EXPLORE
PERÚ
Peru, as only a Peruvian can show it
Luxury journeys to Peru · Groups large or small
Machu Picchu before the crowds. Tables in Lima you'd never find alone. Quiet mornings on the highest navigable lake on earth. Hosted by Roy, who calls this country home.
Machu Picchu, first light
Our philosophy
Peru is not a place you see. It's a place you feel — in the thin, bright air of the Andes, in the hush of a cloud forest at dawn, in the first sip of a pisco sour poured by someone who's been making them for thirty years.
We take groups of travelers, large or small, into the heart of it. Every hotel is chosen by hand, every guide is someone we know by name, and every day is shaped around beauty, culture and the unhurried moments that stay with you long after you've flown home.
Roy's Peru
Roy is Peruvian, and he has never stopped being in love with his country. Its mountains, its markets, its music, its food — and most of all its people. Explore began with a simple wish: to share the Peru he knows with the people we care about.
When you travel with us, you're not following a tour guide with a flag. You're being welcomed the way a Peruvian family welcomes guests — with warmth, with generosity, and with a table that's always a little too full.
Roy handles the introductions: the weaver in Chinchero whose family has worked the same patterns for generations, the chef who'll pull you into the kitchen, the quiet viewpoint above the Sacred Valley that isn't on any map. That's the difference between visiting Peru and belonging to it, if only for a little while.
Roy & MattFounders, Explore
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Desert coast to glacier peaks to rainforest — Peru holds more of the world's beauty than seems possible for one country. Our journeys move through it slowly, and in style.
The table where the journey begins
South America's culinary capital, perched on cliffs above the Pacific. Private market mornings, tasting menus at the restaurants that put Peruvian cuisine on the world stage, and a pisco sour lesson in the city that perfected it.
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Where the Inca farmed the sky
Boutique haciendas beneath snow-capped peaks. Terraces carved into mountainsides centuries ago, living weaving traditions in Chinchero, and long dinners under a sky so clear it feels close enough to touch.
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Culture you can hold in your hands
A scenic rail journey along the Urubamba River, then the citadel itself in the soft early light. Along the way: the textiles, rituals and mountain villages that make the Andes a living culture, not a museum.
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The high plains, by rail
Polished wood, white linen and a window full of mountains. The journey across the high Andean plains to Lake Titicaca is one of the great rail experiences of the world — and every bit as beautiful as the destination.
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A different kind of silence
Mist rising off the canopy at dawn. Pink river dolphins, macaws, and the sounds of the rainforest from the deck of a boutique river cruise or a secluded jungle lodge. The wildest, most alive chapter of all.
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“The world gets quieter up here. You'll feel it on the lake at sunset — and you'll understand why we keep coming back.”
Lake Titicaca, 3,812 m
Signature journeys
Every journey is a starting point. We tailor dates, pace, hotels and experiences to your group.
Lima's tables, the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu. The essential Peru, done beautifully.
The full sweep: coast, mountains, the altiplano by rail, Lake Titicaca and a rainforest finale.
Unhurried and complete. Every region, more time in each, and room for the unexpected.
Travel together
Our journeys are designed for groups large or small — an intimate party of four, a family reunion, a milestone celebration, or a company retreat of thirty. Whatever the size, every traveler gets the same personal care, and there's always room for more at the table.
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travelers taken to Peru. And after every journey, they all ask us the same thing:
“When can we go back?”
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“Not only did I meet a lifelong group of friends, but I had the best time just being able to relax and enjoy my vacation and the country rather than having to work out all of the travel details… Roy is an amazing person, tour guide and friend. It is safe to say, this is one of the best vacations I have ever had.”
“We were celebrating our 30th wedding anniversary, and Roy informed everyone of this, so there was a celebration at every destination. We fell in love with Peru. Thank you Roy for the adventure of a lifetime!”
“This was a thrilling adventure that went beyond my wildest expectations… Roy, with his relaxed and fun-going personality, made everything feel spontaneous even though an extraordinary amount of planning and organizing went into it. If Peru is on your bucket list, Explore Peru is the way to go!”
“Roy was the perfect host for introducing us to his home country. The guides he utilized were very knowledgeable and wonderful to spend time with… Thank you Roy for a trip that will remain indelible in our hearts and our minds.”
“Wow! Our trip to Peru was magical. The beautiful people, eating the food from the soil and celebrating the customs and traditions of the Incas are memories we will never forget… I will recommend this trip for the rest of my life!”
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The Explore Collection
Hoodies, tees and travel essentials inspired by the Andes, woven textiles and the people we travel with. Made to order and shipped to your door.
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How it works
Share your group, your dates and what moves you. Food, adventure, culture, rest — or all of it.
Roy shapes a journey around your group, with hotels, guides and experiences chosen personally.
Everything is arranged. All that's left is to look up, breathe in, and let Peru happen.
Get to know your guides
Founder · Peru specialist
I was born and raised in Peru. I earned my degree in Hotel and Tourism Administration at Ricardo Palma University in 2004 and began my career as a Tour Coordinator, working for a large organization named The Hope Alliance in Lima.
After immigrating to the USA, I was anxious to continue my career in hospitality. In 2008 I started working for one of the most exclusive resorts in North America. Stein Eriksen Lodge became a game changer and was eye-opening for me — ten years with the company gave me a complete understanding of the highest customer service in the industry and what it takes to be a Forbes Five-Star and AAA Five Diamond luxury hotel and resort.
With the knowledge to do great, and the desire to come back to my roots, in 2017 I started sharing my passion for my country, inviting a few friends to travel with me to Peru. What started as a small project quickly became a business. EXPLORE represents the beginning of an exciting journey, and I know that with dedication, hard work and passion for what I do, I will be able to achieve my dreams.
I am an active professional and pride myself on my ability to add personal touches to every tour I conduct. It is extremely important to me that my guests return home with experiences to remember.
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Co-founder · World traveler
I've traveled to over 100 different countries and have a passion for learning to understand cultures and lifestyles from around the world. I recently completed a 24-day trip around the world with my dad, and it was the most breathtaking experience of my life.
Being in hospitality for the last 20 years, I have learned that memories are the true treasure in life. Experiencing every corner of the globe is a passion of mine, and I hope to continue to share that passion with all of you.
I focus mainly on Asia, the Middle East and Eastern European countries. I like to build itineraries with a little bit of adventure and leisure combined — one day white-water rafting in the jungles of Thailand, the next getting massages on the beaches of Malaysia.
Safety and comfort are top priority when it comes to traveling abroad. I want my travel companions to always feel welcomed and relaxed, while making life richer with moments to hold onto forever.
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Reserve your place
$500
deposit holds your spot on any itinerary. Multiple payment plans are available to make your dream trip possible.
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Booking is easy. Choose the journey you're interested in, send us your booking request, and pay the deposit. One of our travel guides will then reach out personally to plan the rest of your trip with you.
All itineraries require a $500 deposit to reserve your place. Multiple payment plans are available for the balance, so you can spread the cost in a way that works for you.
Peru is our heart and home, from hiking the Inca Trail to the Sacred Valley, Lake Titicaca and the Amazon. We also offer journeys across Asia, South America and even a global tour, from the jungles of Thailand to the beaches of Malaysia. Whatever kind of adventure you're looking for, we have an itinerary that fits your need to Explore.
We offer a variety of accommodations, including luxury hotels, resorts, villas and more, from a modern private-island resort in Cambodia to a night with a local community. Accommodations vary depending on the itinerary, and on our Peru journeys we partner with properties like Belmond Hotel Monasterio and Sumaq Machu Picchu.
Yes. We host groups large or small, from a couple or a few friends to families, clubs and organizations of 40 or more. Every journey is shaped around your group.
Once you've paid your deposit and received your full itinerary from your guide, it will come with comprehensive instructions on vaccines and suggested medicine to take on your trip.
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Tell us about your group and your dates. Roy will reply personally to confirm availability and reserve your journey.
$500 deposit reserves your place · payment plans available
Bienvenidos. We can't wait to show you our country.
