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Paso Garibaldi with Lakes background at Ushuaia, Argentina
from $19,915
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Chilean Fjords & The Glaciers of The Beagle Channel

Valparaiso - Buenos Aires - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Eclipse
  • Visit Niebla coastal fortress
  • Tour Puerto Montt local markets
  • Discover Castro Humboldt penguins
  • Navigate the Strait of Magellan
Starts / Ends
Santiago / Buenos Aires
Activities
Wildlife Viewing, Village Visits, Archaeological Site Visits, Local Market Visits
Activity Level
Variable
Board the Scenic Eclipse in Valparaiso and set sail along the coast of Patagonia for this 13-day expedition. View majestic islands, glaciers and fjords as you travel through Chile and Cape Horn. Disembark in Ushuaia, Argentina, the most southerly city in the world before flying to Buenos Aires to end your adventure.
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Isabela rock with birds
from $12,100
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Darwin's Discoveries: The Galapagos Islands with Quito

Quito Roundtrip - 9 Day Itinerary aboard La Pinta (UC)
  • Explore UNESCO Quito city
  • Hike Seymour Norte island
  • Visit Floreana Post Office
  • Snorkel Isabela Fernandina waters
Starts / Ends
Quito / Baltra
Activities
Kayaking, Hiking, Snorkeling, Whale Watching
Activity Level
Variable
Experience a 9-day cruise from Quito to the Galapagos Islands, combining a guided exploration of UNESCO-listed Quito with a cruise aboard La Pinta. Visit historic plazas, churches, and viewpoints before flying to the islands. Explore Seymour Norte, Isabela, Fernandina, Rabida, Santa Cruz, and Floreana via hikes, snorkeling, and panga rides.
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Panoramic view of Qorikancha during Inti Raymi, showcasing Inca stonework and the Santo Domingo convent in Cusco
from $15,319
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Galapagos by Catamaran, Machu Picchu and Peru's Land of the Inca

Quito to Lima - 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
Starts / Ends
Quito / Lima
Activities
Land & Sea Exploration, Urban Exploration, 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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Colorful Peruvian dancers at a parade
from $2,104
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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
Starts / Ends
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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The ancient stone structures of Machu Picchu
from $9,720
No SS
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Peru and Galapagos Escape

Lima to Qutio - 12 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Islander II
  • Explore Machu Picchu ruins
  • Visit Pisac and Ollantaytambo sites
  • Witness Inca weaving traditions
  • Spot penguins Sullivan Bay
Starts / Ends
Lima / Quito
Activity Level
Variable
Join a 12-day adventure through Peru and the Galapagos. Begin in Lima, explore Cusco, Sacred Valley, and Machu Picchu. Continue to Ecuador’s Galapagos Islands aboard National Geographic Islander II, hiking, snorkeling, kayaking, and observing wildlife in their natural habitats.
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The stunning landscape of Patagonia
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
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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Explore Easter Island
from $3,800
Savings
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Explora Easter Island

5 Day Itinerary
  • Discover the mysteries of Rapa Nui
  • Explore iconic sites
  • Experience unique culture
  • Enjoy adventure sports
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Explora Rapa Nui / Explora Rapa Nui
Activities
Spa Relaxation
Activity Level
Easy Active
Experience Rapa Nui's history, culture, and landscapes on foot, by bicycle, and underwater with snorkeling and scuba diving. Enjoy a 5-day vacation at the Explora Rapa Nui hotel, surrounded by forests, grasslands, and views of the Pacific Ocean.
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Guanacos in Patagonia National Park
from $6,941
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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
Starts / Ends
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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Horseback Riding in El Encanto de Guanapalo Nature Reserve
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
Starts / Ends
Bogota / Bogota
Activities
Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Horseback Riding
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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Gorriti Island in Punte del Este, Uruguay
from $2,097
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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
Starts / Ends
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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Canoe ride
from $2,250
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Amazon Kayak Adventure

7 Day Itinerary
  • Observe Black Caimans
  • Walk Yasuni National Park
  • Encounter Amazon wildlife
Activities
Homestays, Rainforest Exploration, Camping
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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Concepcion Mission
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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