Rainbow Mountain Tour
2 Days Starting and ending in Del Medio 123, Cusco 08000, Peru
Visiting: Cusco Cathedral, Pitumarca, Anantapata Lodge, Rainbow mountains parking, Red Valley Viewpoint
Tour operator:
Tour code:
RM2D
Specialist Group:
LGBT
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
2 - 12
Age range:
8-12
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Meat, Vegans
Tour operated in:
English , SpanishTrip Styles:
Activities:
Private Available:
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Tour Overview
The Rainbow Mountain Tour is one of the most incredible adventure treks in the Andes of Peru, where you can reconnect with nature and the spirit of the mountain. Spend a night under the starry sky and explore the most beautiful landscapes surrounded by snow-capped peaks, turquoise lakes, colored mountains, and herds of alpacas. Explore the iconic Rainbow Mountain before the crowds arrive and hike to the Red Valley, where you will be amazed by its stunning views.Â
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Cusco - Pitumarca - Anantapata
Location: Cusco Cathedral, Pitumarca, Anantapata Lodge
Accommodation: Camp
Accommodation Name: Tents
Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner, Tea
Our adventure will start with collecting all the customers from their hotel, then we drive for about 2 hours to reach Pitumarca town, where we will have a short stop. You'll be able to buy some items that you could need on the next few days. Afterwards, we keep driving to Quesiuno village (4,380 meters), where we will meet with the rest of our trekking team (horse driver and assistance). We have a light breakfast here and start our hike, ascending a switchback path until we reach Ausangate Pass at 5,000 meters.Â
From here, you will appreciate the stunning lakes at the bottom of Ausangate Mountain and see how the glacier melts and creates different lakes. You will also be amazed by the imposing Apu Ausangate, which is the highest peak in Cusco. Your guide will explain the importance of this mountain and the local culture.Â
Then, you'll head to Anantapata, where you'll have lunch prepared by our chef. In the afternoon, we continue our hike, ascending the next pass, Warmisaya, 5,000 m.a.s.l. From here, you will be able to see Rainbow Mountain in the distance.Â
We finally hike down to our campsite, Surineqocha, at 4,800 meters, where we spend the night.Â
Day 2 : Surineqocha - Rainbow Mountain - Red Valley - Cusco
Location: Anantapata Lodge, Rainbow mountains parking, Red Valley Viewpoint
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Today, in order to see the sunrise at the Rainbow Mountain, we will wake up early. At 4:00 a.m., after breakfast, we will walk towards the Rainbow Mountain, which takes 1:20 hours through the ascending path.Â
Once we arrive at this natural marvel, we will enjoy the wonderful sunrise and have the oconic mountain to ourselves before the large group of the day tour arrives. Your guide will explain to you the natural colors that were formed by different minerals over hundreds of years.Â
We will have the option to hike to the Red Valley, which seems like you are on another planet. There are incredible views that you can discover while you hike around.Â
Finally, we will take the path back to the lunch spot. After enjoying our meals, we board the bus and drive back to Cusco.Â
What's Included
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Accommodation
Camping in a tent by sharing with one person
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Fully Guided
English and spanish spoken guide
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Meals
1 Breakfast, 2 lunch, 1 Dinner
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Transport
Private transportation
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Horses for your duffel bags
Camping gears
What's Not Included
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Sleeping bag
Your mus to bring a sleeping bag for this two days tour
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Red Valley Entrance
If you decide to visit the Red Valley, you need to pay the entrance fees which is 20 soles per person
Mode of Transport
We will transport in turistic bus
Accommodation
This is a camping tour where two people of the same gender will share a tent
Check out our Q&As
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Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?
Yes, we highly recommend 8 kg of luggage as maximum
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What currencies are required for this tour?
We recommend to bring soles which is the local currency, american dolars is also fine by soles is better
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What is the fitness level required to do this tour?
We highly recommend to have medium and regular fitness level, also have a previous days in Cusco to acclimate the altitude
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Company Instant Book
Yes. it is be able
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
Yes, once you get to the campsite you'll be able to explore the area
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What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?
We will send you the information in case we don't get enough participant.
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
No, this tour does not include the Airpor transfer
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Are all entrance fees included in the price?
Most of the entrance fees are included, but no the Red Valley entrance
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What is the maximum group size?
Our maximum group size in Vidal Expeditions is 8 people
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes, all our guide speak english and spanish
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What is the tipping policy?
You can find details in our website
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
Yes, they can join the tour, however we recommend to have a previous days in Cusco to acclimate the altitude
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Free Date Changes
Vidal Expeditions Peru allows you to make 10 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 60 days before the start of the tour.
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Transfer as credit to Future Tours
Vidal Expeditions Peru allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform vidal expeditions peru, 60 days before departure.
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Low Deposit
Vidal Expeditions Peru requires a minimum deposit of 200 USD per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 500 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of vidal expeditions peru charges.
Up to 20 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 15 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.