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Eduardo Ponce

I am a travel agent specialized in creating tailor-made travel experiences designed around each traveler’s needs, preferences, and expectations. I take the time to understand my clients, their interests, travel style, and goals, so I can create journeys that feel personal and meaningful.

My approach is based on empathy, attention to detail, and proactive planning. I always try to anticipate my travelers’ needs before they arise, ensuring a smooth, safe, and memorable experience from the first conversation to the end of their trip. With strong destination knowledge and a genuine passion for helping people explore the world, I strive to make every journey seamless and unforgettable.

What places and activities do you specialize in?

"I specialize in travel throughout Peru, creating customized experiences across the country’s diverse regions, from the Pacific coast and the Andes to the Amazon rainforest.

In northern Peru, I work with destinations such as Trujillo, Chiclayo, and Piura, where travelers can discover impressive archaeological treasures, rich cultural heritage, beautiful beaches, and exceptional cuisine.

Along Peru’s southern coast, I specialize in destinations such as Lima, Paracas, and Huacachina. Travelers can explore the Ballestas Islands and observe sea lions, penguins, and diverse birdlife in Paracas, while Huacachina offers exciting dune buggy rides and sandboarding adventures in a stunning desert oasis.

In the Andes, I specialize in Cusco, Machu Picchu, the Sacred Valley, Arequipa, Colca Canyon, Puno, and Lake Titicaca. These destinations combine ancient history, living culture, spectacular landscapes, and unforgettable outdoor experiences.

I also have extensive knowledge of the Peruvian Amazon, including Iquitos and Puerto Maldonado, where travelers can enjoy wildlife encounters, jungle lodges, river excursions, and immersive rainforest experiences.

Whether travelers are looking for cultural exploration, adventure, gastronomy, luxury travel, family vacations, or authentic local experiences, I enjoy designing tailor-made itineraries that reflect their interests and travel goals."

How did you get involved in travel?

"My journey into travel began long before it became my profession. From a very young age, my family taught me the importance of being hospitable, attentive, and service-oriented. Those values shaped the way I interact with people and are, in my opinion, at the heart of exceptional travel experiences.

Over time, my curiosity about different destinations and cultures grew into a genuine passion for travel. Working in tourism has allowed me to combine that passion with what I enjoy most: understanding each traveler’s needs and creating experiences that exceed their expectations."

Please share a unique travel experience you will never forget.

"One travel experience I will never forget was visiting Machu Picchu for the first time. No matter how many photos you see beforehand, nothing compares to the moment when the ancient citadel appears among the mountains and clouds. Standing there, surrounded by the breathtaking scenery of the Andes and the incredible history of the Inca civilization, was truly unforgettable.

Peru has given me many other remarkable travel experiences as well. I was fascinated by the Uros and Taquile Islands on Lake Titicaca, where I had the opportunity to learn about centuries-old traditions and meet local communities that preserve their unique way of life. In the Colca Canyon, seeing condors soaring above one of the world's deepest canyons was an incredible sight.

I also enjoyed exploring the Amazon near Iquitos, where the biodiversity is astonishing, from exotic birds and monkeys to the lush rainforest itself. On the coast, riding dune buggies across the golden sands of Huacachina was pure adrenaline, while the Ballestas Islands offered a completely different experience, with sea lions resting on the rocks, large colonies of seabirds, and an abundance of marine wildlife.

These experiences remind me why I love travel: every destination has its own story, culture, landscapes, and moments that stay with you forever."

Eduardo is part of the following groups: Peru Travel Agents
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Favorite experiences

Lima Food Tour

One of the best ways to discover Peru's capital city of Lima is through its food. With an eclectic combination of indigenous, African, Asian, and European culinary influences, Lima is one of the world's most impressive gastronomic and cultural centers. This food tour begins early in Lima's...

Private Machu Picchu Experience

Step back in time with a deep dive into Inca civilization as you explore the UNESCO-protected Machu Picchu and its ruins on a half-day, privately guided experience. After a short bus ride from your hotel in Aguas Calientes, you'll set out to visit the 15th-century citadel with your guide, who'll...

Lake Titicaca Tour: Uros Floating Islands & Taquile Island

Lake Titicaca, the largest freshwater lake in South America, straddles the border between western Bolivia and southern Peru. All around are amazing locales and rich culture. Interestingly, you can find deep culture on the water as well. This comes in the form of the floating Uros islands, home to...

Nazca Lines & Huacachina Adventure

This day excursion includes an aerial tour of the famous and mythic Nazca Lines of the southern Peruvian desert. The lines are a series of about 300 giant Pre-Columbian geoglyphs etched into the sand in the shape of all kinds of figures. These include everything from hummingbirds and dogs to...

Cusco City Tour

Cusco isn't just an impressive Spanish-colonial city in Peru's southern highlands. It's also the historic capital of the Inca empire. Today's tour begins at the indoor San Pedro Market, in the heart of the colonial center. This is as authentic a Peruvian experience as it gets, since locals come...

Rainbow Mountain (Mount Vinicunca) Hike

It's a 3.5-hour drive from the city of Cusco to the trailhead leading up Vinicunca, known as the Rainbow Mountain. Also called the Montaña de los Siete Colors (Mountain of the Seven Colors), Vinicunca's colorful look is the result of ice melt over its surface a long time ago. The water mixed with...

Recent trip reviews for Eduardo

AMAZING!
Peru | Sep 10 - Sep 22, 2026

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Tina B.
Los Angeles, CA | Reviewed on Oct 05, 2026
Eduardo was amazing! We are a family of five and so we had a lot of opinions and needs...which kept changing. Eduardo responded kindly and quickly to each of our last minute requests. Everything Eduardo planned for us was seam-less. I really appreciate that he was available by WhatApp throughout our trip...that really helped. Thank you for a wonderful trip Eduardo! Read more

Eduardo was amazing!

We are a family of five and so we had a lot of opinions and needs...which kept changing. Eduardo responded kindly and quickly to each of our last minute requests. Everything Eduardo planned for us was seam-less. I really appreciate that he was available by WhatApp throughout our trip...that really helped.

Thank you for a wonderful trip Eduardo!

Activity Review
Machu Picchu Excursion: Aguas Calientes - Only Guidance  + Consetur Bus
Machu Picchu Excursion: Aguas Calientes - Only Guidance + Consetur Bus
Peru
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
All the drivers were fine, only one was less than amazing.
Transport
Local specialist: Eduardo Ponce
Eduardo
Eduardo Ponce
Local specialist in Lima | Replied on Oct 07, 2026
Thank you so much for your kind words! It was truly a pleasure helping you and your family plan your trip. I completely understand that traveling as a family of five means having different opinions and needs, and I’m very happy I could be there to make things easier and adjust the plans whenever needed. I’m so glad everything went smoothly and that having me available on WhatsApp throughout the trip gave you peace of mind. Your family was wonderful to work with, and I really appreciate the... Read more

Thank you so much for your kind words! It was truly a pleasure helping you and your family plan your trip. I completely understand that traveling as a family of five means having different opinions and needs, and I’m very happy I could be there to make things easier and adjust the plans whenever needed.

I’m so glad everything went smoothly and that having me available on WhatsApp throughout the trip gave you peace of mind. Your family was wonderful to work with, and I really appreciate the trust you placed in me.

Thank you again for choosing me to be part of your trip. It was a pleasure having you, and I hope to welcome you back someday! 😊 :::

Overall, the planning and execution of the trip was excellent.
Peru | Sep 12 - Sep 21, 2026

Leonard
Leonard T.
San Jose, CA | Reviewed on Sep 27, 2026
Overall, the planning and execution of the trip was excellent. Eduardo was a fantastic coordinator and was always ready to help. Gerbreth in Lima and Andres in Cuzco were also excellent coordinators and very helpful, always on time and polite. The itinerary was great, but we would have done some things differently if we had known. The initial stay in Lima was too long and we could have skipped the Danza show (which was very nice but not essential) and the gastronomic tour (also very nice but... Read more

Overall, the planning and execution of the trip was excellent. Eduardo was a fantastic coordinator and was always ready to help. Gerbreth in Lima and Andres in Cuzco were also excellent coordinators and very helpful, always on time and polite. The itinerary was great, but we would have done some things differently if we had known. The initial stay in Lima was too long and we could have skipped the Danza show (which was very nice but not essential) and the gastronomic tour (also very nice but not essential). Instead, we would have preferred to stay an extra day in Cuzco which is more interesting to us. Rolando in the Amazon jungle tour was great and very knowledgeable. In Cuzco we enjoyed the visits to the various ruins and Machu Picchu. Julio was a good guide but his English was hard to understand at times and he always seemed in a rush. The city tour of Cuzco was not really a city tour as much as a tour of the cathedral and a convent that contained some Inca temple ruins. The Cathedral and convent tours were far too long and very boring to us. The guide, Emil, was enthusiastic and polite, but his English was very hard to understand. He also seemed in a rush all the time and we did not have time to stop to buy snacks or drinks. The latter part of the tour to the ruins on the outskirts of the city were interesting but were quite rushed and again hard to follow Emil's English. We were hungry most of the time and there was no chance to get a snack along the way. Overall we'd prefer a bit slower pace with a bit more free time to visit markets and try food on our own.

Hotel Reviews
Holiday Inn Lima Airport
Lima

Good airport hotel.

Authenticity & Character
Inside the hotel it is clean and safe, all modern and up to date.
Location
Good for next day air travel. However, even being so close to the airport we needed 20-30 minutes to get to the terminal due to traffic and construction. The surrounding area is unpleasant and not walkable.
Staff
They were all friendly and helpful.
Cleanliness & Comfort
No issues at all.
Sonesta Hotel Cusco
Cusco

Excellent hotel and location. Excellent breakfast. Staff were all great.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Corto Maltes Amazon Lodge
Puerto Maldonado

Excellent lodge in a primitive setting. Staff are friendly and helpful. Food is simple but good.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
There was no hot water for showers in our cabin and overall it was a bit too rustic for our taste.
Dazzler Miraflores by Wyndham
Lima

Very nice hotel but a bit out of the way for walking around Lima.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Cusco city tour & nearby Archeological Sites (Small Group)
Cusco city tour & nearby Archeological Sites (Small Group)
Cusco

Need to allow more time and have better a English speaking guide.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Exquisito Peru - Gastronomic tour and local market visit. - Private
Exquisito Peru - Gastronomic tour and local market visit. - Private
Lima

Not very interesting to us but should appeal to many others.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Lima: Colonial city tour & Larco Museum
Lima: Colonial city tour & Larco Museum
Lima
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Corto Maltés 3D/2N (day 2)
Corto Maltés 3D/2N (day 2)
Puerto Maldonado
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Full day Machu Picchu (Group)
Full day Machu Picchu (Group)
Peru

Need to allow more time and have better a English speaking guide.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Sacred Valley Tour - Shared Services
Sacred Valley Tour - Shared Services
Peru

Need to allow more time and have better a English speaking guide.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Eduardo Ponce
Eduardo
Eduardo Ponce
Local specialist in Lima | Replied on Sep 28, 2026

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience and send us your review. We truly hope everything went well during your trip and that you had a wonderful time.

We also really appreciate you sharing the areas where we can improve. Your feedback and perspective are very valuable to us, as you are the ones experiencing our service firsthand, and your comments help us continue improving and providing a better experience for our guests.

Thank you again for your time, trust, and valuable feedback!