South America Cultural Tours

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Panama, Colombia & Caribbean Islands

Colon to Fort-de-France - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Le Champlain

• Sail through the Central America.
• See San Blas, Bonaire & Grenadines
• Experience swim and snorkel.
• Learn traditions of the Kuna people
• Dive with an experienced instructor

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Colon / Fort de France

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Snorkeling, Land & Sea Exploration

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Variable

Join Le Bellot for an exceptional 13-day cruise sailing from Colón to Fort-de-France. This itinerary gives you the opportunity to appreciate the richness and diversity of Afro-Caribbean cultures, an azure blue sky, and white-sand beaches. Visit stunning ports, including Portobelo, Cartagena, Santa Marta, Mayreau Island, and Soufriére.

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from $3,360

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Explora Patagonia National Park

5 Day Itinerary

• Enjoy adventure sports
• View Patagonian wildlife
• Learn Patagonia history

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Explora - Patagonia National Park / Explora - Patagonia National Park

Activities

Horseback Riding, Wine Tasting, Spa Relaxation

Activity Level

Easy Active

The Explora lodge in the Patagonia National Park is the ideal starting point for a trip to the Aysén region. With their off-the-beaten-path adventure, Explora delves deeper into the natural landscapes of this region than anybody else has done before.

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from $3,260

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Nayara Hangaroa Easter Island

5 Day Itinerary

• See the superb Moai Stone Statues
• Discover beautiful volcanoes
• Explore the town of Hanga Roa

Activities

Hiking, Wildlife Viewing, Scuba Diving, Biking

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Variable

Explore Rapa Nui on this 5-day Easter Island trip. Uncover the mysteries of an enigmatic culture as you stroll around Hanga Roa village, connecting with the earth and learning the legends and traditions of the Rapa Nui.

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from $873

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Sacred Valley Community Clean-Up

2 Day Itinerary

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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 $731

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Estancia El Ombu

2 Day Itinerary

• Join ranch work with Angus cattle
• Explore ranch by horse, bike, foot
• Visit San Antonio de Areco pueblo

Activity Level

Relaxed

Take a break from the city and experience life like a true gaucho in the Pampas. Stay at a real cattle ranch, help with herding, try lassoing horses, and get to know the local people who’ve lived this way for generations. It’s a fun and hands-on way to see a different side of Argentina.

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from $655

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Huilloc Experience

3 Day Itinerary

• Explore Andean landscapes
• Experience the Inca practice
• Participate in the Chaskiq activity

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Huilloc Homestay / Ollantaytambo

Activities

Volunteering

Activity Level

Relaxed

Experience the richness of Quechua culture and tradition with a 3-day immersive trip to the village of Huilloc, nestled in the heart of the Sacred Valley. This trip will give you an opportunity to witness and participate in the daily lives of the Quechua people, one of the largest indigenous groups in South America.

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from $1,654

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Mashpi Lodge Adventure

3 Day Itinerary

• Discover Mashpi forest by night
• Stay at Mashpi Lodge
• Explore the rainforest

Activity Level

Easy Active

This 3 day Ecuador trip will immerse you in the deep green forest of one of the world's richest bio-diversity hotspots. Hike the nature trails, explore by the lodge's sky bike, get a different perspective from the observation tower, and observe the wildlife around Mashpi Lodge.

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from $788

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Corpus Christi Festival

3 Day Itinerary

• Learn about this unique festival
• Watch festival processions
• Visit the famous Tigua painters

Activities

Hacienda Visits

Activity Level

Relaxed

Join thousands of Ecuadorians in Pujili for the Corpus Christi festival which features the El Danzante parades. This fiesta is a fascinating mix of Catholic and traditional religious practices and is an exhibition for the region's folkloric dance, music, cuisine, and art.

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from $1,920

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Oruro Carnaval

3 Day Itinerary

• Watch the Parade of Dancers
• Learn traditions of Bolivian people
• Experience cultural tour of Ouro

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Relaxed

Oruro’s Carnaval celebrations have made this mining town a colorful destination at the beginning of Lent for Bolivians and international travelers who come here for a pilgrimmage of dance, music, and storytelling.

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from $703

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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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Quito Easter Festival

3 Day Itinerary

• Stand on the "Middle of the World
• Take a cable car for aerial views
• Watch the Festival procession

Activity Level

Relaxed

Experience Holy Week in Quito including the great and colorful procession of Good Friday with 90,000 participants winding through the streets of Quito's Old Town. Enjoy the best views of Quito's central square, Plaza de la Independencia. Explore Quito with a guide, including the Middle of the World Monument and the Pichincha Volcano.

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from $153

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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, Urban Exploration, Local Market Visits

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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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from $133

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Ecuadorian Gastronomy Experience in Quito

½ Day Itinerary

• Indulge in Ecuador's hidden flavors
• Delight in local cuisine's richness
• Immerse in Ecuadorian culture

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Quito / Quito

Activity Level

Relaxed

Experience Ecuadorian Gastronomy at Quito's Restaurant La Gloria. Explore a menu of local dishes, savoring curated flavors that transport you across the country's regions. Embrace the treasure of culture through food, a shared celebration of excitement.

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from $125

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Discover Quito Extended Half Day

½ Day Itinerary

• Wander Quito's historic streets
• Enjoy chocolate tastings
• Shop at Quito's artisanal market

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Quito / Quito

Activities

Village Visits

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Experience the best of Quito with half-day tours tailored to your interests. Choose from options like a city tour, equator visit, cable car rides, or cultural and market experiences. Discover why Quito is a UNESCO World Heritage site and immerse yourself in its vibrant atmosphere, history, and traditions.

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from $78

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Quito Express

½ Day Itinerary

• Experience chocolate-making
• Discover Ecuador's biodiversity
• Explore museums in Quito

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Quito / Quito

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Explore Quito by choosing to visit iconic sites like the Equator, local markets, or take in panoramic views on the cable car and many more. Each tour offers a unique way to experience this vibrant city's culture, history, and nature.

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from $187

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La Ventana Dinner & Tango Show

½ Day Itinerary

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

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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.

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from $287

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Healthy Breakfast

½ Day Itinerary

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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

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

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.

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