El 7-Color Mountain Tour<\/b> Operated by LUX ANDES CUSCO, this is the ultimate high-mountain expedition designed to awaken your true adventurous spirit and reward you with a scenery straight out of a dream. Get ready to witness one of the most impressive natural masterpieces ever created on the planet! Majestically located at the foot of the imposing Apu Ausangate, this summit will leave you breathless with its mineral color stripes ranging from fuchsia and turquoise to gold and purple tones.<\/p>\n
This journey is ideal for travelers seeking an unforgettable personal challenge, fresh Andean air, and the most spectacular photographs of their entire trip to Peru. Backed by the safety, warmth, and full support of LUX ANDES CUSCO, you won\u2019t have to worry about a thing: we provide first-class tour transport, highly nutritious meals to recharge your energy, preventive oxygen tanks at all times, and the dedicated company of expert high-mountain guides. Accept the challenge and conquer the most sought-after natural viewpoint on Earth!<\/p>\n
Duration:<\/b> Full Day (Early morning departure: 4:00 AM \u2013 Approximate return: 4:30 PM to 5:00 PM).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Difficulty Level:<\/b> Moderate to Demanding (Trek above 5,000 m.a.s.l. \/ 16,404 ft, ideal for travelers acclimated to high altitude).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Maximum Altitude:<\/b> 5,036 m.a.s.l. (16,522 ft) at the main Vinicunca viewpoint (Trek starting point at Phulawasipata: 4,600 m.a.s.l. \/ 15,091 ft).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Distancia de Caminata:<\/b> Approximately 6 km (3.7 miles) round trip (1.5 to 2 hours of continuous ascent and 1 hour of descent).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n To ensure your experience at Rainbow Mountain is warm and safe against the freezing high-altitude winds, we strictly recommend dressing in a thermal layer system, including a breathable base layer, a fleece jacket or sweater, and a windproof, waterproof jacket. It is mandatory to carry your original ID or passport to clear local checkpoints on the route to Rainbow Mountain, as well as cash in Soles for the direct payment of the community entrance ticket or in case you wish to hire an optional horse service led by local muleteers. As for the ideal footwear to maintain firm footing at Rainbow Mountain, trekking shoes or hiking boots with good traction that protect your ankles against loose dirt are essential. To protect your skin from extreme high-altitude solar radiation, make sure to apply high-coverage sunscreen, lip balm, UV-filter sunglasses, a thermal hat or Andean chullo, and warm gloves. Finally, pack water in your daypack to stay hydrated, coca candies or chocolates for quick energy, and a pair of trekking poles that will provide great support during the ascent and descent.<\/p>\n The Vinicunca Rainbow Viewpoint: Stand before the vibrant, pigmented mountain at 5,036 m.a.s.l. (16,522 ft) and capture the iconic photograph you will treasure for a lifetime.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Views of the Majestic Apu Ausangate: Admire Peru\u2019s fifth-highest mountain up close and marvel at its imposing eternal glaciers that dominate the landscape.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Andean High-Energy Gastronomy: Enjoy a delicious breakfast and a comforting buffet lunch crafted with fresh local ingredients to restore your energy.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Guaranteed High-Mountain Safety: Travel with total peace of mind and confidence thanks to our certified guides, equipped with a first-aid kit and medical oxygen at all times.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n Direct Hotel Pickup: Convenient pickup directly from your hotel lobby in Cusco early in the morning.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Round-trip private tour transport, equipped with reclining seats and heating.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Desayuno nutritivo y energ\u00e9tico en un restaurante tradicional de la zona de Cusipata.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Varied and satisfying buffet lunch following the trek (with excellent vegetarian and vegan options available).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Entrance ticket to the Rainbow Mountain community circuit (Approximate cost of 25 to 30 Peruvian Soles, payable directly in cash).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Uphill horse rental (optional service provided by the local community, approximate cost of 80 to 100 Peruvian Soles).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Voluntary gratuities\/tips for your guide and driver.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Trekking poles (available for advance rental through our agency).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n To receive a full refund, cancellations must be made at least 72 hours prior to the start of the tour by contacting us directly via WhatsApp.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" El Tour Monta\u00f1a de 7 Colores operado por LUX ANDES CUSCO es la expedici\u00f3n de alta monta\u00f1a definitiva pensada para despertar tu verdadero esp\u00edritu aventurero y recompensarte con un paisaje <\/p>","protected":false},"featured_media":24158,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"rs_blank_template":"","rs_page_bg_color":"","slide_template_v7":""},"product_brand":[],"product_cat":[],"product_tag":[],"class_list":["post-24152","product","type-product","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","tour_phys-aventura-y-trekking","pa_destinos-cusco","pa_month-april","pa_month-august","pa_month-september","first","instock","sale","shipping-taxable","purchasable","product-type-tour_phys"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/luxandescusco.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/24152","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/luxandescusco.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/luxandescusco.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/product"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/luxandescusco.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=24152"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/luxandescusco.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/24158"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/luxandescusco.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=24152"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"product_brand","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/luxandescusco.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_brand?post=24152"},{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/luxandescusco.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_cat?post=24152"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/luxandescusco.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_tag?post=24152"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}What to Bring:<\/h3>\n
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