Your Rainbow Mountain Palccoyo Tour 1 Day begins with an early morning pick-up from your hotel in Cusco. The drive takes you through picturesque Andean valleys, remote villages, and herds of alpacas grazing freely. After about two hours, you will stop for a traditional breakfast prepared by the local community, giving you a taste of authentic Andean hospitality.

From there, the journey continues to the Palccoyo trailhead, located at an altitude of approximately 4,900 meters. Unlike the longer hike to Vinicunca, Palccoyo only requires a short 45-minute walk along a gentle trail. As you walk, you will begin to see the vibrant stripes of the three different Rainbow Mountains, each one displaying unique shades of red, yellow, and green formed by mineral deposits over centuries.

One of the highlights of the visit is the fascinating Stone Forest of Palccoyo, a collection of towering rock formations that rise dramatically from the landscape. This area is often overlooked by travelers, but it offers some of the most unique photo opportunities in the region. Along the way, you’ll enjoy panoramic views of snow-capped peaks, including the sacred Ausangate Glacier, which dominates the horizon.

After taking plenty of time to explore and capture photographs, you will return to the starting point. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant before starting the journey back to Cusco. You’ll arrive in the city in the late afternoon, filled with memories of one of Peru’s most beautiful and less-traveled destinations.