Explore the majestic Ausangate and Vinicunca, marvel at rainbow-colored rocks, and discover the ultimate barrier of the Inca Empire.
Explore the majestic Ausangate and Vinicunca, marvel at rainbow-colored rocks, and discover the ultimate barrier of the Inca Empire.
Day 01 Cusco – Tinki – Upis
Tinki - Begin the journey by private bus heading southeast from the city. Make a stop in Urcos, the capital of the Vilcanota Cordillera province. The route ascends to the Pilluyo pass, offering a view of the “Apu Ausangate,” the guardian of Cusco and its surrounding villages. Continue to Ocongate and proceed to Tinqui…
Day 01 Cusco – Tinki – Upis
Tinki - Begin the journey by private bus heading southeast from the city. Make a stop in Urcos, the capital of the Vilcanota Cordillera province. The route ascends to the Pilluyo pass, offering a view of the “Apu Ausangate,” the guardian of Cusco and its surrounding villages. Continue to Ocongate and proceed to Tinqui (3900m), where the team of muleteers (“arrieros”) is met. The adventure begins here. Set up camp facing Ausangate (6378m) in the village of Upis (4380m), with an option to enjoy the hot springs.
Day 02 Upis – Pucacocha (4575m)
Day 03 Pucacocha - Camp. Vinicunca (4555m)
Vinicunca Mountain - Depart from the camp and gradually ascend to the pass (4940m). From this vantage point, enjoy a remarkable view of the Ausangate behind. Descend to the valley for lunch before crossing a second pass (4980m). Ahead lies the Vinicunca valley, where the slopes are tinged with red and ochre due to the high iron oxide content in the rock. Peacefully descend to the camp further down the valley. For those feeling adventurous, a climb to the Vinicunca pass offers a stunning sunset photo opportunity.
Day 04 - Camp. Vinicunca – Vinicunca (Rainbow Mountain 4965m) – Punku Wiri (4655m)
Vinicunca Mountain - Depart from the camp to the Vinicunca pass. Here, the clay layers create a breathtaking rainbow effect at the mountain’s peak, giving it an otherworldly appearance as colors from off-white to crimson blend seamlessly. Cross to the mountain’s other side and follow ridges overlooking vast valleys with equally vibrant slopes, where lucky observers might spot numerous vicuñas. Lunch is served at Anta Grande. Afterward, continue a few more kilometers to reach the camp at Punku Wiri.
Day 05 Punku Wiri (3660m) – Cusco (3350m)
Cusco - After a brief ascent, spend the day descending the expansive mineral valley of Punku Wiri, where transportation awaits to return to Cusco.
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Bottled water
- Alcoholic beverages
- Bottled water
- Alcoholic beverages
To the southwest of Cusco lies the Vilcanota mountain range, the final barrier between the Inca Empire and the vast Amazonian forests. Ausangate, towering at 6,372 meters, is the undeniable ruler of the massif. The journey moves from west to east, passing by the stunning southern face of this majestic peak. At the end, the site of Vinicunca awaits, with its rainbow of colorful rocks.
To the southwest of Cusco lies the Vilcanota mountain range, the final barrier between the Inca Empire and the vast Amazonian forests. Ausangate, towering at 6,372 meters, is the undeniable ruler of the massif. The journey moves from west to east, passing by the stunning southern face of this majestic peak. At the end, the site of Vinicunca awaits, with its rainbow of colorful rocks.
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If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
