Ecuador expert: Ariel

“Rough Guides did a terrific job planning and coordinating our tour of the Galapagos Islands. We were assisted every step of the way by our local tour coordinators who ensured that we got from our hotel to every excursion meeting point on time and without a hassle. The local Galapagos Park guides were excellent, incredibly knowledgeable, helpful and friendly. It is hard to believe how close you can be to the fantastic giant tortoises, blue footed boobies, sea lions, iguanas, finches, mockingbirds and other wildlife too numerous to mention. Highly recommend Rough Guides.”

“Authentic Travel did an excellent job organizing my last-minute trip to Peru. My mum was originally meant to join me but had to cancel due to a sudden injury. Although the tour was non-refundable, the team was very understanding and helped with adjustments to the LATAM flights, which I really appreciated. The overall itinerary was well planned, and everything ran smoothly. The team stayed in touch throughout the trip and was always available when needed. The Sacred Valley hotel and local guides were wonderful, and the whole experience was memorable. The only downside was the hotel in Cusco, which I wouldn’t recommend due to poor service and noise, but that was the only weak point in an otherwise great trip. I’d definitely recommend this company and would be happy to book through them again in the future.”