South America Cultural Tours

Sail the Panama Canal on a 10-day Star Clippers cruise through Central America. Begin in Balboa, then transit the Panama Canal and see the locks in action. Explore Spanish forts in Portobelo, meet the Guna people in the San Blas Islands, and discover Colombia’s coastal cities of Cartagena and Santa Marta. Enjoy scenic days under sail.

Enjoy the alternative Salkantay trail combined with the famous One Day Inca Trail for the ultimate trekking experience. Marvel at the different surroundings around the two trails and be mesmerized with the archaeological sites leading to the lost city of the Incas: Machu Picchu. This trip requires a One Day Inca Trail Pass

Experience an 8-day river cruise along Colombia's Magdalena River from Barranquilla to Cartagena on the AmaMelodia. Enjoy Carnaval festivities, explore artisan towns, and immerse yourself in local culture with music, dance, and historic tours.

Discover Colombia's wonders on an 8-day cruise along the Magdalena River aboard AmaMelodia. Visit Palenque, the first free city, and the vibrant Getsemaní neighborhood in Cartagena. Discover the blend of cultures, music, and art that define the country.

Join an 11-day cruise from Nassau to Panama City on the Scenic Eclipse, exploring the Bahamas' clear waters and vibrant island cultures. Experience highlights like Pig Beach and the Panama Canal, blending leisure with cultural discovery.

Experience Cartagena’s vibrant culture with rum and chocolate tasting, a market tour and cooking class, a historical visit to San Basilio de Palenque, and a relaxing day at Blue Apple Beach. This unique trip delves into the heart of Colombia’s rich heritage and stunning landscapes.

Set sail on a 15-day Royal Clipper cruise from Balboa, Panama, featuring a full Panama Canal transit and visits to the San Blas Islands, Cartagena, and the Caribbean gems of Aruba, Curacao, and Bonaire. Experience lush Grenada and volcanic St. Lucia, and finish your journey in Antigua, all while enjoying elegant sailing and stunning island views.

Set sail on a 15-day cruise with Star Clipper from Bridgetown, Barbados, exploring the Caribbean’s rich culture and history, ending in Balboa, Panama. Visit stunning destinations like Tobago Cays, Grenada, and the San Blas Islands, and experience the Panama Canal.

Discover an astonishing trove of natural and cultural treasures as you navigate the Caribbean coasts of Panama and Colombia on this 8-day cruise aboard the National Geographic Quest. Sail from Panama City to Cartagena, with stops in Portobelo, Guna Yala, Archipelago, and more.

Sail the majestic Magdalena River on an 8-day cruise aboard the MS AmaMagdalena. Experience Colombia’s vibrant rhythms, rich history, and lively culture as you explore Palenque, Cartagena, and beyond.

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.

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.