route

**Complaints:**
- High altitude makes the hiking strenuous and causes sickness for some
- Cold conditions on the trail and at camp

Written by Guidekin from the 50 most recent English reviews on Tripadvisor & Viator (2019-06-09 to 2025-06-04); last checked 2026-11-08.

## What's included

- Horseman/Pack horses to carry all of the gear and personal belongings (up to 6kg per person)
- Large Dining tent, table, stools, all cutlery, and kitchen tent
- Private transportation to and from your hotel in Cusco
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- Coffee and/or Tea
- All gear and camping supplies
- First Aid kit including oxygen tank
- Duffel bags for your personal belongings

## Not included

- Dinner on the last day
- Horseback riding available upon request, at an additional cost
- Gratuities

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 04:00
- Schedule last checked: 2026-11-08
- These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout.

## Cancellation

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

## Good to know

- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Minimum age is 10 years

## Compared with other Rainbow Mountain Tours

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #2 of 34** | €433 | 2 days | 5.0 (93) | shared |
| [Private Rainbow Mountain Tour - 08 am departure Skip the Crowds](/peru/cusco/tours/private-rainbow-mountain-tour-08-am-departure-skip-the-crowds/?format=md) | €136 | 10h | 4.98 (350) | private |
| [4 day - Bucketlist Cusco: Rainbow Mtn, Machu Picchu, Sacred Valley, Humantay](/peru/cusco/tours/4-day-bucketlist-cusco-rainbow-mtn-machu-picchu-sacred-valley-humantay/?format=md) | €888 | 4 days | 5.0 (55) | shared |
| [2-Day Machu Picchu and Rainbow Mountain Tour (Small group or Private)](/peru/cusco/tours/2-day-machu-picchu-and-rainbow-mountain-tour-small-group-or-private/?format=md) | €724 | 2 days | 4.98 (86) | shared |

Ranked #2 of 34 in Rainbow Mountain Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €90 to €1289, median €235; typical length 15h. 11 of 34 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market.

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