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We are an experienced online travel agency and tour operator in Peru. We’ve been creating authentic and unforgettable trips for individual travelers and groups for nearly a decade: from heart-pumping hikes to Machu Picchu to luxurious cruises in the Amazon River, we will design an experience that is right for you
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Lola Menoza
4 contributions
Sep 2021
We had a magic experience my husband and I in Perú. Intese Peru Agency brought the best out of each place we visited, they took care of every detail, accommodation, tickets, transportation, confort, security, special requests, etc. The tour guides and drivers, are well prepared to answer all your questions, to travel safety and to maximize your vacation. I strongly recommend to hire the Intense tour guide to go with you to all the historic places, we were fascinated with the whole experience, they were punctual, well educated, really prepared , it took our journey to an upper level of enjoyment. No matter the kind of experience you want to live, they will help you to plan each detail, they have the exact activity for you.
If you are thinking to visit Peru and truly want to merge with the Inca culture contact Intense Peru
If you are thinking to visit Peru and truly want to merge with the Inca culture contact Intense Peru
Written September 26, 2021
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Steffanie M
coto de caza7 contributions
Feb 2020
Intense Peru has been nothing short of amazing in helping us plan our trip to Peru!! From the initial call to my multitude of emails, they never made me feel like I was asking too many questions or being a pest. Intense Peru did not push hotels, tours or experiences, instead they provided suggestions and ideas based on what my son and I were looking for from our Peru Adventure! Sofia, from Intense Peru offers a wealth of knowledge on "all things" Peru. She provided insight that is not readily available online, due to her local presence and connections. I called several tour companies before connecting with Intense Peru and was not satisfied. I have high expectations and Intense Peru has more than exceeded them!! Upon my return, I will follow up!
Written February 20, 2020
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Claudia L
15 contributions
May 2023 • Friends
This was the first time I organized a holiday with a travel agent, it made me feel better as it was two girls traveling alone in a country I never visited before and I only had 10 days to see and experience as much as I could so I wanted everything planned ahead with someone giving me advices. I can say it was the best decision I ever made as it was an unforgettable vacation thanks to Intense Peru! From the very characteristic hotel in Lima, to the desert adventure in Ica and the Inca trail to Machu Picchu, everything was organized the best way possible. Sofia and her team are amazing, very patient in following my requests in changing the itinerary, punctual and specific with the quotes, flexible and professional. The drivers and tour guides were always on time, very friendly and professional, the hotels chosen in each place we visited were spectacular, comfortable and in perfect locations (near historic plaza or with amazing view) with very good restaurants as well. Even during the trip Sofia and the girls working with her were always available answering questions and changing things if needed via WhatsApp. I would recommend Intense Peru to anyone who wants to have the best experience in Peru. The local knowledge of Sofia and the girls can really make a big difference and your bucket list trip will become reality. Thanks again Intense Peru for a magic trip!
Written June 18, 2023
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TXGCH
Myrtle Beach, SC43 contributions
Dec 2020
We were very happy we chose Intense Peru to arrange our trip to Peru. Starting with the planning process, our contact Romina helped us decide on our itinerary, and suggested places to stay, how many days to stay at each location, activities and suggested excellent hotels. They can modify your trip to match your budget, low, med and high budget offerings. They can do group or private tours. They took care of all our transfers from the first flight into Peru, until we left. We were the first US tourists to come to Peru since the pandemic began. Everyone along the way was extremely accommodating, providing upgrades all along the way. When demonstrators blocked the highway to Paracas, they modified our itinerary at the last minute, and took care of everything. There was nothing that didn't go well for our entire 16 day visit. They knew when our flights were late, before I contacted them, they knew where we were at all times, and if anything was a problem, a quick text to the office and they took care of it. I felt totally safe and knew they could help us with any problem along the way. We visited 3 different areas of the country, and at each place the tour guides and drivers were excellent. Very knowledgeable and friendly, and they all spoke English. I would highly recommend Intense Peru if you are headed to Peru. They will customize a wonderful trip for you, and take care of you the entire time you are there. We loved our trip and are grateful to Intense Peru for everything they did to make our vacation wonderful.
Written December 18, 2020
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Dear Gigi and David,
I hope you had a merry Christmas and a fun New Year´s Eve, despite the ciscumstances!
I cannot thank you enough for taking the time to share your travel experience with other travelers around the globe. Your review is detailed and thorough, and could not describe better our dedication to our clients.
Let us know if you want to visit the largest salt dessert of Uyuni in Bolivia and stay at a hotel made of salt. It is a unique and remote experience which goes into your one in a lifetime memory box. You can write Romina at romina @ intensebolivia.com
Best wishes to you and David!
Sincerely yours,
Sofia Arce
General Manager and owner
Written January 11, 2021
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Mili L
Oswego, IL5 contributions
Jul 2022
Planning a family trip to Cusco can be an overwhelming experience, Intense Peru made this experience not only easy but unforgettable for our family. We contacted Intense Peru to plan our trip and from the beginning I could tell the difference with other tourist agencies. The travel agents worked really hard to understand what you wanted to get out of the experience and presented you with great options. They thought about the perfect combination of experiences the fit your budget and time. Intense Peru took care of transportation from Cusco Airport to our hotel, from our hotels to the different sites we visited. They were always on time and ready to go. Durin gour trip of 6 days/5 nights we visited: Pisac, Maras, Moray, Chinchero, Aguas Calientes, Macchu Picchu, Ollaytantambo, Sacsayhuaman and Cusco City. Our guide Carlos was amazing. Not only he had this incredible amount of knowledge about the city, ruins, history, etc, but he was patient, kind, and understanding. Transportation was safe and comfortable. The hotels and restaurants that they recommended were also great. I couldn't have planned a better trip myself. My family is looking forward to our next trip to Peru and we will definitely use Intense Peru again and again.
Written July 21, 2022
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Kalen H
Tarrytown, NY5 contributions
Aug 2022 • Couples
As a former travel agent I highly recommend working with INTENSE PERU.
I researched 8 different tour organizers and travel agencies and got 6 personal recommendations and selected Intense Peru based on recommendations from two friends who used them
recently.
So glad I did. Everything about the company is excellent. They have wonderful package deals but will also customize trips based on your specific requests.
Their relationships with hotels and guides help you not only get great ones, but also save money.
The team was quick to respond, which was especially appreciated when we had a day delay arriving and they were able to make adjustments for us -
over a weekend - while we were in transit.
The owner Sophie clearly cares about her clients and ensuring they have a great time visiting Peru.
I found her entire team a pleasure to work
with. The guides they booked for us were excellent, knowledgeable and fun.
All our pickups/transfers were smooth and we got wonderful treatment at the hotels and from the tour guides.
I have lived / worked abroad in 4 counties and travelled to all continents except Antarctica and the experience Intense Peru created for me and my husband (celebrating a big anniversary) was
by far the best.
I researched 8 different tour organizers and travel agencies and got 6 personal recommendations and selected Intense Peru based on recommendations from two friends who used them
recently.
So glad I did. Everything about the company is excellent. They have wonderful package deals but will also customize trips based on your specific requests.
Their relationships with hotels and guides help you not only get great ones, but also save money.
The team was quick to respond, which was especially appreciated when we had a day delay arriving and they were able to make adjustments for us -
over a weekend - while we were in transit.
The owner Sophie clearly cares about her clients and ensuring they have a great time visiting Peru.
I found her entire team a pleasure to work
with. The guides they booked for us were excellent, knowledgeable and fun.
All our pickups/transfers were smooth and we got wonderful treatment at the hotels and from the tour guides.
I have lived / worked abroad in 4 counties and travelled to all continents except Antarctica and the experience Intense Peru created for me and my husband (celebrating a big anniversary) was
by far the best.
Written August 29, 2022
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Mark S
3 contributions
Jun 2023 • Couples
We thoroughly enjoyed the trip that was created for us. The communication throughout (and after) the process was excellent. All guides were knowledgeable and on time. The hotel selections were fantastic. The pricing was more competitive than other companies and with more flexibility to custome design our trip. When traveling on an extended vacation with multiple people, inevitably there are hiccups. It's how your provider deals with those hiccups, that will set them apart from others. We happily endorse Intense Peru.
Written July 19, 2023
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Austin G
Austin, TX1 contribution
Sep 2024 • Family
Ultimate customer service from beginning to end. I was referred by a coworker and didn't want to do any research planning (the lazy option). I emailed Sofia and said I wanted a 9 day trip that covered both Machu Picchu/Cusco and the Amazon. Less than a week later, I had a fully customized 9 day itinerary. I was booking this trip for my mom's 60th birthday. We did 3 nights in the Sacred Valley, 2 in Cusco and 3 at the Tambopata Research Center. The itinerary was perfect - we felt like the amount of time in each location was great - long enough to settle but not too long where you felt bored or it was dragging on. That's what you expect from local experts.
We paid a nominal extra fee for a private service, which I highly recommend. We had a great driver, Edwin, and a phenomenal guide, Sarita. I have traveled extensively with many guides and Sarita is hands down the best I've ever had in terms of professionalism, knowledge, conversation and friendliness. They were always on time, had a fresh bottle of water waiting, were perceptive on how much time we wanted to spend at ruins (i.e. didn't force a long tour if we were tired or uninterested), while also accommodating any special requests.
The above and beyond service was shown by Sarita carrying a suspicious box with her the entire journey to Machu Picchu. And at the main view point, revealing a local brownie and birthday candle so my mom could celebrate her 60th at the top - unreal! We were then surprised with another cake at lunch after we went down. And again, when Saria/Sofia gave my mom a gift upon our departure to Puerto Maldonado.
We had issues when our flight from Cusco to Puerto Maldonado was delayed, meaning we couldn't make it to the Tambopata Research Center that night (the guides cannot safely navigate the river after dark). However, Sofia was in constant communication and worked with the Rainforest Expeditions team to get us to the Refugio lodge, ensuring we spent the night in the Amazon and not in Puerto Maldonado.
I usually plan my own trips extensively - this was the first one where I let the reins go and was very apprehensive about how it would go. However, I cannot recommend this service enough. Thank you especially to Sarita, a truly phenomenal guide and friend, Edwin for ensuring safety on the roads and Sofia for planning and facilitating the whole trip.
We paid a nominal extra fee for a private service, which I highly recommend. We had a great driver, Edwin, and a phenomenal guide, Sarita. I have traveled extensively with many guides and Sarita is hands down the best I've ever had in terms of professionalism, knowledge, conversation and friendliness. They were always on time, had a fresh bottle of water waiting, were perceptive on how much time we wanted to spend at ruins (i.e. didn't force a long tour if we were tired or uninterested), while also accommodating any special requests.
The above and beyond service was shown by Sarita carrying a suspicious box with her the entire journey to Machu Picchu. And at the main view point, revealing a local brownie and birthday candle so my mom could celebrate her 60th at the top - unreal! We were then surprised with another cake at lunch after we went down. And again, when Saria/Sofia gave my mom a gift upon our departure to Puerto Maldonado.
We had issues when our flight from Cusco to Puerto Maldonado was delayed, meaning we couldn't make it to the Tambopata Research Center that night (the guides cannot safely navigate the river after dark). However, Sofia was in constant communication and worked with the Rainforest Expeditions team to get us to the Refugio lodge, ensuring we spent the night in the Amazon and not in Puerto Maldonado.
I usually plan my own trips extensively - this was the first one where I let the reins go and was very apprehensive about how it would go. However, I cannot recommend this service enough. Thank you especially to Sarita, a truly phenomenal guide and friend, Edwin for ensuring safety on the roads and Sofia for planning and facilitating the whole trip.
Written September 9, 2024
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Arturo V
8 contributions
Jul 2022
I want to congratulate Sofia and her team for making our family reunion in Cuzco one that we will never forget. Sixteen of us travelled to Cuzco to celebrate my in-laws' 50th Wedding Anniversary and Intense Peru created a wonderful travel adventure that we could ALL enjoy! We had such fun riding 4x4's to Moray or kayaking in the Huaypo Lagoon. We had been to Machu Picchu several times before but this time it was special because the whole family was there and our tour guide was amazing. Even the youngest members of the clan who were six and seven had a great time with the special arts & crafts and horseback riding activities Intense Peru set up for us. I could go on and on about the special care Sofia and her team took to make this trip truly special but that's why we keep going back to Intense Peru when we want to travel. Thank you so much for truly paying such attention to detail so that our trip was AMAZING!
Written August 4, 2022
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Sherpa714928
6 contributions
Apr 2024 • Couples
From the moment we arrived in Lima for our Peruvian adventure, we had the best experience ever.
The arrangements made by Sophia and her company ‘Intense Peru’, were impeccable - our itinerary was clear and detailed.
All airport, bus, train and hotel pick-ups were punctual.
All travel documents, food and hotel vouchers, and tour tickets were issued in good time.
The tour guides were marvellous - fluent in English, knowledgeable, informative, attentive, amusing and so pleasant and personable.
Our holiday couldn’t have been better and we send our thanks to Sophia and her team, and would recommend her to anyone planning to travel in Peru.
The arrangements made by Sophia and her company ‘Intense Peru’, were impeccable - our itinerary was clear and detailed.
All airport, bus, train and hotel pick-ups were punctual.
All travel documents, food and hotel vouchers, and tour tickets were issued in good time.
The tour guides were marvellous - fluent in English, knowledgeable, informative, attentive, amusing and so pleasant and personable.
Our holiday couldn’t have been better and we send our thanks to Sophia and her team, and would recommend her to anyone planning to travel in Peru.
Written April 12, 2024
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Hello, I am interested in traveling to Cusco from June 24-28 with my husband and we’d like to see Machu Picchu and the Rainbow Mountain. Would it be possible? If so, can you please provide a price and what it includes? Many thanks in advance!
Written April 21, 2019
Dear Veruska,
Thank for contacting Intense Peru!
Yes, we can help you with our best quote and itinerary for which we need to know the hotel category of your preference (3, 4, 5 stars). Please write us to sales at intenseperu dot c o m, our email is in our site.
Best regards,
The Intense Peru Team
Written April 21, 2019
Hello, I am interested in traveling to Cusco from June 24-28 with my husband and we’d like to see Machu Picchu and the Rainbow Mountain. Would it be possible? If so, can you please provide a price and what it includes? Many thanks in advance!
Written April 21, 2019
Dear Veruska,
Thank for contacting Intense Peru!
Yes, we can help you with our best quote and itinerary for which we need to know the hotel category of your preference (3, 4, 5 stars). Please write us to sales at intenseperu dot c o m, our email is in our site.
Best regards,
The Intense Peru Team
Written April 21, 2019
Hola Voy a estar viajando en noviembre, aprox 10 días en cusco, la idea es poder hacer la caminata de choquequirao+machu... después quiero hacer moray/maras/salinas/ sierra 7 colores/humantay/ollantaytampo... me alcanza los días? Que presupuesto tendria que considerar? Gracias!!
Written June 5, 2018
Muchas gracias por escribirnos! Para poder ayudarlo con su solicitud mucho le agradeceré nos escriba al email sales (antes de la arroba) e intenseperu com (después de la arroba) el cual se encuentra en la parte inferior de nuestra pagina web intenseperu com
Atentamente,
El equipo de Intense Peru
Written June 6, 2018
Lore C
Northern Mexico, Mexico
hola estoy interesada en un tour de 9 días y 8 noches por lima, cuzco, Machu Picchu y sus alrededores, ademas de lago titicaca, ¿como te puedo contactar?
Written March 23, 2018
Buenos días Lore,
Muchas gracias por escribirnos!
Por favor escríbele a Lisbeth Guillen, Asesora de Viajes, quien te ayudará con nuestra mejor cotización e itinerario de viaje para Lima, Cusco y Puno. Por favor indica el número de personas y categoría de hotel de su preferencia (3, 4, 5 estrellas). Podemos darle 2 opciones de categoría de hotel (3 y 4 estrellas o 4 y 5 estrellas). No podemos poner emails o sitios web por lo que mucho le agradeceré tomar el email de contacto de nuestro sito web el cual encontrarlo buscando con nuestro nombre "Intense Peru" y agregando el "com". El email de contacto empieza con sales pero lo puede reemplazar por "lisbeth" y el resto es igual.
Quedamos a la espera de su email!
Saludos,
El Equipo de Intense Peru
Written March 23, 2018
Can you arrange tours to Brazil too? We are arriving in Rio de Janeiro and would like to tour Machu Picchu too.
Written March 27, 2017
We only operate/arrange tours in Peru and Bolivia. I kindly ask you to write us to the email in our website which you can look up as intenseperu. This is in order to direct you with a Travel Advisor who will prepare our best quote and itinerary for your tour to Machu Picchu. Thank you!
Written March 28, 2017
Dear Deeandra, yes, we do but we do not recommend to travel to the Andes of Peru in February as it is one of the heaviest months of rain.
Let me know if you need further information.
Best regards,
Intense Peru Team
Written December 6, 2016
Hello,
Can I receive more informations/possibilities/prices for a trip of 3 or 4 or 5 days, visit the Machu Picchu + Huayna Picchu + Hot bath/water in aguas calientes + Valley of the Incas.
We are 2 adults and our daughter of 14 years old.
3 or 4 star hôtels is ok. 1 room for our 3.
We will arrive in Lima on 28 march 2016 untill 10 april 2016.
You do trips from Lima to Cuzco or we must to book fligt tickets by ourself?
You have french speaking guide or only in English?
I thank you in advance for you answer.
Written February 28, 2016
Thank you very much for contacting us!
My name is Lisbeth Guillen, I work for Intense Peru, a Travel Agency and Tour Operator specialized in Peru, and I will be your Travel Advisor.
In order to send you our best indicative quote and trip itinerary to Peru, I need to know the following information:
1. Exact dates of your trip to Cusco. On your request you indicated you will be in Lima from Mar-28 to Apr-10. You have 14 days in Peru total. Kindly reconfirm if these dates are correct or let me know if you would like me to consider other destinations such as: Lima, Paracas & Nazca Lines, Jungle Programs, Puno & Lake Titicaca, or Arequipa & Colca Valley.
2. Email address to send you our best indicative quote.
3. We can also include domestic flights in your quote. Let me know if you would like me to include them.
4. Tours: in shared/group service (up to 15 people in Cusco and approximately 30 people in Lima with Spanish/English speaking guide) or in private service with French speaking tour guide (private transportation and exclusive quality tour guide just for you).
Regarding your questions, please see my answers below:
1. You do trips from Lima to Cuzco or we must to book flight tickets by ourselves? Yes, we do tours from Lima including domestic flights.
2. You have French speaking guide or only in English?: In shared/group service we only offer tours with Spanish/English guide and in private service we can consider a French speaking guide for all your tours. Let me know what you decide.
I look forward to hearing from you soon! Thank you again for contacting Intense Peru.
Best regards,
Lisbeth Guillen | Travel Advisor
1-800-670-9510 (US and Canada)
C: 51 99 400 8833 (Outside Peru)
C: 99 400 8833 (Within Peru)
Skype user: lisbeth_intenseperu
Written March 1, 2016
Buonasera Paolo0321,
che giro ha fatto per andare a Machu Pichu? Ha per caso pernottato a Agua Calientes o a Ollanta.?
Grazie
buona serata
Francesca
Written September 27, 2015
Buon giorno Francesa,
Il nostro consiglio e di pernottare in Aguas Calientes cosi Lei puo visitare Machu Picchu il giorno dopo molto presto ed sfruttare della Cittadella senza tanti viaggiatori.
Cordiali saluti,
Intense Peru
Written September 28, 2015
jessica_song68
Mukilteo, Washington
Hello, I would like to receive information on the following two half-day tours in Cusco, Peru.
July 13, 2015 (half-day tour): after 1PM, city tour, and
July 14, 2015 (half-day tour): before 1PM, including at least Moray - Maras Salineras.
Thank you.
Written June 1, 2015
Good morning, please find below the information you requested:
City Tour Cusco: US$ 70.00 per person in shraed/group service. Includes transportation, guide, entrance tickets and visit to the Cathedral, Koricancha or Temple of the Sun, the archaeological complex of Sacsayhuaman, Kenko, Puca Pucara, and Tambomachay. The pick up time is 13:00 - 13:30 from hotels located in the Historic Center of Cusco.
Maras and Moray Tour (from Cusco): US$ 30.00 per person in shared/group service. Includes transportation, guide, entrance tickets and visit to the natural salt mines of Maras and the agricultural laboratory and astronomical observatory of Moray. The pick up time is 08:30 - 09:00 from hotels located in the Historic Center of Cusco. This tour in the afternoon is only offered in private service for which I need to know the number of travelers in order to send you a price per person.
Let me know what you decide.
Intense Peru Team
Written June 8, 2015
How much for 14 day trip in Peru , with tours? Starting in Lima on May 5 to May 19 . 4 star hotels?
Written April 10, 2015
Good morning, it depends on the number of travelers and if we include domestic flights or not. The price per person based on double occupancy should be around US$ 1,800.00 - US$ 2,000.00 per person without included international or domestic flights.
Please contact us as sales intenseperu com if you are interested.
Written April 20, 2015
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