Cusco

RAINBOW MOUNTAIN TOUR TO MACHU PICCHU

Hiking

Category

5 days

Duration

Intermediate

Experience

Medium

Fitness

From 1 to 12

Participants

What you'll do

Why choose between Rainbow Mountain and Machu Picchu when you can hike both? This 5-day Ausangate trek combines breathtaking alpine scenery, the vibrant hues of Rainbow Mountain, and the legendary ruins of Machu Picchu. Designed for adventurous travelers in good shape, this challenging hike offers cold nights, high-altitude vistas, and unforgettable experiences. Created by Alpaca Expeditions, it’s the perfect way to explore Peru’s top sights in one seamless, adventure-packed journey.

Itinerary

  • AccommodationsHotel
  • Transfer3 hours
  • Hiking16 km (9.94 mi) ↑ +650 m (+2,133 ft) ↓ -250 m (-820 ft) ◷ 7.5 hours
  • AccommodationsCampsite
  • Hiking8 km (4.97 mi) ↑ +350 m (+1,148 ft) ↓ -250 m (-820 ft) ◷ ~5 hours
  • AccommodationsCampsite
  • Hiking6 km (3.73 mi) ↑ +330 m (+1,083 ft) ◷ 3 hours
  • Transfer4 hours
  • AccommodationsHotel

Important stuff

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What's included

Bus to Aguas Calientes + Expedition class train to Ollantaytambo + private transfer to Cusco
Accident insurance
Medical and luggage insurance
Travel cancellation insurance
Hiking Guide
3 Dinners
Porters
Pre-trip briefing in Cusco
Guidance by an experienced, English-speaking tour guide
Personal duffle bag provided for trek belongings (up to 7 kilos)
Round-trip bus tickets between Aguas Calientes and Machu Picchu
Safety gear including a first aid kit, oxygen tank, and satellite phone for the trek
Access to filtered water during the trek
Emergency Horse in case you need a break from the trekking
1 night in a hotel in Aguas Calientes
First Aid
Satellite Phones
Accommodation in tented camps during hiking days
1 night in Cusco (3-star hotel)
Machu Picchu entrance
Transfers to the trail heads (hikes)
4 Breakfasts
Flight
Visa (if applicable)
Transport from airport
Transport to airport
Everything not mentioned in the “What’s included”
Tips
Optional Huayna Picchu Mountain climb available for $75 per person, must be booked in advance
Single Room supplement
Dinner on Day 1
All the meals not mentioned in the what's included section
Lunch and dinner on the last day
Sleeping Bag rental: $30
Inflatable Air Mattress rental: $25
Walking Sticks (Pair) rental: $22

Accommodations

3-star hotel in Cusco

Your classic 3-star hotel in Cusco offers comfort and charm in twin rooms. You can enjoy friendly services, and warm décor with local touches. Perfect for resting before setting off on the adventure.

Campsites - Day 2-3

Two nights camping in the heart of the Ausangate range: Pucaccocha campsite (4,600 m) and the campsite near Soroni lake (4,700 m). 4-person tents shared by only 2.

Aguas Calientes Hotel

This marks our final rest stop before visiting Machu Picchu. Our exceptional hotel is equipped with Wi-Fi, hot showers, and offers a cozy spot to relax after our day's hike. Nearby, we find local hot springs available for an entry fee of ten soles. In the evening, our local partner treats us to our last dinner, preparing us for the next day's adventure.

Guides

Raul & Alpaca Expeditions

Raul & Alpaca Expeditions

Raul is the owner and director of Alpaca Expeditions. They have tour guides 100% local. They mastered the craft of leading groups through the most beautiful places and over the highest elevations without losing any bit of information and any tip to make the hiking more enjoyable. All the guides have graduated in Tourism and passed tests to be able to guide along the treks.

Meeting point

-13.53186068880774-71.96752365041547
Cusco

Av. Velasco Astete, Cusco 08006, Perù, Cusco, 08006, Perù

Frequently asked questions

Departures

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