Awesome, worth all the way, Guillermo as our tour guide was great care!





Discover the peaceful beauty of Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain on a relaxed scenic adventure designed for comfort without sacrificing breathtaking views. Unlike the demanding hikes to Vinicunca, this experience offers a short, accessible walk—perfect for travelers of all ages who want to enjoy the Andes without strenuous trekking. Your journey begins with a scenic drive through the South Valley of Cusco, passing traditional villages, llamas, alpacas, and stunning highland landscapes. Enjoy a delicious buffet breakfast before continuing to Palcoyo, where your professional bilingual guide shares insights about local culture and geography. At the viewpoint, admire three colorful mountains and the majestic Ausangate Glacier—an unforgettable setting for amazing photos without large crowds. After exploring at a relaxed pace, savor a fresh buffet lunch before a comfortable return to Cusco. Book now and experience the Andes with comfort, safety, and personalized service.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 20.
The Palcoyo Tour offers a comfortable and scenic journey through the South Valley of Cusco. After enjoying a buffet breakfast in a local restaurant, we continue into the Andes where you can admire traditional villages, llamas, and alpacas along the way. The hike to Palcoyo is easy and suitable for all ages, making it ideal for any traveler. With the support of our professional bilingual guide and trekking poles included, you will enjoy a relaxed walk surrounded by breathtaking landscapes. At the summit, you will experience the colorful Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain with stunning views of the Ausangate glacier—perfect for unforgettable photos. After exploring, we return to the village for a fresh buffet lunch before heading back to Cusco. This tour offers comfort, safety, and personalized service for a peaceful adventure in the heart of the Andes.
Checacupe, located just two hours from Cusco in the province of Canchis, is a hidden historical gem where Inca, Colonial, and Republican eras come together. This charming Andean town is best known for its three adjacent bridges—each representing a different period in Peru’s history—spanning the Vilcanota River and creating a truly unique landscape. Among its highlights is the impressive colonial stone bridge, built with lime and stone and still in use today. Another must-see is the 17th-century Church of the Immaculate Conception, often called the “Sistine Chapel of America” for its remarkable murals and religious artwork. Checacupe is an authentic cultural stop along the route to Rainbow Mountain, perfect for travelers looking to enrich their journey with living history, traditional architecture, and meaningful encounters with local communities dedicated to alpaca fiber craftsmanship.
Durante el proceso de compra, podrás seleccionar de la lista de puntos de recogida incluidos.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain Tour in group lasts about 14 hours. The itinerary has 2 stops.
Prices start at $40 per person for this Cusco experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day.
Children aged 11–12 pay from $40, adults from $40.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Yes, pickup is offered. Durante el proceso de compra, podrás seleccionar de la lista de puntos de recogida incluidos. Pickup points include Hotel Inka Lam - Cusco.
The experience is available in EN, ES.
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 54 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Arnold Expeditions Peru.
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Awesome, worth all the way, Guillermo as our tour guide was great care!
Guillermo is an excellent guide. Knowledgeable about the subject of trekking to the mountains, professional of 1 level, attentive in providing the best possible experience and committed to the safety of tourists. 5 🌟
Our experiences with Guillermo was very nice and fun! He was entertaining and informed us of everything we needed to know about this experience. I enjoyed it quite a bit; the food was also very good—both breakfast and lunch. I highly recommend it.
Very nice experience. The guide was excellent, professional and caring.
Unforgettable experience. Thank you Guilhermo for all help and support. I'll be back.
I really liked it! It was not difficult, you feel the height but carrying good pace and breathing all right. Ronald the most! Really what super friendly and set aside some great photos:)
Very complete and well organized tour. Thanks to our guide Ronald for joining us and being attentive to the group at all times (in addition to making the best photos lol) highly recommended!!
One of the most beautiful landscapes I've ever seen. It's an exhausting journey but it's worth it! Ronald the guide was excellent, very friendly, attentive and concerned about the condition of all the members of the group.
We had a wonderful day, Ronaldo was everything we can expect from a guide: interesting, took care of everyone in the group paying attention to his reaction to altitude. The driver was perfect considering we had a drive of few hours.
We had a great tour with our guide Ronald, he was very nice and attentive. He was watching out for every member of the group and supplying medicine against altitude sickness if needed Can definitely recommend :)
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain Tour in group | 14 hours | 4.9 (54) | $40 | |
Small Group Full-day Rainbow Mountains of Palcoyo Trek from Cusco | 12 hours | 5.0 (4) | $89 | View |
Private Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain Full Day | 12 hours | 5.0 (4) | $142 | View |
Rainbow Mountain Beat-the-Crowd, Small Group - 8:00 AM Departure | 11–12 hours | 4.9 (945) | $89 | View |
Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain Day Trip from Cusco Short Hike and Lunch | 13 hours | — | $45 | View |
Private Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain & Alpaca Walk Experience | 10–11 hours | 5.0 (6) | $130 | View |
Excursion to Palcoyo Mountain Group Service | 10 hours | 5.0 (3) | $43 | View |