Palccoyo and 4 Lakes Full Day Tour

5:00 – 5:30 AMHotel Pickup & Departure

We collect you from your Cusco hotel and begin our journey through the scenic southern valley, passing traditional Andean villages and eucalyptus forests.

30 minutes

7:30 AMTraditional Breakfast in Cusipata

Enjoy a hearty Andean breakfast to fuel your adventure, featuring local ingredients and traditional flavors.

45 minutes

8:30 AMHistoric Checacupe Bridge

Photo stop at the colonial and Inca bridges of Checacupe, showcasing the blend of ancient and Spanish architecture.

20 minutes

10:30 AMArrival at Palccoyo Trailhead

Reach the starting point after a scenic drive through Combapata village. Begin the gentle hike to the rainbow mountains.

1 hour drive to trailhead

11:00 AMPalccoyo Rainbow Mountain Trek

Easy 1.5 km hike to witness three magnificent rainbow mountains. The first visible from parking, the second along the trail, and the stunning final destination at 4,900m elevation.

1.5 hours hiking

12:30 PMStone Forest Exploration

Climb through the mystical stone formations for panoramic views of the entire Palccoyo landscape and surrounding peaks.

45 minutes

2:00 PM4 Sacred Lakes Circuit

Visit Peru’s highest saltwater lagoons, home to unique aquatic birds and offering mirror-like reflections of the surrounding mountains. During rainy season, witness the famous “red river” phenomenon.

1.5 hours

4:00 PMTraditional Lunch & Return

Enjoy a traditional Andean lunch before beginning our return journey to Cusco through the beautiful southern valley.

2 hours return journey

5:00 – 6:00 PMArrival in Cusco

Drop-off at your hotel in Cusco city center, with unforgettable memories of this authentic rainbow mountain experience.

Hotel drop-off