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Below you will find some of the feedback we have received from our clients. We have the best testimonials of ministers, ambassadors, Celebrities, and of course of our satisfied clients and We also can provide long lists of satisfied clients upon request.

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Dear Justin and the View Peru Team,

I wanted to take a moment to thank you for the vacation of a lifetime! I have been wanting to visit Machu Picchu for 23 years and was worried that I might have over-hyped it in my mind but every moment of the trip exceeded my expectations! Our guides, Harry and Armando, were incredibly accommodating, knowledgeable, kind, patient, fun and creative and we will never forget them. The pace of the trip was coordinated to fit all fitness levels so that no one felt pressured beyond their limits or slowed down. Our guides knew exactly when we needed rest and when to let us go on our own.

The porters who labored and cooked for us were unbelievable! The food was worthy of 3 star restaurants and I still think about (and long for) Franklin's cooking today. Somehow, the porters managed to bake one of the best cakes I have ever had on day 4 of the trek in a camp oven for my husband and my first year anniversary. the camps that you reserved were all gorgeous locations and it was so nice to have camp set up when we arrived each day from hiking. Popcorn and tea in the afternoons was priceless.

The coordination from the front office with tickets and transfers and changes and tours was completely seamless and looked easy but I know how much work went into making our trip so smooth. Milagros was an incredible help and it was such a relief to see her friendly face at 1:00 a.m. in the Lima airport and again at the train station on our way home from Machu Picchu. The hotels you have partnered with were also very impressive (especially in Aguas Calientes!).

Our group of fellow travelers were some of the best people I have ever met and I couldn't have picked a better collection of people to share my dream with. We formed friendships that we hope will last forever. We have even talked of visiting one another and traveling together again.

The Inca Trail itself was a wonder beyond words and Machu Picchu and all of the ruins along the way were everything I had dreamed of and more. I had no idea the trail would be so beautiful and multifaceted nor did I know how many ruins we would see along the way. The tours we experienced in Cusco, Sacsayhuaman, Pisac the Sacred Valley and Ollantaytambo were incredible and added so much history and cultural context.

Thank you also for encouraging us to go paragliding over the Sacred Valley. It was an amazing experience that I will never forget and Richard (Paragliding guide) was a fantastic guide turned friend with whom we hope to stay in touch for a long time.

In short, the trip would have been good but not have been half as memorable without the coordination, knowledge and help of Southern Explorations. Justin--I am especially grateful to you for your friendship and guidance. I will always link you with Machu Picchu in my mind. You helped me realize a dream and I am grateful. You are truly doing your calling and you have attracted a group of people at View Peru that reflects you perfectly.

With deep respect and thanks,

Leah Brecunier-Dunn

Great trip--everything went like clock work; the guides were excellent and very informative. I would not hesitate to travel with View Peru again.

Ron Foulk

Our guides couldn't have been better

Guides:

Our guides couldn't have been better. Most especially Harry. He cared for us every step of the way. All the guides were very knowledgeable regarding the history and natural history of the areas we visited. The guides had good English language skills and we had no trouble communicating our questions and understanding their answers.

Meals:

I thoroughly enjoyed the food. There was plenty to eat and I never experienced even a tinge of traveler's diarrhea. The cooks were excellent and the meals were presented beautifully. The food really did exceed my expectations.

Transportation:

All the transportation was in clean and efficient vehicles. All the drivers were clean and courteous and the vehicles were also clean and ran well. We were met at each airport by our guides and had no trouble connecting.

Pre Departure Information:

I carried my itinerary with me on the trip and with the exception of the farm tour instead of the medicinal plant tour in the jungle, the days followed the itinerary almost exactly. The clothing you recommended for the trip was perfect for the conditions.

Additional Comments:

I think I've been spoiled by your company. In the past I've traveled in foreign countries on my own. This trek to Peru was so well organized and the accommodations, food, guides, etc., so good that I don't think I'll ever travel on my own again.

Paul Whiting

Patricia was more than excellent, she was outstanding

Guides:

Patricia was more than excellent - she was outstanding! She had a great attitude, was well organized, clear in her communication and very knowledgeable. Her presence/knowledge/apparent love of her country and its heritage added value to our trip that could not be obtained monetarily.

Meals:

All of the provided meals were outstanding.

Ground Operations:

The airport transfers were always courteous and right on time. The hotels, vans, SUV, train, and national flights were top notch.

Dan and Tracie Henry

Jose (Peru Guide) was fabulous. He is very knowledgeable on all aspects of the tour from picking campsites to avoid crowds to the Cusco city tour. I would request Jose again on my next trip. He also figured out what aspects of the trip were important to each of us and made plans accordingly.

I very much appreciated the depth and thoughtfulness put into the tour stops - from sampling chicha (local beer derived from corn) to visiting a typical family home in Ollantaytambo to hiking off the beaten path in the mountains above Pisac. It was more than I expected and I loved it as I am very interested in learning about different cultures and their every day life.

I am very glad Jose spent the time to do these extra things.

Maureen Grandcolas

Peru is a wonderful place and you guys made it even better for us. We could not have asked for more. We traveled at our own pace which was very important to us. Jose is so well connected in the area that it made a lot of doors open for us to make things very easy.

Peter Frederick

Dear Jonathan,

got your phone message today. I have to say you all do a fine job. Alison and I had a terrific time, each day got better and better. Juan our guide in Cusco was wonderful, so knowledgeable and caring and knew how to keep us away from large crowds so we could get the most from each place visited. David the driver was conscientious and helpful. I just can't say enough about them they are truly an asset to you. The Icelandic couple that were on the trip, Sigrun and Gylfi, were fun and we hope to keep in touch. When we think of going south again we'll be thinking of you.

Yours truly,

Alice Slavik

Dear Monica,

As our plans have become firmer and firmer and we are more and more excited about our trip to Peru, I wanted to thank you again for recommending Southern Explorations to us. We have been delighted with the quality and choice of their itineraries as well as with the professionalism and enthusiasm of Jonathan Borgida. As you know, we were very close to moving forward with LatinDiscover the organization so highly recommended by friends and colleagues. Without your help we would not have found what we now believe is a much better organization for our needs!

Best,

Bridget Palmer

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