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Tour Details: Palcoyo
Venture off the beaten path to explore Palcoyo, the hidden sister of the Rainbow Mountains.
Trek through awe-inspiring landscapes, where multi-colored rock formations and pristine vistas await.
Discover the lesser-known gem of the Andes in this captivating expedition.
| Departure Point | Pick up from your hotel |
| Departure Time | 5am |
| Return Time | 6pm |
| Duration | Full Day |
| Language | Spanish / English |
Itinerary: Palcoyo Tour
Early Morning, the minivan will pick you up from your accommodation in Cusco city
After picking up all the passengers, start two hours trip approximately to south of Cusco until Cusipata village where is located the restaurant to enjoy a delicious breakfast
After breakfast you will continue enjoing the trip, starting from Checacupe’s colonial bridge and the south american camelid hatchery located in the route. Arriving at this small and picturesque town we will have free time to use the toilets, buy hydrating drinks and snacks. . Then we will continue our trip for an additional 1 hour to the starting point of the walk, the community of Palcoyo (4200 meters above sea level).
The adventure begins with an imposing view of the Stone Forest and at the same time some colorful mountains that will indicate that we are already very close to the Cordillera de Colores. After an introduction from our guide, we will begin our walk. The ascent will be pleasant and will last approximately 30 minutes. During the journey we will observe a great variety of South American camelids and reaching the top we will be able to appreciate the Imposing Apu Ausangate (approx. 6380 m).
This place is also unique and magical since nature capriciously formed this landscape, it is there where we have the respective explanation of the place, then the offering ceremony to the Pachamama and of course free time for photographs, enjoying and exploring the Cordilleras de Colores and the Stone Forest.
After enjoying a quiet moment in contact with nature and the Apus (spirits of the Mountains) we will begin our return to the town of Cusipata where we will have lunch.
Later we will return to the city of Cusco, ending our tour at approximately 5pm o 6pm
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