South America Cultural Tours

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Panoramic Peru

16 Day Itinerary

• Discover Peru's 'Little Galapagos'
• View the Nazca Lines with a flyover
• Explore Colca Canyon
• Visit the shores of Lake Titicaca

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Lima / Lima

Activity Level

Relaxed

This 16-day tour highlights the best of Peru, including Islas Ballestas and Paracas, the Nazca Lines, Colca Canyon, the islands of Lake Titicaca, Cusco and the Lost City of the Incas--Machu Picchu. From the coast to the Andes to the Amazon jungle, this tour has a little bit of everything!

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from $3,338

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Inca Pathways

Inca Trail - 13 Day Itinerary

• Explore floating islands
• Visit the highlights of Cusco
• Tour pre-Colombian salt mines
• Trek the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu

Activity Level

Challenging

This two-week trek explores the ancient and revered pathway known as the Inca Trail through the Sacred Valley of the Inca. Spend 4 days hiking the 26-mile Inca Trail, culminating in Machu Picchu at the Sun Gate. This tour also spends time before the trek acclimating and exploring Lake Titicaca and Cusco.

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from $3,585

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Sacred Valley Multisport Adventure

8 Day Itinerary

• Visit Cusco's largest open market
• Enjoy Rafting on the Urubamba River
• See beautiful Piuray Lake
• Hike through famous Incan sites

Activities

Whitewater Rafting

Activity Level

Moderate

This tour blends the most famous highlights of Peru with exhilarating multisport adventures including whitewater rafting, kayaking, trekking, and mountain biking. A great choice for first time Peru visitors and return travelers as well!

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from $4,405

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Patagonia Hiking Express

9 Day Itinerary

• Hike to the Base of the Towers
• Premier day hikes in El Chalten
• Ice trekking on Perito Moreno
• Explore all that Patagonia offers

Activity Level

Challenging

Enjoy an adventurous 9-day Patagonia Express hiking and trekking trip exploring Argentina's Los Glaciares National Park, Perito Moreno Glacier, El Calafate, and Chile's Torres del Paine.

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from $4,677

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Taste of Argentina

9 Day Itinerary

• Explore Salta's colorful markets
• Visit a local family goat farm
• Tour vineyards with an oenologist
• Attend an Andean cooking class

Activities

Wine Tasting

Activity Level

Relaxed

Join this 9-day journey to discover the delicious local dishes and wines, as well as the inviting culture and landscape of northern Argentina -- a world apart from the country's chilly southern reaches!

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from $2,737

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Highlights of Chiloe

4 Day Itinerary

• Ferry Ride with views of the Andes
• Northern Chiloe Village Exploration
• Hiking in Tepuhueico Park
• Unique endemic wildlife spotting
• Cultural exploration of Castro
• Visit to Chepu River

Starts / Ends

Puerto Varas / Puerto Varas

Activities

Local Market Visits, Cooking Classes

Activity Level

Easy Active

Chiloé island in Chile. Enjoy a Chiloé culture and wildlife tour on this 4-day Chiloé island trip. Ride a ferry to misty villages, sample local oysters, spot penguins, hike through lush Tepuhueico forests to the dramatic “Dock of Souls,” wander UNESCO wooden churches and palafitos in Castro, then relax by the Chepu River in local comfort.

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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

Starts / Ends

Iquitos / Iquitos

Activities

Rainforest Exploration

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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from $2,489

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Short Inca Trail Hike To Machu Picchu

7 Day Itinerary

• Explore Cusco
• Watch the sunrise at Machu Picchu
• Visit Sacsayhuamán
• Hike the Inca Trail

Activity Level

Challenging

This 7-day trip culminates in a one day hike on the Inca Trail arriving to Machu Picchu with a full day and a half to explore the ruins. Explore the Inca capital of Cusco, the Sacsayhuamán Ruins, and Sacred Valley before taking the train to marker 104 km and hike the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu (no advance 4-day trail permit required!).

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from $2,650

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Chile's Three Lakes & Volcanoes Crossing

Chile Small Group Tour - 4 Day Itinerary

• Hike the Desolacion Trail
• Boat ride to Puntiagudo Valley
• Hike to Lake Rupanco
• Visit hot springs by Lake Rupanco

Starts / Ends

Puerto Varas / Puerto Varas

Activities

Homestays

Activity Level

Moderate

Join a 4-day trek in Chile's Lake District, connecting three lakes and volcanoes. Hike the Desolación Trail to Lake Todos Los Santos, take a boat to Puntiagudo Valley, and trek 8.5 km to a family lodge. On day three, hike 18 km to Lake Rupanco for stunning views. End with a soak in natural hot springs before returning to Puerto Varas.

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from $475

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Lake Titicaca with Homestay

4 Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Relaxed

This 4-day Peru extension tour of Lake Titicaca gives you an in-depth cultural experience interacting with the local community whose roots date back to ancient cultures that settled in this area. Their hospitality opens a door to share with their families and offers you a homestay opportunity on Amantani Island.

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from $9,884

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Peru and Galapagos Escape

11 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Islander II

• Soak in the scenery & Inca culture
• Encounter wildlife in the Galápagos
• Tour Machu Picchu
• Ride the Inca Rail to Machu Picchu

Starts / Ends

Lima / Guayaquil

Activity Level

Variable

See the best of the Galapagos and Machu Picchu in 11 action-packed days. Travel to the Galapagos for a 4-day vacation that includes walks, hikes, kayaking, paddle boarding, and snorkeling. The National Geographic Islander II takes you to the Galápagos and Peru in half the time.

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from $8,640

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Upper Amazon: A River Expedition

Roundtrip Lima - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Delfin II

• Explore the Pacaya-Samiria Reserve
• Watch for Amazon wildlife
• Explore Lima
• Visit local ribereños

Starts / Ends

Lima / Lima

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on this 10-day cruise roundtrip Lima aboard the Delfin II and explore the pristine rainforest of Peru's Amazon region. Experience thrilling adventures as you navigate through jungle waterways, encounter a variety of wildlife, and immerse yourself in the vibrant local culture of ribereños. Discover the tranquility of quiet lakes, surrounded by towering ceiba trees and magnificent lily pads, while witnessing breathtaking sunsets.

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Upper Amazon: A River Expedition

Lima to Lima - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Delfin II

• Kayak black-water lagoons
• Watch for Amazon wildlife
• Explore Lima
• Visit local ribereños

Starts / Ends

Lima / Iquitos

Activity Level

Variable

Explore the Peruvian Amazon on a 9-day cruise aboard Delfin II, beginning with an overnight stay in Lima and continuing deep into the Pacaya-Samiria National Reserve. Enjoy daily skiff and kayak excursions, wildlife sightings, and cultural visits in one of the most biodiverse regions on Earth.

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from $4,947

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Upper Amazon: A River Expedition

Lima Roundtrip - 6 Day Itinerary aboard Delfin III

• Kayak black-water lagoons
• Watch for Amazon wildlifeVisit loca
• Explore Lima
• Visit local ribereños

Starts / Ends

Lima / Lima

Activities

Hiking, Village Visits, Kayaking, Wildlife Viewing, Photography Seminars

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 6-day Amazon River expedition aboard Delfin III. Explore Pacaya-Samiria Reserve by skiff and kayak, observe pink dolphins, monk saki monkeys, and scarlet macaws. Visit local ribereños communities and support sustainable initiatives in one of the planet’s most biodiverse regions.

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from $7,075

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The Islands of Chiloe & The Route of the Parks of Patagonia

10 Day Itinerary

• Scenic walking tour of Puerto Varas
• Osorno Volcano & Rewilding Activity
• Natural Wonders of Chiloé
• Visit Castro & Culinary Adventures
• Explore the Route of the Parks
• Chaitén Volcano & Scenic Return

Starts / Ends

Puerto Varas / Puerto Varas

Activities

Volunteering

Activity Level

Easy Active

Join this 10-day adventure through Chiloé and Patagonia's Route of Parks, beginning in Puerto Varas. Discover Chiloé's culture and landscapes while exploring hidden trails and participating in rewilding projects. Experience the breathtaking scenery of Patagonia, with its temperate rainforests, volcanoes, fjords, and the Andes.

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from $5,148

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Patagonia Los Glaciares Adventure

8 Day Itinerary

• Hike exploration
• Greet and eat dinner with locals
• OVO Patagonia experience
• Estancia Bonanza experience
• Mini-trek at Perito Moreno glacier

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El Calafate / El Calafate

Activities

Camping, Biking

Activity Level

Challenging

On this 8-day Patagonia Los Glaciares Adventure, hike to Laguna de los Tres for Mt. Fitz Roy views, then to Laguna Torre through forests. At Estancia Bonanza, ride a 4x4, and hike a Via Ferrata. Visit a Patagonian estancia to enjoy a lamb asado. Return to El Calafate for a Greet & Eat Dinner, then trek on Perito Moreno before a private transfer.

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from $4,830

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Chelenko Experience

8 Day Itinerary

• Kayak Marble Caves & Cathedrals
• Hike to San Rafael Glacier
• Visit Puerto Guadal
• Explore the local area
• Discover Patagonia's ecosystem
• Visit Patgonia National Park

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Balmaceda / Balmaceda

Activities

Wilderness Lodge Exploration

Activity Level

Relaxed

Explore Aysen on an 8-day Chelenko tour. Drive from Balmaceda to Puerto Tranquilo on Lake General Carrera. Kayak the Marble Caves, hike Exploradores Valley, and cruise to San Rafael Glacier. At Mallin Colorado, ride or hike and visit an organic farm. Hunt fossils in Puerto Guadal and explore Baker River, bike Bahia Murta, then transfer to Coyhaique.

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from $2,725

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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 Orongo village near Rano Kau

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Santiago / Easter Island

Activities

Archaeological Site Visits, Snorkeling, 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 and learn local stories at Orongo and the crater of Rano Kau.

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