Instead of us telling you why you should travel with Peru Hop, feel free to browse the Community Page of past, present and future Peru Hop travelers and read what they say about us. You can find it here.
We are far from perfect, but we guarantee to do everything to ensure you have an incredible time on your once-in-a-lifetime trip to Peru!
10 reasons why so many people choose Peru Hop as the best way to travel around Peru:
Unlike local buses, Peru Hop is more than just a bus ride from A to B. It’s more of an authentic experience beyond the typical tourist route where you’ll explore hidden gems (more below), interact with our local travel hosts and communities, and hear stories about life in Peru.
Add to that the flexibility offered through our hop-on, hop-off system and it’s a recipe for the perfect trip. Short on time? We have amazing day trips to enjoy what this country has to offer in 1-4 days! Don’t settle for just passing through and being a typical tourist, discover the real Peru with Peru Hop!
Our Travel Hosts are local Peruvians fluent in English, and past reviews say it all—our travelers love them! They’re not your typical guides rattling off dates and textbook facts; instead, they offer you a real insight into what life in Peru was—and is—truly like.
You’ll hear fascinating stories and fun facts, like how five of Peru’s last six presidents ended up in jail or that the minimum wage here is just $300 per month (don’t worry, we pay our team far more than that!).
More than guides, our Travel Hosts become your local friends, sharing insider tips, introducing you to authentic Peruvian food and drink, and helping you experience Peru at local prices.
They’re right there with you every step of the journey, sharing stories, lifting spirits on long transfers, and creating spontaneous moments that make your trip unforgettable. Get ready to explore Peru with a true local by your side!
With Peru Hop, you’ll explore hidden gems across Peru that most travelers miss—places either hard to reach alone or ignored by other travel companies. One exclusive stop is the Secret Slave Tunnels, a truly one-of-a-kind experience included in nearly all our trips.
Beneath an isolated 18th-century mansion lies a 17-kilometer maze of underground tunnels once used for slave transport in the 19th century. This Peru Hop exclusive reveals a darker side of Peruvian history while supporting the local community, many of whom are descendants of those once forced through these tunnels.
Peru Hop was founded by four friends—Will and Conor from Ireland, Pete from England, and Paolo from Peru—who have each called Lima home for over a decade. We’re not a massive corporation or a billion-dollar airline; we’re just four guys who, in 2013, set out to create a way for travelers to experience the real Peru in a safe, flexible, and authentic way.
After exploring Peru ourselves, we realized that most tourists miss out on the true heart of the country, its people, and its hidden gems. We’re passionate about sharing the Peru we love with you, helping travelers connect with local culture, and making it easy for everyone to have an unforgettable experience here.
Read more about how we started and the crazy timeline of events here!
At Peru Hop, we’re proud to welcome travelers from every corner of the globe, with over 315,000 passengers from 85+ countries joining us so far! Whether you’re a solo backpacker, part of a family, a couple, or exploring with friends, all are welcome in the Hopster family.
65% of our passengers are women and there is no age limit—our travelers range from 10 months to 85 years old! With the average age being 31. And, as the reviews show, friendships (and even a few marriages!) form on board, with people meeting like-minded travelers from all walks of life.
And don’t worry if you’re new to group travel—our Travel Hosts make it easy to get involved and help everyone feel like part of the family.
A look online will show you that many companies in the travel industry treated their customers terribly during the pandemic. Agencies disappeared, tour companies ignored emails, and many companies also left their staff stranded.
We are very proud of how we handled this unprecedented situation, and we are sure that if you look online, or speak to anyone who was traveling with us at that time, they will tell you how much we helped them.
Things can sometimes go wrong when traveling, and that’s why it’s always important to ensure you go with a company that will be there to assist you if needed. We are extremely proud of our team and their incredible customer service levels which were portrayed during and after the pandemic.
There is no one itinerary that suits every traveler, so we didn’t try to make one and instead created flexible passes that allows you to travel at your own pace! Each pass is valid for 1 year meaning you can spend as little or as long as you want at each stop. Simply use our App and select when you want to depart on the next bus, where you want us to pick you up and more. No restricting itineraries, no worries!
We know nobody is a big fan of bus travel as it is, but we do our best to make sure you’re entertained for the journey anyway! Sit back and enjoy a good classic film in English, don’t run out of battery on your phone or any other device with our USB ports, and stay cozy on our night buses with one of the thick duvet blankets we hand out! For more on the comfort and safety of traveling with Peru Hop read our buses page.
Avoid paying for a taxi to to a risky bus station and trying to catch your next bus on time. Then paying for a taxi to your accommodation and doing it all again in a few days. We pick you up and drop you off right at the door. Did you know: we’re the only bus that goes directly to Huacachina, all other buses only go as far as the closest town, Ica. This would mean paying for a taxi to a bus station in a whole other town!
All our buses are equipped with reliable, high-speed Wi-Fi keeping you connected – even in remote areas You’ll be able to stream Netflix/Youtube, use social media (TikTok, Instagram, etc), use maps, Whatsapp your friends, or even hop on a quick call without the need of a local SIM card. The only bus company with guaranteed high-speed Wi-Fi allowing you to travel and stay connected at all times.
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