Peru Travel Planning with Local Experts

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Meet our Local Experts

Ever wished your guidebook could talk? Now it can!

Our Local Experts are veteran travel advisors and guides who have helped thousands of travelers plan unforgettable adventures in Peru. They’re based in their country and know it as only a local can.

  • Peru trip designer and travel agent Nicho smiles for a photo on Huayna Picchu with a view of Machu Picchu behind him.

    Nicho

    Advises on: Countrywide

    Nicho is from Lima and has spent the last 18 years exploring every corner of his country. He’s a travel agent and his specialty is organizing uniquely immersive trips that help travelers not just see, but experience Peru’s kaleidoscope of vibrant cultures.

  • Jorge

    Advises on: Countrywide

    From his home base in Lima, Jorge has been guiding and organizing trips all over Peru for almost 25 years. He is also a journalist and travel writer, and loves showing authentic Peru to anyone who’s ready to discover it!

  • Local guide Margot smiles while taking a break from hiking in the high Andes outside of Cusco, Peru.

    Margot

    Advises on: Lima, Cusco, Sacred Valley, Puno, Arequipa

    Originally from Cusco, Margot now splits her time between Peru and the U.S. She has been a guide for 15 years, leading both trekking and cultural/social tourism trips. No matter your interests, Margot will have a plan for you!

  • Peru hiking guide and archeology expert Ruben smiles for a photo at Machu Picchu with the ruins and Huayna Picchu visible behind him.

    Ruben

    Advises on: Cusco, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Puno, Arequipa

    Ruben is our go-to for all things trekking or hiking in the Cusco region. With over 20 years guiding on the Inca trail, Lares, Salkantay, Choquequirao, and countless others, very few people know the highlands around Cusco like Ruben does. If you have some hikes planned for your trip, talk to Ruben.

Peru Travel Consultations

Connect with a Peru travel expert for a one-hour trip planning session to get expert advice and the best local tips & recommendations.

What you’ll get:

An expert-approved itinerary
Immediate answers to all your travel questions
Hidden gems and authentic local favorites
Hours of time saved
The trip of a lifetime with none of the stress

Here’s how it works

1. Choose your preferred local expert
2. Book a time on your Expert's calendar
3. Fill out our pre-consultation questionnaire
4. Hop on Zoom and meet your Expert!

Is a consultation right for you?

  • You’re an independent traveler and are comfortable making your own bookings

  • You’re wondering about where to go, what to do, how long to spend, what places to prioritize, and how to fit it all in

  • You don’t want to waste time with tourist traps and packed crowds

  • You’re on the hunt for the best local tips and expert advice

  • You value connecting with locals and want to discover unique and authentic experiences

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