The Spirit of the Inca Trails

At Valencia Travel, our people are our greatest strength. Each member of our team brings not only professional expertise but also a deep love for Peru and a genuine desire to share its treasures with the world.

They are passionate about what they do, proud of their heritage, and committed to creating meaningful connections with every traveler. Driven by motivation and curiosity, they continually seek to grow, both as professionals and as individuals, so they can deliver experiences that are authentic, memorable, and full of heart.

Our founders:

René Hurtado Valencia – CEO & Founder

For me, travel has always been more than movement. It’s about transformation, the kind that changes how we see the world, how we connect with others, and how we grow as individuals. That belief is what led me, more than 16 years ago, to create Valencia Travel Cusco.

In 2009, together with my brother Amílcar, I founded Valencia Travel Cusco with a simple but powerful vision: to share the magic of Peru with the world while creating real opportunities for the communities that make our journeys possible. What began as a dream has grown into a company recognized nationally and internationally for its authentic, sustainable, and human-centered approach to tourism.

Today, as CEO, my role is not only to guide our strategy but to inspire a team that shares the same passion for connecting lives through travel. At Valencia Travel, we design journeys that go far beyond itineraries, they are experiences meant to move people, to teach them, and to create emotions that last a lifetime.

Our vision is to be more than just a tour operator. We strive to be a bridge between cultures, a model of sustainable tourism, and a leader in innovation. We aim to expand globally while staying true to our roots in Cusco, ensuring that every step we take brings benefits to travelers, local communities, and the environment alike.

For me, leadership is not just about making decisions, it’s about building something meaningful: a company that transforms lives, preserves traditions, and proves that travel can be a true force for good.

Our Team – The People Behind Every Journey

At Valencia Travel, our team is more than departments and job titles, we are a family of passionate Peruvians who put heart into everything we do. From our Travel Designers who turn dreams into tailor-made journeys, to the operations staff who make every detail flow, to the storytellers in marketing and the drivers who greet you with a smile, each person plays a vital role in creating experiences that inspire and connect. Together, we combine professionalism with warmth, ensuring that every traveler feels cared for, every community is respected, and every journey becomes a story worth remembering.

Sarah Johnson

Michael Chen

Emma Rodriguez

James Park

Sarah Johnson

Michael Chen

Emma Rodriguez

James Park

Sarah Johnson

Michael Chen

Emma Rodriguez

James Park

Our Guides – The Soul of Valencia Travel Cusco

At Valencia Travel Cusco, our guides are much more than professionals — they are the heart and soul of every journey. Each one is a storyteller, an ambassador of Peru, and a passionate human being who carries with them the warmth of their communities and the joy of sharing their country with the world.

Our guides are not only experts in history, culture, and nature, they are people with stories to tell and wisdom to share. Many have been with us for years, growing as part of our family, and it is thanks to their dedication, knowledge, and kindness that Valencia Travel has earned its reputation for excellence.

They know the mountains, valleys, and hidden paths by heart, but they also know our travelers, their interests, their pace, and their expectations. That’s why we carefully match each guide to every guest, ensuring personalities and passions align. This personal connection plants the first seed for a journey that feels not just guided, but shared with a friend.

Through trust, constant training, and a commitment to sustainable tourism, our guides work hand-in-hand with drivers, chefs, porters, and communities to create a seamless flow of experiences. Every detail, every smile, and every shared moment along the way is part of what makes traveling with Valencia Travel an experience you will carry forever.

Sarah Johnson

Michael Chen

Emma Rodriguez

James Park

Sarah Johnson

Michael Chen

Emma Rodriguez

James Park

Sarah Johnson

Michael Chen

Emma Rodriguez

James Park

Our Field Staff – The Backbone of Every Journey

Behind every unforgettable adventure with Valencia Travel Cusco is a team of extraordinary people working tirelessly in the field, our porters, drivers, warehouse team, and support staff. They are the quiet heroes who turn every trip into a seamless, comfortable, and truly special experience.

From the strength and dedication of our porters, who carry equipment across the Andes with unmatched endurance and care, to the drivers who ensure safe, reliable journeys along winding mountain roads, and the warehouse team who prepare, maintain, and safeguard our gear, each plays a vital role in bringing our adventures to life.

Their work goes far beyond logistics. They are the ones who set up camps in the most breathtaking locations, make sure meals are warm and ready after a long day of trekking, and handle the thousands of unseen details that make travelers feel cared for at every step.

What unites them is not only their expertise and training but also their pride in being part of our family. Their motivation, resilience, and hospitality reflect the true spirit of Peru, strong, warm, and welcoming. Thanks to them, we can guarantee that every experience with Valencia Travel is carried out with precision, passion, and heart.