Trip Itinerary
TRIP ITINERARY
CUSCO - CUSIPATA - PALCOYO - CUSCO
- Hotel Pick-Up: Start your day with pick-up from your hotel from 4:30 to 5:00 am
- Drive to Palcoyo: Embark on a scenic 3.5-hour car ride from Cusco to Palcoyo.
- Palcoyo Exploration: Immerse yourself in a 2-hours guided hike, discovering the captivating beauty of Palcoyo’s mountain landscapes and attractions.
- Return to Cusco: Relax during the 3.5-hours car ride back to Cusco, with an expected arrival time of around 4:30 pm.
- Cusipata Meal Stops: Enjoy a 1-hour breakfast and lunch stop at Cusipata town, savoring delicious cuisine in a charming local restaurant.
Tour Inclusions
Inclusions
Included
Palcoyo Day Hike Experience
- Exclusive Round-Trip Transportation: Enjoy the convenience of private, round-trip transportation in modern vehicles, ensuring a comfortable journey.
- Nutritious Breakfast: Begin your day with a delicious breakfast to fuel your adventure.
- Satisfying Buffet Lunch: Indulge in a delectable buffet lunch featuring a variety of local and international dishes.
- Bilingual Professional Guide: Experience the tour with a professional, bilingual guide fluent in both English and Spanish, providing valuable insights and information.
- Comfortable Walking Stick: Make use of a provided walking stick to enhance your hiking experience and ensure maximum comfort.
Not Included
- Personal gear
- Tips
- Palcoyo Mountain Entrance Tickets: 15 soles to pay at the gate of Palcoyo in cash
What to Pack
What to Pack
Recommended Attire and Items to Bring for the Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain Tour
What to Wear:
- Wool hat: Keep your head warm with a cozy wool hat.
- T-shirt: Wear a comfortable, moisture-wicking t-shirt as your base layer.
- Additional layer: Bring an insulating layer, such as a fleece or light down jacket, for added warmth.
- Long pants: Choose quick-drying hiking pants for optimal comfort.
- Sunglasses: Protect your eyes with UV-protective sunglasses.
- Gloves: Wear lightweight gloves to keep your hands warm.
- Small backpack: Carry a backpack to store essentials such as water, snacks, a camera, and other personal items.
What to Bring:
- 2 liters of water: Stay hydrated by bringing enough water (additional options to purchase water are available along the route).
- Snacks: Pack snacks such as apples, cereal bars, sweets, and chocolates for energy during your hike.
- Sun cream: Protect your skin with a high-SPF sunscreen.
- Rain jacket or poncho: Be prepared for unexpected weather with a lightweight, packable rain jacket or poncho.
Prices
Pricing
PALCOYO RAINBOW MOUNTAIN – GROUP SERVICE – SEASON 2023
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REGULAR PRICE: USD 29 dollars per person
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PROMO PRICE: USD 25 dollars per person
PROMO PRICE: Apply for people who already booked with us one of our tours to MACHU PICCHU, such INCA TRAIL SALKANTAY TREK, INCA JUNGLE TRAIL, MACHU PICCHU TOURS.
- Our price for the Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain are reasonable and are in line with the prices that are handled in the city of Cusco. If you book this tour online or directly at our office in Cusco, the price does not vary, we always keep the same price and the quality of the service we provide will always be the best.
PHOTO SOUVENIR:
Photographs are the best souvenirs you can take with you and there are many ways to get one, for example. In Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain, you will see many local people with their typical costumes who have llamas and alpacas in their arms and also have adult llamas and alpacas dressed in a peculiar way who will surely attract your attention. If you want to take pictures with the places of typical costumes with their llamas and alpacas they usually ask you for a tip of 5 soles in dollars like 3 as a minimum accepted
How to Book
How to Book with Machu Picchu Reservation
BOOKING PALCOYO RAINBOW MOUNTAIN
BOOKING ONLINE:
- Booking the PALCOYO RAINBOW MOUNTAIN tour is very easy, you can click on the yellow button that says BOOK ONLINE which will take you to a reservation platform where you can choose the DATE OF YOUR TRIP (we have daily availability) then it will ask you for general information which you have to fill them, then you can proceed with the payment of the tour, the payment you can make with any type of debit or credit card.
- Once you finish filling in the data and confirm the payment, you will receive an email confirming the tour and payment, then you will receive a personalized and detailed email about the tour that you keep in mind all the details of your trip to Rainbow Mountain.
- You can book until 7:00 pm one day before starting the tour.
- Booking Online has a fee of 2.9% covered by the customer
BOOKING AT THE OFFICE:
- If you like, you can come to our office in Cusco we are located in the Downtown – Portal Nuevo 270 Plaza Regocijo. One of our counters will explain the details of the tour and you get a map of the tour.
Payment method in the office
- You can pay in cash, we accept dollars, euros, and Peruvian soles.
- You can pay with any type of card but there is a fee of 3.9% covered by the customer
TO BOOK PALCOYO RAINBOW MOUNTAIN WE NEED THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION
- Full name
- Nationality
- WhatsApp number or Peruvian cellphone number
- Hotel name in Cusco
PAYMENT, CANCELLATION AND CHANGING POLICY
- If you cancel the tour 48 hours in advance, we will refund 100% of the amount you paid for the tour. To cancel the tour, you have to send an email to machupicchureservations@gmail.com
- If you cancel the tour 24 hours in advance, we will refund 50% of the amount you paid for the tour. To cancel the tour, you have to send an email to machupicchureservations@gmail.com
- Machu Picchu reservations may cancel the tour 24 hours before due to weather reasons, such as landslides, river floods or police situations, such as strikes that do not provide the security of the case; we will refund 100% of the amount paid for the tour.
- If you do not show up the tour at the agreed place and time, there is no refund.
- If you are already on tour and, perhaps for some reason, you cannot continue, there is no refund, but our guides will assist you to help you with any emergency that may arise.
- You can change the date of your tour within 24 hours without any penalty, you just have to send us a clear email with the new date you want to do the tour: Email us to: machupicchureservations@gmail.com
Gallery
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Faqs and Travel Guide
Frequently Asked Questions PALCOYO DAY HIKE EXPERINCE
FAQS Palcoyo Day Hike
How did Palcoyo originate?
The Palcoyo mountain range, as well as Vinicunca, (Rainbow Mountain), originate thanks to an impressive geological process where the strata of the earth are aligned creating layers of different colors with a surprising effect.
Near Palcoyo you can also find a mysterious forest of stones, where whimsical rock formations give shape to a geological labyrinth.
How difficult is the hike to Palcoyo?
The difficulty of the hike to the Cordillera de Colores de Palcoyo is moderate, and this makes it interesting for people who do not like to walk much or who do not have enough performance to do trekking.
Where can I stay?
The Cordillera de Colores Palcoyo is a new destination, so it is very difficult to find hotels or hostels, however, there are houses with lodging in the town center of Checacupe and you can also choose the option of staying overnight in Chuquicahuana.
Where to eat in Palcoyo Cusco?
You will find local restaurants that cater to tourists, in the district of Checacupe and enjoy the typical dishes of the area.
What is the best time of the year to visit Palcoyo?
The best season to go sightseeing and visit the Cordillera de Colores Palcoyo, is during the dry season, between the months of May to October, during this season the weather is pleasant and helps to observe more clearly the Cordillera de Palcoyo, thanks to the sunny days of the season, and thus, take fantastic pictures in this incredible place.
The red river of Palcoyo
Near the Cordillera de Colores de Palcoyo, there is a small tributary of water that during the rainy season increases its flow, carrying with it the reddish soil of the land where it is located. This river takes on the same coloration that has attracted the attention of many visitors.
Palcoyo or Vinicunca?
The effort and time required to reach Palcoyo is less than that needed to reach Vinicunca, and Vinicunca receives hundreds of tourists daily, so the scenic experience is less than that of visiting Palccoyo.
Undoubtedly, Vinicunca remains the biggest challenge for intrepid travelers eager to conquer this challenge, while Palcoyo is an excellent option for those who want a more accessible route.
Travel Guide
Why Choose Machupicchu Reservations
Why Choose Machupicchu Reservations
Expertise and Experience: Our team of knowledgeable and experienced professionals ensures that you receive accurate information, well-organized itineraries, and top-notch guidance throughout your trip.
Personalized Service: We tailor our tours to cater to each traveler’s unique preferences and requirements, ensuring a customized and memorable experience.
Quality and Safety: Our commitment to quality and safety guarantees an enjoyable and worry-free adventure. We collaborate with professional guides, reliable transportation services, and carefully selected accommodations to deliver the best possible experience.
Sustainable and Responsible Travel: Machu Picchu Reservations is dedicated to minimizing our environmental impact and supporting local communities. We promote eco-friendly practices and contribute to the well-being of the regions we explore.
Competitive Pricing: We offer a range of affordable packages and options, allowing you to experience the magic of Machu Picchu without breaking the bank.
Excellent Customer Support: Our friendly and responsive customer support team is available to assist you at every stage of your journey, from pre-trip planning to post-trip inquiries.
Choose Machu Picchu Reservations for a remarkable and hassle-free adventure, as we strive to make your dream trip to Machu Picchu an unforgettable reality.
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kellyyy1252024-11-275 Day Salkantay Trail - so much fun!! Had an amazing time on the 5 day Salkantay trail. Our guide Alexis (Nacho) was super knowledgeable, funny and engaging. He kept the vibe high and was always making sure everyone was doing okay. The accomodation was great and the food was delicious and plentiful. I would highly recommend this trip to anyone.
Getaway270192445662024-11-27Best tour and tour guide This trip was amazing. Our group was so friendly and our guide, Zucemo kept us safe and taught us so much local knowledge. The accommodation and food is great! The best value for money
Jason M2024-11-26Salkantay Trail hike with the best guide ever - Amoroso I recently completed the Salkantay Trail to Machu Picchu, and it was an unforgettable experience! Our guide, Amoroso, was absolutely fantastic—his knowledge, passion, and energy truly elevated the journey. He made sure everyone felt comfortable and motivated, sharing fascinating insights about the region’s history and culture along the way. The trail itself was challenging but breathtaking, with diverse landscapes that kept every day exciting. I highly recommend this tour and especially Amoroso if you're looking for an enriching and well-organized adventure.Would love to return someday!
Jessica C2024-11-26Wonderful Inka Trail Experience We did the 4 day Inka trail hike, and had the best time! Our guide Javier was very knowledgable about the Inka sites and history and supported the group throughout the hike. Javier answered all of our questions, kept us laughing and even taught us a little Quechua along the way! The Chef and team of porters, led by Antonio, were incredible and kept us very well looked after! The meals were delicious and there was plenty of food (special shoutout to Cristobal who always made sure our tea was hot and our water was cold!). We would recommend this company (and Javier!) to anyone interested in doing the Inka trail!
Agnieszka Potempa2024-11-26Salkantay fun! Im so glad i did this trek! The views were amazing and Omar (my tour guide) made it the BEST experince ever! He was so funny, motivating and knowledgable. Our team were great and we took soo many beautiful photos. Thank you Omar for looking after us. I will recommed this trek to EVERYBODY….yeahhh yeahh. #Michipichis
kerry_hulton2024-11-26Great experience Did the 5 day 4 night salkantay hike and it was really good. Omar was the best guide & definitely made the whole experience
Paulina W2024-11-25Incredible experience, definitely worth every step! We had a great time doing the 5 day Salkantay Trek. The nature is truly amazing.Our guide Alexis always looked out for us and combined interesting information with a lot of fun.Machu Picchu Reservation provides good organization and infrastructure (accomodation, food, transport) - great value for money. Doing the tour with this company is a great choice for everybody who wants to meet other (young) travelers and combine hiking with fun activities and sometimes a little party.
lucien i2024-11-24Lamas and colors Realy nice tour, Érick is a realy nice guide and there is lamas. The moutains are realy great. Full of colors. The guide was always happy, know a lot of things about the place so we can learn about Palcoyo and that’s so Nice
Oscar R2024-11-24Book now An incredible hike - words cannot do it justice, you will just have to do it. Our guide Alexis or Nacho - was hilarious and extremely knowledgeable, he was brilliant - book it just for him - and his mate Aurelio Escobar the zip line dude
Ella H2024-11-24Amazing trip! We had such an amazing trip with Alexis, he made it so interesting and fun. The days were packed full and so worth it, would defo reccomend!
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