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title: Full-Day Rainbow Mountain & Red Valley Small-Group Trek from Cusco
lang: en
type: tour
city: Cusco
country: Peru
price: 182
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.95
reviews: 255
duration_minutes: 780
duration_max_minutes: 900
languages: [en, es]
rank_in_category: 14 of 34 (Rainbow Mountain Tours)
schedule_checked: 2026-11-08
data_updated: 2026-11-08
canonical: https://guidekin.com/peru/cusco/tours/full-day-rainbow-mountain-red-valley-small-group-trek-from-cusco/
---

# Full-Day Rainbow Mountain & Red Valley Small-Group Trek from Cusco

**Guidekin's take:** Trek to Rainbow Mountain and Red Valley in a small shared group of up to eight. Cusco hotel transfers, breakfast and lunch prepared by a chef are included; you need a high level of fitness and at least two people per booking. 4.95 from 255 reviews at €182 per person for 13h–15h.

In our comparison: #14 of 34 in Rainbow Mountain Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

*Small Group Experience* (max 8 trekkers) This full-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 a freshly prepared hot breakfast at the trail head, snacks for along the way, a wonderful lunch prepared by a chef in a dining tent with table and chairs, private transportation to and from your hotel in Cusco, a fluent English speaking guide, and all proper first aid and emergency oxygen to ensure a safe journey.

## Before you book

- Hotel pickup: no car needed
- Group size varies by option: small group from €182 · private from €228
- Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers
- Starts 03:00: one departure a day
- Food included: Snacks for the trek
- Age rule: Minimum age is 10 years
- Non-refundable: no free cancellation

**Pickup:** Hotel pickup included

## Key facts

- Price: from €182 per person for the Full-Day Rainbow Mountain Small-Group Trek from Cusco option; other options up to €228
- Duration: 13h–15h
- Rating: 4.95/5 from 255 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Operator: FlashpackerConnect LLC
- Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price
- Group: Group size varies by option: small group from €182 · private from €228
- Guide languages: English, Spanish
- Start times: 03:00
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-08

## Reviews

4.95 from 255 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 253 of 255.

- 5 stars: 245 (96%)
- 4 stars: 8 (3%)
- 3 stars: 1 (0%)
- 2 stars: 1 (0%)
- 1 star: 0 (0%)

### What reviewers say

Reviewers praise early arrivals, patient guides and lunch; the recurring caveat is a strenuous climb in thin air

**Praised:**
- Early starts that get hikers to the summit before the crowds
- Patient guides who adjust the pace and help with altitude struggles
- Freshly cooked Peruvian lunches after the hike
- Views of Rainbow Mountain and the Red Valley
- Comfortable vehicles with blankets and pillows for the journey

**Complaints:**
- Thin air makes the hike strenuous and forces frequent stops to catch breath

Written by Guidekin from the 50 most recent English reviews on Tripadvisor & Viator (2020-01-01 to 2026-06-02); last checked 2026-11-08.

## Tour options

Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page.

| Option | Price | Guide languages | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full-Day Rainbow Mountain Small-Group Trek from Cusco | €182 / person (for 2+ people) | English, Spanish | Pickup included |
| Private Trip | €228 / person | English, Spanish | Private Pickup included |

## What's included

- First aid kit and oxygen
- English/Spanish speaking FlashpackerConnect guide
- Coffee and/or Tea
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (Cusco only)
- Snacks for the trek
- Breakfast and lunch prepared by a chef (local Peruvian food, with tea and coffee)
- Small Group Experience* (max 8 trekkers)

## Not included

- Water (bring 2 liters per person)
- Gratuities

## Itinerary

1. **The hike to the rainbow mtn is around 3** (1h; admission included) - 5 hours (7.5km / 4.7 mi). Throughout your journey you will pass through a vibrant green valley with the snow capped peak of Ausangate towering in the distance. You will see hundreds of roaming alpaca, and have the chance to truly see how Quechua people live. As you get closer...

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 03:00
- 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 travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers should have a high 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
- A maximum of 8 people per booking

## Compared with other Rainbow Mountain Tours

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #14 of 34** | €182 | 13h–15h | 4.95 (255) | varies by option |
| [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 |
| [2-Day Trek to Rainbow Mountain from Cusco with Exclusive Mountain Camps](/peru/cusco/tours/2-day-trek-to-rainbow-mountain-from-cusco-with-exclusive-mountain-camps/?format=md) | €433 | 2 days | 5.0 (93) | shared |
| [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 |

Ranked #14 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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