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2 day Rainbow Mountain trek
Tour Start
Ciudad de CuscoTour end
Ciudad de CuscoDuration
2 days - 1 nightsElevation
5200 m.s.n.mLevel
ModeradoStyle
Tour Machu PicchuTrip Details
2 day Rainbow Mountain trek Itinerary
Day 1 Cusco – Ollantaytambo - Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu - Cusco
Our tour will begin very early, our team will pick you up from your Hotel at approximately 4:30 am and then we will go to our private bus that will take us to the town of Ollantaytambo, where the train station is located where we will board our train that It will take us on a 2-hour trip to the town of Aguas Calientes.
Once in Aguas Calientes, our guide will be waiting for us to take us to the bus station, once there we will travel around 30 minutes to reach the “Machu Picchu Sanctuary” also known as “The Lost Citadel of the Incas”.
After showing the ticket and entering Machu Picchu, our guide will begin the excursion where we will visit the main attractions such as : the guardian’s compound, the main square, the circular tower, the sacred sun-dial, the Condors temple and many others. On the excursion we will have free time to take photographs and explore more places on our own time .
Once the visit to Machu Picchu is over, we will return to the town of Aguas Calientes and in the afternoon we will board the train back to the town of Ollantaytambo where our staff will be waiting to take us back to our hotel in Cusco.
Day 2 Cusco – Cusipata – Llacto – Cerro Arcoiris – Llacto – Cusco
Your amazing Color Mountain adventure begins with picking you up, from your Hotel at 4am . We begin our 3-hour trip through the South Valley, on the way to the trailhead in Llacto (4,638m). Along the way, there are stunning views of Incas agricultural terraces, traditional villages, valleys and high Andean peaks.
The herds of alpacas and llamas near your breakfast spot will entertain you early in the morning. Enjoy a delicious breakfast and then return to the van for the final 5-minute drive to the trailhead. We begin our hike following a beautiful stream, with views of Ausangate mountain and glaciers. This is a great place to interact with the local population, who still keep the traditional Quechua culture alive. Learning about their traditional clothing and the meaning of the different hats men wear. Ask your guide to teach you some Quechua words!
After walking for approximately 1.5 hours, we finally reached our destination: Rainbow Mountain is about 5,020 meters away. After admiring the unique beauty of this colorful landscape, you will have time to explore the area. You can take pictures or just enjoy the view. After reaching the summit, we’ll take approximately 30 minutes to enjoy the views before heading back to the trailhead.
We will embark on an approximately 3-hour drive back to Cusco and drop you off at your Cusco Hotel, arriving around 5:00 p.m.
What’s does the tour to 2 day Rainbow Mountain trek include?
What is included 2 day Rainbow Mountain trek
- Pre-departure information service.
- Private transport.
- Expert tour guide speaks English – Spanish
- First aid kit.
- Train ticket (Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes).
- Entrance ticket to Machu Picchu
- Return train ticket (Aguas Calientes – Ollantaytambo)
- 24/7 customer service
- Breakfast (colorful mountain tour)
- Buffet Lunch (colorful mountain tour)
What is not included 2 day Rainbow Mountain trek
- Huayna Picchu Mountain Entrance.
- Entrance to the mountain of colors (s/20.00)
- Horse rental (optional 15 USD).
- Batons (15USD).
- Tips
Price of the 2 day Rainbow Mountain trek
Group price for the mountain of colors
- 2 people $430
- 3 people $420
- 4 people $415
- +5 people $400
The price may vary depending on the hotel you decide to choose.
Additional options for the 2 day Rainbow Mountain trek
- Excursion to the Sacred Valley of the Incas all included
- Humantay Lagoon from Cusco all inclusive
- Hike 7 Ausangate lagoons full day
Additional items 2 day Rainbow Mountain trek
- Huayna Picchu Mountain: USD 75.
- Vistadome Train: USD 67
- Hotel improve: 4-5 stars
- Trekking poles: USD 15.
- Horse rental: USD 22
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Once your reservation is confirmed, we guarantee that the price of your tour will not increase in cost, before booking be sure to read all the important information.
What should I bring for the hike to the 2 day Rainbow Mountain trek?
Recommendations of the 2 day Rainbow Mountain trek
- Have your original passport on hand.
- Travel backpack
- Bottle of water (2 liters preferred).
- Sunscreen.
- Poncho or umbrella for rain (rainy season).
- Boots or sneakers for walking.
- Waterproof jacket
- Hat or gloves.
- Gel alcohol.
- Wet towels.
- Snacks (chocolates, cereals, candies, fruits, etc.).
- Camera or video recorder.
- Extra money.
- Portable Charger.
Duration
2 días - 1 nocheElevation
5200 m.s.n.mLevel
ModeradoStyle
2 días - 1 noche