Palccoyo Rainbow Mountain Private Tour & Transport
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Enjoy the colors of the Andes with a much shorter and gentler hike than Vinicunca. Palccoyo offers three rainbow mountains and a stone forest, with private transport from your hotel in Cusco.
- Difficulty Moderate
- Altitude 4,900 m (16,076 ft)
- Group Size 1 - 15 people
From 120.00 USD
Per vehiclePalccoyo: The Easier Rainbow Mountain
Palccoyo is a beautiful alternative to the famous Vinicunca. Here you can see not one but three colorful mountains, plus an impressive stone forest, with a much shorter and gentler hike. It is the perfect option for families, older travelers or anyone who wants to enjoy the colors of the Andes with less effort.
With our private transport you leave Cusco a bit later than the Vinicunca tours and travel comfortably through the villages of the Vilcanota river valley. Your driver will wait for you at the trailhead while you walk.
Since Palccoyo receives far fewer visitors, you will enjoy a peaceful experience surrounded by alpacas, llamas and spectacular views of the Ausangate mountain range.
Highlights
- Three rainbow mountains in one visit
- Stone forest of Palccoyo
- Short and gentle hike
- Far fewer crowds than Vinicunca
Itinerary
A full-day trip to Palccoyo, the alternative rainbow mountain with an easier hike.
05:00 – Pickup in Cusco
Departure from your hotel towards Checacupe.
07:30 – Breakfast stop
Optional breakfast in Checacupe and view of its colonial bridges.
09:30 – Hike to Palccoyo
Easy 1-hour walk with views of three rainbow mountains and the stone forest.
12:00 – Return trip
Walk back to the vehicle and start the drive to Cusco.
15:30 – Arrival in Cusco
Drop-off at your hotel.
Prices
Prices are per vehicle, not per person, and include the private transportation and driver for the whole tour.
- Sedan (up to 3 passengers): USD 120
- SUV / Truck (up to 4 passengers): USD 140
- Minivan (up to 6 passengers): USD 160
- Mercedes-Benz – 10 pax (up to 10 passengers): USD 200
- Mercedes Benz 15pax (up to 15 passengers): USD 240
Included
- Pickup and drop-off at your hotel in Cusco
- Private vehicle exclusively for your group
- Professional bilingual driver
- Driver waiting time at every stop
- Bottled water and first-aid kit with oxygen
- Passenger insurance, fuel, tolls and parking
Not Included
- Entrance fees and tourist tickets (Boleto Turístico del Cusco)
- Lunch and other meals not mentioned in the itinerary
- Tips for the driver or guide (optional)
- Personal expenses and souvenirs
- Travel insurance
Recommendations
Cusco and its surroundings sit at high altitude and the weather changes quickly during the day. To fully enjoy your private tour we recommend that you bring:
- Original passport (required for some entrance tickets)
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Layers of clothing, a warm jacket and a rain poncho
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat
- Cash in Peruvian soles for entrance fees and small purchases
- Water and snacks
Spend at least one or two days in Cusco to acclimatize before doing high-altitude excursions, drink plenty of water and avoid heavy meals the night before.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. The walk is about 1 hour round trip on a gentle trail, compared with 3-4 hours at Vinicunca.
The colors are very similar, and you can see three mountains instead of one.
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