Discover the new natural wonder hidden in the heart of the Andes of Cusco, Peru. With our 1 Day Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain Tour, discover 3 amazing 7-color mountains and dazzling landscapes of the Andes. On the way, make a brief stop in the picturesque village of Checacupe to visit and admire the 15th century Inca suspension bridge and the 17th century colonial bridge. They are amazing architectural legacies that hold a rich millenary history. See also the daily life of the local communities and the high Andean fauna in its natural habitat: alpacas, llamas, birds and others.
This excursion is recommended for travelers who cannot walk at high altitude, families traveling with children and adults.
This excursion begins and ends in the city of Cusco, at 4:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Hotels in the historic center
04:00 – 04:30 am
Get ready to explore the new and impressive touristic circuit in Cusco!
The professional guide and tour mobility assigned by Machupicchu Andes Tours will pick you up at your hotel in Cusco at 4:00 – 4:30am (depending on the location of your hotel). Then you will make a 1.40 hour drive to the village of Cusipata, where you will have a brief stop to enjoy your buffet breakfast carefully prepared with local ingredients. Here you will also be able to use the restrooms. Next, take a 20-minute drive to the village of Checacupe and visit the legendary bridges that were built at different times. Admire the history and architectural legacy of 2 different cultures that, even after hundreds of years, are still in perfect condition.
After appreciating the masterpieces, continue your journey for another 1.30 hours to the 7-color mountain of Palccoyo. On this route you will see hundreds of South American camelids and the locals in their daily activity. From the bus parking, walk for 40 minutes to the viewpoint of the 3 mountains of 7 colors and enjoy unique and incredible panoramic views. If you are in good physical condition, ascend to the highest point (4,900masl), where you will see a kind of stone forest. From there you will also enjoy breathtaking panoramic views.
After all this, take your tourist mobility to return to the town of Cusipata and enjoy the exquisite Peruvian food. After a rewarding rest, continue your journey back to Cusco. Arrival in Cusco at approximately 5:30 to 6:00pm.
