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Pallay Punchu Tour – Full Day

Full Day (approx. 14h)5.0 · 35 reviews on TripadvisorCusco, Perú
  • Vista de las crestas afiladas de la montaña Pallay Punchu en Cusco, mostrando franjas de colores rojo, ocre y verde que asemejan un poncho andino frente a la laguna Langui Layo.

    Explora Pallay Punchu, el "poncho tejido por la tierra", una maravilla geológica a 4,700 m.s.n.m. en la región de Cusco.

  • Pallay Punchu Tour – Full Day
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  • Pallay Punchu Tour – Full Day
  • Pallay Punchu Tour – Full Day
  • Pallay Punchu Tour – Full Day
  • Pallay Punchu Tour – Full Day
  • Pallay Punchu Tour – Full Day

Overview

A unique experience discovering the history and mysteries of the Imperial City.

Pallay Punchu Tour (Full Day). One of the most breathtaking wonders of the Andes Mountains. Its beauty is exceptional, like a rainbow cast upon the earth, and locals call it «the rainbow’s cord.» Exploring this site is less demanding than visiting Vinicunca (the Rainbow Mountain). Let’s discover Palccoyo together, with its three multicolored mountains and unique rock formations. The full-day tour to Pallay Punchu or Pallay Punchu Mountain is a new adventure—an emerging destination that could surpass the famous Rainbow Mountain, one of the most visited spots by tourists worldwide. Be among the first to discover this stunning landscape.

The trek to Pallay Punchu became known during the COVID-19 pandemic, when travel restrictions led a visitor to explore this beautiful spot and share photos on Facebook. The images quickly went viral, turning the site into an attractive destination for thousands of tourists and travel agencies.

Pallay Punchu Full-Day Tour

Be the first to discover this magnificent destination filled with colorful landscapes, comparable to Rainbow Mountain, with views that may even be superior. This wonderful place is located in the Peruvian Andes, within the Cusco region and Canas province, at an altitude of (4,790 m / 15,715 ft) above sea level in the Layo district. This impressive mountain is better known as Pallay Punchu of Apu Tacllo. During this tour, you will enjoy striking landscapes of vibrant hues and admire a beautiful blue lake. The name «Pallay Punchu» means «Andean poncho weave,» referring to its geological formation, which resembles the patterns of traditional ponchos used for protection against the cold.

Highlights

Meeting point: Private hotel pickup in Cusco at 4:00 a.m.

Tour itinerary: Cusco – Sicuani – Layo – Pallay Punchu Trek – Return to Sicuani – Cusco.

Important: The tour includes private tourist transportation, breakfast, buffet lunch, and a specialized adventure and trekking guide.

Itinerary

  1. 1Day 1Meeting Point

    Pickup from your hotel in Cusco at 4:00 a.m. via private transportation to begin the journey toward the southern part of the region.

  2. 2Day 2Journey to Sicuani and Breakfast

    Approximately a 3.5-hour drive to the province of Sicuani, where we will enjoy breakfast to fuel up for the day.

  3. 3Day 3Transfer to Layo

    Continuation of the trip for 1 more hour to the Layo district, where the bus ride concludes.

  4. 4Day 4Trek to Pallay Punchu

    Beginning of a 3-mile (5 km) trek, lasting approximately 1.5 hours, to the Pallay Punchu Mountain of Apu Tacllo, located at 15,715 ft (4,790 m) above sea level.

  5. 5Day 5Exploring Pallay Punchu

    Time to admire the majesty of the site, explore its landscapes, and capture photographs of the colorful mountain slopes.

  6. 6Day 6Return to Layo and Transfer to Sicuani

    Leisurely hike back to Layo, followed by a bus transfer to Sicuani to enjoy a traditional buffet lunch.

  7. 7Day 7Return to Cusco

    Return trip via private transportation to Cusco, with an estimated arrival at your hotel in the evening, concluding this unforgettable adventure.

What’s included

Included

  • Transportation: Cusco – Pallay Punchu (round trip)
  • 1 Breakfast
  • 1 Lunch
  • Professional Guide (English / Spanish)
  • Trekking pole (to be returned at the end of the tour)

Not included

  • Entrance fees
  • Beverages
  • Extra expenses,
  • Tips, and dinner.

What to bring

We recommend arriving in Cusco at least 2 days in advance to acclimate to the altitude. Bring comfortable hiking clothes, sunscreen, a hat, and a reusable water bottle.

  • Original passport (if you have acquired a new one after making your booking, bring both)

  • Water

  • Rain jacket / poncho

  • Winter hat and gloves

  • Rain pants

  • Snacks

  • Sunscreen, SPF 35+ recommended

  • Sunglasses and sun hat

  • Camera with spare batteries – batteries drain faster at high altitudes

  • Trekking poles (highly recommended for steep descents; available for rent from us)

What our travellers say

  • Hans-Kristian H

    We booked the Salkantay trek through hahatrips and had an amazing time Haha Trips was great at explaining and planning our Salkantay trek. Helped whit renting sleeping bags and did it all at a good price. Wilson is a friend of ours🤠 - he is always ready to help and very responsive However it is not hahatrips you are on the trek whit but another travel agency called KB Adventures which we were surprised about - they are however really great as well and we had a fantastic trek whit a great group of people😎

    Tripadvisor · Aug 2023
  • Anghie R

    Excelente tour Muy buena agencia, de verdad la recomiendo un montón! Wilson siempre estuvo dispuesto a resolver mis dudas e incluso a ayudarme con ciertos inconvenientes que tuve, siempre fue cordial, muy amable y comprensivo en todo momento 😃 Tuve una hermosa experiencia en Cusco, muchas gracias!

    Tripadvisor · Aug 2023
  • Laura V

    Great organization! Wilson is a great person! My friend had to recover from being sick and Wilson helped us with his flexibility and new ideas for visiting MachuPicchu. We went to MachuPicchu in two days and enjoyed the great organization. From hotel to transport and the guides were really great! I would definitely recommend this travel agency. Big thanks for everything!

    Tripadvisor · Jun 2023
  • Claus Santa

    Sehr empfehlenswert Wir haben bei Wilson von HaHa Trips die 5 Tage Salkantay Tour gebucht. Wilson war sehr informativ und hilfreich. Alle Fragen wurden per WhatsApp sofort beantwortet. Die Organisation der ganzen Unternehmung war tadellos.

    Tripadvisor · May 2023
  • Joe G

    Great and Cheap! The prices of this tour company will have you going ‘HAHA’, because it’s so cheap! We did both the 2D1N Machu Picchu and the Rainbow Mountain tours. Well organised and lots of fun. Wilson is great, would highly recommend.

    Tripadvisor · May 2023
  • 552wimg

    The best touring company in Cusco! This was my first time in Peru, and it did not disappoint. Ha ha tours are true professionals! I booked a package to trek the old Inca Trail. Our guide was Ronny Pillco, who led the expedition! He shared a world of historical knowledge and was a true professional! Everything was top-not ch, from the cook Rene, to the guides and porters and our female porter! Everyone was always smiling and trying to help having us have the greatest experience! I truly recommend HAHA TOURS! Price-quality are unmatched

    Tripadvisor · May 2023
  • Maxwell B

    5-Day Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu Wilson was very helpful with everything. He gave me the information needed for the Salkantay 5-day trek to Machu Picchu. Whenever I had a question he provided everything I needed with a quick response. Very professional.

    Tripadvisor · May 2023
  • Carla C

    El mejor servicio de tour! Llegue a esta agencia gracias a la recomendación de un amigo y desde entonces, Wilson me apoya brindándome el servicio de tour. Es una empresa seria que se preocupa por brindarle comodidad a los turistas y siempre están haciéndole seguimiento al servicio que te brindan. Además, me encantó la flexibilidad que la empresa proporcionó en términos de tiempo y lugares a visitar. Recomiendo a cualquier persona que busque una experiencia turística excepcional.

    Tripadvisor · Apr 2023
  • Benjamin P

    Excelente tour de la Ciudad de Cusco con Venturia y Ruben Excelente tour de la ciudad de Cusco con Venturia y Ruben, el tour guy. Ruben me fue a buscar al hotel, y caminamos toda la ciudad por unas 3 horas. Fuimos al mercado, a las iglesias principales, y las calles mas interesantes de Cusco. La pase super bien con Ruben, y hasta fuimos a almorzar en un lugar muy pintoresco y cerca de la plaza principal de Cusco. Ruben sabe mucho de la historia de la catedral de Cusco, 100% recomendado.

    Tripadvisor · Apr 2023
  • Christian Stocker

    Amazing Great experience; we did the Salkantay trail for 5 days all meals and accommodation included for only £30 a day; everything went perfectly!

    Tripadvisor · Mar 2023

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