
Palccoyo Rainbow Mountain Full Day Tour
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 1 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Palccoyo Rainbow Mountain Full Day Tour worth booking?
Palccoyo Rainbow Mountain Full Day Tour is a 11-hour experience in Cusco, Peru, from $39 per person. It scores 53 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 1 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 53 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (1)
- Duration
- 11 hours
- From
- $39 per person
Palccoyo, a hidden gem in Cusco, offers a less demanding alternative to the classic Rainbow Mountain. With its three colorful mountains featuring ocher, red, green, blue, and white stripes, along with a unique stone fore
What you get
- Breakfast
- English/Spanish speaking professional tour guide
- First-Aid equipment and oxygen bottle for emergencies
- Pick up from your Hotel
- Lunch buffet
- Roundtrip transportation
About this experience
Palccoyo, a hidden gem in Cusco, offers a less demanding alternative to the classic Rainbow Mountain. With its three colorful mountains featuring ocher, red, green, blue, and white stripes, along with a unique stone forest, Palccoyo provides stunning landscapes that can be easily explored with a gentle one-hour walk. This accessible trek allows visitors to experience the beauty of the region without the physical challenges of other hikes, making it an ideal choice for those looking to discover Cusco's natural wonders.
What's included
Included
- Breakfast
- English/Spanish speaking professional tour guide
- First-Aid equipment and oxygen bottle for emergencies
- Pick up from your Hotel
- Lunch buffet
- Roundtrip transportation
Not included
- Entrance fee (PEN 20.00 per person) must be paid at the attraction site.
- Entrance fees
What you'll see and do
- Pick up time from your hotel is from 4:30 to 5:00 am It takes 3 hours car ride from Cusco to Palcoyo. - We stop in Cusipata town for breakfast for 1 hour. - Before entering Palccoyo we will pay the entrance fee (20.00 PEN per person). - The time that you spend in Palcoyo is 2-hour hiking in the area of Palcoyo mountain to see all. - We stop in Cusipata town for lunch for 1 hour approximately. - The car ride back to Cusco takes around 3 hours You will be back in Cusco around 4:30 pm.
660 minutes here · Admission not included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Cusco
Go to Plaza Kusipata at 4:30 - 5:00 am and the transfer will be waiting to take you to the transportation, the transfer will be dressed with the logo of our company and will call by name of the travelers.
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Go to Plaza Kusipata at 4:30 - 5:00 am and the transfer will be waiting to take you to the transportation, the transfer will be dressed with the logo of our company and will call by name of the travelers.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Machu Picchu Expeditions
Know before you go
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The rest of the remaining hour of the tour will be used for the hike back to the starting point of the hike.
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Traveler reviews
1 verified traveler reviews for Palccoyo Rainbow Mountain Full Day Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Spectacular
It is many hours of travel, by roads in bad conditions, but then it is worth it, the walk and the views ...
via Viator (translated)
Good to know
- Duration
- 11 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- 18+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 53
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Palccoyo Rainbow Mountain Full Day Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Cusco.
How much does Palccoyo Rainbow Mountain Full Day Tour cost?
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Prices start at $39 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Cusco usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Palccoyo Rainbow Mountain Full Day Tour take?
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Plan for about 11 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Cusco is not rushed.
Is Palccoyo Rainbow Mountain Full Day Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 53 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 1 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable outdoors in Cusco, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Palccoyo Rainbow Mountain Full Day Tour?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Palccoyo Rainbow Mountain Full Day Tour suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 18. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 11-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Palccoyo Rainbow Mountain Full Day Tour?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Cusco can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Cusco and add a light layer if any part of the 11-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Palccoyo Rainbow Mountain Full Day Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Cusco within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Cusco?
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On Outty we rank every Cusco experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Sacred Valley Full Day Tour, Peruvian Cooking Class Cocktails and Market Tour in Cusco, Cusco: Rainbow Mountain & Red Valley Premium Day Trip with Meals. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Cusco?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Cusco?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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