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Custom Travel Experiences Since 1998

Private, Personal, Sophisticated

Step off the beaten path and experience the world on your own terms, without the stress of planning everything yourself. There is no set recipe for our tours. Since 1998, Yampu Tours has been providing travelers with unparalleled, individually crafted, private experiences to suit their unique interests and travel tastes. We invite you to peruse our sample itineraries for travel inspiration and to connect with our travel experts who can create the perfect, personalized journey.

Don't just see the world, be a part of it. That’s the Yampu difference.

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Destinations

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SOUTH AMERICA
CENTRAL AMERICA & Caribbean
AFRICA
INDIAN SUBCONTINENT & HIMALAYAS
SOUTH-EAST ASIA
NORTH-EAST ASIA
MIDDLE EAST & NORTHERN AFRICA
AUSTRALASIA
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NORTH AMERICA
SOUTHERN EUROPE
NORTHERN EUROPE, NORDICS & SCANDINAVIA
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THE BALKANS

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ACTIVE ADVENTURE VACATIONS
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FAMILY, TEEN & MULTIGENERATION
FOOD & WINE TOURS
LUXURY TOURS
ESSENTIAL MUST-SEES
SAFARI, WILDLIFE & BIRDING
ROMANCE & HONEYMOONS
SPIRITUAL, SPA & WELLNESS
CRUISES
EDUCATION, CULTURAL IMMERSION & VOLUNTEERING
SPECIALTY LODGING

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What Our Clients Are Saying

  • "Two separate covid-postponed trips with Yampu in 2022. Portugal/Spain in October and India in November. I have been traveling with them since 2016, and these are the additional destinations; South Africa/Zimbabwe/Zambia, Cuba, and Peru. A custom trip is worth it, especially if you are trying to maximize your experience at a destination you're unfamiliar with and/or is far from your home. They organize just about everything for you in detailed fashion and your job is to enjoy the trip! That said, since nothing is perfect, the couple of times I have a had small issue, it has always been resolved. Communication is very good. You will likely be amazed with how efficient and relaxing a trip can be when it is put together by a travel expert. A helpful hint if you're going to be a first-time traveler with Yampu; thoroughly read the draft itinerary they send, and if you see something you'd rather not do, or think of something you want to include, just tell them! It's your custom trip and the beauty of Yampu is they are happy work with you to create the itinerary. :)"
    ES, January 2023
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    This was our 6th vacation using Yampu's services! There is a reason we call Stephanie every year to help us with the ideas and planning! She really leans in to understand our wants and needs on vacation. She is patient and always provides the best communication. Our trip to Chile was excellent! Everything went smoothly from transportation to food to excursions! She works with us and puts in the extra effort to make everything come together. Thank you Yampu, and thank you Stephanie!

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    Lisa Chapa, June 2024
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    Stephanie is the absolute best! We love to spin the globe with Stephanie and see what adventure awaits us and she never, ever disappoints! She always has great ideas, knows exactly what we will like, and ensures that everything is as smooth as possible. I have had to reach out to her a few times after hours (not my preference) and she is always there to save the day. She is a true professional, a great person, and I trust her implicitly with all aspects of our travel. She creates magical vacations that provide us with memories and joy that we will cherish always! Stephanie is the reason why we continue to go back to Yampu each year for international travel. I can't wait to spin the globe again with Stephanie, she is the best!!!! THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU!!!!

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    Bernadette, June 2024
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    Yampu ... you guys did it again! We had a great time. Thanks so much to you and the entire teams here and there. Both cities were beautiful and the time in each was perfect The hotels you found were in very convenient locations (the Ambassador in Prague was exquisite). Tour guides and drivers were excellent (esp Kveta in Prague who gave us so many great tips on meals, music and sites and Sandor in Budapest) All trains and transfers worked out perfectly And a terrific surprise … Seniors ride subway and trams for free! (Just need a passport in case anyone asks) Only thing was the sprint between KLM gates in Amsterdam! But we made it

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    RayT Marschall, July 2024
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    Stephanie is the absolute best! She helped my mom and I plan the most amazing trip to Peru. We had the absolute best time and were so impressed by all of the tours, guides and hotels that were a part of our itinerary. Stephanie really listened to our wants and made sure every detail was handled so there was zero stress on our part. Looking forward to booking our next year trip with Yampu/Stephanie!

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    Jennifer Walrath, September 2024
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    This is the 7th time we've traveled with Yampu Tours, and it is always a pleasure. This time we went to Colombia - Medellin and Cartagena. The boutique hotels and private guides were first class, and there wasn't a single hitch from the time we were met at the airport arriving to the time they walked us to the front of the line on the way home and got us to the gate. Colombia was a fabulous destination as well, highly recommend. We're a senior but very active couple. Best of all, the cost wasn't any different than what my friends pay for those higher end group tours.

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    Jonathan Cutler,
  • "My father and I travelled to Svalbard, Norway, this summer. This was our third arctic circle trip in 8 years set up by Monica at Yampu (Iceland, Finland and now Norway), and were each outside the normal Yampu destinations (showing their flexibility). Our itinerary was originally prepared for Greenland but evolved into the Svalbard expedition. Since our interest was in wildlife, Monica made sure that we would be satisfied in our quest for photographing animals--from a remote lodge in Costa Rica, to a remote outpost on the Finnish-Russian border in a bear blind; to a reindeer farm in Alaska; and this time a walrus colony in the Arctic. Yampu mixes luxury and comfort where possible along with a rugged experience that endears you to each location. Every transfer was met, and even small details (like my birthday) were accounted for in surprising way. In a short number of days (9 days total), time was given to visit Oslo and experience the city and culture on the bookends of the trip. Ultimately, after using other travel firms in the past, we will never look back. Yampu is AMAZING!!"
    Franzetti Art,
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    The perfect trip from the perfect company! I spent a week in Ecuador organized by Yampu and from the guides to the hotels to all the transfer logistics everything was perfect! I have used Yampu multiple times and they are my go to company for the Neotropics!
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    C. Antonucci, January 2022
  • "Me and my wife for two Dec 21 weeks in Lima, Amazonia, Cusco and Machu Picchu, organized by Yampu. All in all, an excellent experience that we highly recommend. Our local guides gladly walked the extra mile just to make sure that we are happy with the service. Pandemic wise, we felt absolutely safe as Peruvians are very disciplined in following the rules in all public places. The Yampu Team really amazed us as they reacted proactively during a local strike crisis that would cost us the chance to visit Machu Picchu. Thanks to them we smoothly adjusted our flights, accommodation and guides itineraries and we finally made it! We would strongly recommend Jose and his team in Yampu for your next trip in Peru, especially at these challenging times."
    Aspa & Thanos, January 2022
  • "From pick up to drop off our trip was magical! We hired a private tour for the 5 days and it paid off, we saw so many hidden gems, hiked in caves we would have never known about, ate at organic greenhouses etc., I would highly recommend this company."
    Debby B., November 2021

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