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This Palccoyo Colored Mountains tour offers a unique adventure and nature experience, ideal for those seeking comfort and an organized experience. Unlike the classic route to Vinicunca, Palccoyo is characterized by easier access and fewer crowds, allowing you to enjoy the scenery at your own pace. With a professional guide, you will travel trails surrounded by impressive Andean mountains, valleys and geological formations that present a spectacular range of natural colors.
During the visit, you will have enough time to take pictures, admire the majesty of the mountains and connect with the energy of the Andes. Being a group tour, you will enjoy professional assistance, tailored breaks and a well-organized tour that guarantees a quiet, comfortable and memorable experience. This tour combines nature, culture and unique landscapes in a perfect day from Cusco.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
travelers will be picked up 30 minutes before departure, times vary according to hotel location, the transfer will ask for the name of the main traveler.
Itinerary
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Cusco (Pass by)
The tour starts in Cusco, where we will pick you up from your hotel early in the morning, approximately between 4:30 and 5:00 a.m., depending on the location of your accommodation. From there, we will start a comfortable transfer by tourist transport through the South Valley, enjoying the first Andean landscapes of the day: mountains, valleys and traditional villages that reflect the daily life of the region. This journey will allow you to relax and prepare for the adventure that awaits us in the Palccoyo Colored Mountains
Admission ticket free -
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During our stop in the charming village of Checacupe, we will enjoy a delicious breakfast buffet to recharge before continuing the adventure to the Palccoyo Colored Mountains. This is a good time to relax, admire the Andean landscapes surrounding the valley and prepare for the hike. As we sample breakfast, our guide will share information about the region, its history and local culture, making the experience both gastronomic and educational.
40 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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After breakfast at Checacupe, we continue our journey to the Community of Palccoyo, starting point of the hike to the Colored Mountains. Unlike Vinicunca, Palccoyo offers easier access and fewer crowds, ideal for enjoying the scenery with tranquility. The walk, approximately 30 to 45 minutes, allows you to admire majestic Andean mountains, deep valleys and strips of natural colors. When you arrive in Palccoyo, you will have time to take pictures, take in the landscape and connect with the energy of this sacred place. In addition, you can visit the nearby Stone Forest, an impressive geological formation resembling petrified trees, offering a unique and perfect setting to explore and photograph. Our guide will share information about local geology, history and culture, ensuring the experience is educational, memorable and completely immersive in the Peruvian Andes.
11 hours • Admission ticket not included -
Cusco (Pass by)
At the end of the visit to the Colored Mountains and the Stone Forest, we begin the descent to Czechocupe, where we will enjoy a delicious buffet lunch to relax and recharge. After lunch, we set out on the journey back to Cusco by tourist transport, again enjoying the Andean landscapes along the way. Arrival is scheduled in the afternoon, leaving you near the Plaza de Armas, thus concluding this unforgettable experience that combines nature, culture and adventure in the stunning Peruvian Andes. (lunch and breakfast can be in Cusipata or Czechocupe depending on availability), arrival in Cusco 4 : 30 pm
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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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.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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