It's been an incredible experience. There was nothing missing from this trip: great company, incredible places, the challenge of hiking at high altitude, loads of food. Thanks to Rolo for being such an amazing guide.
Active and outdoor
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
This was an excellent trip in every way. The leader Alejandro was outstanding- very caring, helpful , informative and well-organised. Peru is a varied and interesting country and although Machu Picchu was spectacular there were many other highlights to our tour. The itinerary covered a lot of ground but it was not too rushed with a good mix of organised activities and some free time. The transport by bus and train was comfortable and the hotels were good and well-situated.
Active and outdoorExplorer
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
The trek was very well organized from the beginning to end. I was quite nervous to do it but the team was very motivating and attentive, which I really appreciated. The guide was very informative and the food was great.
Active and outdoor
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Embark on an unforgettable Peruvian surf adventure, highlighting world-class waves, breathtaking coastal scenery, and vibrant local culture. Ideal for surf enthusiasts, this thrilling beach getaway offers expert-guided sessions at top surfing spots like Chicama and Mancora. Dive into crystal-clear waters, explore charming seaside villages, and savor authentic Peruvian cuisine. Perfect for both beginners and seasoned surfers, this experience promises four days filled with excitement, relaxation, and unforgettable memories along Peru’s stunning Pacific coastline.
Surfing, kitesurfing etc.
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
“Classic Peru” is genuinely a “highlights” tour of Southern Peru and what we saw was truly epic; a fascinating blend of Inca history & culture, the stunning scenery of the Andes and the Andean wildlife.
The 2 top highlights, for me, were a) entering the site of Macchu Picchu, shrouded in cloud, only for the wind to gradually blow that cloud away for the dramatic “reveal” and b) to see 5 or 6 Condors (adults & juveniles) gradually rise up the Colca Canyon, on the morning’s thermals, until they were soaring over our heads!
Lima is often written off but is worth a look and we arrived one day early (on Saturday) and visited the Centro Historico on Sunday morning. We were rewarded with a front-row view of the city’s own “changing of the guard” in Plaza de Armas.
The food on the trip is excellent in general and very good value. Our guide, Hector, was also excellent and very focussed on keeping us safe and in good health (managing the gradual increase in altitude, as much as possible); he’s especially knowledgable on all things culture and history.
For me, the only two negatives in the trip were:-
a) the overnight stay on Taquile Island - by all means visit the island but the poor accommodation overshadowed the stay and
b) the misleading advice in the pre-trip literature about currencies and exchange - Explore imply it’s ok to buy Peruvian Sol at Lima airport; DON’T - the rate is terrible. They also say “take US$ because the rate for the GB£ is poor”; ignore that too as the local rates (in forex bureaux) were almost entirely equivalent, so buying US$ in the UK is just a waste of money.
I’m sure Explore can quickly rectify these two things in an otherwise excellent tour.
Active and outdoorRafting
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Guest House, Home-stay
Age Range
16-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Cusco, Lima, Aguas Calientes, Ma
Cusco, Lima, Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu, Arequipa, Chivay, Puno, Taquile Island, Sacred Valley
Enter the green lung of the world and discover the mysteries that the Amazon keeps. Get in touch with nature and live fascinating experiences that let you swim with dolphins, go deep into the jungle, navigate the Amazon in typical wooden canoes of the area, observe nocturnal animals in their habitat and even fish for piranhas; all in the hands of knowledgeable experts and enjoying the fantastic facilities of Tree House Lodge.
AdventureActive and outdoor
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Lodge, Hotel
Age Range
10-99 yrs
Operated in
english, spanish
Destinations
Iquitos, Lima
Iquitos, Lima
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Thoroughly enjoy the trip. The itinerary was well thought out. Plenty of time to allow for acclimatisation before the final highlight - the Inca Trail. Special shout out to Darwin our tour leader who goes extra mile to ensure we enjoy our trip. He is very keen to share his knowledge and love about Peru.
Active and outdoorRafting
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Tent, Guest House, Camping, Home-stay
Age Range
16-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Cusco, Lima, Puno, Sacred Valley
Cusco, Lima, Puno, Sacred Valley, Q'orimarca, Llulluchapampa, Ollantaytambo, Machu Picchu, Pachacamac, Nazca, Arequipa, Chivay, Colca Canyon, Lake Titicaca, Taquile Island
Experience the best of Peru in a 15-day tour of the south of the country, one of the most privileged areas of our territory. Discover its natural treasures in Paracas and delight the palate with the intense flavors of our capital Gastronomy of Arequipa. Explore the Andes, visit fascinating towns on Lake Titicaca and get closer to our Millenary past and Inca history when you arrive in Cusco. A trip you will never forget!
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
Explore Arequipa, the second largest city in Peru, during an awe-inspiring four-day tour. Visit its colonial-style downtown, admire its beautiful churches and catch a glimpse of the pampas outside the city, enjoying the spectacular scenery. Let the graceful flight of the condor entertain you in the Colca Valley and admire the native camelids of the Andes. Join this interesting tour and catch sight of the beautiful nature and interesting Peruvian culture.
Art and architecture
Tour Type
Private Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Lodge
Age Range
6-99 yrs
Operated in
english, spanish, french, portuguese
Destinations
Arequipa, Colca Canyon
Arequipa, Colca Canyon
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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
A great and very enjoyable trip with a very good guide / tour leader
(Daniel). Such varied culture, food and scenery too. I felt like I learned
and saw a lot. My one recommendation would be to make sure you read the trip
notes carefully before you go / book. You cover a lot of ground (long
distances) at times in order to and pack everything in. So there are some
long travel days and plenty of early starts. Loved it.
Art and architecture
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
6-99 yrs
Operated in
english, spanish
Destinations
Lima, Cusco, Sacred Valley, Aguas Calientes
Lima, Cusco, Sacred Valley, Aguas Calientes
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