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The Sunken Temple
from $153
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Tihuanaco Ruins (Tiwanaku)

1 Day Itinerary
Activity Level
Relaxed
Discover Tihuanaco, a ceremonial center for a pre-Inca culture that flourished around 600 BC. This society is little known, having abruptly vanished around 1200 AD. This tour lasts approximately 6 hours and includes a private guide.
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La Paz city view
from $217
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La Paz and Tihuanaco

1 Day Itinerary
  • Visit the ruins of Tihuanaco
  • Tour the colonial streets of La Paz
Activity Level
Relaxed
See Bolivia's past and present in this combination tour. Begin at the ruins of Tihuanaco, one of the most impressive architectural achievements of a pre-Inca society. Return to La Paz to tour the markets and neighborhoods.
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Hiking around Peru
from $177
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Chacan Rainbow Temple and Cusilluchayoc Ruins Hike

½ Day Itinerary
Activity Level
Challenging
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Quito, Ecuador
from $163
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Quito Highlights Full Day

1 Day Itinerary
  • Shop for artisanal crafts
  • Visit the distillery at Casa Agave
  • Discover diverse plants and animals
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Quito / Quito
Activities
Archaeological Site Visits, Urban Exploration, Local Market Visits
Activity Level
Variable
Explore Quito in a full-day, guided tour that lets you choose three experiences, including the historic city center, the equator line, and cable car rides. Visit the local market, museums, or botanical gardens, and enjoy Quito’s rich cultural and natural beauty.
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Visit vineyards during wine tours near Santiago de Chile
from $462
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Bike Ride between the Wineries of Carmelo

1 Day Itinerary
  • Cycle to Playa Sere
  • Experience the artisanal tradition
  • Visit Almacen de la Capilla
  • Cycle along tree-lined road
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Puerto Carmelo / Puerto Carmelo
Activity Level
Variable
Cycle to Playa Sere, then visit El Legado Boutique Winery, known for its unique Vertical Shoot Positioning system that enhances grape quality. Enjoy a homemade lunch paired with wines at Almacen de la Capilla, one of Uruguay's oldest vineyards.
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Enjoy a wine tasting in a local vineyard
from $428
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Jesuit Ruins & Carmelos Wineries

1 Day Itinerary
  • Discover Uruguay's history
  • Explore "Calera de las Huerfanas"
  • Visit Bodega El Legado
  • Tour Bodega El Legado
  • Visit Bodega Cordano
  • Wine tasting and lunch at Cordano
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Puerto Carmelo / Puerto Carmelo
Activity Level
Variable
Discover Uruguay's history and flavors on the Jesuit Ruins and Carmelos Wineries full-day tour. Begin at "Calera de las Huerfanas," a Jesuit-managed archaeological site dating back to 1741. Then, visit Bodega El Legado for a guided vineyard tour and unique wine tasting experience. Continue to Bodega Cordano for a family-run winery tour, including a tasting and homemade lunch.
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Dunes and the beach
from $368
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Half-day Bicycle Excursion to Rural Colonia

1 Day Itinerary
  • Scenic bike ride in Colonia
  • tour of the bullring
  • Olive oil tasting
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Colonia del Sacramento / Colonia del Sacramento
Activity Level
Variable
Explore Colonia with a half-day scenic bike ride to the "Real de San Carlos" bullring. Enjoy a tour, rural trails, and an olive oil tasting. Lunch is not included. Includes guide, snacks, bike, helmet, support vehicle, and transfer back. Daily with booking.
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Visit vineyards during wine tours near Santiago de Chile
from $366
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Full-day Cheeses and Wines of Colonia

1 Day Itinerary
  • Colonia's cheese and wine offerings
  • Visit La Vigna Cheese Farm
  • Experience sustainability practices
  • Wine and olive oil tasting
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Colonia del Sacramento / Colonia del Sacramento
Activity Level
Variable
Explore Colonia's cheese and wine scene with visits to La Vigna Cheese Farm and El Quinton Winery. Begin with a tour and tastings at El Quinton, then head to La Vigna for cheese tasting guided by the owners. Optional cheese-tasting lunch is available.
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Exploring by bike
from $328
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Bike Ride in Rural José Ignacio

1 Day Itinerary
  • Explore Jose Ignacio
  • stroll through the Main Square
  • See the iconic Laguna Garzon
  • Continue to \\"La Lengüeta\\"
  • Discover hidden trails
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Jose Ignacio / Jose Ignacio
Activities
Biking, Wine Tasting, Village Visits
Activity Level
Variable
Experience a bike excursion in rural Jose Ignacio, leading to Laguna Garzon and its iconic circular bridge. Explore the town, lighthouse, and Main Square, then venture along Route 10 to "La Lengüeta" of Laguna Garzon. Explore the roads through private ranches, and uncover hidden trails that only the locals know about.
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Horseback riding in Sacred Valley, Peru
from $160
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Horseback Riding to Sillustani Ruins

½ Day Itinerary
Activities
Horseback Riding
Activity Level
Relaxed
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A visit to a traditional Sillustani homestead
from $140
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Mountain Bike to Sillustani Ruins

½ Day Itinerary
Activity Level
Easy Active
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Cobblestone street in Colonia del Sacramento
from $92
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Colonia Old Town Walk & Mate Tasting Half Day

1 Day Itinerary
  • Colonia del Sacramento
  • Discover history and culture
  • Visit landmarks in Colonia
  • Uruguayan Mate tasting
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Colonia del Sacramento / Colonia del Sacramento
Activity Level
Variable
Join a guided tour of Colonia del Sacramento's UNESCO-listed Old Town. With a local guide, explore cobblestone streets, visit landmarks like the city gate and Street of Sighs, and enjoy a Mate tasting. Museum admission included. Duration: 3 hours. Available daily with booking.
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The scenic Peruvian Andes
from $230
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Huchuyqosqo Hike

1 Day Itinerary
Activities
Hiking
Activity Level
Challenging
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Local woman at Lake Titicaca
from $257
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Copacabana and Sun Island

1 Day Itinerary
  • Explore the town of Copacabana
  • Tour Inca sites with your guide
Activity Level
Relaxed
Visit the picturesque town of Copacabana, touring its Inca sites and then boat to Sun Island. Sun Island is hailed as the birthplace of the founders of the Incan Empire.
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