South America Cultural Tours

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La Ventana Dinner & Tango Show

½ Day Itinerary

Activities

Urban Exploration, Wine Tasting

Activity Level

Relaxed

Enjoy a traditional tango performance and an Andean culture show. The La Ventana Tango House is a fully renovated historic structure located in San Telmo. Moreover, savor an international and traditional dinner prepared on a traditional charcoal grill, along with Argentinean wines.

• Enjoy a Tango and Folklore Show
• Savor Argentinian gourmet dishes

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from $8,350

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

10 Day Itinerary

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.

• 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

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from $4,967

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Patagonia Los Glaciares Adventure

8 Day Itinerary

Starts / Ends

El Calafate / El Calafate

Activities

Camping, Whitewater Rafting

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.

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

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from $4,830

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Chelenko Experience

8 Day Itinerary

Starts / Ends

Balmaceda / Balmaceda

Activity Level

Relaxed

Spend your week on this unspoiled Chilean great lake, General Carrera Lake, also known as Lake Chelenko. Visit the beautiful town of Puerto Guadal, known as the "Pearl of the Lake," while getting to know its people, gastronomy, and artisans. Explore Patagonia National Park's unspoiled beauty, breathtaking mountain scenery, and wilds.

• 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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from $3,950

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Chile's Route of the Parks Self Drive

8 Day Itinerary

Starts / Ends

Coyhaique / Balmaceda

Activities

Adventure Options

Activity Level

Moderate

Admire the most incredible scenic routes in the world, the Route of the Parks from your rental car on this 8-day self drive tour and explore Chile's lesser known national parks , such as Queulat National Park, Cerro Castillo, Patagonia National Park, and epic San Rafael National Park.

• 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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from $2,737

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Highlights of Chiloe

4 Day Itinerary

Starts / Ends

Puerto Varas / Puerto Varas

Activities

Cooking Classes

Activity Level

Easy Active

Take a 4-day trip to Chiloe, an island known for its culture and landscapes. Visit villages in northern Chiloé, taste oysters, and see penguins. Hike in Tepuhueico Park to the “Dock of Souls” and see endemic wildlife like the Pudu. Explore Castro's wooden churches and stilt houses, and enjoy a local lunch. End at the sunken forest at Chepu River.

• 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

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from $2,650

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Chile's Three Lakes & Volcanoes Crossing

Chile Small Group Tour - 4 Day Itinerary

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.

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

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from $873

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Sacred Valley Community Clean-Up

2 Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Relaxed

This two-day service oriented trip helps local communities offset the negative consequences of modernization that impacts the Andes. The service project will allow travelers to go into the community and help families collect waste, separate it based on recyclables, biodegradable/compostable waste, and disposable garbage and educate and promote composting and recycling efforts in local communities surrounding the Sacred Valley.

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from $770

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Estancia El Ombu

2 Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Relaxed

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from $287

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Healthy Breakfast

½ Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Relaxed

This 1-day service opportunity from Ollantaytambo takes you first to the market to purchase food followed by a day of distributing it as breakfast in the local communities of Rumira, Pachar, Piri or Camicancha. You will get to know the kids who live in this region along the way.

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from $141

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Rio Social Projects

1 Day Itinerary

Activities

Festival Visits

Activity Level

Relaxed

Experience the famed Carnaval in Rio de Janeiro, taking in the sights and sounds of this vibrant celebration. Visit the Providencia favela and learn about social programs happening in the favela through the Morrinho Project.

• Experience Carnaval
• Tour a favela
• Visit a community project

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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 $8,986

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Peru and Galapagos Escape

11 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Islander II

Starts / Ends

Lima / Guayaquil

Activities

Snorkeling

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.

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

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from $9,450

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Exploring the Upper Amazon

8 Day Itinerary aboard Crucero Amazonas

Starts / Ends

Iquitos / Iquitos

Activities

Archaeological Site Visits

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail on this 8-day Crucero Amazonas, a luxurious cruise ship along the Amazon River. From Iquitos, you will cross the Yarapa River to witness a range of avian species. Visit Puerto Miguel, Las Palmas, and Nauta Cano. Enjoy onboard activities and learn more about the Peruvian Amazon.

• 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

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from $3,800

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Amazon Discovery - Low Water Season

Nauta - Iquitos - 4 Day Itinerary aboard Delfin III

Starts / Ends

Iquitos / Iquitos

Activities

Kayaking, Wildlife Viewing, Village Visits, Rainforest Exploration, Stand Up Paddle Boarding

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 4-day Amazon River cruise aboard Delfin III. Encounter exotic wildlife, visit indigenous communities, paddle through pristine waters, and experience the magic of the rainforest, day and night.

• Explore Pacaya Samiria Reserve
• Spot pink river dolphins
• Meet a local shaman
• Spot nocturnal jungle creatures
• Paddle in jungle waters

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from $3,200

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Nomads of Patagonia Route

Puerto Montt-Puerto Natales - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MV Skorpios III

Starts / Ends

Puerto Montt / Puerto Natales

Activities

Hiking, Local Market Visits

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a scenic 8-day Patagonia cruise from Puerto Montt to Puerto Natales aboard MV Skorpios III. Navigate through dramatic channels, fjords, and mountain landscapes. Disembark in Puerto Natales after an unforgettable journey through one of the world’s most beautiful regions.

• Visit Puerto Aguirre Village
• Relax in Quitralco Fjord
• See Puerto Eden’s footbridges
• Ride boats to El Brujo Glacier

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from $2,015

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Negro River Cruise

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

Starts / Ends

Manaus / Manaus

Activities

Fishing

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.

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

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from $3,702

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Casanare Wildlife Safari

5 Day Itinerary

Starts / Ends

Bogota / Bogota

Activities

Horseback Riding, Wilderness Lodge Exploration

Activity Level

Easy Active

Explore the Casanare Region in Colombia, a vast plain with extensive ranches that still preserve the traditions and culture of the region. During this 5-day Casanare Wildlife Safari in Colombia, witness incredible wildlife in El Encanto de Guanapalo natural reserve and experience their customs with Llaneros while riding horses through the savannahs

• 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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