Pallay Punchu Tour

Itinerary for the Pallay Punchu Tour

04:00 – 07:30: Hotel Pickup – Breakfast 

The tour begins at 4:00 a.m., when a representative from Guru Explorers picks you up at your hotel in Cusco. We will travel for 3.5 hours to the province of Sicuani, where we will enjoy breakfast at a rural restaurant that will energize you for the hike.

07:30 – 08:30: Transport to the District of Layo  

After breakfast, we continue the bus journey for another hour to the district of Layo, which marks the start of our walking adventure.

08:30 – 10:00: Hike to Pallay Punchu Mountain  

The Guru Explorers guide will give you instructions before starting the 5-kilometer hike to the mountain. The ascent takes approximately 1 hour (depending on your pace) and reaches 4,790 meters above sea level, where you will have the opportunity to admire the spectacular rock formations and the stunning Andean landscape. We will enjoy the area for about 40 minutes to take photos and appreciate the grandeur of the mountain and its surroundings.

10:00 – 12:00: Return to Base

After exploring and photographing Pallay Punchu, we begin the descent back to the transport. During this journey, you can continue to enjoy the views and wildlife.

12:00 – 13:00: Buffet Lunch in Sicuani

Back in Sicuani, we will stop for a delicious buffet lunch at a country restaurant, where you can savor Peruvian cuisine with vegetarian and vegan options.

13:00 – 16:30: Return to Cusco 

Finally, we will return to Cusco, arriving around 4:30 p.m., dropping you off at your hotel, with unforgettable memories of this adventure in the Andes.  

Every tour with Guru Explorers is an opportunity to discover not only the unique landscapes of Peru but also to connect more deeply with the culture and nature of the Andes.

What’s Included in the Private Pallay Punchu Tour?  

• Pickup from the hotel (Historic center of the city). If your hotel is on a street with limited access for tourist vehicles, a nearby meeting point will be suggested, which you can reach on foot for pickup.  
• Return to your hotel (Historic center of the city).  
• Professional guide in English and Spanish. Inquire about Portuguese.  
• Entrance tickets.  
• Breakfast and buffet lunch at a rural restaurant (vegetarian and vegan options available). Since this is a rural area, the restaurant standards will be more basic compared to those in a city.  
• Trekking poles.  
• Oxygen bottle available with the guide upon request in case of emergency.

What’s Not Included in Tour?  

• Tips.  
• Drinks.  
• Meals not specified.

What to Bring for the Tour?

• Choose comfortable footwear for hiking, a warm jacket, caps or a hat, gloves, sunglasses, sunscreen, water, and rain gear or a poncho (especially from November to April).
• The weather during the hike can be variable, so it’s suggested to bring a small backpack to store any clothing you take off or to carry extra warm layers.
• Passport or ID.
• Travel insurance.
• Cash (local currency). In Peru, there is usually a fee for using public restrooms, so we recommend bringing coins or cash for these cases.

Considerations  

• A reasonable physical condition is required to complete the hike.  
• It’s important to spend a few days in Cusco before taking the tour so your body can acclimatize to the altitude of the region.  
• This tour is not recommended for children under 10 years old. Adults over 60 should consider that this activity requires good physical condition. 
• Remember that, since these are outdoor activities, the natural features of the landscape may vary depending on weather conditions and the natural daylight. Each visit is an authentic experience, where nature reveals itself in unique and unrepeatable ways.

Not Allowed:

• Pets.  
• Smoking.  
• Large suitcases or bags.  

Not Recommended For:  

• People with heart problems, back issues, asthma, or high blood pressure.  
• People in wheelchairs.  
• Pregnant women.  

According to Peruvian regulations, foreign tourists may be exempt from the local tax IGV (VAT). As a formal and registered travel agency, we are required to submit to the local authorities a copy of the document you used to enter the country, as well as your date of entry. For this reason, a few days before your arrival, we will contact you to request a photo of that document and ask you to let us know the date you entered Peru. If we do not receive this information, we will be required to add the 18% corresponding to the IGV tax. 

Thank you for your cooperation!

Cancellation Policy

• More than 30 days in advance: Penalty is 20% of the total amount
• Between 7 and 30 days in advance: Penalty is 40% of the total amount
• Less than 7 days in advance: Penalty is 100% of the total amount

Date changes

• More than 30 days in advance: Penalty is 5% of the total amount
• Between 7 and 30 days in advance: Penalty is 10% of the total amount
• Less than 7 days in advance: Penalty is 100% of the total amount
• Subject to availability.
• There will be no refunds in case of delayed flights, train delays, bad weather, or other external factors.

Force Majeure Policy

• Guru Explorers values your time and makes every effort to follow the itinerary. However, it may be affected by force majeure events such as weather conditions, rain, natural disasters, protests, roadblocks, or other circumstances beyond our control. In such cases, no refunds or compensation will be provided, as these are unforeseeable and unavoidable situations. Nonetheless, we will do everything possible to offer efficient alternatives and solutions for your enjoyment. Any additional costs resulting from changes or alternative activities will be the responsibility of the client and not Guru Explorers.