Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain with Coca Ceremony Private Tour
Traveler rating
4.9/5
Based on 27 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain with Coca Ceremony Private Tour worth booking?
Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain with Coca Ceremony Private Tour is a 10-hour experience in Cusco, Peru, from $85 per person. It scores 71 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 27 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 71 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (27)
- Duration
- 10 hours
- From
- $85 per person
Fewer crowds and an easier hike make Palccoyo Rainbow Mountain an obvious alternative to the more popular Vinicuna Rainbow Mountain, without sacrificing any of the views. This private tour takes you directly from your Cu
What you get
- walk sticks & oxygen assistance
- Pick up from the Hotel city center
- Lunch
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Breakfast
- Professional tour guide (ENG/ESP)
About this experience
Fewer crowds and an easier hike make Palccoyo Rainbow Mountain an obvious alternative to the more popular Vinicuna Rainbow Mountain, without sacrificing any of the views. This private tour takes you directly from your Cusco hotel to the mountain, where you take a 45-minute hike to a stunning viewpoint over the famous multicolor range. Stop to enjoy lunch and see an Inca ruin on the return trip. Palccoyo Rainbow Mountain tour from Cusco The private tour offers a more personalized experience. Buffet lunch included All transportation included with hotel pickup and drop-off.
What's included
Included
- walk sticks & oxygen assistance
- Pick up from the Hotel city center
- Lunch
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Breakfast
- Professional tour guide (ENG/ESP)
Not included
- horses rent
- Meals not mentioned
- ENTRANCE
- Entrances
What you'll see and do
We will pick you up from your hotel in Cusco at 5:30 a.m. The trip to Palccoyo takes approximately 3 hours and 30 minutes to our first stop in Combapata for breakfast. Upon reaching the Palccoyo Pass, we will hike uphill for approximately 50 minutes. Here, you will participate in a coca leaf ritual, meant to connect with Mother Earth and engage in dialogue. You will experience spectacular panoramic views of the three peaks of Palccoyo's Rainbow Mountain, as well as the highest mountain in the Cusco region (Ausangate). We will spend approximately one hour enjoying the breathtaking view. Then, we will return to our transportation to head to Checacupe, where we will visit its impressive colonial bridge (here we will spend 30 minutes exploring the area). Afterward, we will have time to enjoy a delicious lunch prepared by the locals. We will then take our private transportation back to Cusco (approximately a 3-hour drive). We will be back in Cusco around 5:00 p.m.
600 minutes here · Admission not included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 10 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Chullos Travel Peru
Know before you go
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 27 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
9 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Photo opportunities
6 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Food and drink
4 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Physical effort
3 mentionsExpect real walking or climbing: reviewers mention the effort involved.
Value for money
2 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Traveler reviews
27 verified traveler reviews for Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain with Coca Ceremony Private Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Visiting Rainbow Mountain is MUST.
Tito was our guide today (30.8.2026) for our tour to Rainbow Mountain. A very cheerful and helpful guide and he gave us a history of Rainbow Mountain. He explained to us each color on the mountain. He helped us to take photos and then helped us to built a rock mountain. It is belief that the higher you construct it the better. It represents good energy if it down fall. Well ours was intact. I would recommend any interested traveler who will be visiting soon to use this company and the guide TITO.
via Tripadvisor
Can't go wrong with Chullos!
Me (60s female) and my daughter (30 year-old) booked the private tour, Excursión to Rainbow Mountain Palcoyo, and had Wilfred and Cirilo for the day. They made us feel welcome, safe, informed and attended to all our needs. If you can do the private tour, that’s the way to go as it allows you to leave later and miss some of the crowds. We ate breakfast at our hotel and chose a 9am pickup so we didn’t have to waste time on stopping for breakfast. Stunning tour with spectacular views of mountains and the ‘rock forest’, a challenging but doable hike, and totally worth the drive there. After the mountains, we enjoyed a hearty and delicious traditional Peruvian meal that completed our day. Once fully sated, we were ready for the trip back. Best way to go esp if you have a small group or want the mountains uninterrupted. What a great day!
via Tripadvisor
Positive attitude saves even the rainy Rainbown mountains
Pickup was really good for my side but some of the pickups were bit random and driving around same squere multiple times is perhaps not that efficient. But beside logistical challenges (traffic jams are known in Cusco) the trip was what i was looking for. I was before a bit worried how can i survive the high altitude but manage to do it. As a guide Alex was a pro and could answer the questions asked. To his best side, he did try to keep the spirit up and positive when water /snow and wind was trying to do their best to run us down. Luckily sun shone when we did trip to Inca bridge. He never lost temper thou we had bit of hickup after breakfast with our youngest participant mixed together with hard turns on the road.Over all well done with some challenges. Things that could improve is timekeeping and how to keep group aware of them.
via Tripadvisor
Great place to go to, but not with this company.
The view was wonderful and the trip was really worth doing. But the tour was not great. First they tried to make us go earlier. We had booked this trip precisely because it had later pick up times than other tours. We chose the latest which was 8 am. We were then told that since we were going at this time, the tour would not include breakfast. This is depsite it being included on their confirmation ticket. I had to argue about this with their office. Eventually they agreed it would be included. On the day, it wasn't. So they broke the terms of their contract. The girl in the office (Yamile) was very rude. The driver drove very badly as if he was in a hurry to deliver something. We felt like packages. We never had a guide that provided virtually no information on a tour as this one did. We also felt as we were being hurried and would have preferred to spend more time at the top. The lunch provided was very disappointing for such an expensive tour.
via Tripadvisor
Must do tour…
Stunning tour with spectacular views of mountains and the ‘rock forest’, a challenging but doable hike, and totally worth the drive there. Drive and tour guide (Wilfred and Cirilo from Chullos Travel Peru who made us feel welcome, safe, informed and attended to all our needs) were excellent and if you can do the private tour, that’s the way to go. We ate breakfast at our hotel and chose the 9am pickup so we didn’t have to waste time on stopping for breakfast. By the time we arrived, all but one small group had already left so we had the mountains all to ourselves and it was wonderful! After the mountains, we enjoyed a hearty and delicious traditional Peruvian meal that completed our day. Once fully sated, we were ready for the trip back. Best way to go esp if you have a small group or want the mountains uninterrupted. What a great day!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 10 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 18+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $85 to $130
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 9
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Who runs this experience
Operated by Chullos Travel Peru, who run 20 experiences we rank across 5 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 65.7 and 2 in the 90+ Club.
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Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain with Coca Ceremony Private Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Cusco.
How much does Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain with Coca Ceremony Private Tour cost?
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Prices start at $85 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 Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain with Coca Ceremony Private Tour take?
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Plan for about 10 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 Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain with Coca Ceremony Private Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 71 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 27 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Cusco, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain with Coca Ceremony Private Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain with Coca Ceremony Private 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 10-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain with Coca Ceremony Private Tour?
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Around 9 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 10-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain with Coca Ceremony Private 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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