Palccoyo Rainbow Mountain
Tarifas
- S/ 13 - Adulto Peruano
- S/ 16 - Adulto Extranjero
Palccoyo is a colorful mountain range in Cusco, similar to the classic Rainbow Mountain, but with three different rainbow color mountains that showcase ocher and red colors, with green, blue, and white stripes. This hidden gem is also home to a stone forest and local people dressed in their traditional costumes accompanied by their Llamas and Alpacas.Visiting Palccoyo offers beautiful landscapes and the opportunity to witness the stunning colors of the Palccoyo mountain range. The best part is that this circuit does not require much physical condition and can be done easily with a gentle walk of only one hour, without any unevenness. This makes it a less demanding alternative to the long trek to Vinicunca Rainbow Mountain. Book your tour to Palccoyo mountain of colors today and discover one of Cusco’s hidden treasures!
Tour rapido
Highlights
Discover the essence of the Sacred Valley with our carefully designed itinerary that highlights its cultural richness, breathtaking landscapes, and unforgettable experiences. Whether it's your first time or you're returning to explore deeper, these moments will make your journey truly memorable.
- Amazing Andean landscapes of Cusco
- See three different mountains of rainbow color
- Hike through the stone forest of Palccoyo
- Beautiful Rainbow Mountain colors
- See llamas and alpacas and their local owners along the route
¿What To Pack?
- Wool Hat or Beanie
- T-shirt
- Layer
- Jacket
- Long pants
- Sunglasses
- Gloves
- Small Backpack (to carry water, snacks, camera, etc)
- 2 liters of water (there are options to buy along the route)
- Snacks (such as chocolate, cereal bars, candies, nuts, energy bars, etc)
- Sunscreen
- Rain jacket or poncho
- Cash in soles
Included and Excluded
Incluye
- Pick up from your Hotel
- Roundtrip transportation
- Breakfast
- Lunch buffet
- English/Spanish speaking professional tour guide
- First-Aid equipment and oxygen bottle for emergencies
- Trekking Pole
No Incluye
- Entrance fee (PEN 20.00)
Itinerario
- Cusco - Cusipata: The day starts early with hotel pick-ups scheduled between 4:30 to 5:00 am. From Cusco, expect a 3-hour car journey to reach Palccoyo. Upon arrival, you'll embark on a 2-hour hike around Palccoyo Mountain to explore its scenic landscapes. The return trip to Cusco also takes approximately 3 hours, aiming to get you back around 6:00 pm. During the journey, we'll stop at Cusipata town for both breakfast and lunch, each break lasting about an hour. Our route includes picking up all guests from their hotels before heading to Cusipata, where a 2-hour drive takes us to a restaurant for a delightful breakfast, followed by another hour's drive towards Palccoyo Mountain.
- Palccoyo: Once you arrive at Palcoyo Mountain, you'll prepare to embark on an exploration of this captivating site. Guided by our expert, you'll discover the three colored mountains and the stunning stone forest, with ample opportunities for photographs, insightful commentary from the guide, and moments to simply soak in the natural beauty of the area. Following this memorable experience, we'll journey back by car to Cusipata, a scenic drive lasting approximately 1 hour, where a delicious buffet lunch awaits.
- Cusipata - Cusco: After a delightful lunch in Cusipata, we'll continue our journey back to Cusco, enjoying a scenic 2-hour drive through the picturesque Peruvian landscape. As we wind through valleys and past ancient terraces, you'll have time to reflect on the day's adventures and enjoy the beauty of the Andean mountains.
