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Go Ahead Tours Ancient Peru & Machu Picchu Tour
You'll unearth lost cities and native cultures on this incredible tour to Peru & Machu Picchu.
Average Customer Rating:
(96 Reviews) 96
48 out of 52 92% of customers would recommend this tour.
Customer Reviews for Ancient Peru & Machu Picchu Tour
Review 1 for Ancient Peru & Machu Picchu Tour
Overall Rating
Tour Value
5
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5
Tour Director
5
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5
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by BCAMP2 |
Number of past tours:8
Traveled on:06/07/2009
Location:OH
Gender:Female
I traveled:with friend(s)
by BCAMP2 |
August 9, 2010
Add Peru & Machu Picchu Tour to "Bucket List"
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This was one of my favorite trips as it was the first trip to any South American country. June was an ideal time to travel. Many travelers in our group did not take the excursion to the Nazca Lines but I'm glad I didn't miss it. I can see why Machu Picchu is one of the "wonders of the world". We had an excellent tour guide, the food was great and we had centrally located hotels. Loved those alpacas and llamas. The only regret is the Amazon Rain Forest extension wasn't included in 2009.
Recommended for: Active Travelers, Anniversary Trips, Trip Of A Lifetime, First Time Travelers, Nature & Wildlife, Solo Travelers, Family Vacations, Art, History, & Culture, Experienced Travelers
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Review 2 for Ancient Peru & Machu Picchu Tour
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Tour Value
4
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5
Tour Director
5
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5
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Challenging
by JNOVOTNE1 |
Number of past tours:1
Traveled on:09/20/2009
Location:OR
Gender:Male
I traveled:with my spouse/significant other
by JNOVOTNE1 |
July 25, 2010
Outstanding, Outstanding!!
I have never been to a place more enjoyable then Peru! We had a wonderful guide and the country has so many wonderul things to see and always an adventure.
The people of Peru are friendly and seeing their way of life was very enjoyable for us. I would go back in a heatbeat. The food is outstanding and so much history to see and just being there was awesome!
The people of Peru are friendly and seeing their way of life was very enjoyable for us. I would go back in a heatbeat. The food is outstanding and so much history to see and just being there was awesome!
Recommended for: Active Travelers, Anniversary Trips, Trip Of A Lifetime, Food & Wine, Honeymoons, First Time Travelers, Nature & Wildlife, Solo Travelers, Family Vacations, Relaxing Retreat, Art, History, & Culture, Experienced Travelers
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Review 3 for Ancient Peru & Machu Picchu Tour
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Tour Value
5
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5
Tour Director
5
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5
Leisurely
Challenging
by SNORFLEET1 |
Number of past tours:2
Traveled on:10/19/2008
Location:CO
Gender:Female
I traveled:with my spouse/significant other
by SNORFLEET1 |
July 14, 2010
Expectations fulfilled and a lot of fun!
This was a great trip and our tour guide was professional and personable. The tour covered everything we expected and it was a fantastic experience. We had memorable laughs with Edwin, our tour guide, and everything went smoothly. I can't imagine seeing everything we saw and learned about the culture of the area without Go Ahead's guidance and direction for organized activities and for "free time" opportunities. I recommend this travel adventure to anyone interested in ancient Peru because it was amazing! Thank you, Go Ahead. Your tours are the best!
Recommended for: Active Travelers, Trip Of A Lifetime, Art, History, & Culture, Experienced Travelers
+20points
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Review 4 for Ancient Peru & Machu Picchu Tour
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Tour Value
5
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5
Tour Director
4
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5
Leisurely
Challenging
by AENGLERT2 |
Number of past tours:2
Traveled on:06/06/2010
Location:IN
Gender:Male
I traveled:with friend(s)
by AENGLERT2 |
July 14, 2010
A great way to see the highlights of Peru
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This is a wonderful trip for the price. Peru could be difficult to navigate on your own, particularly if you want to see Lima as well as Cusco. The price of this trip was wonderful. The pace is challenging due to altitude and walking expectations, but they give you fair warning in the brochure. Highly recommened.
Recommended for: Active Travelers, Trip Of A Lifetime, Nature & Wildlife, Solo Travelers, Art, History, & Culture, Experienced Travelers
+19points
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Review 5 for Ancient Peru & Machu Picchu Tour
Overall Rating
Tour Value
5
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5
Tour Director
5
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5
Leisurely
Challenging
by FREUDENWALD |
Number of past tours:1
Traveled on:04/19/2012
Location:CT
Age:60+
Gender:Female
I traveled:with friend(s)
by FREUDENWALD |
May 12, 2012
OUTSTANDING!
This was my first tour ever, and so it was the best! The director could not have been better, the scenery was fabulous, the food delicious (except for the guinia pig which was 'interesting'), and the history the highlight. The down sides? The last extra dinner in Cuzco, the altitude (but worth it), and .... well, that's about it. I'd love to return but to see some other spots like Lake Titicaca, especially if we could have the same director.
Recommended for: Active Travelers, Nature & Wildlife, Solo Travelers, Art, History, & Culture, Trip Of A Lifetime, First Time Travelers, Experienced Travelers
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Review 6 for Ancient Peru & Machu Picchu Tour
Overall Rating
Tour Value
4
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5
Tour Director
3
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5
Leisurely
Challenging
by LBROTHERS19 |
Number of past tours:2
Traveled on:04/19/2012
Location:KY
Age:60+
Gender:Male
I traveled:with my spouse/significant other
by LBROTHERS19 |
May 12, 2012
Machu Picchu Was Amazing But Need More Time There
The main attraction of this tour, Machu Picchu, exceeded all expectations but this tour needs to be restructured so that more time is devoted to Machu Picchu and less to Lima and Cusco. For most people on our tour the total time actually spent at Machu Picchu was two or three hours out of a ten day tour. There was the option to stay later in the day and we decided to do that. There also was some time to visit the next morning but few on our tour took that option as you had to find your own tickets and make your way on your own.
Hotels were ok. Food was generally excellent. City tours in Cusco were also excellent. And, tour was a good value given the current cost of airfare to Lima and Cusco. This would be a difficult trip to make on your own unless you are well traveled in South America.
The trip could be improved greatly by adding at least one night and one full day to the time spent in Machu Picchu.
Hotels were ok. Food was generally excellent. City tours in Cusco were also excellent. And, tour was a good value given the current cost of airfare to Lima and Cusco. This would be a difficult trip to make on your own unless you are well traveled in South America.
The trip could be improved greatly by adding at least one night and one full day to the time spent in Machu Picchu.
Recommended for: Art, History, & Culture, Trip Of A Lifetime
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Review 7 for Ancient Peru & Machu Picchu Tour
Overall Rating
Tour Value
4
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5
Tour Director
5
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5
Leisurely
Challenging
by Anonymous |
Number of past tours:1
Traveled on:04/19/2012
Location:CO
Age:60+
Gender:Male
I traveled:with my spouse/significant other
by Anonymous |
May 11, 2012
Peru
1. Scheduling was poor. After a long flight to Lima, we had a full day tour followed by a free day. This should have been reversed.
2. Some tours strated at 2 pm. These should have been morning tours, especially with the age of the tour group (seniors).
3. We all came to see Machu Micchu, yet we only had one night there. This should be extended to two nights. The local guide rushed us to the top, leaving little time to see and discuss anything. I think he forgot he had a senior group.
4. Our tour guide, Edwin, was excellent, and he tried to fill our 11 days despite the many "free days".
5. The highlight of our trip was the Rain Forest, and the trip down the Amazon. that, plus Machu Picchu, made the trip memorable and worthwhile. However, because of all the free days, and bad tour planning as mentioned, I would hestitate taking another tour with Go Ahead.
2. Some tours strated at 2 pm. These should have been morning tours, especially with the age of the tour group (seniors).
3. We all came to see Machu Micchu, yet we only had one night there. This should be extended to two nights. The local guide rushed us to the top, leaving little time to see and discuss anything. I think he forgot he had a senior group.
4. Our tour guide, Edwin, was excellent, and he tried to fill our 11 days despite the many "free days".
5. The highlight of our trip was the Rain Forest, and the trip down the Amazon. that, plus Machu Picchu, made the trip memorable and worthwhile. However, because of all the free days, and bad tour planning as mentioned, I would hestitate taking another tour with Go Ahead.
Recommended for: Nature & Wildlife, Art, History, & Culture
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Review 8 for Ancient Peru & Machu Picchu Tour
Overall Rating
Tour Value
4
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5
Tour Director
4
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5
Leisurely
Challenging
by DMONROE17 |
Number of past tours:3
Traveled on:04/19/2012
Location:MN
Age:60+
Gender:Male
I traveled:with my spouse/significant other
by DMONROE17 |
May 10, 2012
Trip to be remembered
What a breathtaking experience! Our trip was well planned for the most part. The only part that could be given some thought is the flight back for Cuzco on Sat. and then touring in Lima for most of the day, then the midnight flight back to sthe USA. When we got home it had been 39 hours with out a bed. It took severeal days to catch up on sleep.
We had a great time and I am glad that we were able to see the country.
We had a great time and I am glad that we were able to see the country.
Recommended for: Active Travelers, Art, History, & Culture
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Review 9 for Ancient Peru & Machu Picchu Tour
Overall Rating
Tour Value
5
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5
Tour Director
5
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5
Leisurely
Challenging
by LDAVIS201 |
Number of past tours:4
Traveled on:04/19/2012
Location:AZ
Age:60+
Gender:Female
I traveled:solo
by LDAVIS201 |
May 10, 2012
Ancient Peru & Machu Picchu
This was a great tour and I'm so glad I took it. Our tour guide, Edwin was great and went out of his way to take care of the group. The whole area around Cusco is really beautiful. The food was great. I thought the pace was really good. There were several days that you could do whatever you wanted. I like photography so it gave me time on my own to "do my own thing".
This was the first tour I've taken by myself. The whole tour group made me feel welcome.
This was the first tour I've taken by myself. The whole tour group made me feel welcome.
Recommended for: Active Travelers, Solo Travelers, Trip Of A Lifetime, First Time Travelers, Experienced Travelers
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Review 10 for Ancient Peru & Machu Picchu Tour
Overall Rating
Tour Value
5
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5
Tour Director
5
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5
Leisurely
Challenging
by MTHOMAS285 |
Number of past tours:2
Traveled on:04/19/2012
Location:IA
Age:50-59
Gender:Male
I traveled:with my spouse/significant other
by MTHOMAS285 |
May 10, 2012
Machu Picchu / Peru tour
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My wife and I decided to tour Peru for our 30th wedding anniversary. We both agreed after our tour that this trip should be on everyone's "bucket" list. Peru is a very diverse country. Their culture and communities are very welcoming to tourists. The views were spectacular, their foods an exciting adventure every day, and the hotel accomudations made our trip very enjoyable. Machu Picchu is the cornerstone of the trip, but we highly recommend adding the Amazon excursion. We cannot say enough good things about "Go Ahead Tours", and the high end service they provide. Mike and Dawn.
Recommended for: Active Travelers, Anniversary Trips, Nature & Wildlife, Solo Travelers, Art, History, & Culture, Trip Of A Lifetime, Experienced Travelers
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Review 11 for Ancient Peru & Machu Picchu Tour
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Tour Value
5
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5
Tour Director
5
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5
Leisurely
Challenging
by GSHELTON4 |
Number of past tours:8
Traveled on:04/19/2012
Location:LA
Age:50-59
Gender:Female
I traveled:with a group coordinator/organization
by GSHELTON4 |
May 2, 2012
Fascinating Country!
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What a fascinating place! I had dreamed of seeing Macchu Pichu and the Nazca Lines for years, and I was thrilled to get the opportunity. Our guide, Edwin, was great, and the local guides were excellent. I have been traveling with Go Ahead for 10 years, and I would highly recommend this company to everyone.
Recommended for: Active Travelers, Anniversary Trips, Nature & Wildlife, Solo Travelers, Family Vacations, Art, History, & Culture, Trip Of A Lifetime, Experienced Travelers
+1point
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Review 12 for Ancient Peru & Machu Picchu Tour
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Tour Value
5
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5
Tour Director
5
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5
Leisurely
Challenging
by SHIRLEYFOWLER |
Number of past tours:1
Traveled on:03/22/2012
Location:TX
Age:60+
Gender:Female
I traveled:with my spouse/significant other
by SHIRLEYFOWLER |
April 15, 2012
Intrigued by Peru
Beautiful country. Wonderful people. Fascinating history.
Recommended for: Trip Of A Lifetime
+1point
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Review 13 for Ancient Peru & Machu Picchu Tour
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Tour Value
5
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5
Tour Director
5
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5
Leisurely
Challenging
by Anonymous |
Number of past tours:1
Traveled on:03/22/2012
Location:TX
Age:60+
Gender:Male
I traveled:with my spouse/significant other
by Anonymous |
April 12, 2012
We've Waited a Long Time for "This One!"
Wonderful tour group - Just the right size, affable, accommodating!
Exceptional tour guide - instructive, considerate, patient, professional!
Spot on itinerary - diverse, inclusive, interesting!
Accommodations/Meals - 5 star lodgings, excellent meals, superb outside restaurant referrals from guide
Overall - the experience of a lifetime!
"We'll be back with Go Ahead real soon. We're looking for a package to the Scandinavian countries. And to round out my bucket list - Egypt. Go Ahead's 'Way Ahead' of other travel companies we're tried!"
Exceptional tour guide - instructive, considerate, patient, professional!
Spot on itinerary - diverse, inclusive, interesting!
Accommodations/Meals - 5 star lodgings, excellent meals, superb outside restaurant referrals from guide
Overall - the experience of a lifetime!
"We'll be back with Go Ahead real soon. We're looking for a package to the Scandinavian countries. And to round out my bucket list - Egypt. Go Ahead's 'Way Ahead' of other travel companies we're tried!"
Recommended for: Active Travelers, Art, History, & Culture, Trip Of A Lifetime, Experienced Travelers
+2points
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Review 14 for Ancient Peru & Machu Picchu Tour
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Tour Value
5
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5
Tour Director
5
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5
Leisurely
Challenging
by JHUDSON19 |
Number of past tours:16
Traveled on:01/26/2012
Location:FL
Age:60+
Gender:Female
I traveled:with my spouse/significant other
by JHUDSON19 |
February 24, 2012
Machu Picchu was a Highlight
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Our trip to Peru was a fabulous experience. When we visited Macchu Picchu, it was a clear beautiful day and we took wonderful pictures. Our guide was very knowledgeable and accommodating. This was a very challenging trip adjusting to the high altitude, but it was well worth it. Our optional trip to the Amazon was quite a contrast to the mountain area. We really enjoyed visiting the small villages and the school where the children entertained us. We even went Piranha fishing. I would recommend this trip to anyone who is up for the challenge!!
Recommended for: Active Travelers, Family Vacations
+3points
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Review 15 for Ancient Peru & Machu Picchu Tour
Overall Rating
Tour Value
4
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5
Tour Director
4
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5
Leisurely
Challenging
by KHEMEON1 |
Number of past tours:2
Traveled on:01/26/2012
Location:MA
Age:50-59
Gender:Female
I traveled:with friend(s)
by KHEMEON1 |
February 16, 2012
Machu Picchu was incredible! Loved the train too!
Great trip but take your altitude sickness meds (despite what the tour guide says)!
The altitude can put a real damper on your ability to participate and have fun!
I lost 2 entire days of tours due to altitude sickness. You do finally adjust but it takes time. Going to Machu Picchu helped and made it all worth it!
The Amazon extension was also fabulous! A great guide and wonderful experiences meeting the locals was provided. Loved all of the boat rides and being on the river. The accommodations and food was wonderful too!
All in all an unforgettable trip!
The altitude can put a real damper on your ability to participate and have fun!
I lost 2 entire days of tours due to altitude sickness. You do finally adjust but it takes time. Going to Machu Picchu helped and made it all worth it!
The Amazon extension was also fabulous! A great guide and wonderful experiences meeting the locals was provided. Loved all of the boat rides and being on the river. The accommodations and food was wonderful too!
All in all an unforgettable trip!
Recommended for: Active Travelers, Solo Travelers, Art, History, & Culture, Experienced Travelers
+3points
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Review 16 for Ancient Peru & Machu Picchu Tour
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Tour Value
5
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5
Tour Director
5
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5
Leisurely
Challenging
by PCRAVER2 |
Number of past tours:3
Traveled on:01/26/2012
Location:TN
Age:60+
Gender:Female
I traveled:with my spouse/significant other
by PCRAVER2 |
February 8, 2012
Peru trip
What a journey!!!! Our guide Edwin, met all of our expectations and he made each city come alive. It was a constant journey, from present to the past and back again. We are so glad we took part in this trip and recommend it highly.
Thank you, Go Ahead for such nice memories. It was a trip of a lifetime!!
Thank you, Go Ahead for such nice memories. It was a trip of a lifetime!!
Peggy and Rocky
Recommended for: Active Travelers, Art, History, & Culture, Trip Of A Lifetime
+1point
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Review 17 for Ancient Peru & Machu Picchu Tour
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Tour Value
5
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5
Tour Director
5
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5
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Challenging
by PPINEIRO1 |
Number of past tours:5
Traveled on:11/03/2011
Location:NY
Age:60+
Gender:Male
I traveled:with my spouse/significant other
by PPINEIRO1 |
November 28, 2011
a great intro to Peru
Excellent introduction to the beauty,history and diversity of Peru.
Recommended for: Active Travelers, Nature & Wildlife, Solo Travelers, Family Vacations, Art, History, & Culture, Experienced Travelers
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Review 18 for Ancient Peru & Machu Picchu Tour
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Tour Value
4
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5
Tour Director
5
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5
Leisurely
Challenging
by Anonymous |
Number of past tours:1
Traveled on:11/03/2011
Location:NY
Age:50-59
Gender:Female
I traveled:solo
by Anonymous |
November 27, 2011
WOW!
Great experience! Tour director Edwin was attentive to our every need. Peru was truly a unique place to visit: the history, the people, the desert, the mountains, and the rainforest. Machu Pichu was spectacular! On top of all that, I got to travel with some wonderful people!
Recommended for: Active Travelers, Anniversary Trips, Solo Travelers, Family Vacations, Art, History, & Culture, First Time Travelers, Experienced Travelers
+2points
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Review 19 for Ancient Peru & Machu Picchu Tour
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Tour Value
5
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5
Tour Director
5
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5
Leisurely
Challenging
by DSTEWART33 |
Number of past tours:3
Traveled on:11/03/2011
Location:IA
Age:60+
Gender:Male
I traveled:solo
by DSTEWART33 |
November 26, 2011
Excellent Tour Guide
Our Tour Guide Edwin Agreda was an excellent tour guide, one of the best tour guides I have had on the many tours I have taken. He had an extra measure of the main quality a tour guide needs: patience. This was my first trip to South America after two to Asia and several to Europe. Visiting Machu Picchu was, of course, the highlight of the trip. But I also enjoyed visiting the village on the Amazon extension and seeing the children of the village in their one room school. It was similar to a tour of Vietnam & Cambodia (not with Go Ahead Tours) when we visited a day car center and a school. Tours with human contact with the people of the country you are visiting are special.
Recommended for: Active Travelers, Solo Travelers, Art, History, & Culture, First Time Travelers, Experienced Travelers
+3points
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Review 20 for Ancient Peru & Machu Picchu Tour
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Tour Value
5
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5
Tour Director
5
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5
Leisurely
Challenging
by DLAYTON5 |
Number of past tours:5
Traveled on:11/03/2011
Location:FL
Age:50-59
Gender:Female
I traveled:solo
by DLAYTON5 |
November 26, 2011
Most incredible place I've been
It has finally sunk in that I really went to Machu Pichhu. I was really there. All my life I have seen this place on TV and didn't really believe I would ever get there.
I am moderately disabled and thought this might be beyond me but made it through the whole tour (not gracefully but who cares) and Edwin (tour guide) was very helpful with those last big steps when I was really tired. And the rest of the tour was wonderful also.
I have learned to love the Andes best all mountain ranges thru 2 of your South American tours.
Recommended for: Active Travelers, Art, History, & Culture, Experienced Travelers
+2points
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