He is a specialist in Business Administration and Digital Marketing, and has broad experience in the Sales, Operations, Reservations, Logistics departments of a Travel Agency.

"I like to lead, perform my tasks and activities by team work. One of my main virtues is to be constantly training to grow, and to face new challenges."

Rene

Amilcar is the Vicepresident and Co-Founder of Valencia Travel. He is a Bachelor of Education, and he is also a Diocesan Priest in the city of Cusco. He directly supervises the functions of the different areas of the company.

Amilcar

Originally from the UK, but living in Cusco, Peru for over 20 years! Claire is a qualified psychologist who has now transferred these skills to the travel industry.   On arrival to Cusco, she fell in love with mountains, the culture and the people, so never left! Claire has worked in the tourism industry for 18 years in various capacities, as a tour leader, head of sales department and on a number of specialized projects within tourism, such Project manager. With a passion for travel, hiking in the mountains and travel in general, Cusco is her ideal place to call home!

Claire

Aldair is a collegiate Systems Engineer, who works primarily as a Fullstack developer with integration of cloud services such as AWS, IBM Cloud and Google Cloud. He has participated as a developer and programmer in different startups, such as Qosqomposta and Zero Waste Buddy. He is motivated to develop social impact projects that contribute to the fulfillment of the SDGs.

Aldair

Yanela is a systems engineer, who works on Business Intelligence projects, intranet development, web development and data analysis. She enjoys working as a team to solve all kinds of problems by getting a global perspective and focusing on different factors to find a solution.

Yanela

Cecilia is a collegiate Public Accountant, with experience in treasury, tax and general accounting fields. Specialized in the business tourism sector, she has worked in several companies including the Inkaterra hotel chain.

Cecilia Ivoni

Edwing is a public accountant, who has generated expertise in the integration of automated systems combined with accounting knowledge, which has facilitated the integration and processing of data of the company. He loves designing and automating information-processing spreadsheets that are useful to the business.

Bryan Edwing

Vivian graduated in Tourism and Hospitality,she is a specialist in customer service with extensive experience in sales to direct clients with different profiles. She has worked in Tourism in large companies that develop luxury adventures for exclusive passengers, and over the years she is still in love with her career. She is passionate about designing family trips, honeymoons and little-known adventures, whether short or long, these experiences become memories for our guests that nourish them and make them happier.

Vivian Nadenka

Vilma is an Official Tourism Guide and Bachelor of Business Administration, technician in English and Basic computing, with extensive experience in the field of tourism. She loves working in the area of negotiations with suppliers and the operation of services. She likes to lead her team, being proactive, friendly and collaborative, and also loves to serve and provide an excellent service to all customers.

Vilma Zoraida

Graduated in tourism with extensive experience in customer service, Cecilia has worked as a guide in the wonder of the world Machupicchu, and in the beautiful city Cusco. Also, she has great experience in hotels and luxury service. For the last 3 years she has been in direct contact with travelers advising them in the elaboration of the best experiences for their visit to Peru. She loves to prepare the best itineraries according to the profile of the passenger, and her objective is that the traveler can know first-hand the best of her country.

Cecilia

José Antonio is a young entrepreneur with technical studies as a systems analyst, currently studying a Industrial Engineering career. He has 5 years of experience in the tourism industry as a database operator and field supervisor. He loves challenges and to work as a team, listen and learn more every day.

Jose Antonio

Miguel has worked in the operations team for a couple of years now, and he loves team work and considers it is the only way to achieve the  best results. He also loves when guests return to their homes super happy and with unforgettable memories, after having the trip of their life-time in Peru.

Miguel Angel

Alan is a specialist in the Warehouse area of a travel agency, in the following areas: clothing and equipment maintenance. During the last 8 years, he has put his work spirit into practice in Valencia Travel, one of the leading companies in Peru in the field of tourism.

Alan

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Argentina

The cultural and bohemian capital will probably be your first stop in Argentina - make the most of this cosmopolitan city!

Buenos Aires

Iguazu Falls are a major attraction in Argentina. Enjoy the magnificence and immensity of these waterfalls, first-hand!

Iguazu - Argentinian side

The North West of Argentina is relatively undiscovered, with the Gaucho culture, ancient traditions and excellent wines abound!

Salta, Cordoba and Jujuy

Patagonia is remote, rugged, dramatic and a haven for spectacular sealife, extreme weather and icebergs!

The word Bariloche means "people from behind the mountain" in the native language of Mapudungun.

Bariloche

The Cuyo combines delectable wine growing regions and the highest mountain in South America.... for some, the perfect combination!

The Cuyo

Uyuni Salt Flats

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Bolivia

At an elevation of roughly 3,650 m (11,975 ft) above sea level, La Paz is the highest capital city in the world.

La Paz

Uyuni is where you can find the largest salt flats in the world and the reason why most people visit Bolivia!

Uyuni

This magnificent city and once the Capital, showcases the best example of Spanish colonial architecture in South America!

Sucre

This UNESCO World Heritage Site was once a booming silver mining town during colonial times.

Potosi

The Bolivian Amazon region is teaming with wildlife  and forms part of the most abundant place on the planet!

The Bolivian Jungle

Half of Bolivia is found at a high elevation. Meaning that most of the time you can appreciate magnificent mountains!

The Bolivian mountains

Rio de Janeiro

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Brazil

Brazil is famous for its beaches. With over 7491 km of coastline... there is a special beach for everyone!

The Brazilian beaches

Brazil is famous for the source of the Amazon River and being one of the most biodiverse places on the Panet!

The Amazon

You would think that the Brazilians invented football! The passion/obsession in intrinsic to Brazilian culture!

Football

Matto Grosso is home to the biggest wetlands on the planet and a megadiverse range of  animal species... The Pantanal.

Mato Grosso

Iguazu is simply spectacular! The falls can be seen from 3 countries, but the best panoramic views are from the Brazilian side.

Iguazu -Brazilian side

San pedro de Atacama

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Chile

Is dramatic, mountainous and cold! As we head south to Antarctica, the scenery is rustic, natural, wild and exciting.

Chilean Patagonia

The Lake District consists of lush farmland, dense forest, snowcapped volcanoes and clear lakes, hidden in the mountains.

The Lake District

Locals will tell you that The San Pedro de Atacama Desert has had no rain since 1870... welcome to the driest desert in the world!

The Atacama Desert

This Southern Pacific Island is actually closer to Polynesia than Chile, but the Chilean flag flies high above the island!

Easter Island

It is estimated that the first human beings arrived to the now City of Santiago around 10,000 years BC!

Santiago

Cartagena

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Colombia

Colombia is blessed with 2 coastlines on different oceans, the pacific and The Caribbean -paradise in a nutshell!

The Beaches

Colombia is famous or infamous for its cities. Long gone are the days of Pablo Escobar, leaving unique culture and energy in his place.

The Colombian Cities

Colombian mountain regions are all about the coffee! Dont forget to sample the magnificent brew while you are here!

The Colombian Mountains

The Colombian Amazon covers a third of the whole country and is the second most biodiverse place on earth.

The Amazon Jungle

Monteverde

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Costa Rica

Costa rica is blessed with two coastlines on different oceans Check out the Caribbean -central American style!

The Costa Rican Caribbean coast

Costa Rica is blessed with 2 coastlines and both have their individual charms. The Pacific coast is all about the surf and pristine beaches!

The Costa Rican Pacific Coast

Costa Rica is blessed when it comes to bio-diversity. The clould forests and rainforests offer the best wat to get closer to nature!

The Costa Rican rainforests and cloudforests

The cities of Costa Rica are often overlooked, on the way  to the beaches or rainforests, however they are worth a night or two there!

The Costa Rica cities

Most people visit Costa Rica for its pristine beaches and unparalleled cloud forests, however the countries volcanoes are a spectacular stop also!

Volcanos

Galapagos

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Ecuador

The Southern Andes also have much to offer for the adventurous traveller. The devils Nose finishes here also!

The Southern Sierra

The central sierra is famous for the volcanoes and train rides like the Devils Nose, that winds through the central mountains.

The Central Sierra

The Ecuadorian Andes maintain their traditinal customs to this day and once formed part of the Inca Empire.

The Northern Sierra

Quite possibly the main reason why we have heard about Ecuador and it is for a very good reason , boasting unique animal species!

The Galapagos Islands

The capital of Ecuador is where most people will arrive to. The city has its unique attractions also !

Quito

Get ready to cut yourselves off from bustling civilisation and wrestle with the fears of a land to really take you out of your comfort zone!

The Oriente

Tikal

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Guatemala

As the birthplace and heartland of the ancient Maya, the cities are defined by the legacy of this early civilization

The Guatemalan cities

This stunning lake in its own right is simply an impressive part of the world, surrounded by volcanoes and a local, relaxed vibe.

Lake Atitlan

The district of Verapaces is the preferred area for those who like the mountains and a decent cup of coffee!

Coban

The western highlands of Guatemala runs from Antigua up to the border of Mexico and is considered the most beautiful part of the country.

The Western Highlands

Geographically diverse and with its Caribbean inhabitants, you can´t help but chill-out in this natural paradise.

The North and the Oriente

Chichen Itza

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Mexico

The Maya Riviera is the main attraction for a lot of visitors to Mexico, due to its pristine, idyllic beaches

The Caribbean coast  & The Yucatan

Thew Spanish obviously knew what they were looking for when they arrived to Mexico! This was their first stop!

Bajio

Best known for its incredible surfing, Baja California boasts 1500 kilometres  of coastline.

Baja California

Northern Mexico is one of the lesser-visited parts of this country,  yet full of unique adventure.

Northern Mexico

The Mexican capital city covers a large part of central Mexico as well as the great pyramid of Cholula.

Central Mexico

The mountain town of San Cristobal, combines jungle , highlands and a number of Mayan ruins!

Chiapas

Oaxaca is famous for the ancient, indigenous civilisations, pristine beaches, and excellent cuisine!

Oaxaca

Bocas del Toro

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Panama

Is the home of the Coiba national park and is nick-named the Panamanian Galapagos for its unique, aquatic life!

The Panamenian Pacific coast

The rainforests and cloud forests of Panama cover 40% of the country, offering spectacularly impressive biodiversity.

The Panamenian cloud forests and rainforests

The Caribbean coast of Panama is a chilled out laid back place with incredible, white sandy beaches and turquoise coastlines.

The Panamenian Caribbean coast

Panama City is all about its impressive and historical canal and is home to over half of Panama´s population!

The towns and cities

Machu Picchu

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Peru

The home of Peru’s highest mountain, The town of Huaraz and some incredible trekking and mountain climbing.

The Cordillera Blanca

The Andean region forms the spine of Peru and is home to many traditional, ancient communities, who are descendants of the Incas.

The Cusco Highlands

The home of highest lake and the deepestcanyon in the world, The south of Peru is a fascinating place of extremes!

The South

The North of Peru boasts some of the best surfing in the world and is blessed with all year round sunshine!

The "North"

60 % of Peru is part of the Amazon and the Amazon basin and is the most biodiverse rainforest in the world.

The Peruvian Amazon Region

Hol Chan

Vacation package to Belize - The best way for divers and snorkelers to explore the history buffs, ornithologists, wildlife and an ideal destination.

Belize

There are 450 of them! The Cayes are the many islands off the coast of Belize and attract thousands of visitors every year!

The Cayes

Belize is home to the 2nd largest barrier reef on the planet, after Australia. Sea and sub-aquatic plant species abound!

The barrier reef

Although the mountains of Belize are not very high, they are home to incredible wildlife and ancient Mayan ruins!

The Belizean mountains

Belize is blessed with lesser visited Mayan temples. Their setting in the tropical jungle is truly spectacular!

Mayan archaeological sites

While the crystal clear Caribbean sea usually gets travellers to Belize, the rainforest should not be overlooked!

The Belizean jungle

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Rene Hurtado Valencia

CEO & Founder

Amilcar Hurtado Valencia

Vicepresident & Co-founder

Claire Dean

Project Manager

Aldair Huamani Cusi

IT Manager

Yanela Alvarez

IT Specialist

Cecilia Ivoni Delgado Bohorquez

Accounting Manager

Bryan Edwing Camargo Ttupa

Billing Supervisor

Vivian Nadenka Paredes Torres

Sales Specialist

Vilma Zoraida Pillco Cruz

Reservations Manager

Cecilia Cabrera

Sales Manager

Jose Antonio Calderon Hurtado

Product Manager

Miguel Angel Hurtado Valencia

Operations Manager

Alan Hurtado Valencia

Warehouse Manager

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