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Sparrow Explorer’s Best Selling Machu Picchu Tours 2026

Sparrow Explorer Travel is a local tour operator in Peru, offering safe, high-quality, and customized adventures across the Andes. We specialize in affordable, sustainable travel that connects you with nature, culture, and local communities. From Machu Picchu Tours to Inca Trail and Alternative Hikes, we design unforgettable experiences so you don’t miss the best of Peru’s beauty and history.

Full-Day Condor Sighting Tour in Cusco

Places to Visit:

Arrival in Cusco & City Tour

$129 per person

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Full-Day The Incredible Humantay Lake Tour

Places to Visit:

OCONGATE - MOLLEPATA - HUMANTAY LAKE - SORAYPAMPA - CUSCO

$119 per person

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Full-Day Rainbow Mountain

Places to Visit:

FROM CUSCO – CUSIPATA – VININCUNCA (RAINBOW MOUNTAIN) – CUSCO

$129 per person

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2-Day Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu Train Tour From Cusco

Places to Visit:

Cusco, Poroy, Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu.

$449 per person

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2-Day Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu Tour From Cusco

Places to Visit:

Cusco, Pisac, Olantaytambo, Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu

$499 per person

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2-Day Inca Trail Hike to Machu Picchu

Places to Visit:

CUSCO, CHACHABAMBA (KM 104), MACHU PICCHU, AGUAS CALIENTES.

$599 per person

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The Best Peru Tour Packages with Sparrow Explorer 2026: Expertly curated itineraries for an authentic local adventure.

7 Day Peru and Machu Picchu Tour Itinerary

7 Days / 6 Nights

Peru is a country that surprises. It’s home to captivating natural beauty, vibrant cities, welcoming locals, and out-of-this-world landmarks and...

Package Type: Adventure

Difficulty: Hard

FROM

$1549

per person

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5-Day Trip to Peru Package | Vacation Tour Packages

5 Days / 4 Nights

Cusco is a beautiful city located in southeastern Peru, known for its rich history and stunning architecture. So, why not...

Package Type: Adventure

Difficulty: Hard

FROM

$1549

per person

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4-Day Cusco City Tour | Machu Picchu, Pisac, Moray & More

4 Days / 3 Nights

Experience a fresh take on the wondrous Peruvian city of Cusco as you explore and make timeless memories on this...

Package Type: Adventure

Difficulty: Easy

FROM

$1099

per person

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Carefully selected destinations for 2026 Experience the excitement of Sparrow Explorer’s best Cusco tours and alternative trails to Machu Picchu.

4D-3N Choquequirao Trek

4 Days / 3 Nights

The journey to Choquequirao or known as the other Machu Picchu for be untouch by spaniers is located in Cusco. After...

Package Type: Adventure

Difficulty: Extreme

FROM

$1199

per person

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2D-1N Huchuy Qosqo Trek to Machu Picchu

2 Days / 1 Night

Huchuy Qosqo Trek is a short alternative easy hike to Machu Picchu. over sacred valley mountains where is still possible to...

Package Type: Adventure

Difficulty: Medium

FROM

$699

per person

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3D-2N Huchuy Qosqo Trek to Machu Picchu

3 Days / 2 Nights

The Huchuy Qosqo trek to Machu Picchu is an unforgettable experience as you wander through the eclectic Sacred Valley. Simply put,...

Package Type: Adventure

Difficulty: Medium

FROM

$799

per person

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4D-3N Lares Trek to Machu Picchu

4 Days / 3 Nights

Lares trek is one of the most popular hikes in Cusco and Peru. because, you passing through andean villages surrounded by...

Package Type: Adventure

Difficulty: Hard

FROM

$999

per person

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4D-3N Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu

4 Days / 3 Nights

Salkantay Trek to 4 days or 5 days is into the top 03 most well-known and popular alternative classic Inca Trail...

Package Type: Adventure

Difficulty: Extreme

FROM

$1099

per person

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5D-4N Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu

5 Days / 4 Nights

Salkantay Trek is into the top 03 most well-known and popular alternative Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. Therefore, If you want...

Package Type: Adventure

Difficulty: Extreme

FROM

$1199

per person

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1-Day Inca Trail Hike to Machu Picchu

Full Day

During your trip to Peru, exploring the Andes is an absolute must. While taking a 1 day Inca Trail hike...

Package Type: Adventure

Difficulty: Hard

FROM

$499

per person

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2 Day Inca Trail Hike to Machu Picchu Trip – Short Inca Trail Tour

2 Days / 1 Night

Taking on a 2 day Inca Trail to Machu Picchu Trip is one of the best ways to explore one...

Package Type: Adventure

Difficulty: Medium

FROM

$599

per person

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4-Day Inca Trail Hike to Machu Picchu

4 Days / 3 Nights

The Inca Trail hike to Machu Picchu is one of the most well-known and popular treks in the world. That...

Package Type: Adventure

Difficulty: Extreme

FROM

$1399

per person

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5-Day Luxury Inca Trail Trek to Machu Picchu

5 Days / 4 Nights

As one of the world’s most well-known treks, joining a luxury Inca Trail hike to Machu Picchu is an absolute...

Package Type: Adventure

Difficulty: Hard

FROM

$1599

per person

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Day Trips

Discover Peru’s highlights through carefully crafted day trips, perfect for travelers with limited time.

Condor Tour Cusco – Experience the Flying Andean Condors

Full Day

Immerse yourself in an awe-inspiring adventure high in the Andes, where nature’s most majestic aviators take center stage. Our “Flight of...

Package Type: Cultural

Difficulty: Easy

FROM

$129

per person

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Full-Day The Incredible Humantay Lake Tour

Full Day

The walk to Humantay Lake begins early in the morning from Cusco and is driven to the trailhead at Soraypampa. The travel...

Package Type: Adventure

Difficulty: Hard

FROM

$119

per person

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Full-Day The Beautiful Poc Poc Waterfall HIKE

Full Day

POC POC Waterfall Hike is a thrilling outdoor experience that many people like. This gorgeous adventure leads you through deep,...

Package Type: Cultural

Difficulty: Medium

FROM

$109

per person

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Full-Day Rainbow Mountain

Full Day

Rainbow Mountain, a spectacular natural scenery, located at 5020 meters above sea level, in the town of Vinincunca, south of...

Package Type: Adventure

Difficulty: Hard

FROM

$129

per person

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Half-Day Moray & Salt Mines

Half Day

The Unique Circular building in all of Cusco city or even inca terretory. know as a inca laboratory where they...

Package Type: Cultural

Difficulty: Easy

FROM

$99

per person

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Full-Day Sacred Valley Tour From Cusco

Full Day

With a rich array of archaeological sites and breathtaking scenery, joining a full-day Sacred Valley tour from Cusco is a...

Package Type: Cultural

Difficulty: Medium

FROM

$109

per person

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Half-Day The Best Cusco Tour | Explore Peru’s Imperial City

Half Day

If you’re visiting Peru’s Imperial City and are short on time, this half-day tour is just for you. Cusco is...

Package Type: Cultural

Difficulty: Easy

FROM

$89

per person

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  EXCELLENT  
  
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 Nicholas M 
 
 
 
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Best 1 day Tour We did the one day tour from Cusco to Rainbow Mountain, and the experience from start to finish was unbelievable. Abel was an incredible professional and truly excellent at what he does. The experience was perfect, and he was able to support my partner in reaching the Rainbow Mountain viewpoint with his expert knowledge and skills at altitude. We also managed to visit Red Valley, which was simply incredible. We would highly recommend this tour to anyone!
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Andrew G 
 
 
 
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Our guide made our Peruvian experience Simply the best! Mr Abel Jaimes of Sparrow Explorer Travel was extremely friendly, helpful and knowledgeable about South America in general and Peru in particular. I could not more highly recommend Mr Jaimes to organise a trip in Peru to highlight its many memorable attractions, most stemming from the incredible Inca heritage. A wonderful travel guide and an even better human being!
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Janie W 
 
 
 
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Machu Picchu and surrounds trip Abel was the best! His knowledge was outstanding. He was charming and great company and exceeded expectations every time. I highly recommend him when exploring Machu Picchu and surrounds.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Charley Bird 
 
 
 
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Amazon Rainforest Tour Fantastic experience with Sparrow Explorer Travel for my trip to the Amazon Rainforest. The tour was so well organised, with airport pick up and drop off as well as included meals. The lodge, Corto Maltes, provided a lovely stay. Clean rooms and bathrooms, comfortable bed with mosquito-net, pool, boutique, massage centre and two bars with lovely cocktails. The food was insanely good and the staff were so friendly and welcoming. The activities within the jungle were a once in a lifetime experience - bird watching, jungle walks, boat rides. We saw monkeys, otters, plenty of birds and even a turtle. Special shout out to the manager of the lodge, Jose, who made everything run smoothly and to my tour guide, Franklin, who was incredibly knowledgeable and made the tour one to remember. Highly recommend Sparrow Explorer Travel for the best Amazon experience you’ll ever have :)
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Georgia D 
 
 
 
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Literally the trip of a lifetime, even as an experienced traveller! I would do the Inca Trail Experience again and recommend to EVERYONE in a heartbeat!I booked this trip as Machu Picchu has been top of my bucket list and I’ve always wanted to explore Peru. I think I explored more of Peru than 99% of tourists and had the most incredible experiences every step of the way. The phrase “its about the destination not the journey” was proven absolutely true, I had so much fun and made amazing memories along the way so that there was never a wasted moment! I especially was grateful for Abel’s expert knowledge, passion, attitude and rapport with the locals everywhere we went. Everyone in our group got along with and appreciated Abel, he was always making every step of the way smooth and effortless! He also recommended amazing restaurants and experiences at certain times which was truly valuable and you just don’t get when you’re travelling on your own or without someone experienced. The tour was expertly planned and I’m honestly a bit sad that people who travel without Abel will not have as much fun as I did!
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Jal P 
 
 
 
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Trip of a lifetime! I have just returned from the Peru trip. All i can say is that i had the best time of my life. Abel, my amigo, has got to be best tour guide around. He is very professional, passionate about his country(especially Cusco), knowledgeable and very helpful. He would go out of his way to cater to for everyone. Every place he took us to was planned to perfection. He even took us to some places that weren't in the itinerary which was a bonus.He literally knows about everything. If you ask him any question about history of a place for example, he will give you an answer in depth.My birthday was during the trip and i didn't tell Abel till the day of my birthday as i didn't want it to be a big deal. During a homestay on an island in the middle of nowhere, Abel got me a birthday cake and caked me. We had a few birthdays on the trip and Abel made sure that them birthdays will never be forgotten. Even his birthday fell on the trip so we caked him twice.Abel was always looking out for everyone and making sure everyone was alright. Some people struggled with altitude sickness and Abel would give the right advice on when to take the special potion or when to take the altitude pill. He even called a doctor and got medicine for one traveler as she ended up with a stomach bug.Abel works 24/7. If you need anything at any time of day, he will sort it out for you.I highly recommend Sparrow Explorer Travel to anyone who is looking to visit Peru. And once you do it, you'll want to go back for more. Right now, i miss Peru, the people and my amigo Abel.As they say in South America, see you soon.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Joseph P 
 
 
 
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Best peru travel experience I highly reccomend Sparrow Explorer Travel to anyone considering travelling the sites of Peru. Abel is one of the most professional, knowledgeable and helpful tour guides I have ever met. All the sites we visited were amazing and I honestly would not have had the same experience with another guide or company. If you're considering visiting Peru, definitely book a tour with Sparrow Explorer Travel!!
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Annie 
 
 
 
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EPIC TRIP! Peru Uncovered with Sparrow Explorer What can I say! What a trip(Summer 2022)! Thank you for a memorable experience in Peru Sparrow Explorer. It was a magical way to end the summer. This was the perfect trip and company to introduce traveling again. Traveling with Sparrow Explorers ensured a seamless, action-packed and enjoyable trip discovering as much of Peru as possible. Every vehicle or guide carries an oxygen tank or has a quick remedy in case someone feels ill from the altitude. Everyday is well planned with an itinerary. It’s fantastic. All you have to do is get up and go! Uncovering Peru with the group creates camaraderie and life long friendships. I arrived alone and left with plenty friends. Epic! Abel our guide was a most gracious host. He is an extremely reliable guide and this company allows you to wander and savor everything Peru has to offer because Abel know it all. We left nothing unseen :) it was a phenomenal trip. I’d go back again just to hang out with Abel again <3
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Kelly_L123 
 
 
 
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Best tour ever! Abel took care to make sure my friends and I had the best time in Peru. He took me to many places that I wouldn't have seen if I was backpacking on my own. We had lunch at a park that had alpacas. He took me to see condors. He always made sure we were prepared for our day, telling us exactly what we needed to bring with us, and even warning us when we wouldn't see another bathroom for a while. He was the best tour guide I ever had!
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Miranda S 
 
 
 
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Trip of a lifetime I am so thankful to Abel for my month long trip to Peru. He made me feel so safe and welcome from day one. Abel will always go above and beyond for every step of your journey. Even when we parted ways he still continued to plan some of my days and check in to make sure that I was doing well. He made my dreams come true on this trip. Abel was born in Cusco and is going to school for geology so his knowledge is extensive and truthful, which made him the only guide who could answer all of my questions to the extent and depth I desired. He is truly passionate about what he does and it shows. No matter what kind of trip you want to have whether that’s hiking, history, relaxation, or all of the above, Abel will make it happen. I am so grateful to have had him and Sparrow Explorer for this trip.
  
 
  
 
 
 
   
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
  EXCELLENT  
  
 Based on 30 reviews 
 
 
  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  
 
 
 
 Posted on Google  
 
  
 
 
 Nicholas Murray 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. 
We did the one day tour from Cusco to Rainbow Mountain, and the experience from start to finish was unbelievable. Abel was an incredible professional and truly excellent at what he does. The experience was perfect, and he was able to support my partner in reaching the Rainbow Mountain viewpoint with his expert knowledge and skills at altitude. We also managed to visit Red Valley, which was simply incredible. We would highly recommend this tour to anyone!
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Arron M. Smith 
 
 
 
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Booking with them made my Machu Picchu trip a dream come true! They arranged everything, including my Huayna Picchu hike permit. The guides were knowledgeable, friendly, and truly cared about my experience.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Komal Nidhi 
 
 
 
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I joined their Inca Trail package, and it was incredible! They handled permits, transportation, and even recommended the best spots for photos at the Sun Gate. I’ll cherish this forever!
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Leo Flores 
 
 
 
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Awesome trip!  We did the 2-day Inca trail to Machu Picchu May-2025 and Sparrow Explorer took care of everything; all we had to do was show up. It was very easy and pleasant to work with Abel and our guide Edwan was fantastic.  I highly recommend Sparrow to anyone.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Edward Stanistreet 
 
 
 
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Sparrow Explorer organised our group of 6 around The Galapagos, Equador and then Cusco/Machu Picchu, Peru over 11 days. Fantastic experience in both regions, with quality accommodation and full agenda. Abel Jaime's the business owner and our guide in Peru was extremely knowledgeable and helpful and made our experience not fulfilling and enjoyable. Highly recommended.
  
 
  
 
 
 
 Posted on Google  
 
  
 
 
 Charley Bird. 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. 
Fantastic experience with Sparrow Explorer Travel for my trip to the Amazon Rainforest. The tour was so well organised, with airport pick up and drop off as well as included meals. The lodge, Corto Maltes, provided a lovely stay. Clean rooms and bathrooms, comfortable bed with mosquito-net, pool, boutique, massage centre and two bars with lovely cocktails. The food was insanely good and the staff were so friendly and welcoming. The activities within the jungle were a once in a lifetime experience - bird watching, jungle walks, boat rides. We saw monkeys, otters, plenty of birds and even a turtle. Special shout out to the manager of the lodge, Jose, who made everything run smoothly and to my tour guide, Franklin, who was incredibly knowledgeable and made the tour one to remember. Highly recommend Sparrow Explorer Travel for the best Amazon experience you’ll ever have :)
  
 
  
 
 
 
 Posted on Google  
 
  
 
 
 Jal Patel 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. 
I have just returned from the Peru trip. All i can say is that i had the best time of my life. Abel, my amigo, has got to be best tour guide around. He is very professional, passionate about his country(especially Cusco), knowledgeable and very helpful. He would go out of his way to cater to for everyone. Every place he took us to was planned to perfection. He even took us to some places that weren't in the itinerary which was a bonus. He literally knows about everything. If you ask him any question about history of a place for example, he will give you an answer in depth. My birthday was during the trip and i didn't tell Abel till the day of my birthday as i didn't want it to be a big deal. During a homestay on an island in the middle of nowhere, Abel got me a birthday cake and caked me. We had a few birthdays on the trip and Abel made sure that them birthdays will never be forgotten. Even his birthday fell on the trip so we caked him twice. Abel was always looking out for everyone and making sure everyone was alright. Some people struggled with altitude sickness and Abel would give the right advice on when to take the special potion or when to take the altitude pill. He even called a doctor and got medicine for one traveler as she ended up with a stomach bug. Abel works 24/7. If you need anything at any time of day, he will sort it out for you. I highly recommend Sparrow Explorer Travel to anyone who is looking to visit Peru. And once you do it, you'll want to go back for more. Right now, i miss Peru, the people and my amigo Abel. As they say in South America, see you soon.
  
 
  
 
 
 
 Posted on Google  
 
  
 
 
 Brendan Brownscombe 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. 
Abel, This guy was an absolute rockstar. Each trip has moments that aren’t great and are beyond anyone’s control. Mine was arriving in Peru and having my baggage still in Australia. In this time Abel was so attentive and supportive in helping me get anything that I needed taking me shopping, making it possible for me to still enjoy the trip and going above and beyond. By the end of the trip Abel was so much more than the tour guide we expected, he had become a friend.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Joseph Perera 
 
 
 
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I highly reccomend Sparrow Explorer Travel to anyone considering travelling the sites of Peru. Abel is one of the most professional, knowledgeable and helpful tour guides I have ever met. All the sites we visited were amazing and I honestly would not have had the same experience with another guide or company. If you're considering visiting Peru, definitely book a tour with Sparrow Explorer Travel!!
  
 
  
 
 
 
 Posted on Google  
 
  
 
 
 Annie 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. 
What can I say! What a trip(Summer 2022)! Thank you for a memorable experience in Peru Sparrow Explorer. It was a magical way to end the summer. This was the perfect trip and company to introduce traveling again. Traveling with Sparrow Explorers ensured a seamless, action-packed and enjoyable trip discovering as much of Peru as possible in a month as a solo female traveler. Every vehicle or guide carries an oxygen tank or has a quick remedy in case someone feels ill from the altitude. Everyday is well planned with an itinerary. It’s fantastic. All you have to do is get up and go! Uncovering Peru with the group creates camaraderie and life long friendships. I arrived alone and left with plenty friends. Epic! Abel our guide was a most gracious host. He is an extremely reliable guide and this company allows you to wander and savor everything Peru has to offer because Abel knows it all. We left nothing unseen :) it was a phenomenal trip. I’d go back just to hang out with Abel again <3