We just returned from a highly memorable and enlightening trip to Peru.
We utilized the services of AUDLEY TRAVEL and from the beginning of planning with our Latin Specialist, Harry Stone, through the execution of our planned adventure - every aspect exceeded our expectations. The recommended hotels and daily activities were truly outstanding in every possible way.
My spouse is a fluent Spanish speaker but even with language skills - there is the usual chaos of a foreign airport which quickly melted away since we were personally met at the airport and then the private car service to our hotel(s) was fantastic. No difficulties what so ever. All of our drivers while in Peru were calm and highly professional - adding to our sense of safety.
Our guides were true subject experts and their enthusiasm was contagious. All questions were expertly answered and encouraged. Besides, by day's end - we had made real friendships.
We were treated like welcomed diplomats at every turn organized by AUDLEY and their Peruvian partners. I felt that we got to experience Peru in a manner that very few people get to encounter.
Without local experts, navigating to Machu Picchu could be taxing and very time consuming endeavor, This was hardly the case with Audley's guide, Max. Max was a true subject expert. He brought the Inca's to life and helped us experience Machu Picchu in a very unique and deeply respectful way. I salute this man, Max.
The day we were returning back to the States - I got to airport security line and realized that in my rush to be on time in the lobby - I left my cell phone in our last hotel room. I'll make a long story short and inform you that when we landed back in the States, our Audley Specialist, Harry Stone, had texted my wife stating that he had worked with his Peruvian counterparts and that my cell phone would be back to me in two days time. THAT IS SERVICE!
As such, we certainly will utilize Audley for our foreign travels and I highly recommend Audley for an outstanding travel experience.