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Pickup from your hotel takes place between 4:00 a.m. and 5:00 a.m. to travel along the Cusco - Puno route toward Cusipata and then Combapata.
After breakfast in Cusipata and the final drive, a short walk of 30 to 40 minutes leads to the main Palccoyo viewpoint. From there you can see three rainbow mountains, the red river and Ausangate, with the option of a short extra walk to the stone forest. The group then returns to Cusipata for lunch and heads back to Cusco around 5:00 p.m.
  • Pickup

    Between 4:00 a.m. and 5:00 a.m. approximately.

  • Hike

    Between 30 and 40 minutes to the main viewpoint.

  • Difficulty

    Lighter than Vinicunca.

  • Highlights

    Three rainbow mountains, red river, stone forest and Ausangate.

  • Meals

    Breakfast and buffet lunch included.

  • 1
    Step 1: Cusipata

    Breakfast before continuing toward Combapata.

  • 2
    Step 2: Main viewpoint

    Short walk to the main Palccoyo viewpoint.

  • 3
    Step 3: Palccoyo and stone forest

    View of the three rainbow mountains, the red river and the optional stone forest walk.

  • 4
    Step 4: Lunch and return

    Return to Cusipata for lunch and then back to Cusco.

  • Included

    Hotel pickup in the city center.

  • Included

    Professional guide in Spanish and English.

  • Included

    Tourist transportation and professional driver.

  • Included

    Tourist breakfast and lunch with vegetarian option.

  • Included

    First-aid kit, oxygen tank and entrance ticket.

  • Not included

    Services not mentioned, water, snacks and tips.

  • Passport or valid ID

    Bring your valid original ID for control points and check-ins.

  • Small backpack

    Ideal for a water bottle, snacks and personal items.

  • Extra cash

    Bring Peruvian soles for extra fees, souvenirs or optional services.

  • Hat, cap and sunglasses

    Protect yourself from strong sunlight during the route.

  • Sunscreen SPF 35+

    Apply sunscreen several times during the day.

  • Comfortable or trekking shoes

    Use comfortable sneakers or light hiking boots with good grip.

  • Light clothing and warm layers

    Combine light clothing with a warm extra layer for changing temperatures.

  • Waterproof jacket or poncho

    Recommended between October and March.

  • Camera and spare batteries

    Ideal for capturing the rainbow mountains and the stone forest.

Our clients

Travelers who joined the tour say

Ray Dickinson
Ray DickinsonCanada★★★★★

A very well organized experience, with clear guidance and enough time to enjoy every stop.

Leslie Alexander
Leslie AlexanderFrance★★★★★

The route felt authentic and comfortable. The team helped us with every detail before booking.

Brooklyn Simmons
Brooklyn SimmonsUSA★★★★★

Beautiful places, friendly attention and a smooth itinerary from start to finish.

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