Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain Excursion: A Scenic Route from Cusco
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Cusco
Embark on a scenic Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain excursion from Cusco. Capture stunning photos, explore historic bridges, and enjoy breathtaking views of Nevado Ausangate.
Duration: 10 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Cusco - start piont
  • Palccoyo Rainbow Mountain - We will be passing by your accommodation wherever you are staying, preferably within the historic center of the city of Cusco, the pick-up starts at approximately 4:00 am.
    Then we will head to the south of Cusco , to the town of Cusipata where we will have our first stop to have breakfast.
    Before reaching the town of Palccoyo we will make a stop to take some photos of the attraction of the colonial bridge and the Inca bridge.
    Arriving at the Palccoyo Mountain (4,900 masl), we will have free time to photograph and enjoy the place. We will also be able to observe part of Nevado Ausangate.
    We will return to the parking lot to return to Cusipata where we will have lunch and finally we will return to the city of Cusco (arrival approximately at 18:00 hrs), our mobility will leave you one block from the Plaza de Armas (Plaza Regocijo )
  • Cusco - tour finish
What's Included
  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Professional tour guide (ENG/ESP)
  • Pick up from the Hotel city center
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Oxygen assistance
  • Walk sticks
What's Not Included
  • horses rent
  • Meals not mentioned
  • Entrance
Additional Information

Your pick-up will begin from your chosen lodging, ideally located in Cusco’s historic city center, at around 4:00 am. From there, we’ll journey southwards to the town of Cusipata for our first stop and breakfast. On our way to Palccoyo town, we’ll pause for photographing the scenic views of the colonial and Inca bridges. Once we reach Palccoyo Mountain (4,900 meters above sea level), you’ll enjoy some leisure time for photography and sightseeing, including views of Nevado Ausangate. We’ll then make our way back to the parking area, before returning to Cusipata for lunch. Our trip concludes in Cusco city at approximately 6:00 pm, with drop-offs within a block of the Plaza de Armas (Plaza Regocijo).

  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Location
Cusco
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Evan_d
Jun 16, 2024
Palccoyo Hike Day - Jose was a phenomenal guide. He was knowledgeable and super friendly. The hike and the sights of the mountains were beautiful and worth the ride outside Cuzco. The breakfast and lunch meals were amazing as well. There was a group of 8 in our party and everyone thoroughly enjoyed the trip. We highly recommend booking this tour.
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Serge_qc68
Jun 13, 2024
Incredible experience at Rainbow mountain Palcoyo - We received an outstanding service from both the guide and driver. The tour was just incredible, better than the expectations. The hike is not hard,but with the altitude I struggle. The guide was very helpful and patient. At the top, the view of not only the rainbow mountain but the other was fantastic. The breakfast and lunch were fine. Thanks you for the memories!!!
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Elodiea612
Jun 12, 2024
Great day trip from Cusco - Our driver and guide were exceptional. We appreciated the information given by our guide during this visit. Palcoyo seems less busy than Rainbow Mountain (we encountered few tourists)
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P1871niaustinc
Jun 5, 2024
Palccoyo Was Great - Edwin was a great guide and the scenery was truly stunning! Definitely recommend taking a guide to Palccoyo to hear about the cultural and natural significance of the region.
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Marylun2023
Jun 5, 2024
Amazing palcoyo! - Everything was beautiful! The views are truly spectacular and the guide Ernesto is phenomenal. I would definitely love to return!
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M6943hlalejandror
Jun 5, 2024
It was our first family outing internationally. - The incredible views, really fabulous, walking and sharing with the family was a great experience, thank you very much Peru and thank you Ernesto for your extensive and accurate explanation
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Discover17754265987
Jun 5, 2024
Incredible tour - Everything was wonderful, Ernesto was very kind and patient, we connected a lot with the place and it became a very nice group, I would definitely return, thank you very much!
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27mar_aguadalupen
Jun 5, 2024
Unforgettable, challenging, incredible - Excellent Ernesto our guide was excellent, it is my first time in Peru, the truth is I thought I would be able to climb but I did, the truth is Ernesto helped me generate that confidence and it was an incredible experience.
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Andrea
Jun 5, 2024
Incredible tour with Ernesto - Everything was great, altitude sickness is a problem but the guide sets an adequate pace so that everyone can reach the top. Furthermore, the groups are small.
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P400dbandreaa
Jun 5, 2024
Palkoyo - Beautiful experience and Ernesto very patient so that we could all climb. Thanks for everything. The group was very, very enjoyable.
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