
Liz Karen L. Jihuallanca
Peruvian food, culture, and history aren’t just things I love—they’re a part of who I am. As a proud Cusqueñian, I carry my roots with pride and love sharing my culture with others.
I've lived and worked in the U.S., where I made amazing friends and had some great experiences. Before that, I worked on cruise ships, which gave me the chance to travel all over the world and see so many different places.
I’ve also explored Peru from top to bottom—north to south—and with every trip, I fell more in love with my country. That’s why I decided to settle back in Cusco, the place where I was born.
All these adventures taught me how important great service really is. I found my passion for travel—and for helping people create unforgettable journeys of their own.
My goal isn’t just to plan trips—it’s to help others fall in love with Peru the same way I did.
How did you get involved in travel?
"I started working in tourism at a young age while I was finishing university. I was always fascinated by the stories my clients shared about their travels, and I dreamed of exploring the world myself. So when the chance came to work on a cruise ship, I didn’t think twice—I jumped at the opportunity!
That amazing experience opened the door for me to work in the USA, which I was thrilled about. I made great friends there and really enjoyed my time.
After all my adventures abroad, I felt a strong pull to reconnect with my roots. So I traveled around Peru and completely fell in love with my country all over again. That’s when I knew—I wanted to settle down here in Cusco and share my passion for travel with others.
Now, I get to do what I love every day: helping people create perfect, personalized trips that show off the magic of Peru.
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While Machu Picchu is a must-see in Peru, there's more than one way to reach the iconic Inca site. During this 15-day itinerary, take on the lesser-known, more challenging...

Peru is famous for the ruins of Machu Picchu to the south, but the lesser-known pre-Inca sites across the country are just as impressive. This 15-day itinerary brings you up...

Explore the Amazon jungle, the ancient city of Machu Picchu, the floating islands of Lake Titicaca, and more on this exciting 13-day adventure through Peru. You'll get oriented...
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Explore ancient Incan ruins, charming colonial towns, and the breathtaking Sacred Valley as you make your way through some of Peru's most beloved sights in style. Gourmet meals,...

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For a once-in-a-lifetime adventure in Peru, you'll want to see it all—and this two-week itinerary comes close. After an exciting food tour in Lima, set off for the epic...
Recent trip reviews for Liz Karen
Perfect family trip to Peru.
Peru
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Jul 31 - Aug 10, 2025

Hi Mia,
Thank you so much for your kind feedback. That truly means so much to me—thank you! I’m so glad your family enjoyed the trip and that the itinerary felt just right for you. It was a joy to plan those animal and nature experiences knowing how much your kids would love them. Hearing it was your best trip ever is the best reward!
Kindly,
Liz.
This was such a fun trip!
Peru
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Jul 22 - Jul 29, 2025


Hi Rory,
We’re so glad you had a great time exploring Cusco and Machu Picchu! It’s wonderful you enjoyed both circuits, the Pisac market, and the cooking class at Uchu. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with Robert!
Warm regards,
Liz.
Please, please take this as constructive crit...
Peru
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Jul 22 - Jul 29, 2025

Hi David,
Thank you so much for your kind and constructive feedback; we truly appreciate it. You're absolutely right about the importance of having an international phone plan, especially in remote areas, and we’ll make sure to highlight this more clearly going forward. We also take note of your suggestion about avoiding late afternoon flights; thank you for pointing it out. We’re very glad you had a great time overall!
Best,
Liz.
Availability of the specialist and well coordinated tour
Peru
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Jul 18 - Jul 27, 2025

Every part of the trip was great. All the tour guides were wonderful. No stress on finding driver , l love the trip

Hi Ayaz,
Thank you so much for your kind words! I’m thrilled to hear that everything went smoothly and that you enjoyed the trip stress-free. It’s great to know the guides made a positive impact. We truly appreciate you sharing this.
Warmly,
Liz
Excellent planning - everything went smoothly
Peru
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Jul 13 - Jul 26, 2025

Hi Sheri,
Thank you so much for your feedback. I’m really glad the transportation worked out well and that both Raul and Elizabeth made such a great impression—I’ll be sure to share your kind words with them. I’m also happy to hear you enjoyed Tierra Viva Cusco. I’m sorry, though, that Conde de Lemos and the time in Arequipa didn’t meet your expectations. Your input is truly helpful, and we’ll keep it in mind when recommending hotels and planning final trip days in the future.
Thanks again for sharing your thoughts—it really helps us improve.
Warm regards,
Liz
Peru in One Week
Peru
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Jul 16 - Jul 22, 2025


Hi Brian,
Thank you so much for your kind words! I’m very happy to hear everything went smoothly and that you enjoyed the experience from the Amazon to Machu Picchu. It was a pleasure planning this trip for you!
Kindly,
Liz.
For the first time, we went through a travel ...
Peru
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Jul 1 - Jul 13, 2025


Hi Angela,
Thank you so much for your thoughtful and detailed feedback! I'm happy to hear that the trip exceeded your expectations and that you felt well taken care of throughout. It was a pleasure to be part of your family’s adventure in Peru.
Please take care!
Liz.
Karen was absolutely fantastic and a pleasure...
Peru
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Jun 6 - Jun 15, 2025
Karen was absolutely fantastic and a pleasure to work with. She created an itinerary that totally worked for our family and was very receptive to our input. She was on top of everything!

Hi Brian,
Thank you so much for your kind words! 😊 It was a pleasure helping you plan your family trip — I’m so glad you enjoyed it!
Kindly,
Liz.
We had a great time and the whole experience ...
Peru
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May 23 - Jun 6, 2025

Hi Sejal,
Thank you so much! I’m really happy to hear you had a great time. It was a pleasure helping you, and I’m always here if you need anything in the future!
Kind regards.
Liz.
Liz Karen was great with my itinerary plannin...
Peru
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Jun 2 - Jun 19, 2025


Hi Elaine,
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback! I’m really happy everything went smoothly and that you felt supported throughout. It was a pleasure working with you, and I’m so glad you had a wonderful time!
Kindly,
Liz.