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title: Rainbow Mountain - Full Day (Private Tour)
lang: en
type: tour
city: Cusco
country: Peru
price: 235
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.85
reviews: 39
duration_minutes: 600
languages: [en, es]
free_cancellation: "true"
rank_in_category: 29 of 34 (Rainbow Mountain Tours)
schedule_checked: 2026-11-08
data_updated: 2026-11-08
canonical: https://guidekin.com/peru/cusco/tours/rainbow-mountain-full-day-private-tour/
---

# Rainbow Mountain - Full Day (Private Tour)

**Guidekin's take:** Hike to Rainbow Mountain on a private tour for your party, with views of snowcapped Andean peaks. Private transport, entry, breakfast, lunch and trekking poles are included; the minimum age is twelve. 4.85 from 39 reviews at €235 per person for 10h.

In our comparison: #29 of 34 in Rainbow Mountain Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

Take a trip to the colorful Rainbow Mountain on this private tour. While hiking, experience the beautiful Andean landscape with its snow-capped mountain peaks, colorful mountains, llamas and native mountain people. Once at the Rainbow Mountain you will be amazed by its beauty and its colours. Breakfast, lunch and entrance fees are included in this tour.

## Before you book

- Hotel pickup: no car needed
- Entry ticket included: skip the ticket desk
- Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers
- Starts 06:00: one departure a day
- Food included: Lunch, Breakfast
- Age rule: Minimum age is 12 years

**Pickup:** Hotel pickup included

## Key facts

- Price: from €235 per person
- Duration: 10h
- Rating: 4.85/5 from 39 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Cusco Unique Experience
- Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price
- Group: Private tour, your party only
- Guide languages: English, Spanish
- Tickets: Admission included
- Start times: 06:00
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-08

## Reviews

4.85 from 39 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
95% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 37 of 39.

- 5 stars: 36 (92%)
- 4 stars: 1 (3%)
- 3 stars: 1 (3%)
- 2 stars: 1 (3%)
- 1 star: 0 (0%)

### What reviewers say

Reviewers praise patient guides and mountain scenery; the main challenge is the climb at altitude.

**Praised:**
- Patient guides adapt the walking pace and encourage struggling hikers
- Guides willingly help travellers take photos
- Mountain views and scenery along the walking route
- Early arrivals allow time at the summit before crowds build

**Complaints:**
- Thin air can make the climb difficult and tiring
- Cold conditions can make the hike uncomfortable
- Some enjoy the meals, while others describe the food as poor
- Very early starts and long drives to reach the mountain

Written by Guidekin from the 36 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2017-09-12 to 2021-10-16); last checked 2026-11-08.

## What's included

- Oxygen bottle and first aid kit
- Entrance ticket to the Rainbow Mountain
- Lunch
- Breakfast
- Private transportation
- Trekking Poles
- Warm Blankets
- Pick-up and drop-off at your hotel in Cusco
- Private bilingual tour guide

## Not included

- Tips
- Horse for carrying you and your belongings (rent can cost between 70 - 100 Soles per horse)
- Optional: hike through the Red Valley (20 Soles)

## Itinerary

1. **Rainbow Mountain Peru** (1h; admission included) - This tour will take you on an amazing journey through Andean landscapes, where you will hike towards the amazing Rainbow Mountain. You'll see snow-capped mountain peaks, Andean animals and the highlight of the tour, the painted hills of the Rainbow Mountain. You will be...

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 06:00
- Schedule last checked: 2026-11-08
- These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout.

## Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

## Good to know

- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This tour is not recommended to people with asthma, heart problems or high blood pressure
- Minimum age is 12 years
- Recomended to bring: Sun screen, Sun glasses, Sun-hat, trekking shoes, rain poncho, bottled water, snacks, money, extra clothes & back pack
- It is recommendable to spend at least two days in Cusco or the Sacred Valley before going on this tour, in order to adjust to the high altitude
- Not recommended for travelers with asthma
- Not recommended for travelers with high blood pressure

## Cost for your party

| People | Total | Per person |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | €470 | €235 |
| 4 | €604 | €151 |
| 6 | €774 | €129 |

Cheapest option for that party size from the operator's current price tiers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date. Shared tours in Rainbow Mountain Tours start at €90 per person.

## Compared with other Rainbow Mountain Tours

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #29 of 34** | €235 | 10h | 4.85 (39) | private |
| [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 #29 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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