Small Group Travel Blog: Expert Travel Tips, Destination Guides & Tour Advice

Welcome to the Small Group Tours by The Traveling Professor travel blog, featuring expert travel tips, destination guides, cruise advice, packing suggestions, airfare strategies, and first-hand insights from more than 17 years of planning small group tours.

Our articles are written for travelers who want more than ordinary sightseeing. Whether you are planning a trip to Europe, Canada, South America, Iceland, Scotland, Ireland, Italy, France, Peru, or a luxury river cruise, our goal is to help you travel smarter, more comfortably, and with greater confidence.

Since 2009, Small Group Tours by The Traveling Professor has helped solo travelers, couples, and friends enjoy carefully planned, adults-only small group tours with quality hotels, expert local guides, thoughtful pacing, and personal service from real travel professionals who know our destinations inside and out.

Latest Travel Tips & Destination Guides

Archive by category: Peru, Machu Picchu and the Amazon Travel GuideReturn
Discover the best street foods from around the world with The Traveling Professor. From hot dogs in Oslo to gelato in Rome, these culinary adventures make each small group tour even more unforgettable.
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Cusco, Peru isn’t just the gateway to Machu Picchu—it’s a foodie’s paradise. From gourmet dining to casual favorites, discover The Traveling Professor’s top restaurant picks, including alpaca burgers, tapas, and innovative Peruvian cuisine on our small group tours.
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Explore the best Peru and Machu Picchu itinerary featuring Lima, Cusco, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, and the Amazon Jungle. Enjoy history, culture, and adventure in luxury on this unforgettable small group tour experience.
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The Traveling Professor’s Peru itinerary offers a rich, immersive experience through Lima, Cusco, Machu Picchu, and the Amazon. Travelers explore historic landmarks, ancient Inca sites, vibrant neighborhoods, and lush jungle landscapes. With curated stays, expert guides, and unique cultural encounters, the journey balances adventure, comfort, and discovery — showcasing Peru’s diverse beauty beyond just Machu Picchu.
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About the Author

Professor Steve Solosky, The Traveling Professor, is the founder of Small Group Tours by The Traveling Professor, operating since 2009. A former college professor and author of The Traveling Professor’s Guide to Paris, Steve has planned and led small group tours throughout Europe, Canada, South America, and beyond. His travel expertise has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, WCBS Radio, and The New York Times Travel Show.

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