About this experience
Experience the magic of the Palcoyo Mountain tour in one day, a surprising tour where the colors of the rainbow unfold over imposing Andean mountains. Unlike other destinations, Palcoyo offers a quieter and more accessible landscape, ideal to enjoy without haste its multicolored formations, natural canyons and the pure energy of the Apus.
This experience is phenomenal and unique, perfect for those seeking authentic adventure, breathtaking landscapes and a deep connection to nature. A day that will give you colors, calm and the magic essence of Cusco.
At a glance
- Duration: 12 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 12 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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What is included
- Trekking poles
- Tourist Transportation Round Trip
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Brifing over the tour a day earlier.
- First Aid and Oxygen Equipment
- Breakfast and Lunch Semi Buffet in Cusipata
- Hotel pickup or Airbnb
- Professional Bilingual Guide (English and Spanish)
Not included
- Admission Tickets to Palcoyo Mountain 25.00 Suns or
Itinerary and highlights
Pick up from your hotel in Cusco
After approximately two hours of travel, we arrive in the town of Cusipata, where a delicious Andean breakfast is offered, ideal for recharging before the hike. This is a resting point before continuing to the start of our tour to Palcoyo.
From being in Cusipata, we continue for another hour by car to the community of Palccoyo, starting point of the hike. Along the way you can see spectacular llamas, alpacas and high Andean landscapes. We will continue our excursion with a duration of approximately one hour. Along the trail you can see three mountains of colors and unique geological formations. This trek is low difficulty, ideal for people of all ages. At this point you can also visit the stone forest, a natural wonder with panoramic views of the Vilcanota Range and the snowy Ausangate.
In this town, we will make an extra stop to enjoy more of the tour, visiting tourist attractions such as colonial bridges and other old buildings that are from the Inca era, such as colonial and republican times. After the tours we will return to Cusco.
Stop to enjoy your Lunch semi Buffet, recharge and rest, then return to Cusco.
Our tour ends in Cusco, exactly at this point or place, arriving at approximately 6:00 p.m.
Meeting and pickup information
- Travelers can be picked up from anywhere in the city of Cusco. The name of the Hotel, the exact address and the number are required to coordinate your pick-up. This service includes pickup from private residences, such as Airbnb or hotels within Cusco’s historic center. They will also have full assistance before, during and after the tour.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Peru Wonderful Travel
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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