Explora Valle Sagrado

The hotel itself is stunning, blending seamlessly with the breathtaking Andean landscape. The rooms are beautifully appointed, spacious, and incredibly comfortable. But what truly sets Explora apart is the incredible service. The staff are incredibly friendly, attentive, and genuinely passionate about sharing their knowledge of the region. They went above and beyond to ensure our stay was unforgettable. Explora offers a unique blend of luxury and adventure. It's undeniably upscale, but without the slightest hint of snootiness. The atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming, making it the perfect base for exploring the wonders of the Sacred Valley. I highly recommend Explora Valle Sagrado to anyone seeking an unforgettable travel experience.

Everything about this hotel is incredible. The service, the guides, the food, the view, the explorations offered, etc. Highly recommended.

We just returned from a spectacular experience at Explora Sacred Valley. From the moment we arrived to the moment we departed, the staff and service was excellent -- friendly, informative, and organized. Everybody we encountered made us feel welcome, and everything we did over the 8 days we stayed came off seamlessly. The rooms are intentionally simple so as not to detract from the beautiful views of the fields and mountains behind the hotel. But despite the simplicity of design, this is a luxury property with jetted tubs, fluffy towels, and nightly turn-down service (complete with chocolate), and a glorious spa and outdoor jacuzzis, surrounded by flowering plants. The bar and the restaurant are first class. If you have never experienced Peruvian food, this is a perfect opportunity to learn why Peru is considered a gourmet destination. All of the meals are locally sourced, delicious and visually stunning (including a fantastic breakfast spread), and set you up well for the explorations that are the core of the experience. As for those explorations: I honestly cannot say enough good things about them. Over the course of 8 days, we did 10 explorations (a mix of full and half day). Each one offered something unique in terms of history, geography, nature, and/or degree of difficulty/altitude. On these treks, we never encountered other tourists and even had small opportunities to connect with local people. The guides on the explorations were absolutely exceptional. Each one -- and we got to experience several -- brought not only deep knowledge, but also their own personalities and interests. You never felt like you were on a standard tour with a standard "talk track." The guides shared what they were passionate about, but also had the wisdom to know when to be quiet and let you enjoy the experience on your own terms. But make no mistake, these are serious and well-trained people. They keep a close eye on how you are accommodating both the altitude and degree of difficulty on various treks. As a result, when you connect with them every evening in front of the fire to choose your next day's activities, they have a very good sense of what you are ready to do and can help you make good choices. The Sacred Valley is beautiful and interesting -- much more than a stopover on the way to Machu Picchu. Explora makes the experience unforgettable.