Plan your own journey on The Artisan Trail

Get expert help planning your DIY adventure through Peru.

Your friend of a friend in Peru

After nearly twenty years exploring Peru and its craft traditions up close — and fielding countless requests from friends, family, neighbors, coworkers, and their uncles — I created The Artisan Trail to share what I know. It’s designed for curious, independent travelers: the kind who love diving into research and mapping out their own adventures, but could use some expert guidance to navigate Peru’s geography, infrastructure, and hidden gems.

Whether you’re starting from scratch or refining an existing itinerary, I can help you design a trip that not only connects you with Peru’s vibrant craft scene (if that’s your jam), but also flows smoothly and includes standout meals, places to stay, and experiences many travelers miss.

The Artisan Trail is not a travel agency. I don’t book your reservations — that’s something you’ll do — and I’m not trying to sell you tours and services that bring me commissions (I used to work in luxury travel and know that world well). My goal is to provide honest, experience-based recommendations and guidance that will help you design a journey that’s truly your own.

Trip planning services

Itinerary Audit — $249

A one-time review of your existing Peru trip plans with tips to maximize time, improve flow, artisan stops, and suggestions.

Includes:
PDF summary + 1 round of follow-up Q&A

Custom itinerary – $699 and up

Start fresh or build from a loose idea. We’ll co-create your itinerary, focusing on the regions and crafts that speak to you. You’ll then have everything you need to book services directly.

Includes:
45-minute call, Full PDF itinerary with DIY booking information, 1 revision round

What you get

  • Personalized advice from someone who lives here with 15+ years of experience in Peru’s travel and artisan sectors.

  • Unbiased, tailored recommendations based on what fits your travel style and makes your trip meaningful, not based on commissions.

  • Exclusive artisan experiences, including private workshop visits and hands-on demos with local makers most tour companies don’t offer.

  • Curated route ideas and insider tips on the best markets, upcoming festivals, memorable meals, unique places to stay, and other can’t-miss experiences.

  • Smart logistical guidance to help you link flights, trains, and overland travel so your itinerary flows smoothly and makes the most of your time.

  • A handcrafted itinerary designed for independent travelers like you — people who love to plan and book their own trips but want help getting it just right.

Or just exploring? Check out the Craft Routes.