Palccoyo Mountain Tour Full Day
In the Palccoyo Mountain Tour, you will enjoy an unforgettable experience, witnessing natural attractions along the way such as the Red River, Stone Forest, and the animals that inhabit the area, including large herds of alpacas. At the summit, you’ll be able to appreciate our main attraction, the three colorful mountains of Palccoyo, offering a splendid 360° view of the colorful mountains, snow-capped peaks, and the Andean sky.
You’ll experience an incredible sense of tranquility and serenity, with a distant view of the Ausangate mountain range in the background. This tour doesn’t require strenuous hikes, making it the perfect option for those who wish to walk a little and visit a less crowded destination.
Overview
PALCCOYO MOUNTAIN TOUR
DURATION: 1 DAY (approximately 12 to 13 hours).
AVAILABILITY: Every day (advance reservation required).
- DEPARTURE TIME: 04:00 HRS.
- RETURN TIME: 18:30 HRS.
ATTRACTIONS TO VISIT:
- PALCCOYO MOUNTAIN
Itinerary
ITINERARY:
Early in the morning, we will pick you up from your hotel in Cusco at 04:00 AM. Then, we will head towards the southern valley of Cusco in our tourist transport, along with our guide and the rest of the excursion group. The journey will take approximately 3 hours, until we arrive in the town of Cusipata, where a pleasant breakfast awaits us.
After breakfast, we will continue our journey to the town of Pitumarca. Accompanied by our guide, we will begin a light 45-minute walk. During the hike, we will be able to enjoy the scenic beauty of the area. From the summit of Palccoyo Mountain, you will be rewarded with stunning panoramic views of the surroundings. You will have the opportunity to take memorable photos of the colorful landscapes, breathe in the fresh air of the highlands, admire the Ausangate snow-capped peak, the stone forest, and not to be missed, the Red Valley. We will also see the flora and fauna of the area, including herds of alpacas and llamas along the way.
After our walk, we will arrive at our destination, Palccoyo, where our guide will provide the corresponding explanation about the place. You will have time to contemplate the beautiful scenery of the three mountains and enjoy the majesty of the natural colors. You will have time to take photos and relax. Once we finish exploring, we will return to the tourist transport to head back to the town of Cusipata, where a delicious buffet lunch awaits us.
Finally, we will return to the city of Cusco in our transport, finishing the tour near the Plaza de Armas. The estimated arrival time is around 17:30 PM.
End of services.
Included
INCLUDES:
- Pick up from the hotel.
- Tourist transport.
- Professional English and Spanish guide.
- Semi-buffet breakfast and lunch.
- First aid kit.
- Oxygen tanks for any emergency while hiking at high altitude.
Not Included
NOT INCLUDED:
- Tips, snacks, extra food and services not mentioned in inclusions.
- Entrance to all tourist attractions: Palccoyo Mountain S/25.00 soles per person (It is important to bring cash in soles to purchase entrance tickets).
What To Bring
WHAT TO BRING:
- WARM CLOTHES: Mornings are cold and windy, while afternoons are dry and sunny.
- RAINCOAT (long poncho): in the rainy season.
- EXTRA MONEY IN SOLES: For personal expenses such as snacks, water or souvenirs.
- WOOL GLOVES: Important to protect yourself from the cold, especially when taking photos or enjoying the place.
- COMFORTABLE TREKKING SHOES: That provides good support during the hike.
- HAT OR CAP: To protect yourself from the sun.
- SUNGLASSES: To protect your eyes.
- SUNSCREEN: Important for sunny afternoons.
- WATER OR REHYDRATING DRINKS: To stay hydrated during the hike.
- ADDITIONAL SNACKS: Bring nuts, chocolate bars or cookies for energy.
Prices
COST OF THE TOUR IN SHARED/GROUP SERVICE (COST PER PERSON):
TYPE OF TOURIST | TOUR COST |
ADULT | USD 35.00 |
STUDENT
(under 17 years old) |
USD 30.00 |
CHILD
(under 11 years old) |
USD 30.00 |
PRIVATE TOUR COST (TOTAL COST PER GROUP):
NOTE: PRIVATE TOURS DO NOT INCLUDE LUNCH
(Available upon request at an additional cost of USD 12.00 per person)
FROM 1 TO 6 PEOPLE | FROM 7 TO 18 PEOPLE |
USD 290.00 | USD 350.00 |
PRE-TOUR INFORMATION:
One day before the excursion, our team will contact you via WhatsApp to provide recommendations and final details.
For more details or any additional inquiries, you can write to us at libertyperutravel@gmail.com or contact us directly via WhatsApp: +51 980 806 947 (Operations Area) / +51 908 851 331 (Reservations Area). We’re here to make your experience unforgettable!
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