Share this tour
Offered languages
- Portuguese
- English
- French
- Spanish
Travel from Cusco to Puno while exploring the breathtaking Pallay Punchu, a hidden gem in the Andes. This private tour offers a unique experience with a gentle walk to stunning views of the multicolored mountain and Langui-Layo lagoon. Enjoy a scenic journey across the Altiplano and make a cultural stop in the quaint town of Pucará. With a private guide and comfortable transport, this 11-hour adventure ensures a personal touch as you soak in the beauty of Peru's landscapes.
- Private pick-up from your hotel in Cusco for a hassle-free start
- Gentle 25-30 minute walk to the summit of Pallay Punchu
- Scenic overland route with cultural stop in Pucará
- Comfortable transportation with ample luggage space and oxygen tank included
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We offer private pickup from any hotel, Airbnb, or accommodation in Cusco. Departure is early in the morning to make the most of the day. Your private vehicle has full space for your luggage, which will remain secure during the trip. Please have your luggage ready in the lobby 10 minutes prior to pickup. At the end of the 11-hour journey, we will drop you off directly at your hotel or accommodation in Puno. Please provide your hotel names in both Cusco and Puno upon booking.
Itinerary
-
1Apu T'aqllo Pallay Puncho
Travelers will take a gentle, scenic 25- to 30-minute hike to reach the sharp, colorful ridge of Pallay Punchu, one of Cusco's newest and most dramatic rainbow mountains. At the summit (4,700 m / 15,420 ft), guests will enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of jagged multicolor peaks and the turquoise Langui-Layo Lake below. Unlike other crowded rainbow mountain sites, travelers will experience a peaceful, crowd-free environment with personalized historical and geological guidance.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included -
(Pass by)
From the summit and viewpoints of Pallay Punchu, travelers will admire sweeping views of this high-altitude glacial lake. The guide will explain the ecological importance of this natural reservoir, surrounded by traditional Andean grazing pastures, alpacas, and dramatic highland mountains.
Admission ticket free -
2Pucara
On the drive toward Puno across the Altiplano plateau, travelers will stop in the historic artisan town of Pucará. Guests will stretch their legs, enjoy local specialty coffee, and learn about the iconic "Toritos de Pucará"—handcrafted ceramic bulls symbolizing protection, prosperity, and fertility in Andean culture.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Tags
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
Your guide to the flawless travel experience
Popular Countries
Get our app
