Cusco Day Tours · EP020

Rainbow Mountain & Red Valley ATV Tour

Full day Max. 19 people Easy Starts in Cusco 5,036 m

Reach Rainbow Mountain and the Red Valley by ATV: less hiking, more views. Single semi-automatic quad, entrance fees, oxygen and buffet meals included.

Embark on an unforgettable adventure to the Mountain of Colors and the imposing Red Valley, where the landscapes seem taken from Mars -. Travel through the red valley on an ATV and feel the adrenaline as you discover a place few go, surprising natural formations and views that will take your breath away. The perfect plan that combines adrenaline and walking!

Duration
Full day
Group size
Max. 19 people
Difficulty
Easy
Starts in
Cusco
Max. altitude
5,036 m
Departures
Daily Departures

Places visited

Vinicunca Red Valley

Tour at a glance

Rainbow Mountain & Red Valley ATV Tour is a Full day tour operated by Explore Peru 360, a licensed local tour operator in Cusco. It starts in Cusco, reaches a maximum altitude of 5,036 m, runs in groups of up to 19 travelers and is priced on request. Highlights: Vinicunca, Red Valley.

Written & verified by the Explore Peru 360 team in Cusco · Last updated Nov 2026

Itinerary

Day01

Colorful mountain and red valley on ATVs

4:10 am – Pick up at your hotel in Cusco In a tourist transport, our guide will pick you and your companions directly to your hotel located within the tourist area of the imperial city. 7:00 am – Breakfast on the southern route (included) After a two-hour trip along the Longitudinal del Sur highway that connects Cusco with Puno, we will stop at a local restaurant along the route to enjoy a restorative breakfast. 8:00 am – We continue towards the destination We will board our tourist unit again to continue the journey through the deep south road, taking the detour towards the Layo district to approach the base. 9:00 am – Adrenaline on ATV through the Red Valley You receive your ATV and the equipment. After a brief driving practice, we began a 40-minute ascent on wheels crossing spectacular reddish landscapes. Mandatory stop along the way for brutal perspective photos.

Included / Not included

Included

  • 24/7 support and assistance during and after your reservation.
  • Modern transportation with all legal licenses.
  • Single semi-automatic ATV.
  • All entrances to the Red Valley.
  • All tickets to the Mountain of Colors.
  • Professional mountain guide.
  • Oxygen.
  • First aid kit.
  • Buffet breakfast.
  • Buffet lunch.

Not included

  • Tips for guides.
  • Travel insurance (Peruvian laws suggest that you enter Peru with insurance contracted in your country of origin).
  • We work with some clinics and can help you manage medical care if you need it (the clinics will apply the insurance you previously contracted; however, they do not offer travel insurance).

What to pack

  • Small backpack
  • Warm clothes
  • Sunscreen
  • Sunglasses
  • Cap or hat
  • Water
  • Trekking shoes
  • Cash
  • Identity document

Route map

VinicuncaRed Valley

FAQ

01Which day tour is best for my first day in Cusco?

The Cusco City Tour or Maras & Moray — both are low-effort and help you acclimatize.

02Can day tours be private?

Yes. Every day tour can be operated privately with your own guide and vehicle.

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