Palccoyo Rainbow Mountain Tour 1 Day
The Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain is considered to be the little sister to the more popular Rainbow Mountain. On this full day tour you will travel from Cusco until you reach the start of the trek. Once on the trial see herds of llamas, alpacas and sheep with their shepherds and a selection of wildlife including soaring condors, cara cara falcons, eagles and maybe, vicuñas. When you reach Palcoyo Mountain you will be amazed by the natural colors of the colourful sandstone mountains. Drive through the Andes with amazing views of expansive valleys.
Highlights
- Discover Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain: Admire the spectacular natural colors of Palcoyo and its unique mountain formations.
- Scenic and Accessible Hike: Enjoy a beautiful Andean trail with approximately 45 minutes of hiking each way.
- Breathtaking Andean Landscapes: Marvel at stunning mountain valleys, glaciers, and views of the majestic Ausangate.
- Andean Wildlife and Local Culture: Encounter llamas and alpacas while discovering the traditional landscapes and communities of the Peruvian Andes.
Details of the trip
1-Day Itinerary of the Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain Tour
Today we will explore one of the newest and the most spectacular tourist spots in the Cusco region, the wonderful Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain known as the Little Sister of Rainbow Mountain.
Bright and early at around 4am our experienced professional guide with our van and driver will pass by your hotel. Make sure that you wait inside your hotel. From Cusco travel for around 3 hours before we arrive at Palcoyo, passing high Andes mountains like Ausangate. Before we head off on the hike enjoy a wonderfully prepared breakfast surrounded by the most magnificent mountain views.
The hike will start after you have finished your breakfast, trek through some of the best Andean landscapes you will ever encounter. View valleys, glaciers, lakes and animals such as the South American Alpacas and Llamas. See the local people going about their daily lives. Look up you may even see an Andean Condor. The trek should take around 45 minutes.
Once you have reached the summit, be amazed by what nature is capable, see the mineral stripes for what the mountain is famous. Receive some history from your informative guide, stay and take in the what nature has prepared for you.
When you have had your fill of the views, of which you will never see again, trek back down to the trailhead. Which should take around 45 minutes. Then, we get back in the van and travel for an hour before enjoying a wonderful lunch. Dine on wonderful Peruvian cuisine surrounded by the Andes.
At 1:30pm, we drive back to Cusco. All along the drive you will have amazing views of picturesque villages and expansive valleys. Finally, we drive back to your Cusco hotel, arriving around 6pm.
Package Details
Included & Not Included
Included
- Private round trip private van
- Professional guide, fluent in English and Spanish
- Breakfast and lunch in a restaurant.
- First aid kit and oxygen
- Tickets to the Palcoyo rainbow mountain.
Not Included
- Food not mentioned in the inclusions
- Travel insurance. Please, we ask you to take out travel insurance
- Tips
Tour prices to Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain Tour
Private Tour
We only do this tour in private, exclusively for families and couples. The price varies according to the number of people who book together.
| Your group size | Price per person |
|---|---|
| 2 people | $147 USD |
| 3 people | $127 USD |
| 4 people | $107 USD |
| 5 people | $89 USD |
| 6 to + people | $79 USD |
EXTRAS
- Walking poles –$10 USD per pair per trek (Professional poles that can be extended)
ADDED VALUES FOR FREE
- TRANSFER – from the airport to hotel (Cusco Only)
- OXYGEN TANK will be available along the trek
Travel Essentials
Important Information
WHAT YOU HAVE TO TAKE WITH YOU
- Original passport (it has to be the same you have used for booking your trek)
- Good daypack (the smaller, the better)
- Water storage: 2-3 litre reusable bottles (please do not bring disposable)
- Comfortable walking shoes or runners
- Toilet paper, plastic bags and hand sanitizer
- Sunscreen, sun hat, sunglasses
- Insect repellent
- Snacks
- Rain gear (rain poncho provided by SAM)
- Extra warm layer, like a fleece or jacket liner
- Extra money for souvenirs and tips
Questions & Answers
FAQs
The tour is rated as moderately difficult. Although the hike is relatively short, the high altitude can make walking more challenging. We recommend acclimatizing in Cusco before the tour.
The hike takes approximately 45 minutes to reach the colorful mountains and another 45 minutes to return to the trailhead.
The tour lists a maximum altitude of 5,200 meters (17,060 feet) above sea level. We recommend spending 2 to 3 days in Cusco or the Sacred Valley to acclimatize before the excursion.
Hotel pickup in Cusco begins at approximately 4:00 AM. The tour concludes with your return to your hotel in Cusco at around 6:00 PM.
Yes. The tour includes breakfast before the hike and a delicious Peruvian lunch at a restaurant during the return journey.
Yes. Round-trip transportation by private van is included, with pickup and drop-off at your hotel in Cusco.
Yes. The entrance ticket to Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain is included in the tour.
We recommend bringing your original passport, comfortable walking shoes, warm clothing, rain gear, sunscreen, sunglasses, a sun hat, reusable water bottles, snacks, and a small daypack.
Yes. The tour includes a professional bilingual guide fluent in English and Spanish. A first aid kit and oxygen are also available during the excursion.
