Vinicunca entry, breakfast, lunch and Cusco hotel pickup are included; Red Valley entry costs extra and drop-off is at Plaza Regocijo. 4.92 from 133 reviews at €98 per person for 12h.
In our comparison: #26 of 34 in Rainbow Mountain Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).
One price for every traveller: €98 per adult.
Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 8 November 2026.
99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 132 of 133
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Reviewers praise patient guides and the Red Valley scenery; altitude makes the hike strenuous and can cause sickness
Written by Guidekin from the 50 most recent English reviews on Tripadvisor & Viator (29 March 2025 to 18 October 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 8 November 2026.
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The day begins very early, with pickups between 3:00 a.m. and 3:30 a.m. directly from your hostel or hotel in Cusco to Cusipata. The initial drive takes approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.
3hThe first stop will be in Cusipata for 30 minutes to have breakfast. From there, we continue our journey for another hour and a half, passing through the village of Pitumarca until we reach Hanchipata–Llama Chimpana, where the hike begins.
2hWe will then reach the highest point of Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca), the best place to see the incredible colors and the snow-capped Ausangate peak.
2hThis will be the highest point of the mountain. You will have the opportunity to see different types of South American camelids (relatives of camels). We will also visit the Red Hill, where you’ll have time to enjoy the scenery and take beautiful photos. Please note that the Red Hill entrance fee is not included in the ticket price.
1h · Admission includedStop in Cusipata for lunch.
1hYou will finish the hike with a 1-hour descent over flat terrain, returning to where the walk began. The driver will be waiting to take you back to the district of Cusipata for a 1-hour traditional lunch. After lunch, we will return to Cusco, arriving at approximately 3:30 p.m.
3hExperience an exclusive service while discovering the beautiful Rainbow Mountain in this Full Day Private Tour. This tour has been designed so that you and your group have a stress-free hike with personalized attention from our local expert guides sharing their vast knowledge accumulated over the years. Beat the crowds and fall in love with the spectacular Vinicunca!
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| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| This tour · #26 of 34 | €98 | 12h | 4.92 (133) | private |
| Private Rainbow Mountain Tour - 08 am departure Skip the Crowds | €136 | 10h | 4.98 (350) | private |
| 2-Day Trek to Rainbow Mountain from Cusco with Exclusive Mountain Camps | €433 | 2 days | 5.0 (93) | shared |
| 4 day - Bucketlist Cusco: Rainbow Mtn, Machu Picchu, Sacred Valley, Humantay | €888 | 4 days | 5.0 (55) | shared |
Ranked #26 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. Compare all 34 Rainbow Mountain Tours