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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
Hiking, Kayaking, Biking, Village Visits
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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Copacabana
from $571
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Lake Titicaca with overnight in Copacabana

2 Day Itinerary
Activity Level
Easy Active
This 2-day extension features an overnight in Copacabana. You will explore Lake Titicaca, at the crossroads of the Andes and the Andean plateau and the world's highest navigable lake. Immerse yourself in the legend that the son of Inti, the sun god, emerged as the first Inca from the waters of Lake Titicaca.
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Atacama Desert
from $222
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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 $374
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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
Archaeological Site Visits, 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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We made it!
from $274
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Vilcanota-Urubamba River Whitewater Rafting

1 Day Itinerary
Activities
Whitewater Rafting
Activity Level
Moderate
Embark on an exciting day-tour for whitewater rafting down the Urubamba River, taking you through Class II & III rapids. You will see fantastic views and pass through archaeological sites en route to Ollantaytambo. The rafting ends with an exciting trip through El Resbaladero including waves and small whirlpools.
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Views from the Cachiccata Trek
from $208
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Ollantaytambo - Cachiccata Quarry Hike

1 Day Itinerary
Activity Level
Challenging
Join this 1-day hike to the granite quarry at Ollantaytambo, featuring spectacular views of the Sacred Valley surrounded by the Andean peaks. Along the way, you will see ancient terraces and tombs en route to Apu Buena Negra and the quarry site from which the Inca sourced the massive stones for their impressive engineering.
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