The new & fastest-growing best value operator to Machu Picchu
Yapa Explorers was created in 2024 by Tifany Davalos, a young Peruvian frustrated at huge travel companies ripping people off for their Machu Picchu trips. Using her local experience and contacts, she created Yapa Explorers to offer the best ways to explore Machu Picchu at fair prices in a local and authentic way.
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Machu Picchu & Sacred Valley – 2 Day Combo Tour
Combine Peru’s best experiences! Start with the Sacred Valley, stay overnight in Aguas Calientes, and explore Machu Picchu the next morning.
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Machu Picchu by Train – Full Day
A perfect one-day trip! Enjoy a comfortable journey to Machu Picchu, with plenty of time to explore the ancient citadel before returning in the evening.
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Short Inca Trail – 2 Day Experience
A perfect option for those short on time! Trek for one day along the famous Inca Trail, arriving at Machu Picchu in the afternoon. Explore the ruins the next morning before returning.
All our tours guarantee entry to Machu Picchu! If you book last minute and we can’t secure your ticket, we’ll issue a full refund — simple and fair.
Everything’s included – from top-rated guides and quality equipment to safe, comfortable transport. At Yapa we don’t cut corners. Simply - the best-value option.
From drivers to porters to expert guides, our team is 100% local! We also reinvest profits to support and uplift the communities we work in.
It’s your once-in-a-lifetime trip to Machu Picchu, and we’ll do everything possible to ensure it exceeds your expectations. In fact, it's in our name! (see above)
Chat with our local experts on WhatsApp HERE or email us info@yapaexplorers.com.
We’re happy to answer all your questions — and even if you don’t book with us, we’ll be glad to have helped make your trip a little easier!
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Founded by Tifany in January 2024
Launched with no marketing budget and just one traveler per day
Rapid growth driven purely by word of mouth from happy travelers
2025, the fastest-growing Machu Picchu operator
Proof that genuine service and unforgettable experiences build real trust
Served over 5,000 travelers
Achieved a 96.5% approval rating
Received 500+ positive online reviews
Featured in 20+ travel blogs and articles
Launched in January 2024, Yapa Explorers was founded by Tifany Davalos, a passionate entrepreneur, avid traveler, dog lover, and seasoned travel professional.
After years of working with some of the most recognized names in Peru’s travel industry. Our founder took time off exploring South America, Europe, and Asia.
After several months Tifany decided it was time to come home and create something truly unique in Cusco, Peru—a company built on authenticity, exceptional service, and unbeatable value.
We didn’t (and still don’t) have a massive marketing budget or links to international magazines and TV shows. But what we do have is a deep commitment to delivering personalized service where you, the traveler, are always our top priority.
We hit the ground running…word of mouth—the greatest marketing tool of all—quickly kicked in, and we began welcoming a steady stream of adventurous travelers. Inspired by your feedback and energized by your stories, we are more determined than ever to make your Machu Picchu dreams come true.
As the fastest-growing Machu Picchu operator in 2025, we are proud to disrupt the industry by offering superior value and authentic experiences.
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