I will use Gluxe again.
My main criticism was the food. For most meals at restaurants we were offered a special tourist menu - this usually was made up of ceviche or quinoa soup for starters; quinoa salad or lomos saltados for main. On a 16 night itinerary with lunch and dinner included this became very dull and spoilt the holiday. In the end we began to insist on ordering off the full menu. We were quite happy to pay the whole thing ourselves. We cancelled our last night meal as we could not face yet another no choice menu of the same things.
Most of the restaurants had a tourist feel to them, offering the same dishes to various groups of tourists. This was the major disappointment of an. otherwise very special trip.
Explorer
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Camping, Hotel, Lodge, Tent
Age Range
18-100 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Lima, Cusco, Amazon Peru, Sacred
Lima, Cusco, Amazon Peru, Sacred Valley, Inca Trail, Machu Picchu
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Arturo was a fantastic leader and guide. Knowledgable, helpful, caring, experienced and amusing. This was my 11th Explore holiday and Arturo is up there with the best guides. The porters and cooks are heroes - we were very happy to tip them generously. The itinerary was perfect, though no one should underestimate the challenge of around ten hours walking on day three. Cusco hotel staff were fine but the layout around a central atrium means the rooms are very noisy. The hotel near Machu Picchu was lovely but the staff were rude, unhelpful and disinterested. Overall I’d fully recommend this trip - but be sure to get into shape beforehand and consider your kit carefully.
Active and outdoor
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Experience the very best of Peru on this fifteen-day tour of the south of the country, one of the most privileged regions of this unique territory. Discover natural treasures in Paracas and delight your palate with the intense flavours of the local cuisine in Peru’s capital of gastronomy, Arequipa. Explore the dizzying heights of the Andes and visit fascinating, traditional villages on Lake Titicaca. Of course, no trip to Peru would be complete without delving into its rich history, and the Incan archaeological sites you will witness as you travel along the Sacred Valley to Cusco are unrivalled. It is sure to be a trip you will never forget!
Art and architecture
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Amazing experience. Inca trail and homestay were standout highlights. Trip could have been better organised to minimise unnecessary travel. Rainbow mountain was too busy and felt unsustainable (something at odds with the g culture we love).
Trekking and Hiking
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Home-stay, Villa, Camping, Lodge
Age Range
12-100 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Lima, La Paz, Inca Trail, Machu
Lima, La Paz, Inca Trail, Machu Picchu, Cusco, Puno, Lake Titicaca, Ollantaytambo
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Visit Peru's incredible natural and historical highlights on this awesome adventure. Retrace the steps of the Incas to Machu Picchu, admire bustling cities, explore vibrant markets and meet the locals in this South American country with a difference. Return home with incredible memories of the panoramas and people of Peru. Amazing wildlife, both on land and underwater, is the drawcard of the remote Galapagos Islands. Tour the Galapagos' outstanding natural beauty and interesting history by foot, boat and bike on this active adventure. Trace Darwin's theory of evolution, spot colourful, bizarre and beautiful creatures and have an experience that is completely out of this world as you discover the incredible Galapagos Islands.
Adventure
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Home-stay
Age Range
16-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Quito, Lima, La Loberia, Galapag
Quito, Lima, La Loberia, Galapagos Islands, Isla Santa Cruz, Cusco, Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu, Puno
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Excellent. Enjoyed the diverse country, accommodation, sites visited especially Titicaca and of course Machu Picchu. Zema is quietly confident and very competent. Handles diverse characters really well. Lunches included were at outstanding restaurants. Tolerable delays waiting for rides and minor inconveniences dragging luggage through narrow streets etc.
Trekking and Hiking
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
10-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Cusco, Machu Picchu, Lima, La Pa
Cusco, Machu Picchu, Lima, La Paz, Arequipa, Puno, Urubamba, Sacred Valley
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This 26-day adventure covers all of South America's most iconic sights, with a local leader to show you the way and plenty of free time to choose your own adventure. Go wildlife-spotting in the heart of the Amazon jungle, where you’ll float and trek among anacondas and caimans, walk in the footsteps of the Inca (or alternatively, take a leisurely train ride) to Machu Picchu – one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Marvel at Bolivia's mind-bending salt flats in Salar de Uyuni, stay on the floating islands of Uros on Lake Titicaca in a unique homestay experience and sip a glass of malbec in atmospheric Buenos Aires. With locals to show you the secret hotspots and fellow travellers your own age to explore it all with, this trip has all the opportunities of an epic adventure!
Adventure
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Camping, Lodge, Home-stay
Age Range
18-35 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Buenos Aires, Lima, Puno, Lake T
Buenos Aires, Lima, Puno, Lake Titicaca, La Paz, Uyuni, Altiplano, San Pedro De Atacama, Puerto Maldonado, Salta, Cusco, Ollantaytambo, Inca Trail, Machu Picchu
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This compact yet comprehensive trip showcases Peru's most iconic sights, while also revealing a couple of the country's lesser-known treasures. Explore the ancient Inca citadel of Machu Picchu, take a boat out onto Lake Titicaca to discover floating islands and spend time with a small Andean community in the village of Misminay.
Machu Picchu - Take a train to Aguas Calientes and explore the ancient citadel, and one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.
Lima - Explore the bohemian district of Barranco and soak up street life whilst sipping a speciality coffee
Lake Titicaca - Discover the islands of Uros and Taquile that float on this high-altitude lake.
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
16-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Cusco, Sacred Valley, Machu Picc
Cusco, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Puno, Lake Titicaca, Lima
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GROUP TOUR (FOR AGES 18 - 55): Set out on the ultimate South American journey with this 21 day tour, packed with bucket-list experiences, breathtaking landscapes, and thrilling adventures! Take in Medellin and Bogota, trek through the Andes to the legendary Machu Picchu, take a boat ride on Lake Titicaca, and explore the vibrant streets of La Paz. Cross the otherworldly Uyuni Salt Flats in a 4x4, marvel at flamingo-filled lagoons, and soak in high-altitude hot springs. Finally, chase adrenaline in the Atacama Desert, from cycling in the Lunar Valley to stargazing under one of the clearest night skies on Earth.
Explorer
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Camping, Guest House, Hostel, Hotel, Sleeper Bus
Age Range
18-55 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Medellin, Santiago, Machu Picchu
Medellin, Santiago, Machu Picchu, Cusco, Puno, La Paz, Uyuni, San Pedro De Atacama, Santiago, Salento, Cali, Bogota, Inca Trail
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GROUP TOUR (FOR AGES 18 - 55): Take in the best of Colombia and Peru on this 15-day tour from Medellin to Puno. Enjoy guided sightseeing in Cali, Bogota and Cusco, embark on a 4-day trek in the Andes to Machu Picchu and cruise on the shimmering waters of Lake Titicaca. Learn how to dance the Tango, cycle around Bogota and visit the magical Rainbow Mountain in Peru, plus so much more.
Arturo was the best leader ever and would highly recommend him for the leader of the year. The trip was varied and taught be so much. Definitely ( if you can!) go to Inti Raymi. The most spectacular event I have ever seen
The Amazon extension was well worth the money as stayed in superb lodges with excellent food
Active and outdoorRafting
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Lodge
Age Range
16-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Lima, Sacred Valley, Machu Picch
Lima, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Cusco, Puerto Maldonado, Amazon Jungle, Barranco, Arequipa, Chivay, Puno, Uros Floating Islands
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This 9-day Lima to Cusco Solo-ish adventure is all about immersing yourself in the wonders of Peru while embracing your own journey of discovery. Get up close with Incan history, explore the vibrant cultures of Cusco, and check off the iconic Machu Picchu — all while gaining confidence in your solo travel skills. Start with a fun, collaborative cooking class in Lima, then dive into a community-focused day in the Sacred Valley that ends with a special G surprise. Picture yourself soaking in thermal hot springs in Aguas Calientes during free time, or exploring ancient ruins, vibrant markets, and hidden gems with like-minded travelers and on your own. Peru’s magic will have you hooked long before your train ride to the ‘Lost City.’
Explorer
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Villa
Age Range
18-100 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Cusco, Lima, Ollantaytambo, Sacr
Cusco, Lima, Ollantaytambo, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu
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