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Village by a River Bank in the Peruvian Amazon
from $9,450
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Exploring the Upper Amazon

8 Day Itinerary aboard Crucero Amazonas
  • View the headwaters of the Amazon
  • Sail the black waters of the Yarapa
  • Explore Nauta the Forest of Mirrors
  • See the biodiversity of Las Palmas
  • Enjoy guided activities onboard
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Iquitos / Iquitos
Activities
Rainforest Exploration, Cooking Classes
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on this 8-day Crucero Amazonas offering exceptional upper amazon cruises along the Amazon River. From Iquitos, cross the Yarapa River to witness avian species. Visit Puerto Miguel, Las Palmas, and Nauta Cano. Enjoy onboard activities during this premier luxury amazon cruise peru experience.
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Camping along the Inca Trail
from $7,989
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Luxury Inca Trail

10 Day Itinerary
Activities
Camping
Activity Level
Challenging
Hike the Inca Trail in style and comfort. This 10-day Inca Trail trek & exploration of Andean Peru is combined with an upscale camping experience offering comfortable cots, hot water showers, and fine cuisine served under a portable dining tent. Top-shelf service and highly knowledgeable guides assure your once-in-a-lifetime trip to Machu Picchu is perfect.
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Puerto Natales, Patagonia
from $3,450
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Nomads of Patagonia Route

Puerto Montt-Puerto Natales - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MV Skorpios III
  • Visit Puerto Aguirre Village
  • Relax in Quitralco Fjord
  • See Puerto Eden’s footbridges
  • Ride boats to El Brujo Glacier
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Puerto Montt / Puerto Natales
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a scenic 8-day Patagonia cruise from Puerto Montt to Puerto Natales aboard MV Skorpios III. Navigate through dramatic channels, fjords, and mountain landscapes. Disembark in Puerto Natales after an unforgettable journey through one of the world’s most beautiful regions.
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Couple looks out over Machu Picchu
from $1,700
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Inca Trail Express

5 Day Itinerary
Activity Level
Challenging
This 5-day trip spends 4 days hiking the Inca Trail then visits Machu Picchu for a full day exploring the ruins. Hike with expert guides and enjoy deluxe camping to assure the best possible experience. Travelers are required to spend a minimum of two nights at high altitude before the trek, usually in Cusco, Sacred Valley, or Lake Titicaca.
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Machu Picchu Clouds
from $1,947
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Machu Picchu by Train

7 Day Itinerary
  • Watch the sunrise over Machu Picchu
  • Explore Cusco with a local guide
  • Tour the ruins of Ollantaytambo
  • Visit a local textile market
Activity Level
Relaxed
On this 7-day excursion through the Sacred Valley starting in Lima, you'll visit impressive Inca ruins such as Sacsayhuamán near Cusco, then Pisac, and Ollantaytambo. Finally, you'll take the train to Machu Picchu and spend two days exploring the most impressive Inca ruins.
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We couldn't get enough of the rainbow!
from $2,228
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Discover Peru

Machu Picchu & Lake Titicaca - 9 Day Itinerary
  • Learn Inca history at Machu Picchu
  • See Lake Titicaca's floating island
  • Visit prominent Inca sites
  • Tour the colonial city of Cusco
Activity Level
Relaxed
This 9-day expedition tour features an all inclusive Peru vacation package that starts in Lima departing towards Cusco to explore the Sacred Valley and spending two days exploring Machu Picchu. The trip continues on to Lake Titicaca to explore South America's largest lake. If you have a few extra days, extend your trip to explore the Amazon jungle.
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Cotopaxi volcano in Ecuador
from $2,040
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Ecuador North to South

8 Day Itinerary
  • Hike on Cotopaxi Volcano
  • Take a train over Naríz del Diablo
  • Explore the ruins of Ingapirca
  • Visit a unique mangrove forest
Activities
Hacienda Visits
Activity Level
Relaxed
This tour of Ecuador offers visitors some of the most stunning natural beauty and cultural diversity on the continent. Wander the cobblestone streets of colonial Quito, experience indigenous cultures near Cotopaxi and Quilotoa volcanoes, ride the panoramic Nariz del Diablo train, explore Inca ruins and colonial Cuenca before finishing our trip in Guayaquil.
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Mirador de los condores, Colca Canyon
from $1,283
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Arequipa & Colca Canyon

4 Day Itinerary
Activity Level
Relaxed
Explore Peru's highlights during this extension to Arequipa and the Colca Canyon for a rich cultural experience and visit to one of the world's deepest canyons.
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The ancient stone structures of Machu Picchu
from $9,720
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Peru and Galapagos Escape

12 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Islander II
  • Explore Machu Picchu ruins
  • Visit Pisac and Ollantaytambo sites
  • Witness Inca weaving traditions
  • Spot penguins Sullivan Bay
Starts / Ends
Lima / Ecuador
Activity Level
Variable
Join a 12-day adventure through Peru and the Galapagos. Begin in Lima, explore Cusco, Sacred Valley, and Machu Picchu. Continue to Ecuador’s Galapagos Islands aboard National Geographic Islander II, hiking, snorkeling, kayaking, and observing wildlife in their natural habitats.
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from $3,000
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Easter Island Complete Adventure

5 Day Itinerary
  • Explore Ahu Akivi, Tahai and more
  • Enjoy Anakena Beach's white sand
  • Explore waters of near Motu Nui
  • Visit the crater of Rano Kau
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Santiago / Easter Island
Activities
Horseback Riding
Activity Level
Easy Active
Take a 5-day Easter Island Complete Adventure and explore moai statues, ancient sites, and stunning nature. Visit Ahu Akivi, Tongariki, and Rano Raraku. Swim at Anakena Beach, snorkel at Motu Nui, and ride horseback to hidden ruins. Watch the sunset at Tahai. Visit Orongo and learn local stories at the crater of Rano Kau.
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Coast of Montevideo
from $15,850
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Emblematic South American Shores and Cities

Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro - 11 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral
  • Explore Buenos Aires streets
  • Relax Punta del Este beaches
  • Discover Porto Belo beaches
  • Wander Paraty colonial streets
Starts / Ends
Buenos Aires / Rio de Janeiro
Activities
Local Market Visits, Village Visits
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on an 11-day cruise from Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro aboard L'Austral. Visit Montevideo, Punta del Este, Porto Belo, Paranagua, Ilhabela, and Paraty. Explore beaches, historic streets, colonial architecture, wildlife, and local traditions on this South American coastal adventure.
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from $8,875
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Cruise from Argentina to Chile

Ushuaia to Valparaiso - 15 Day Itinerary aboard SH Vega
  • Visit Cape Horn lighthouse
  • Navigate Angostura Kirke
  • Visit Tortel village
  • Visit Chiloe's palafitos in Castro
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Ushuaia / Valparaiso
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 15-day adventure aboard SH Vega through Chilean Patagonia. Explore Ushuaia, Puerto Williams, glaciers, Angostura Kirke, Torres del Paine, Pio XI Glacier, Chiloé, Puerto Montt, and Valparaíso. Experience remote fjords, national parks, wildlife, and UNESCO sites while cruising in comfort through pristine landscapes.
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Beach on Isabela island
from $11,600
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Darwin's Discoveries: The Galapagos Islands with Quito

Quito Roundtrip - 9 Day Itinerary aboard La Pinta (UC)
  • Explore UNESCO Quito city
  • Hike Seymour Norte island
  • Visit Floreana Post Office
  • Snorkel Isabela Fernandina waters
Starts / Ends
Quito / Baltra
Activities
Archaeological Site Visits, Wildlife Viewing, Kayaking, Snorkeling, Whale Watching
Activity Level
Variable
Experience a 9-day cruise from Quito to the Galapagos Islands, combining a guided exploration of UNESCO-listed Quito with a cruise aboard La Pinta. Visit historic plazas, churches, and viewpoints before flying to the islands. Explore Seymour Norte, Isabela, Fernandina, Rabida, Santa Cruz, and Floreana via hikes, snorkeling, and panga rides.
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Panoramic view of Qorikancha during Inti Raymi, showcasing Inca stonework and the Santo Domingo convent in Cusco
from $15,319
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Galapagos by Catamaran, Machu Picchu and Peru's Land of the Inca

16 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Delfina
  • Observe rare island wildlife
  • Kayak pristine coastlines
  • Explore volcanic landscapes
  • Visit historic Lima landmarks
  • Tour Sacred Valley sites
Starts / Ends
Ecuador / Lima
Activities
Hiking, Urban Exploration, Land & Sea Exploration, Stand Up Paddle Boarding
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 16-day Galápagos cruise to Machu Picchu, combining wildlife encounters and legendary Inca landmarks. Cruise aboard National Geographic Delfina, visit iconic islands, and discover Peru’s Sacred Valley, Cusco, and ancient Machu Picchu.
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Chimborazo Lodge
from $5,440
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Andes and Amazon

15 Day Itinerary
  • Explore Quito’s UNESCO Old Town
  • Visit the homes of local weavers
  • Visit Antisana National Park
  • Experience Amazon jungle lodge
  • Hike scenic Cajas National Park
Starts / Ends
Quito / Quito
Activities
Spa Relaxation, Biking, Wilderness Lodge Exploration
Activity Level
Easy Active
Discover Ecuador on this 15-day Andes and Amazon adventure. Explore Quito’s Old Town, shop at Otavalo Market, wander Cuenca’s colonial streets, ride the Devil’s Nose Train, hike Chimborazo, and follow the Route of the Waterfalls to Baños. Enjoy jungle hikes, wildlife viewing, and community visits in the Amazon rainforest.
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Sun Gate and La Veronica
from $2,997
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Cachiccata Trek

Alternative Inca Trail - 10 Day Itinerary
  • Encounter local people as you trek
  • View the Urubamba mountain range
  • Explore the Inca stronghold, Cusco
  • Take in the ruins of Machu Picchu
Activity Level
Challenging
The Cachiccata Trek is an excellent alternative to the Inca Trail. This cultural hike explores Peruvian history, and also visits modern Inca communities and customs. This route was cultivated by the Cachiccata community and your local guides will delight in sharing their culture and history. Come and discover this hidden trekking treasure of Peru!
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The Cathedral in Cusco
from $2,795
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Inti Raymi Festival

8 Day Itinerary
  • Tour the Sacred Valley
  • Enjoy a week of Inca sun god events
  • Explore Machu Picchu
Activities
Festival Visits
Activity Level
Relaxed
We visit the most important Inca ruins such as Sacsayhuamán during Inti Raymi Festival, Pisac, and Ollantaytambo, and we spend two days exploring the Lost City of Machu Picchu. This is an easy paced weeklong journey perfect for anyone with a sense of curiosity and adventure.
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Colorful Peruvian dancers at a parade
from $1,971
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Living Legacy of Ancient Peru

Cusco & Huilloc - 6 Day Itinerary
  • Discover wonders of Peru
  • Explore Historic sites of Cusco
  • Experience life at Huilloc
  • Experience Machu Picchu
Starts / Ends
Cusco / Cusco
Activity Level
Relaxed
Experience the unique living culture in Peru in this 6-day Cusco and Huilloc Homestay Tour.
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