Gissela, a happy wife and mother born in Lima, pursued her passion for the tourism industry by studying Tourism Administration at USIL. With over nine years of experience in the sector, she has worked in both Cusco and Lima, gaining a wealth of knowledge and expertise. Her family's roots in the mountains of Lima have deeply influenced her love for travel and exploration. From a young age, Gissela embraced the joy of exploring local communities, immersing herself in their unique cultures and traditions. This early exposure fostered a profound appreciation for the diverse landscapes of Peru, from the rugged Andean highlands to the lush Amazon rainforest and the stunning coastal regions.
She was born in the city of Buenos Aires, with Guarani and Argentinean roots. Since her childhood, she has been curious about the world and other cultures, which led her to live in different countries such as Paraguay, Chile, and Germany, where she studied and resided for over 12 years. Having traveled across various continents, including Asia and Europe, she has had the opportunity to encounter diverse cultures and individuals, igniting her passion for travel, which eventually became her profession. When it comes to Peru, her favorite place is undoubtedly the north, renowned for its rich cultural heritage, delightful cuisine, and picturesque beaches. Regarding South America, she holds a special admiration for the Jesuit reductions in Paraguay and Argentina, as well as the Iguazú Falls situated at the triple border, where one can seamlessly transition between countries, savor different culinary delights, and hear a variety of languages.
Born and raised in Lima, Luis descended from a family that has Spanish and Inca roots. His father's side of the family are from the northern part of Cajamarca and his mother's from the Central Jungle of Peru. He was always amazed by the lush green mountains and the welcoming friendliness of the people in La Merced when he went on trips with his mother to her homeland. It was these memories that later encouraged him to want to discover his country and everything it could offer.
Luis studied Tourism Administration and his passion remains intact after his first decade in the industry. Throughout his experiences he has visited the city of Cusco many times, boarded the luxury train, Hiram Bingham, on an expedition to Machu Picchu, sailed on a luxury cruise through the Amazon, surrounded by wildlife, explored from Puno to La Paz (Bolivia) and toured Lake Titicaca by catamaran, he has also visited several theaters in Buenos Aires and had a glass of wine in the Uco Valley in Mendoza (which is of course obligatory).
Johannes, born in Germany, has lived in many countries and cities around the world due to his wanderlust personality. His passion for Latin America was awoken by his love for traditional music from the continent, which led him to study Spanish, Portuguese, and Latin American studies at university. He has worked in Peru for five years and is always up for a new experience, having explored many lesser-traveled paths in the country.
Keyla studied at an American school in Peru, when she came to the end of her schooling, the big 'What's the next step?' question came up. She wasn't sure which career to pursue but she told herself that whatever it may be, she should be able to use her English. Organizing and coordinating were the words that resonated in her mind. With some doubt on whether to study business administration or hotels, a friend proposed commercial aviation, but in the end she opted for business administration.
Without realizing it she was beginning to develop her career in the tourism sector, firstly as a promoter and then a sales executive in several agencies. In 1999 and along with the birth of her daughter, Mariafe, she was also welcomed to the Setours family. Back then, we were a team of only 6 people in sales and 2 in operations. She has excelled in the company since then and found herself moving through the areas of sales, operations, negotiations and now reservations in her almost 20 years at the company.
Katharina, originally from Northern Germany, was drawn to Latin America after volunteering in Costa Rica. She pursued a career in tourism and worked for a German tour operator, with a particular interest in South America. During her studies, she completed an internship abroad, which led her to Setours in Lima. Katharina worked in the sales department for six months and was impressed by the diverse landscape and culture of Peru beyond Machu Picchu.
Tobias has been fascinated by exploring foreign countries and cultures for as long as he can remember. This enthusiasm has already taken him to many places around the world. One special moment was his trip to Colombia during his training as a travel agent - his first visit to South America, and he immediately fell in love with the continent. His passion for this beautiful part of the world has been burning ever since. To pursue this passion, Tobi studied tourism. During his studies, he had the chance to spend some time in Lima, Peru, where he lost his heart. After successfully completing his Bachelor's degree in tourism and transportation, he moved to Munich. In Munich, Tobi was able to share his enthusiasm for South America for over eight years as a travel designer, primarily in the luxury segment. Despite his many trips through Central and South America, there are still many new things for him to discover and experience. Everything new he discovers, he uses to create beautiful and unique trips for his clients. Tobi uses his experience and dynamic approach to create tailor-made and unforgettable travel experiences. His insider knowledge and passion help him to fulfill his clients' wishes and transfer his love for this unique continent to them.
Born and raised in Lima, since she was a kid, Isabel has always been curious to discover the world, from a street corner in a small town to the mountain that surrounds it, it was that interest and the taste for the service and commercial industry that she learned from her parents, especially from her mother, what impulse her to study Tourism Management. Isa has gained experience in different companies in the tourism and commercial industry, so over the years she has been able to know incredible places in Peru, she believes that every place has its charm but definitely, her favorite destination is always nature.
Amy has always been a wanderer at heart! Born in South Africa and having spent time living in Romania, Ireland, and Austria, she was exposed to a wide range of cultures and customs from an early age. This intercultural upbringing sparked a passion for travel that has only grown stronger over the years. With a bachelor's degree in tourism and leisure management and a master's in marketing, Amy followed her dreams and joined an international travel team dedicated to creating memorable journeys for their customers. When she's not busy planning one-of-a-kind travel experiences, Amy loves spending time with her furry best friend, Chutney, hitting the trails and exploring the great outdoors, and of course, ticking new destinations off her ever-growing bucket list - with over 55 countries already visited!
Christine has always been passionate about travelling. Already in her childhood, she spent hours looking at the maps in her atlas dreaming about various destinations, especially South America. As a grown-up, she decided to study languages, Tourism and International Development. Throughout her studies and internships, she had the chance to make her dream come true as she travelled to and lived in several countries. Her personal highlight was her year in Chile, where she taught German to future German teachers. Afterwards, she travelled through other South American countries, and she was so impressed that she knew she wanted to turn her passion into her profession. Now she is very happy to be part of the Setours team. In her free time, Christine loves enjoying nature, doing sports and laughter yoga, visiting cultural events and concerts, and of course spending time with family and friends.
