An exceptional and memorable trip to Peru.
Visiting Peru and Machu Picchu was a lifetime dream and I chose Kuoda Travel after extensive research and high expectations. From the initial contact with Nadia, my Travel Designer, I knew Kuoda was the right choice. Nadia’s warmth and knowledge was evident right from the start. She designed an 8-day itinerary that was authentic, thoughtful and well-paced. From Lima through the Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Cusco, and back to Lima, everything was flawless. In addition to a detailed Day-by-Day Itinerary, she provided us a Destination Guide and a Peru Guide that answered all of our questions. Once in Peru we communicated with the Kuoda team, including Lucas, the Customer Care Supervisor, through WhatsApp. At every step of the way there was someone at our side to help us navigate this beautiful country; from Sarah and Ofelia for the airport arrivals and departures, to Jose, our driver. But the trip was made extraordinary by our warm and wonderful Tour Guide, Evelyn. She was the person that brought Peru to life for me and my best friend. Although I had dreamed of Machu Picchu for over forty years, and am in the travel industry, it was hard to believe my friend Debbie was unaware of its existence. Evelyn, our Guide, was with us throughout our journey, and her knowledge and passion for the history, culture, geography, flora, and fauna of Peru was amazing. Her enthusiasm was infectious. We delighted in every experience, from visiting the llamas and alpacas, the amazing lunches at a hacienda and private home, the women weavers near the town of Chinchero, the Maras salt pans, and so much more. Of course, the highlight was Machu Picchu. Evelyn made it come alive. We were fortunate to have multiple visits to the site, so were able to enjoy a slow and thoughtful pace to appreciate the splendor of being there. Staying at the Sanctuary Lodge, steps away from the site, and riding the luxurious Hiram Bingham train fulfilled my Peruvian wish list. Hotels were excellent, food delicious, and museums informative, especially the Larco Museum in Lima. Cusco was colorful, churches beautiful and the Pachamama ceremony giving thanks to Mother Earth on our last morning in Peru was a wonderful spiritual way to make our journey complete. All of this under the guidance of Evelyn and the Kuoda team, our travel family. Kuoda exemplifies the very best of Peru. They provide an exceptional service and I feel confident they will make your dreams come true too.