• Cusco - The tour begins in Cusco, with an early morning pickup from your hotel, typically between 4:30 and 5:00 a.m., depending on your location. From there, enjoy a comfortable transfer via tourist transport through the South Valley, taking in the first Andean landscapes of the day: mountains, valleys, and traditional villages that showcase the region’s daily life. This journey offers a chance to relax and prepare for the adventure ahead in the Palccoyo Colored Mountains.
• Checacupe - During our stop in the charming village of Checacupe, indulge in a delicious breakfast buffet to energize before continuing the adventure to the Palccoyo Colored Mountains. This is an excellent opportunity to relax, admire the Andean landscapes surrounding the valley, and prepare for the hike. As you enjoy breakfast, our guide will share insights about the region, its history, and local culture, making the experience both gastronomic and educational.
• Palccoyo tour - After breakfast in Checacupe, we proceed to the Community of Palccoyo, the starting point for the hike to the Colored Mountains. Unlike Vinicunca, Palccoyo offers easier access and fewer crowds, perfect for enjoying the scenery peacefully. The walk, approximately 30 to 45 minutes, allows you to admire majestic Andean mountains, deep valleys, and bands of natural colors.

Upon arrival in Palccoyo, you will have time to take photos, absorb the landscape, and connect with the energy of this sacred place. Additionally, you can visit the nearby Stone Forest, an impressive geological formation resembling petrified trees, providing a unique and ideal setting for exploration and photography. Our guide will share information about local geology, history, and culture, ensuring the experience is educational, memorable, and fully immersive in the Peruvian Andes.

• Cusco - After visiting the Colored Mountains and the Stone Forest, we begin the descent to Checacupe, where a delightful buffet lunch awaits to help you relax and recharge. Following lunch, we embark on the return journey to Cusco by tourist transport, once again enjoying the Andean landscapes along the way. Arrival is expected in the afternoon, dropping you off near the Plaza de Armas, thus concluding this unforgettable experience that blends nature, culture, and adventure in the breathtaking Peruvian Andes. (Lunch and breakfast may be in Cusipata or Checacupe depending on availability), with arrival in Cusco at 4:30 pm.

• Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
• Trekking sticks
• Pick up from hotels in the historic center
• Tourist transport

• Other additional passenger expenses
• Entrance to the Mountain of Colors.

This Palccoyo Colored Mountains tour provides a distinctive adventure and nature experience, perfect for those desiring comfort and a well-organized journey. Unlike the traditional route to Vinicunca, Palccoyo offers easier access and fewer crowds, allowing for a more leisurely enjoyment of the scenery. Accompanied by a professional guide, participants will explore trails surrounded by stunning Andean mountains, valleys, and geological formations that display a breathtaking array of natural colors.

During the tour, there will be ample time to capture photographs, appreciate the grandeur of the mountains, and connect with the vibrant energy of the Andes. As a group tour, it includes professional guidance, customized breaks, and a meticulously organized itinerary that ensures a peaceful, comfortable, and unforgettable experience. This tour seamlessly blends nature, culture, and unique landscapes into a perfect day trip from Cusco.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.