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Taking in close-up views of glaciers
from $900
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Spirit of Glaciers

2 Day Itinerary aboard M/V Santa Cruz
  • Scenic Navigation
  • Upsala and Spegazzini Glaciers
  • Guided Excursions
  • Unforgettable Experiences
  • Gourmet Dining
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El Calafate / Puerto Bandera
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 2-day Spirit of Glaciers cruise aboard the MV Santa Cruz to explore Patagonia’s stunning beauty. Designed for comfort and adventure, the cruise features towering glaciers, serene waterways, and lush forests. Enjoy guided excursions, cozy accommodations, and gourmet dining for an unforgettable experience.
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Adventures in Patagonia! Reaching Torres del Paine!
from $1,397
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Hotel del Paine - Torres del Paine

3 Day Itinerary
  • Hike to the Base of the Towers
  • 4x4 adventure through the Park
  • Choose your own way to explore
Activity Level
Moderate
For those who are short on time but big on adventure, take advantage of our quick Torres del Paine extension. Rest and relax at Hotel del Paine or adventure through Torres del Paine National Park. Hike in gorgeous landscapes and jagged glaciated ranges as you explore vast expanses on this Patagonia tour.
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Marvel at the thundering power of Iguazu Falls
from $787
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Iguazu Falls: Brazil and Argentina

3 Day Itinerary
  • See views from a suspended walkway
  • Raft the lower Iguazu River
  • Walk the lower path of Iguazu Falls
Activities
Helicopter Tours
Activity Level
Relaxed
This three-day extension tour visits the marvelous Iguazu Falls on the Argentine-Brazil border, making it an excellent addition to any tour of Argentina or Brazil. Taking a train deep into the subtropical jungle gives you exclusive access to the numerous walkways that are considered among the most beautiful paths in the world.
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Experience the gaucho lifestyle in Argentina
from $728
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Estancia El Ombu

2 Day Itinerary
  • Join ranch work with Angus cattle
  • Explore ranch by horse, bike, foot
  • Visit San Antonio de Areco pueblo
Activities
Horseback Riding
Activity Level
Relaxed
Take a break from the city and experience life like a true gaucho in the Pampas. Stay at a real cattle ranch, help with herding, try lassoing horses, and get to know the local people who’ve lived this way for generations. It’s a fun and hands-on way to see a different side of Argentina.
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Traditional villagers in Huilloc, Peru
from $721
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Huilloc Experience

3 Day Itinerary
  • Explore Andean landscapes
  • Experience the Inca practice
  • Participate in the Chaskiq activity
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Huilloc Homestay / Ollantaytambo
Activities
Village Visits, Volunteering
Activity Level
Relaxed
Experience the richness of Quechua culture and tradition with a 3-day immersive trip to the village of Huilloc, nestled in the heart of the Sacred Valley. This trip will give you an opportunity to witness and participate in the daily lives of the Quechua people, one of the largest indigenous groups in South America.
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Zipline adventure in Banos
from $946
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Baños

3 Day Itinerary
  • Explore Cotopaxi National Park
  • Hike Cotopaxi's 15,900-foot refuge
  • Visit Manto de la Novia waterfall
  • Choose your adventure in Baños
Starts / Ends
Quito / Quito
Activities
Biking
Activity Level
Relaxed
Set out on a 3-day Ecuador adventure, hiking Cotopaxi, soaking in Baños hot springs, and exploring Quilotoa Crater Lake. Tailor your activities for a personalized experience.
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Cotopaxi Volcano in Ecuador
from $384
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Cotopaxi - Quilotoa

2 Day Itinerary
Activity Level
Relaxed
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Sky bike in the rainforest
from $1,705
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Mashpi Lodge Adventure

3 Day Itinerary
  • Discover Mashpi forest by night
  • Stay at Mashpi Lodge
  • Explore the rainforest
Activities
Wildlife Viewing, Hiking
Activity Level
Easy Active
This 3 day Ecuador trip will immerse you in the deep green forest of one of the world's richest bio-diversity hotspots. Hike the nature trails, explore by the lodge's sky bike, get a different perspective from the observation tower, and observe the wildlife around Mashpi Lodge.
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The Corpus Christi Festival in Pujili, Ecuador
from $796
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Corpus Christi Festival

3 Day Itinerary
  • Learn about this unique festival
  • Watch festival processions
  • Visit the famous Tigua painters
Activities
Hacienda Visits, Festival Visits
Activity Level
Relaxed
Join thousands of Ecuadorians in Pujili for the Corpus Christi festival which features the El Danzante parades. This fiesta is a fascinating mix of Catholic and traditional religious practices and is an exhibition for the region's folkloric dance, music, cuisine, and art.
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Chimborazo Volcano, a view from Hacienda San Augustin de Callo
from $478
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Chimborazo Volcano

2 Day Itinerary
Activity Level
Relaxed
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Family horseback riding in Ecuador
from $894
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Cotopaxi National Park and Horseback Riding

2 Day Itinerary
  • Horseback Riding across Rumiñahui
  • Admire Cotopaxi’s natural beauty
  • Visit the Park Visitors Centre
Activity Level
Easy Active
Visit the Cotopaxi National Park and horseback in the shadows of the volcano during this 2 day/1 night extension from Quito. Enjoy the relaxing life on a hacienda while exploring the Ecuadorian highlands.
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Add an excursion to spot the Cock-of-the-Rock
from $480
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Bellavista Cloudforest

3 Day Itinerary
  • Enjoy 360-deg view of cloud forest
  • Learn about birdlife and vegetation
  • Stay at Bellavista Lodge
Activity Level
Relaxed
This 3-day Ecuador cloud forest tour sits less than two hours from Quito, in the country's first private protected area. Guided and self-guided hikes wind through misty trails to hidden waterfalls, while feeders outside the lodge stay busy with hummingbirds. Watch for the elusive Olinguito after dark in the Tandayapa Valley.
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