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Palccoyo Rainbow Mountain from Cusco with transfers and lunch

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Cusco, Peru
  • 12 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Escape the crowds with a small-group tour to Palccoyo Rainbow Mountain from Cusco, which offers a quieter experience to the more well-known Vinicunca Rainbow Mountain. Hike along uncrowded trails through dramatic Andean landscapes dotted with alpacas and snowcapped peaks, for panoramic views of three mountains with multi-colored mineral-striped slopes while your guide shares insights into Palccoyo's significance in Andean culture.
  • Embark on a hike in the Peruvian Andes without the hassle of logistics
  • A small group size ensures an intimate experience you won’t find in larger groups
  • Relax with hassle-free central Cusco hotel pickup
  • Refuel with included lunch at a local restaurant

What's Included

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • English speaking local tour guide
  • Emergency Oxygen Tank
  • Any personal expenses
  • entrance ticket to Palcoyo 25 soles

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

If you are not staying at hotels within the centre of Cusco, we will be picking you up from Plaza de Armas

Operating hours
.4:00 am

Itinerary

1

Cusco

30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

2

Checacupe

3 hours Admission Ticket Free

3

Palccoyo Rainbow Mountain

3 hours Admission Ticket Included

4

Puente Colonial de Checacupe

3 hours Admission Ticket Included

5

Plaza Regocijo (Kusipata)

3 hours Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Travelers should have a strong physical fitness level
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.8
based on 15 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Amazing landscape and great tour!

Marika_K, Apr 2025
Brian is a very attentive and patient guide all throughout our tour. He provided valuable insight and ensured we were all prepared before we commenced our two-hour hike. He helped with our photos and videos. The views are amazing and the experience unforgettable.

Good trip, but meals arrangement can be improved

Rivel, Jul 2024
Pros: Karen, the tour provider, was fantastic and very responsive with chats. The tour guide was friendly and good at taking pictures It's better option than Rainbow mountain because it's less crowded Cons: The breakfast and lunch were terrible. They limit only 1 a quarter size of egg for breakfast. The lunch was barely edible. It's a bit long to get there. Altitude sickness: Please be aware and bring your oxygen.

Rainbow mountain

diazzoraya, Jan 2020
No hassle. The trip went smooth. Tour guides were excellent, they make sure we were all having a good time and took good care of us.

From $55.00

per person

up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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On average, this is booked 6 days in advance.

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