Cusco: Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain with Breakfast and Lunch
Andes Mountains, Peru, Peru
Activity
Official tickets via GetYourGuide
Explore Palccoyo Rainbow Mountain, renowned as one of Peru's top tourist attractions, featuring three vibrant mountains nestled in the Canchis district of Cusco.
Highlights
- Hike through the breathtaking landscapes of the Andes on a guided tour
- Discover the spectacular Palcoyo Mountain and the Red Valley on a hike
- Enjoy panoramic views and encounter alpacas, llamas, and vicuñas
- Benefit from a convenient hotel pickup and drop-off in Cusco
Description
1. Hotel Pickup in Cusco Start your Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain day trip from Cusco with early morning pickup from your hotel. Travel through the beautiful landscapes of the Peruvian Andes toward Cusipata. 2. Breakfast in Cusipata Enjoy a delicious breakfast in Cusipata before continuing toward Palcoyo Mountain. Take time to prepare for the hike and purchase any last-minute supplies. 3. Scenic Drive to Palcoyo Continue through traditional Andean villages and high-altitude landscapes. Along the way, admire mountain scenery and spot alpacas and llamas before reaching the Palcoyo trailhead. 4. Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain Hike Begin a guided hike through the spectacular Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain range. Discover its three colorful mountains while your guide explains the geology, culture, and natural history of the area. 5. Red Valley Viewpoint Admire panoramic views of the impressive Red Valley and the surrounding Andes. On clear days, enjoy spectacular views of the snow-capped Ausangate Mountain. 6. Palcoyo Stone Forest Continue toward the unique Stone Forest of Palcoyo, an extraordinary area filled with natural rock formations and breathtaking high-Andean landscapes. 7. Return Hike Walk back toward the vehicle while enjoying your final views of Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain, Red Valley, alpacas, llamas, and the surrounding mountains. 8. Buffet Lunch in Cusipata Return to Cusipata and enjoy a well-deserved buffet lunch with a selection of local Peruvian dishes after completing the Palcoyo hike. 9. Return to Cusco Relax on the scenic drive back to Cusco. The Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain day tour finishes with drop-off near the historic center or at the designated meeting point.Includes
Professional guide Breakfast in Cusipata Buffet lunch in Cusipata Round-trip transportation from Cusco Hiking tour of Palcoyo Mountain and the Red ValleyExcludes
tips admission tickets to tourist attractionsImportant Information
- The tour starts early in the morning between 4:00 and 4:30 a.m. The trailhead is located at 4,850 meters above sea level. The hike reaches an elevation of 5,010 meters above sea level. The hike is approximately 3.5 kilometers long. Weather can be cold and windy, dress appropriately.