The Alternative Rainbow Mountain

🌈 PALCOYO RAINBOW MOUNTAIN – A HIDDEN GEM IN THE ANDES

🌄 Escape the Crowds & Discover a More Serene Rainbow Mountain

Unlike the crowded Vinicunca, where you face a steep, high-altitude trek just to see one Rainbow Mountain, Palcoyo offers a gentler, more rewarding experience with three colorful mountains—without the exhausting hike.

This private day tour takes you through stunning Andean landscapes, past traditional villages, and into one of Peru’s most breathtaking hidden locations. If you’re looking for epic photography, incredible scenery, and a peaceful adventure away from the masses, this is the tour for you.

📍 Tour Highlights

✔ 3 Rainbow Mountains in one location—an easy, scenic walk with minimal effort
✔ Avoid the crowds—a peaceful alternative to the overly touristy Vinicunca
✔ Incredible landscapes—drive through untouched Andean valleys with llamas & alpacas
✔ Visit the ancient Inca Bridge of Checacupe—a stunning photo spot with very few visitors
✔ Rock Forest Exploration—a unique geological formation with a jaw-dropping viewpoint over the valley

🕒 Itinerary – A Day of Scenic Wonders

📌 05:30 AM – Hotel pick-up from Cusco or the Sacred Valley & begin the scenic drive
📌 07:30 AM – Stop at Checacupe Inca Bridge for a photo session & exploration
📌 09:30 AM – Arrive at Palcoyo & start the easy walk to the viewpoint
📌 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM – Explore the 3 Rainbow Mountains, take your time with photography & landscapes
📌 12:30 PM – Visit the Rock Forest, an otherworldly geological formation
📌 01:30 PM – Begin the return drive with stops for scenic photography along the way
📌 04:30 PM – Arrive back in Cusco or the Sacred Valley

Optional Early Departure – 3:00 AM (Recommended for photographers)

📌 03:00 AM – Early hotel pick-up to arrive before the crowds and catch the soft morning light
📌 Enjoy uninterrupted views, better natural lighting, and complete tranquility at the site
📌 Same tour flow as above, but with the best possible light conditions and more time for photography

🎒 Included in Your Tour

✅ Private transport in a comfortable vehicle
✅ Professional photographer guide for expert photography advice
✅ Hotel pick-up & drop-off (Cusco or Sacred Valley)

✅ Lunch
✅ Guided exploration of Palcoyo, the Inca Bridge & Rock Forest
✅ Entrance fees to all locations

📷 Recommended Photography Gear

📸 Wide-angle lens—For epic landscapes
📸 Mid-range zoom lens—To capture the textures of the rainbow mountains
📸 Telephoto lens—For portraits of llamas & alpacas along the way

💰 Tour Pricing (All Ages)

💲Private Tour for 1 person – $480 USD
💲Private Tour for 2 people – $250 USD per person
💲Private Tour for 3 people – $210 USD per person
📩 Big Group Prices Available on Request

📅 Book Your Palcoyo Adventure Now!

📧 Email: [email protected]
🌐 Website: www.andeanphotoexpeditions.com