Highlights
- Take an easy hike to beautiful, colorful Palcoyo Mountain
- Enjoy a buffet lunch after a day of hiking
- Get to know the great forest of stones at the top of the mountain
Description
Palcoyo Mountain is a group of three colorful mountains in the Andes, at an altitude of 4,900 meters. The hike is easier than the route to its twin, Vinicunca. Along the way, you can also explore the stone forest and admire the mountain scenery.
• The excursion starts with pickup from hotels near or within the Historic Center between 4:00 and 5:00 a.m.
• Travel toward Cusipata and stop for breakfast. Then continue to the parking area, leave the vehicle, and begin the hike.
• Hike for 2 hours at a moderate pace with breaks. On arrival, enjoy a brief guided explanation and time to explore the area, including the stone forest.
• After the guided tour, return to the vehicle and travel back to Cusipata for lunch.
• Return to Cusco and be dropped off near Plaza de Armas.
• Arrive at approximately 6:00 p.m.
Includes
Hotel pick up (near or within the Historic Center)
Tourist transportation to and from
Professional guide
Breakfast
Lunch
Handmade walking sticks
First aid kit
Excludes
Entrance to Rainbow Mountain Palcoyo (5 USD or 15 soles)
Food not mentioned
Extra expenses
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund