South America Cultural Tours

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

Camping

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 $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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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

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Buenos Aires / Rio de Janeiro

Activities

Archaeological Site Visits, Local Market 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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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

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Ecuador / Lima

Activities

Land & Sea Exploration, Hiking, Urban Exploration, Snorkeling, 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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from $2,219

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Negro River Cruise

Roundtrip Ponta Negra, Manaus - 4 Day Itinerary aboard MV Premium

• Discover wildlife
• Explore Anavilhanas National Park
• Discover Meeting of the Waters

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Manaus / Manaus

Activities

Rainforest Exploration

Activity Level

Variable

Come and discover the wildlife on this 4-day Negro River cruise aboard the Amazon Clipper. You'll see all sorts of creatures in their natural habitats, and you'll have plenty of opportunities to explore the side trips included.

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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

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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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from $13,595

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Patagonia and Chilean Fjords

Ushuaia - Puerto Montt - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle

• Admire Lake Escondido’s beauty
• Visit Cape Horn’s lighthouse
• Witness Pío XI Glacier
• Experience Torres del Paine

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Port of Ushuaia / Puerto Montt

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 15-day expedition cruise from Ushuaia to Puerto Montt aboard the Sylvia Earle, exploring Patagonia and Chile's southern fjords. Experience guided hikes, kayaking, and wildlife viewing, including humpback whales and penguins, while visiting stunning locations like Torres del Paine and Cape Horn.

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from $5,995

EBD $1000

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Patagonia & Chilean Fjords

Puerto Montt - Ushuaia - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Magellan Explorer

• See Kent Island rainforest
• Walk Caleta Tortel pathways
• View Pío XI Glacier
• Discover Madre de Dios

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Puerto Montt / Port of Ushuaia

Activities

Wildlife Viewing, Kayaking, Village Visits, Whale Watching

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on 11-day voyage from Puerto Montt, Chile to Ushuaia, Argentina aboard Magellan Explorer. Explore the Chonos Archipelago, Caleta Tortel, Pío XI Glacier, Madre de Dios Island, Las Montañas Channel, Torres del Paine, Beagle Channel, and Yendegaia National Park. Discover glaciers, fjords, forests, wildlife, and remote landscapes of Patagonia.

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from $6,310

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Route of the Parks

10 Day Itinerary

• See condor in Queulat National Park
• Explore Cerro Castillo National Par
• Discover Patagonia's ecosystem
• Visit Queulat National Park
• See the Marble Caves & Cathedrals
• Admire the San Rafael Glacier

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Coyhaique / Balmaceda

Activity Level

Moderate

Explore Aysen’s Route of the Parks in 10 days from Balmaceda. Hike Queulat’s hanging glaciers, trek Cerro Castillo trails, and spot guanacos in Patagonia National Park. Sail through General Carrera Lake’s marble caves and glide past icebergs in San Rafael Lagoon. Stay in remote lodges with guided hikes and scenic drives.

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from $3,864

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Casanare Wildlife Safari

5 Day Itinerary

• Visit a Nature Reserve in Casanare
• Enjoy horseback ride in the Reserve
• Spy elusive wildlife
• Learn about the Llanos' way of life
• Spend time with the local community
• Taste home-cooked lunch with locals

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Bogota / Bogota

Activities

Wilderness Lodge Exploration

Activity Level

Easy Active

On this 5-day Casanare Wildlife Safari in Colombia, witness incredible wildlife in El Encanto de Guanapalo natural reserve. You explore a vast plain with extensive ranches that still preserve the traditions of the region, experiencing these customs with Llaneros while riding horses through the savannahs.

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from $2,164

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Amazon Kayak Adventure

7 Day Itinerary

• Observe Black Caimans
• Walk Yasuni National Park
• Encounter Amazon wildlife

Activities

Homestays

Activity Level

Moderate

One of the most remote, authentic, and adventurous Amazon tours! Travel by kayak deep into the Ecuadorian Amazon jungle looking for tapir, monkeys, macaws, and other wildlife.

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from $1,907

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Uruguay Beach Escape

4 Day Itinerary

• Explore Punta Del Este City
• Discover La Barra
• Trails to the Anastasio Stream
• Experience the Uruguayan Tuscany

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Jose Ignacio / Punta del Este

Activities

Wine Tasting

Activity Level

Relaxed

On this 4-day Uruguay Beach Escape Tour, discover José Ignacio, Uruguay's equivalent of the Hamptons for locals, where you can escape the urban hustle in style. This small coastal town radiates a unique South American bohemian allure that's simply enchanting. Make sure to secure reservations for all the essential local experiences!

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from $1,536

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Jesuit Missions

5 Day Itinerary

• Explore the Jesuit missions capital
• Visit the mission town, San Javier
• Learn about the restoration project

Activity Level

Easy Active

This 5-day tour from Santa Cruz, Bolivia takes you along the circuit of Jesuit Missions once thought to be forgotten, giving you the unique opportunity to visit the magnificent, centuries-old churches that have been restored in San Javier, Concepcion, San Ignacio, San Miguel, San Rafael, and Santa Ana. You'll learn about this history & restoration.

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from $14,061

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Patagonia: Chilean Fjords and Argentina’s Staten Island

Puerto Natales - Ushuaia - 10 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Orion

• Explore Isla de los Estados
• Venture into wildlife reserves
• Take advantage of superb photo ops
• Zodiac cruise, kayak, and hike

Activity Level

Variable

Experience the iconic wilderness of Patagonia’s saw-toothed peaks, cerulean glaciers, and soaring fjords over 10 days of exploration. Discover Chilean Patagonia’s highlights including the stunning Beagle Channel and famous Cape Horn. Hike, kayak, and Zodiac cruise wild fjords, and explore wildlife reserves not easily accessible to the public.

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from $5,275

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Cruise from Chile to Peru

Valparaiso - Callao - 10 Day Itinerary aboard SH Vega

• Explore Valparaiso hills
• Discover Coquimbo landmarks
• View Antofagasta coastline
• See Matarani gateway

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Valparaiso / Callao

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail from Valparaiso on a 10-day cruise aboard SH Vega along Chile’s Pacific coast toward Peru. Explore cities such as Coquimbo, Antofagasta, and Arica, along with desert terrain, archaeological sites, wildlife-rich areas, and colonial landmarks before ending in Lima.

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from $4,560

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Estancia Cerro Guido Experience

5 Day Itinerary

• Discover a 19th century estancia
• Learn about the ranch life
• See the famed Torres del Paine
• Choose from a variety of activities
• Explore in an all-terrain adventure

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Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas

Activities

Hacienda Visits

Activity Level

Relaxed

On this 5-day tour, visit a traditional estancia built outside of Torres del Paine National Park. Immerse yourself in real estancia life by learning the traditions and daily work of the gauchos. Travel through the most incredible landscapes using a 4x4 vehicle, or enjoy the natural beauty that surrounds the ranch on foot or by horseback.

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from $5,000

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Voyage on the Amazon

5 Day Itinerary aboard Crucero Amazonas

• See the historical town of Orellana
• See monkeys in Rescue center
• Discover the Yagua community
• Visit wildlife in Manatee Center

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Iquitos / Iquitos

Activities

Fishing, Cooking Classes

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 5-day adventure aboard the luxury ship Crucero Amazonas, experiencing the heart of the Amazon rainforest in ultimate comfort. Enjoy guided excursions, exquisite dining, and breathtaking wildlife sightings. Explore the pristine beauty of the Amazon River, immerse in local cultures, and relax in luxurious accommodations. Perfect for nature enthusiasts and luxury travelers alike.

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