Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain Tour
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Availability Daily departures -
Transporte Hotel pickup -
Tour Guide Tour guide included -
Available languages Spanish, English & Portuguese -
Service type Shared service -
Cancellation policy Non-refundable -
Maximum altitude 4,900 m.a.s.l. -
Difficulty Moderate
Itinerary
Day 01 Cusco – Checacupe – Palcoyo – Cusco
We will start our Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain Tour early in the morning around 5:00 AM. We will meet in the main square of Cusco, where our professional transport will pick us up. The route will lead us through picturesque Andean landscapes filled with valleys and small farming villages. The first part of the journey will take about two and a half hours.
We will arrive at Checacupe, located at 3,400 meters above sea level. Here, we will explore three historic bridges that represent Peru’s cultural evolution. The Inca Bridge, made of stone, symbolizes ancient engineering.
The Colonial Bridge and Republican Bridge show how time and history shaped this region. We will take photos and learn about the role of Checacupe in the Sacred Valley.
After exploring Checacupe, we will continue our journey for another one and a half hours. The drive will offer magnificent views of the Andes and rural communities. We will reach the Palcoyo Rainbow Mountains Tour Cusco starting point at 4,900 meters above sea level. The crisp mountain air and colorful landscape will immediately captivate us.
We will begin our 40-minute hike toward the viewpoint of Palcoyo Mountain Tour. The trail will be gentle and perfect for travelers of all fitness levels. Along the route, we will see vivid mineral layers forming natural stripes of red, yellow, and turquoise. We will also admire eroded glaciers, deep valleys, and the impressive stone forest of Ccacca Loma.
At the summit, we will enjoy a panoramic view of the Ausangate Glacier, one of the most sacred mountains in the Andes. We will also observe the Circuit of the Four Lakes, including Acopia, Pomacanchis, Posposqo Cocha, and Misky Cocha. The variety of Andean birds and the colorful landscape will make this moment unforgettable. We will spend time taking photos and connecting with nature in silence.
After exploring Palcoyo, we will return to our vehicle and drive to Cusipata for a delicious buffet lunch. We will relax and enjoy traditional Peruvian dishes prepared with local ingredients. After lunch, we will head back to Cusco, arriving around 5:00 PM. at Plaza Regocijo. The day will end with unforgettable memories of the Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain Tour and the beauty of the Peruvian Andes.
Details
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Total distance
140 km round trip
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Maximum altitude
4,900 meters above sea level
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Minimum altitude
3,400 meters (Cusco)
Important note: Schedules are for reference only. One day before the tour, our operations team will contact you to reconfirm the schedules.
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Hear from Those Who Have Experienced the Magic of Our Tours
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Andrey S.
October 14, 2025
Punctuality, very attentive guide and perfect organization. From the hotel exit, transit by train, lunch schedule and guided tours.
Maria R.
October 12, 2025
A very enriching experience, a lot of history, although it rained that day, was a good for nothing our tour. Our guide was very attentive and professional.
Alejandra C.
October 12, 2025
The tour starts very early type 3-4 am, how good you can sleep on the way, we breakfast in a very good buffet and then depart for the mountain. Here the height is the problem, you can walk up but it requires a lot of condition, the good thing is that there are horses that you can pay and for 90 suns they leave you 15-20 minutes from the top. Wear layered clothes as you can warm up when climbing. We already walk down and the road is much easier. On horseback you go up in 40 minutes, you are on the mountain an hour to take pictures and the return is about 1 hour or so. In the end we still had lunch in the same very rich buffet!
Salvador M
September 19, 2025
I liked the Service and attention I received, plus the quality of the guide who touched us to know the sacred valley on the way to Machu Picchu was first class, with extensive knowledge of the Inca culture and with very good explanation, I highly recommend them.
Sarah E.
October 12, 2025
They were exceptional! Everything very organized, took care of all the details, we hired all the tours, lodging and transfer, we do not regret!
Veronica L.
October 12, 2025
Recommended 💯💯💯
What a beautiful place!!! Most of us went up there on mules. Important to clarify if the person weighs more than 110 kg he will not be able to carry it and will have to walk up . . . It is still very expensive, to have proper footwear
Andrey S.
October 14, 2025
Punctuality, very attentive guide and perfect organization. From the hotel exit, transit by train, lunch schedule and guided tours.
Maria R.
October 12, 2025
A very enriching experience, a lot of history, although it rained that day, was a good for nothing our tour. Our guide was very attentive and professional.
Alejandra C.
October 12, 2025
The tour starts very early type 3-4 am, how good you can sleep on the way, we breakfast in a very good buffet and then depart for the mountain. Here the height is the problem, you can walk up but it requires a lot of condition, the good thing is that there are horses that you can pay and for 90 suns they leave you 15-20 minutes from the top. Wear layered clothes as you can warm up when climbing. We already walk down and the road is much easier. On horseback you go up in 40 minutes, you are on the mountain an hour to take pictures and the return is about 1 hour or so. In the end we still had lunch in the same very rich buffet!
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