Our concept
Escapate, a slow tourism company
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Our story
Who are we ?
Founded by three francophones passionate about Peru, Escapate was born in the heart of the former capital of the Inca Empire.
We wanted to propose rather than a stressful tour with just the time to take photos in front of the sites and monuments that are chaining, unique adventures and an immersion in the country.
Why rush in a frantic race to see «everything» (and really nothing), when you can dive into the heart of the real local life, where every moment is a discovery.
Isn’t the real magic of a destination in its vast landscapes, the smiles of its inhabitants, the richness of a local market, or the discreet charm of a site still preserved from mass tourism?
Our values
Ethic
We ensure that our partners and employees share our moral and environmental values.
Our team is selected primarily for their honesty, humanity, integrity, tolerance and ability to empathize when the situation demands it.
Its also important for us to pay our employees above the local average.
Respect
One of the key points at the center of our decisions is respect.
Respect within our team, first and foremost, and also for the local people with their cultures, identities and traditions that we try to highlight throughout our experiences.
Respect for the environment too, with products always thought and focused on the same objective: develop a new model that allows to discover our planet by preserving and/ or regenerating it for the benefit of future generations.
Social Engagement
More than just a travel agency, we think it’s important that our daily work contributes to and helps the local development of the country. Our activities focus on the cities of Cusco and Lima and their surroundings, and aim to promote regional attractions and highlight local actors.
Beyond the mere economic aspect, it seems to us fundamental that our territorial commitment also extends to the cultural and social field. The price of our services includes a “solidarity percentage” calculated on the total amount you pay and that we use each year to support various social, humanitarian and environmental actions.
Our team
Our team is made up of professionals with a deep passion for Peru, who are dedicated to designing tailor-made experiences that go beyond the typical itinerary. We understand the importance of deep market knowledge and the ability to develop memorable experiences for travellers. And what really sets us apart is our unwavering love for our destinies and the eternal curiosity to rediscover them, plunging us into the flavors, aromas, melodies and emotions that only Peru can offer.
Meet our team
Alex Hadjimanolis
Co-founder
Originally from Brittany and in Peru since 2015, Alex traveled for the first time to Latin America as a tour guide for the agency Pasión Andina. After becoming an expert on Latin destinations, he finally decided to settle in Cusco, where he currently lives.
Lionel Stoller
Co-founder
Lionel was born in Switzerland and lived there for most of his life before he turned to tourism and arrived in South America. He settled in Cusco in 2010 and stayed there for almost 8 years doing different things such as creating 2 bakeries, 1 youth hostel, a cultural restaurant-bar and developing the receptive travel agency Pasión Andina.
Bertrand Gross
Co-founder
Bertrand arrived in Cuzco in 1998 as a volunteer, and quickly became passionate about the culture and reality of the Andes, just a few years before the start of mass tourism. Eager to promote these often intangible riches, he set out to create itineraries and encounters between South America and Europe. The various companies in the group share their humanist concern.
Shibelly Condori
Ventas
shibelly@escapateperu.com
Why choosing us?
At Escapate we apply the values of responsible and sustainable tourism for your comfort and for the environment.
Small Groups
For your comfort and for the host populations, 12 people maximum composes our groups.
Off the Beaten Path
Of course, we propose the visit of the essential places of Peru, but we include preserved places of mass tourism.
No Rushing
Our tours are designed so that you take the time to immerse yourself in each place you visit.
English-speaking Guide
We guarantee passionate guides to accompany you and make your day memorable!
Certificated Drivers and Guides
All our team is qualified and certified to guarantee your safety and optimal quality.
Ethical and Eco-friendly
We strive to respect the environment and local communities, in accordance with our values.
Our brands
We are part of a group of companies that consolidate our responsibility and seriousness in this industry.
