Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain 1 Day Tour

Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain 1 Day Tour

"Discover the wonder of hidden nature, Palcoyo three Rainbow Mountains"
  • Price $ USD 35
  • Duration: Full Day Tour
  • Physical Level Moderate
  • Max Altitude 4,900 m / 16,076 ft
  • Accommodation Hotel
  • Departures Daily Departures

Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain 1 Day Tour

"Discover the wonder of hidden nature, Palcoyo three Rainbow Mountains"
  • Price $ USD 35
  • Duration: Full Day Tour
  • Physical Level Moderate
  • Max Altitude 4,900 m / 16,076 ft
  • Accommodation Hotel
  • Departures Daily Departures

Resumen

Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain 1 Day Tour. Discover 3 rainbow mountains in Palcoyo. This is the immediate alternative to the Viñicunca rainbow mountain. If you are one of the few travelers who want to be in the less crowded and lower altitude places, Palccoyo 7-Colored Mountain Full Day Tour is your best alternative.

Places to visit: Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain

Itinerary at a Glance

  • 04:00 Cusco → Cusipata — Hotel pickup and early departure
  • 06:00 Cusipata — Buffet breakfast
  • 07:00 Checacupe — Colonial and Inca bridges
  • 08:30 Palcoyo trailhead — Begin the gentle hike
  • 09:15 Palcoyo — Three Rainbow Mountains viewpoints
  • 10:30 Stone Forest — Short exploration and return hike
  • 13:30 Cusipata — Lunch and return drive
  • 17:30 Cusco — Arrival and hotel drop-off

Highlights

  • Take an amazing Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain 1 Day Tour.
  • Visit the Checacupe picturesque village and admire the beautiful colonial bridge and the Inca suspension bridge.
  • Admire the visual spectacle offered by the Palccoyo Rainbow Mountain and photograph the beautiful and complex geological formation of marine, lake and river sediments.
  • Enjoy the Andean mountain range’s stunning panoramic view.
  • Walk among South American camelids in their natural habitat: llamas, alpacas and others.
  • Meet the locals, descendants of the Incas, and admire their traditional costumes.

Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain 1 Day Tour

Full Day Tour
Best Price
US$ 35 per person
Group Size
Min 2 / Max 15
Activity Level
Moderate
Rating:
Limited permits available!

Detailed Itinerary

Get ready to explore the new and impressive tourist circuit in Cusco!

The professional guide and the tourist mobility assigned by Machupicchu Andes Tours will pick you up at your hotel in Cusco at 4:00 – 4:30am (depending on your hotel location). Then you will make a 1.40-hour trip to the Cusipata village, where you will make a short stop to enjoy your buffet breakfast carefully prepared with the local ingredients. Here you can also use the restrooms. Then, take a 20-minute drive to the Checacupe village and visit the legendary bridges that were built in different periods. Admire the history and architectural legacy of 2 different cultures that even after hundreds of years are still in perfect condition.

After appreciating the masterpieces, continue your journey for another 1.30 hours to the Palccoyo Rainbow Mountain. On this route you will see hundreds of South American camelids and the locals in their daily activity. From the bus parking, walk for 40 minutes to the 3 Rainbow mountains viewpoint and enjoy unique and incredible panoramic views. If you are in good physical condition, ascend to the highest point where you will see a kind of stone forest. From there you will also enjoy breathtaking panoramic views.

After exploring everything, take your tourist mobility to return to the Cusipata village and enjoy the exquisite Peruvian food. After a rewarding rest, continue your trip back to Cusco. Arrival in Cusco approximately 17:30 to 18:00 hours.

Inclusions

What’s included in the Peru Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain Tour
  • Pick-up at your hotel (your hotel must be located in the city center).
  • Round-trip tourist mobility.
  • Professional English-speaking tour guide.
  • Food: Breakfast and Lunch
  • First aid kit and oxygen
  • Group or private tour
What’s not included in the Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain 1 Day Tour
  • Access ticket to the Palcoyo rainbow mountain (S/ 20 PEN)
  • Food not mentioned in the inclusions
  • Travel insurance. Please, we ask you to take out travel insurance
  • Access to the Checacupe bridges (5 PEN)
  • Altitude sickness pills (Soroche)
  • Tips (optional)

Price List

First option: Group Tour

Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain 1 Day Shared Tour Price.

Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain 1 Day Group Tour. Join our already formed groups and together with your new friends discover the 3 new rainbow mountains in Palcoyo.

The whole tour will be done in a group of 15 or more people. The members of the group will be from different nationalities and also of different languages, beliefs, ages, sex, etc. But the guided tour will be only in 2 languages English and Spanish.

We have daily departures and the 12 months of the year.

Number of persons Price per person
2 or more persons
$35 USD BOOK ONLINE
Second option: Private Tour

Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain 1 Day Private Tour Prices

Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain 1 Day Private Tour. This option is exclusive for you who prefer to travel with your couple, family or friends and do not want to meet strangers. You can start the tour any day of the year. The price varies according on the number of people traveling together.

Pax number Price per person
1 Persons
$325.00 USD BOOK ONLINE
2-3 Persons
$175.00 USD BOOK ONLINE
4-5 Persons
$105.00 USD BOOK ONLINE
6 or + Persons
$85.00 USD BOOK ONLINE

Packing list

Packing list to do the Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain 1 Day Tour

  • Passport / any personal document
  • Warm clothes (cap, scarf, sweaters, raincoat, gloves)
  • Sun hat
  • Sunglasses
  • Toilet paper
  • Lipstick
  • Sunscreen
  • Extra money (PEN)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Rainbow Mountain?

The Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain appearance is due to “a complex geological history of marine, lake and river sediments”. These sediments, transported by the waters that once covered the area, date from between the Tertiary and Quaternary periods, that is, between 65 and two million years ago.

Over time, the sediments formed the layers that today show off the strips that attract tourists.

The movement of the tectonic plates in the area lifted these sediments until they became mountains. Then they acquired their striking colors due to the oxidation of their minerals, caused by the humidity of the area, and their erosion.

What is the Peru Palccoyo Rainbow Mountain hike maximum altitude?

The Peru Rainbow Mountain maximum altitude is 4,900 masl/16,076ft.

How many kilometers or miles of hiking is the Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain 1 Day Tour?

From the bus parking lot to the Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain highest point, there is a distance of about 1 km/0.62 miles. up and down would be 2 km/1.24miles of hiking.

What is the weather and the minimum and maximum temperature in the Palccoyo 7 Colored Mountain Full Day Tour?

The weather in the Peru Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain Tour is very changeable, so it is recommended to be well prepared, but there are 2 well defined seasons: dry and rainy.

  • The dry season is from April to October. Most days are sunny, but it can rain and snow at any time. In this season the temperature ranges between 5°C/42°F and 12°C/54°F.
  • The rainy season is from November to March. There is presence of torrential rains and snow. The mountains are always covered with snow and fog. In this season the temperature ranges between 0°C/32°F and 14°C/57°F.
What are the most recommended months to do the Peru Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain Tour?

To do the Peru Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain Tour, it is recommended to do it in the dry season from April to October, the days are completely sunny and you can fully enjoy the scenic beauty, but do not be too confident it can rain and snow at any time.

What is the Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain Hike difficulty?

The hike to the Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain is moderate (1,2,3,4,5). With a 2- hour hike at a slow pace. To do this hike you must be in acceptable physical condition. Due to its altitude and lack of oxygen, this hike is a bit strenuous.

Can I rent a horse to ride on the Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain 1 Day Tour?

No, there is no horse service and it is not necessary.

What is included in the Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain 1 Day Tour?

If you travel with us you don’t have to worry about anything, we take care of organizing yourtrip. In our tour package, Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain 1 Day Tour, we include: tourist mobility from your hotel in Cusco, a professional tour guide, entrance ticket, first aid kit, oxygen, food; breakfast and lunch.

Can I do the Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain 1 Day Tour with children?

Yes, you can go as a family with children. This tour is recommended for families and even for seniors.

What is the price of the Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain Day Hike?

We offer 2 types of excursions:

  • Shared or group tour. You will join a group of 10 to 15 people. The price is 35 USD per person.
  • Private service tour. This tour is recommended for families. The price varies depending on the number of family members. If you are traveling as a couple, the price is 170 USD per person. The more people traveling, the lower the price.
Are there restrooms in the Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain?

Yes, there are basic restrooms in the Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain parking lot. You may also use the restrooms at the restaurant where you will have breakfast and lunch. It is recommended that you bring toilet paper.

How to Book

Recommendations

For a better experience on the Peru Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain Tour, we recommend that you consider the following:

  • You must be in Cusco at least 2 days before the tour for better acclimatization.
  • Take altitude sickness pills before and upon arrival in Cusco.
  • Be in excellent physical condition.
  • Bring adequate clothing for hiking, warm clothes and raincoats.

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