Full Day Group Tour to Pallay Punchu Rainbow Mountain
Description
For those looking for a less-crowded rainbow mountain than ever-popular Vinicunca, this day trip from Cusco to Pallay Poncho fits the bill. Depart the city early and head to the charming town of Layo to start your hike to the summit of the mountain. From the top, enjoy stunning views of the mountain’s colorful striations and the Layo Lagoon. Your tour includes breakfast, lunch, round-trip transfers from Cusco, and a private guide. • Head off the typical tourist trail to visit less-crowded Pallay Poncho • This hiking tour is great for active and outdoorsy travelers • A delicious breakfast and traditional lunch are included • A private tour means a more personalized experience
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Itinerary
Early in the morning, our private transportation will pick you up at the door of your hotel to start a wonderful adventure.
You will travel for approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes until we reach the city of Sicuani where you will have a delicious breakfast.
We will start our day exploring the road to Arequipa and, after a detour, we will immerse ourselves in the charming town of Layo, which overlooks the impressive Laguna de Layo. After a few extra minutes in our vehicle, we'll venture out for a brisk hike. We will get off our transportation to begin an exciting uphill walk, with an estimated duration of between 1 hour and 30 minutes and 2 hours. Upon reaching the top of Pallay Punchu mountain, we will enjoy ample time to capture stunning photographs and relax. Later, we will begin our return to Cusco. During the journey, we will marvel at panoramic views of the Layo lagoon and make a stop in Sicuani to enjoy an exquisite lunch. We will conclude our day by returning to the city of Cusco. Our shuttle service will take you directly to your hotel, anticipating your arrival around 8:00 p.m.
Finally, we will go to the city of Cusco, our transport will take you to your hotel.
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What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We will pick you up at your hotel in the historic center of Cusco. Please note: This service does not include pick up from private residences, for example; Airbnb or hotels that are outside the historic center. Find the nearest hotel from the list.
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Important Information
- 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
Reviews(2)
I skipped Vinicunca for Pallay Punchu and I don't regret it! The mountain and the view are INCREDIBLE. There are really fewer people, which completely changes the experience. We also had the chance to get very close to a herd of alpacas. Richy was super nice and professional. Communication with the agency for all the logistics was also excellent. The road is long, but it is really worth it! A big thank you to the driver Alex, who drove all day. I recommend this experience without hesitation!
Pallay Punchu Mountain is truly amazing, it and all the nature around it. We went in a very small group, 6 in total, and we were alone. Trekking is quite simple despite the height. The only thing to note is that it is a very long drive from Cusco. We also loved it and highly recommend it!
