&ldquo;It was a highlight of our trip! We enjoyed it more than Machu Picchu.&rdquo; &mdash; <a href="https://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowUserReviews-g294314-d10423239-r660441468-Rainbow_Mountain_Cusco-Cusco_Cusco_Region.html" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Erie, Pennsylvania</a>

Ever wanted to go &lsquo;somewhere over the rainbow&rsquo;? This day trip from Cusco will enable you to do just that, with this spectacular hike at Vinicunca, the &ldquo;Mountain of Seven Colors.&rdquo;

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In order to get to the trailhead, we&rsquo;ll drive three hours from Cusco to Cusipata. After enjoying breakfast in the foothills of Mount Ausangate, we&rsquo;ll begin the climb to the lookout. But before the hike up, we&rsquo;ll get a quick lesson on the history of the mountain and an overview on what to expect on the trek.

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The walk is divided into 3 sections. The first is the longest and takes you from the trailhead to donkey drop off (you can take a donkey if you want to skip this part and save your energy). This is the easiest section with gradual elevation gain.

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The second section takes you to the first overlook of the mountain. This part is the most difficult following a steeper slope. The next and last section, however, is the most rewarding as it&rsquo;s shorter and covers the highest peak. Get the best views of the reds, yellows, purples and greens from this vantage point.

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Lunch after all that walking will be a gratifying buffet feast of local dishes. Expect soup, potatoes, spaghetti, rice and assorted vegetable crudit&eacute;s.

 
&ldquo;It&#39;s over 5,000 meters above sea level so the air is very, very thin. You need to pace yourself, but it&#39;s well worth it in the end. Loved the experience and the view is just too beautiful to describe.&rdquo; &mdash;<a href="https://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowUserReviews-g294314-d10423239-r667076607-Rainbow_Mountain_Cusco-Cusco_Cusco_Region.html" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> Ida, Canada</a>

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Includes: Transportation, guide, entrance fees, breakfast and lunch

Rainbow Mountain/Vinicunca Trek – Full Day

&ldquo;It was a highlight of our trip! We enjoyed it more than Machu Picchu.&rdquo; &mdash; Erie, PennsylvaniaEver wanted to go &lsquo;somewhere over the rainbow&rsquo;? This day trip from Cusco wil