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Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain Private Tour from Cusco

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Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain Private Tour from Cusco

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City Tour Cusco

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Highlights

The Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain tour offers a peaceful and less crowded alternative to the traditional Rainbow Mountain experience. Unlike Vinicunca, Palcoyo features multiple colorful mountains in one location, allowing visitors to enjoy a wider variety of mineral formations and panoramic views.
The hike is short and gentle, making it ideal for travelers who want to experience high Andean landscapes without a strenuous trek. Along the route, guests are surrounded by spectacular scenery, including glaciers, valleys, and sweeping views of the Ausangate mountain range.
The tour also provides authentic cultural insight, with opportunities to see local communities, alpacas, and llamas in their natural environment. Combined with professional guiding, comfortable transportation, breakfast, and lunch, this experience delivers the perfect balance of nature, culture, and comfort in a single day.

Itinerary

  • Cusco

    3 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    Hotel Pickup and Scenic Drive: Early in the morning, at approximately 4:00 a.m., our professional guide, driver, and private tourist vehicle will pick you up directly from your hotel in Cusco (please wait inside the hotel). The journey takes about 3 hours, passing through spectacular high Andean landscapes and iconic mountains such as Ausangate.
  • Nevado Auzangate

    1 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    Breakfast with Andean Views: Before starting the hike, we enjoy a freshly prepared breakfast in a beautiful natural setting, surrounded by breathtaking views of the Andes mountains.
  • Palccoyo Rainbow Mountain

    1 hoursAdmission Ticket Included
    Hike to Palcoyo After breakfast, we begin the hike, which lasts approximately 45 minutes. The trail is gentle and allows you to enjoy some of the most beautiful Andean scenery, including valleys, glaciers, lagoons, and native wildlife such as alpacas and llamas. You may also see local villagers in their daily routines and, if lucky, the majestic Andean condor soaring overhead.
  • Palccoyo Rainbow Mountain

    1 hours 30 minsAdmission Ticket Included
    Palcoyo Summit and Rainbow Mountains: Upon reaching the summit, you will be amazed by the vibrant mineral colored stripes that make Palcoyo famous. Your guide will share insights into the geological formation and cultural significance of the area. Take time to relax, enjoy the views, and capture unforgettable photos.
  • Cusco

    4 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    Return, Lunch, and Drive Back to Cusco: After taking in the scenery, we hike back down to the trailhead (about 45 minutes). We then continue by vehicle for approximately one hour to enjoy a delicious Peruvian lunch, surrounded by Andean landscapes. At 1:30 p.m., we begin our return journey to Cusco, passing through picturesque villages and wide valleys. Arrival at your Cusco hotel is around 6:00 p.m.

What's included

INCLUDED

Private transportation
Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain entrance tickets
Breakfast and lunch at a local restaurant
Bottled water
First aid kit and oxygen available during the tour
Professional Tour Guide (English or Spanish)
Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Cusco City Center

NOT INCLUDED

Personal expenses
Tips for the guide and drive (optional)

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Additional information

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Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Infant meals not included
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required

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