From Cusco: Palccoyo Rainbow Mountain Full Day Tour

Cusipata District, Peru



Discover the Palccoyo Rainbow Mountain on a full-day tour from Cusco. Enjoy a gentle hike with panoramic views of the Andes, learn about the area's geology, and savor a delicious lunch.

Highlights

  • Discover the beauty of the Palccoyo Rainbow Mountain on a full-day tour
  • Enjoy a gentle hike with panoramic views of the Andes and Stone Forest
  • Learn about the geological processes that created the colorful mountains
  • Spot llamas, alpacas, and native Andean plants along the way
  • Savor a delicious lunch prepared with fresh local ingredients

Description

Begin your full day adventure with a hotel pickup in Cusco. Travel southeast on a scenic 3 hour drive through picturesque valleys and towering Andean mountains. Pass small traditional communities and observe the daily life and culture of the local people. Upon arrival at the trailhead, begin a gentle 1 hour hike along a well marked path. Admire the colorful Palccoyo Rainbow Mountains and the unique Stone Forest, a natural formation of towering rock structures shaped by erosion over thousands of years. Throughout the hike, admire snow-capped peaks and learn about the fascinating geological processes that created these multicolored mountains. Stop at several viewpoints to take photos and fully appreciate the scenery. Spot llamas, alpacas, and a variety of native Andean plants along the way. After exploring and taking time to rest, descend to enjoy a delicious lunch prepared with fresh local ingredients. Finally, begin your return journey to Cusco, carrying with you unforgettable memories of this remarkable Andean experience.

Includes

Hotel pickup Tourist transportation Bilingual guide Breakfast and buffet lunch Trekking poles Oxygen tank First aid kit

Excludes

Horses Entrance fees

Easy cancellation

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