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Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain with Coca Ceremony Private Tour
4.9(27)Cusco10 hours
VIATOR5.0(1)TRIPADVISOR4.9(26)
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At a glance
Duration
10 hours
Price from
$130 / person
Location
Cusco, Peru
Rating
4.9 / 5 · 27 reviews
Languages
EN, ES
Group
Private
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Hotel pickup
Available
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Chullos Travel Peru
Description
Fewer crowds and an easier hike make Palccoyo Rainbow Mountain an obvious alternative to the more popular Vinicuna Rainbow Mountain, without sacrificing any of the views. This private tour takes you directly from your Cusco hotel to the mountain, where you take a 45-minute hike to a stunning viewpoint over the famous multicolor range. Stop to enjoy lunch and see an Inca ruin on the return trip. Palccoyo Rainbow Mountain tour from Cusco The private tour offers a more personalized experience. Buffet lunch included All transportation included with hotel pickup and drop-off.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Start times
8 times a day, 3:00 AM–9:00 AM
Next available
Tue, Oct 13
Adult (ages 18–60)
$130
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 12.
Tour Options
Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain with Coca Ceremony Private Tour
Pickup included
Itinerary
Admission not included600 min
We will pick you up from your hotel in Cusco at 5:30 a.m. The trip to Palccoyo takes approximately 3 hours and 30 minutes to our first stop in Combapata for breakfast. Upon reaching the Palccoyo Pass, we will hike uphill for approximately 50 minutes. Here, you will participate in a coca leaf ritual, meant to connect with Mother Earth and engage in dialogue. You will experience spectacular panoramic views of the three peaks of Palccoyo's Rainbow Mountain, as well as the highest mountain in the Cusco region (Ausangate). We will spend approximately one hour enjoying the breathtaking view. Then, we will return to our transportation to head to Checacupe, where we will visit its impressive colonial bridge (here we will spend 30 minutes exploring the area). Afterward, we will have time to enjoy a delicious lunch prepared by the locals. We will then take our private transportation back to Cusco (approximately a 3-hour drive). We will be back in Cusco around 5:00 p.m.
What's included
Included
walk sticks & oxygen assistance
Pick up from the Hotel city center
Lunch
Air-conditioned vehicle
Breakfast
Professional tour guide (ENG/ESP)
Not included
horses rent
Meals not mentioned
ENTRANCE
Entrances
Pickup Locations & Times
Pick up from the hotel in the city center.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.9
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How it compares in Cusco
Starting price $130 is 59% above the typical $82 for tours of similar length in Cusco
Excurgo comparison of 4,449 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
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
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain with Coca Ceremony Private Tour take?
Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain with Coca Ceremony Private Tour lasts about 10 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain with Coca Ceremony Private Tour cost?
Prices start at $130 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.
What days does Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain with Coca Ceremony Private Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 8 departures a day between 3:00 AM and 9:00 AM.
Can I cancel Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain with Coca Ceremony Private Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Pick up from the hotel in the city center. Pickup points include Del Prado Inn, Emilia Hotel.
What languages is Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain with Coca Ceremony Private Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain with Coca Ceremony Private Tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 27 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Chullos Travel Peru.
Reviews(27)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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tasslee57
August 29, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Visiting Rainbow Mountain is MUST.
Tito was our guide today (30.8.2026) for our tour to Rainbow Mountain. A very cheerful and helpful guide and he gave us a history of Rainbow Mountain. He explained to us each color on the mountain. He helped us to take photos and then helped us to built a rock mountain. It is belief that the higher you construct it the better. It represents good energy if it down fall. Well ours was intact. I would recommend any interested traveler who will be visiting soon to use this company and the guide TITO.
Operator response
Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a detailed review! We’re delighted to hear that you had such a great experience visiting Rainbow Mountain with Tito. It’s wonderful to know that you enjoyed his explanations about the history and colors of the mountain, as well as his help with photos and the rock-building tradition.
We’ll definitely share your kind words with Tito. We’re especially happy to hear that your rock mountain remained intact and that it brought good energy to your experience. Thank you for recommending Chullos Travel and Tito to other travelers. We hope to welcome you again for another memorable adventure in Cusco!
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alexislenab
July 24, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Can't go wrong with Chullos!
Me (60s female) and my daughter (30 year-old) booked the private tour, Excursión to Rainbow Mountain Palcoyo, and had Wilfred and Cirilo for the day. They made us feel welcome, safe, informed and attended to all our needs. If you can do the private tour, that’s the way to go as it allows you to leave later and miss some of the crowds. We ate breakfast at our hotel and chose a 9am pickup so we didn’t have to waste time on stopping for breakfast. Stunning tour with spectacular views of mountains and the ‘rock forest’, a challenging but doable hike, and totally worth the drive there. After the mountains, we enjoyed a hearty and delicious traditional Peruvian meal that completed our day. Once fully sated, we were ready for the trip back. Best way to go esp if you have a small group or want the mountains uninterrupted. What a great day!
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adrianacarlabridi
July 18, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Excellent
The guide Tito is excellent and very attentive. Driver Júlio great professional. Unforgettable and unique experience.
Operator response
Nos alegra enormemente saber que viviste una experiencia inolvidable y única. Es un placer saber que Tito brindó un servicio excelente y muy atento durante todo el recorrido, y que Julio, con su profesionalismo al volante, contribuyó a que el viaje fuera seguro y cómodo.
Agradecemos mucho tu confianza y tus amables palabras. ¡Esperamos tener el placer de acompañarte nuevamente en otra aventura por el Perú!
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iita0
January 17, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Positive attitude saves even the rainy Rainbown mountains
Pickup was really good for my side but some of the pickups were bit random and driving around same squere multiple times is perhaps not that efficient. But beside logistical challenges (traffic jams are known in Cusco) the trip was what i was looking for. I was before a bit worried how can i survive the high altitude but manage to do it. As a guide Alex was a pro and could answer the questions asked. To his best side, he did try to keep the spirit up and positive when water /snow and wind was trying to do their best to run us down. Luckily sun shone when we did trip to Inca bridge. He never lost temper thou we had bit of hickup after breakfast with our youngest participant mixed together with hard turns on the road.Over all well done with some challenges.
Things that could improve is timekeeping and how to keep group aware of them.
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belfagor213
January 17, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Splendid day
Apart from the (unpredictable) weather, a wonderful day with Alex, our guide. Ready and attentive to all our needs. Definitely 5 stars.
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N2038HNandreab
January 17, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Un dia en Palcoyo
Beautiful experience in Palcoyo. The guides Alex and Arnaldo are two super helpful and knowledgeable people. Highly recommended
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evelynes800
October 3, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Great place to go to, but not with this company.
The view was wonderful and the trip was really worth doing. But the tour was not great. First they tried to make us go earlier. We had booked this trip precisely because it had later pick up times than other tours. We chose the latest which was 8 am. We were then told that since we were going at this time, the tour would not include breakfast. This is depsite it being included on their confirmation ticket. I had to argue about this with their office. Eventually they agreed it would be included. On the day, it wasn't. So they broke the terms of their contract. The girl in the office (Yamile) was very rude.
The driver drove very badly as if he was in a hurry to deliver something. We felt like packages. We never had a guide that provided virtually no information on a tour as this one did. We also felt as we were being hurried and would have preferred to spend more time at the top. The lunch provided was very disappointing for such an expensive tour.
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Departure59237902031
September 17, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Beautiful landscape
Incredible experience beautiful landscapes and Wilfredo very attentive to everything accompanied us very well. I definitely recommend it. We arrived first and could enjoy without people just.
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piasophied2025
September 17, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Super trip to Palcoyo
The whole trip was great! We were a small group of 6 people with the guide Wilfredo. He took a lot of time and took a lot of pictures of us.
The car was modern and the food (breakfast and lunch) was super delicious.
We can really recommend the trip! 😊 Thanks!
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U9975XJsaral
September 17, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Wonderful.
It has been an incredible experience, beautiful landscapes and very well accompanied by the guide Wilfredo who got involved long and always pending, without doubt we recommend it.
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