Peru · PRIVATE
Good private tours fill up weeks ahead; the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Review of a private Humantay Lake hike from Cusco with breakfast, lunch, transport, coca ceremony, horse option, and practical tips.
“Out guide was fantastic. Frank is great and attentive so ask for him and trust his recommendation for sure”
Review of a private full-day Machu Picchu tour from Cusco, with train travel, private transfers, expert guiding, costs, and practical tips.
“The train ride up to Macho Picho was breath taking. Loved it! The tour guide was extremely knowledgeable and friendly, was well as a great photo taker. Macho Picho was impressive and interesting. The tour operator did an outstanding job changing tour itinerary because my tour was delayed a day due to Peru Airport shut down for a day. The tour operator also did a great job preparing the tour and explaining how it was to be executed. This tour was a great experience.”
Review of a private Machu Picchu guide in Aguas Calientes, with practical advice on circuits, timing, price, transport, and what to expect.
“Our tour guide was Javier. Javier previously served in the Peruvian military, and we really appreciated his perspective on the sites. He gave great detail to the history of Machu Picchu, deviated the tour when we asked specific questions to better understand how the citadel was built and why. He took great photos of us enjoying the site. I definitely recommend this service.”
Review of Lima’s private airport transfer, including pickup, comfort, Wi-Fi, price, communication, reliability, and practical booking tips.
“Great private transfer from Lima airport to city. Punctual. Polite. Felt safe. Helpful driver. Easy to find at airport with clear sign”
Review of a private Cusco to Machu Picchu day tour, with train travel, Sacred Valley views, guide service, price, timing, and practical tips.
“Julio and Paul were great guides. They contacted us the previous days with all the details and waited at the entrance. Of course they do a great tour but I want also to say how great photographers they both are! 😁”
Review of Lima airport transfers by Travelcab Peru, covering pickup, SUV comfort, communication, pricing, delays, value, and booking tips.
“Take a cab instead of this service in Lima. No one was there to meet me. Had to wait about a half hour for the driver. He didn’t know where my hotel was and took me to the wrong one. Will never use this company in Lima again.”
Review of the private Humantay Lake tour from Cusco, with transport, meals, hiking details, price, altitude tips, and honest advice.
“We went up with a private tour, i am not sure if it added much to the experience, the guide didn't say much. I payed extra for a horse to get to the top, i recommend this for sure! Overall can do this without a private tour”
Review of a private Machu Picchu tour from Aguas Calientes, covering guides, circuits, buses, timing, value, photos, and practical tips.
“Jaime was an excellent guide, knowledgeable and well-versed in the history and culture of Machu Picchu. We took Circuit 2 and it surpassed our party of 5’s expectations. He went above and beyond, picked us up at the train station and escorted us to our hotel. He was extremely thoughtful, let us have time alone at the hotel to wash up from the train trip and regroup and recommended a place to have lunch, then picked us up again. Excellent in every way! He made it seamless for us. His English is also excellent.”
Review of a private Rainbow Mountain tour from Cusco with an 8 am start, private guide, high-altitude hike, scenic drive, and picnic lunch.
“Frank gave us the best private tour we have ever had. He was wonderful and we loved his excellent explanations and details. He planned a super tour and made every moment a fantastic memory. We highly recommend Frank as a tour guide and Viator as a tour company.”
Review of a private Sacred Valley tour from Cusco, with Maras, Moray, Ollantaytambo, Pisac, costs, timing, guides, and practical tips.
“Today's private tour with Gorki was truly exceptional! From the moment we set out, Gorki's expertise, passion, and warm personality shone through. We explored the breathtaking Salineras de Maras, marveling at the ancient salt mines' ingenuity. At Moray, Gorki's insights into the Inca's agricultural genius left me in awe. The Archaeological Park was a treasure trove of history, with Gorki bringing the ruins to life. Ollantaytambo's majestic fortress and picturesque village stole our hearts, and Gorki's stories of its history and significance were captivating. Pisac's vibrant market and stunning views were the perfect finale to our tour. Gorki's knowledge and enthusiasm made every moment unfor...”
Review of Lima’s private full-day tour, covering colonial sights, Museo Larco, Huaca Pucllana, Miraflores, and Morro Solar.
“Excellent Experience! Ismael was a great driver. Our tour guide Nathaly is very warm, friendly and extremely knowledgeable. I highly recommend this dynamic duo! We had lunch at Larco Museum which was tasty and offered very attentive service. Julio M. was our waiter and he was wonderful. This was a day well spent!!”
Review of a private Rainbow Mountain trip from Cusco, with early pickup, breakfast, guided hike, meals, transport, and practical tips.
“They didn't show up as scheduled and waited 2 hours past the time of pick up to tell us they weren't coming. We had to get a taxi to take us. Wouldn't recommend”
Review the 16-hour private Machu Picchu and Huayna Picchu tour from Cusco, with train tickets, transfers, guides, costs, and practical tips.
“Its a long day but totally worth it. the tour guide met with us at the hotel the night before to give us the tickets and go step by step through the tour. Edgar (the driver) and Juan Carlos ( the tour guide) were both great. Huayna Picchu is a steep trail and narrow at some points but the tour guide stopped and multiple points so that we could catch out breath and continue on. Our train back was delayed 1.5 hours because a tree obstructed the train tracks and even though the company (Peru Rail) were terrible at giving updates and providing information I informed the tour guide through…”
A practical review of TreXperience’s private 4-day Inca Trail, with camps, meals, porter service, Machu Picchu access, costs, and trail tips.
“Our guide, Renato was so knowledgeable, kind and accomodating. You could really feel his passion in everything he talked about and he made the trip so special. Efrain was also very helpful and a pleasure to be around for 4 days.”
Private Machu Picchu guide from Aguas Calientes with expert history, flexible pacing, photos, and help with the park’s strict circuits.
“Booked months in advance with pick up location and time clearly stated on confirmation. They didn’t show up. When I called they said they didn’t know. Then when I asked for my money back because this was a documented error on their part, they refused. They also said the attempted to contact me the day before departure which was also a lie. Would you spend your money at a place that would treat you that way when they are in truth at fault?”
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