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Penguins in Antarctica
from $24,600
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Bellingshausen Sea, Peter I Island plus Ellsworth Land - incl. helicopters

Ushuaia - Ushuaia - 25 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius
  • Cross the Antarctic Circle
  • Visit penguin nesting sites
  • Witness historic expedition sites
  • Discover Peter I Island
Starts / Ends
Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activities
Archaeological Site Visits, Wildlife Viewing, Scuba Diving
Activity Level
Variable
Begin your 25-day expedition in Ushuaia, Argentina, and sail aboard Ortelius through the Drake Passage into Antarctica’s remote southern reaches. Discover rare wildlife, historic sites, and untouched landscapes as you explore the Bellingshausen Sea, Ellsworth Land, and Peter I Island by Zodiac and helicopter.
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School children
from $2,286
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Cachiccata Group Service Project with Machu Picchu

10 Day Itinerary
Activities
Homestays, Camping, Volunteering
Activity Level
Relaxed
Group service project in the Cachiccata community combined with visit of Cusco, the Sacred Valley, and Machu Picchu. Participants, side-by-side with the family members, will work on cleaning, repairing, and restoring homes, planting native trees, and visiting school and supporting a healthy breakfast project. We stay in the community campground each night to immerse ourselves in the village life.
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Hummingbird, Nazca Lines
from $849
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Paracas and Nazca

3 Day Itinerary
Activity Level
Relaxed
This 3-day tour of Peru takes you to the small town of Paracas, where the arid desert extends right to the shores of the ocean. From here, visit the famous & mysterious Nazca Lines and then move on to the Paracas National Reserve nad the Islas Ballestas to see many sea birds and sea lions.
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A Peruvian woman farming.
from $351
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Islands of Lake Titicaca

3 Day Itinerary
Activity Level
Relaxed
On this 3-day Peru adventure extension tour, explore Lake Titicaca, a geographic landmark at the crossroads of the Andes and the Andean plateau and the world's highest navigable and South America's largest lake. This extension spends two nights in Puno, giving you ample opportunity to see all the sites and learn about local cultures and ways of life.
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Biking trail going to Puerto Pratt
from $2,100
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Torres Del Paine Short Multisport Extension

3 Day Itinerary
  • Enjoy multi-sport activities
  • Explore Grey Glacier up close
  • Enjoy an E-Bike with scenic views
  • Experience a Private Camping Advent
Starts / Ends
Puerto Natales / Puerto Natales
Activities
Village Visits, Hiking, Kayaking, Biking
Activity Level
Moderate
Add this 3-day Torres del Paine multi-sport extension to your time at Riverside Camp! Kayak the pristine waters of Grey Lake and River, e-bike through stunning landscapes, and hike along iconic trails. Perfect for exploring Torres del Paine from a new perspective. Relax each night at the Riverside Camp, making this an unforgettable experience for any outdoor enthusiast!
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Lake Titicaca
from $990
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Lake Titicaca - Sun and Moon Islands

3 Day Itinerary
  • Explore Sun Island
  • Visit a cathedral
  • Trek El Calvario for great views
Activity Level
Relaxed
This three day extension allows travelers to spend two nights on Sun Island and visit Moon Island and Copacabana. Explore Lake Titicaca, a geographic landmark and the world's highest navigable and South America's largest lake. According to legend, the son of Inti, the sun god, emerged as the first Inca from the waters of Lake Titicaca.
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Nuestra Senora de Copacabana
from $685
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Lake Titicaca - Sun Island & Copacabana

2 Day Itinerary
  • Visit Inca sites on Sun Island
  • Explore Copacabana
  • Boat on Lake Titicaca
Activity Level
Relaxed
This overnight Peru extension tour takes you on a 2-day journey to the world's highest navigable lake, Lake Titicaca to spend the night on Sun Island, where you can explore the Inca ruins and climb the ancient stairs of Yumani.
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Atacama Desert
from $188
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Atacama Archaeological Tour

½ Day Itinerary
Starts / Ends
Atacama Desert / Atacama Desert
Activity Level
Relaxed
Explore in 2026 with a relaxed journey through the Andes and Atacama Desert. Enjoy easy archaeological visits and stunning landscapes with minimal effort. Perfect for comfort seekers, this trip blends culture and nature in , part of . Plan for 2027 too!
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View from Pachacamac ruins
from $194
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The Pachacamac Citadel

½ Day Itinerary
Activity Level
Relaxed
From your Lima hotel, this half-day tour takes you south on the Pan-American Highway to the Pachacamac archaeological complex, built almost 2000 years ago - this pre-Inca religious center was built by the Wari people and belonged originally to the Ichma culture. After your tour of Pachacamac, enjoy lunch & a horse show at a local hacienda.
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A magnificent sunset over Atacama's Valley
from $343
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Rainbow Valley & Yerbas Buenas

Itinerary
Starts / Ends
Atacama Desert / Atacama Desert
Activity Level
Relaxed
Start your adventure in San Pedro de Atacama by driving an hour to the ancient archaeological site of Yerbas Buenas. For an hour and a half, walk around the petroglyphs which date back approximately 10,000 years. Embark on another half-day tour of Rainbow Valley, home to colorful mineral-rich rock formations.
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Quito, Ecuador
from $164
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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
Starts / Ends
Quito / Quito
Activities
Local Market Visits, Urban Exploration
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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Continuing our travels around Argentina
from $453
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San Ignacio Ruins

1 Day Itinerary
  • Admire San Ignacio Ruins
  • See central plaza and the church
  • Hear Spanish settlers' history
Activity Level
Relaxed
Explore the UNESCO-listed ruins of San Ignacio, Argentina’s best-preserved Jesuit mission, and see the 17th-century dwellings, cemetery, central plaza, the church, the mission house, workshops, town hall, and the hospital.
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