02 DAYS - 01 NIGHT

2-DAY RAINBOW MOUNTAIN TO MACHU PICCHU

MACHUPICCHU TOURS

02 DAYS - 01 NIGHT Duration

01 – 17 PARTICIPANTS Group size

SHARED / PRIVATE Tipo de servicio

CAR - BUS - TRAIN Transporte

5200 masl / 17,060 feet Maximum altitude

Lugares a visitar: AGUAS CALIENTES - MACHU PICCHU - CUSIPATA - MOUNTAIN OF COLORS

What if you could visit Machu Picchu and admire the famous Rainbow Mountain on the same trip? Our Peru Machu Picchu and Rainbow Mountain 2D/1N Tour brings together two of Cusco’s most iconic landscapes in an intense experience filled with moments that are truly worth it.

The first day will be dedicated to Machu Picchu. We’ll leave Cusco very early, travel by bus and train to Aguas Calientes, and continue to the Inca citadel for a guided tour of its main sites.

The following day, we’ll wake up early once again, this time heading to Rainbow Mountain. After traveling to Cusipata, we’ll continue to the mountain’s starting point and begin the hike to the viewpoint. Two days, two completely different landscapes, and an experience that perfectly captures the diversity of the Andes.

Horario de partida: 04:00 am

Dificultad: AVERAGE

Horario de retorno: 17:00 pm

Machu Picchu and Rainbow Mountain Tour 2D/1N: Two Cusco Wonders in One Trip

This program combines the history of Machu Picchu with the high-mountain landscapes of Rainbow Mountain. It is an ideal option for travelers who want to make the most of their time in Cusco and visit two of its most sought-after attractions in just two days.

The experience combines different ways of traveling: bus, train, and hiking. First, we’ll explore the Inca citadel accompanied by our guide, and the following day, we’ll head into the highlands for a hike to the Rainbow Mountain viewpoint, with the snow-capped Ausangate as part of the scenery.

Highlights of the Machu Picchu and Rainbow Mountain Tour

Machu Picchu: visit the Inca citadel and explore its main sites during a guided tour.
Train ride: enjoy the journey between Ollantaytambo and Aguas Calientes before reaching the Machu Picchu sanctuary.
Rainbow Mountain: hike to the viewpoint and admire the mountain’s natural colors.
Views of Ausangate: enjoy the high-mountain scenery with the snow-capped Ausangate in the background.
Gastronomic experience: enjoy breakfast during the journey and a buffet lunch after the hike.
Two experiences in two days: combine culture, history, nature, and adventure in one program.

Itinerary Overview

Day 1: Cusco – Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes – Machu Picchu – Cusco

We’ll leave Cusco very early and head to Ollantaytambo, then continue by train to Aguas Calientes. From there, we’ll take the bus to Machu Picchu for a guided tour of the citadel and its main sites. Afterwards, we’ll return to Aguas Calientes and have some free time before boarding the train to Ollantaytambo and continuing our journey back to Cusco.

Day 2: Cusco – Cusipata – Rainbow Mountain – Cusco

We’ll depart early in the morning and head to Cusipata, where we’ll have time to enjoy breakfast before continuing to the mountain’s starting point. From there, we’ll begin the hike along the marked trail until we reach the Rainbow Mountain viewpoint, where we can enjoy the scenery and take photos. Then, we’ll return along the same trail, enjoy a buffet lunch, and finally begin our journey back to Cusco.

Why Book with Peru Top Experience?

This program is designed for travelers who want to make the most of every day of their trip. In just two days, you can go from the history of an ancient Inca city to the high-mountain landscapes of Cusco, with an organized experience that allows you to focus on enjoying every moment.

Tourism experience: we organize different tours and experiences in Peru’s main destinations.
Well-organized itinerary: we coordinate the main services of the tour so you can make the most of your two days.
Personalized assistance: our team will be available to guide and assist you while planning your trip.
Guide at Machu Picchu: you’ll have a guide during the visit to help you better understand the history and main sites of the citadel.
A unique combination: experience Machu Picchu and Rainbow Mountain in one program, combining culture, nature, and adventure.

MACHU PICCHU TO RAINBOW MOUNTAIN EXPERIENCE

DAY 01: EXPERIENCE IN MACHU PICCHU

04:00 – 04:10 Pick up from your hotel and transfer to the bus station in Cusco.
04:20 – 06:20 Travel from Cusco to Ollantaytambo by tourist bus bimodal service.
06:40 – 08:05 Travel by tourist train from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes.
08:10 – 08:45 Rise by tourist bus from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu.
09:00 – 11:30 Guided tour of the Inca citadel knowing the main enclosures.
At the end of the tour we return to Aguas Calientes along the same path, we will have time to walk through the town, have lunch on our own and then return to the train station.
14:30 – 16:10 Travel by tourist train from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo.
16:30 – 18:30 Travel from Ollantaytambo to Cusco by tourist bus bimodal service.

DAY 02: RAINBOW MOUNTAIN EXPERIENCE

04:00 – 04:30 Pick up from your respective hotel to join the group.
04:45 – 07:30 Beginning of the experience to the town of Cusipata.
Free time to enjoy our varied breakfast to gather energy.
08:15 – 09:00 We continue the journey by transport to the base of the mountain (parking area).
09:00 – 10:40 Start of our walking experience, ascent along the marked path.
Upon reaching the top we will be able to enjoy the beautiful view of the rainbow mountain and the snowy Ausangate, we will have time to enjoy a personal space and take the photos we want.
11:30 – 13:00 We return by the same path to get to our transport and get to the restaurant.
Upon arrival at the restaurant we can enjoy our buffet lunch full of a variety of local and fusion food.
15:00 – 17:00 Trip back to Cusco city. End of our

MACHU PICCHU

Tourist transport : Hotel – Bus station
Tourist transport: Cusco – Ollantaytambo – Cusco (Bimodal Service)
Tourist train ticket: Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes – Ollantaytambo (*Expedition/Voyager)
Consettur bus ticket: Up and down
Professional tour guide
Entrance ticket to Machu Picchu

*The train service is according to the availability we have for the date of your trip, we can also offer you an Upgrade to a better category, for this you only have to consider the additional information.

RAINBOW MOUNTAIN

Tourist transport: Cusco – Cusipata – Cusco
Entrance ticket: Rainbow Mountain
Professional tour guide
First aid box
oxygen balloon
Food: Breakfast and lunch buffet

Special entrance ticket to Huaynapicchu (additional cost USD $80.00 dollars)
Personal expenses and tips
Food not mentioned
Travel insurance

Machu Picchu spaces are limited and permanently subject to availability, it is always best to have an advance reservation at least 3 or 4 months in advance.
Depending on the travel season, the entry times will be recommended by the travel advisor, in the case of the dry season the first hours are the best, but in the case of the rainy season it is better to enter from noon.

ADDITIONAL

VISTADOME SERVICE: If we are looking for a more complete 2-Day Rainbow Mountain to Machu Picchu Tour ln Peru, this is the ideal option. The Vistadome service has a panoramic view on the section of the train journey that is a fact that we will enjoy 200%.
Additional price:
- One way or return: $40.00 dollars per participant.
- Round trip: $65.00 dollars per participant.
LUNCH SERVICE: We can add this service as well and schedule it for after the guided tour in Machupicchu. It has a price of $10.00 dollars per person (Tourist Menu).

Tickets issued by the agency (entrance ticket, buses, trains and others).
Identity document (ID or Passport).
Day pack and personal equipment:
- Hat and sunglasses.
- Mosquito repellent.
- Light clothing during the day
- Warm clothes for the night.
- Water in canteen
Cash for personal purchases.
Photographic camera
Rain poncho (Recommended for rainy season).

Does the Rainbow Mountain have an age restriction?

Not at all, but our recommendation is to avoid going directly to this destination after having arrived. It is always a good idea to be in the Cusco city at least 2 or 3 days before.

Can I visit both destinations in just 1 day ?

No, due to the distance, moreover the train and services have a defined schedules, it is mandatory to visit on 2 different days and preferably always leave from the city of Cusco, you can also leave from the sacred valley but only in private rainbow mountain peru to machu picchu tour.

What is the best travel season and what weather can we expect during the machu picchu to rainbow mountain journey?

In the city of Cusco there are 2 clearly marked seasons, in this case we have a windy season that gives us a drier and hotter climate and it occurs from April to September, then we have the rainy season that gives us a cooler climate. humid, cloudy and occasionally with the presence of snow, we will see this between the months of October and March.

What if I can't keep walking anymore ?

In any part of the way we can choose to take a horse that will make the journey much easier for us, this has an additional price that you can do on the spot without problem. This works both up and down.