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Machu Picchu at sunrise
from $2,951
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Classic Inca Trail

10 Day Itinerary
Activity Level
Challenging
Follow in the footsteps of the Inca on this classic 10-day Inca Trail Trek. Acclimatize for three days as you explore Inca ruins and bargain at busy Andean markets in Cusco and the Sacred Valley before embarking on the 4-day 25 mile (40km) trek on the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. Spend a full day-and-a-half in the ruins of Machu Picchu before returning to Cusco on the train.
  • Trek the classic Inca Trail
  • Explore the highlights of Cusco
  • Visit several Inca ruin sites
  • Watch the sunrise over Machu Picchu
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The Island of Chiloé
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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The island of Chiloe
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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An open air market in Purmamarca, Argentina
from $549
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Humahuaca

1 Day Itinerary
Activity Level
Relaxed
Enjoy this full-day trip from Salta city to Humahuaca, a colorful ancient village with beautiful surroundings. On your way, see "Cerro de colores" (Hill of Seven Colors) and visit Pucará, an old indigenous town. Enjoy a guided tour around the village, have a taste of their Quebrada's typical food, and admire their handicrafts.
  • Discover Humahuaca historic village
  • Tour Pucará' ruins in Tilcara
  • Explore the Hill of Seven Colors
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Red scarlet macaw in flight
from $4,920
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Luxury Amazon Discovery - Low Water

4 Day Itinerary aboard Aqua Nera
Starts / Ends
Iquitos / Nauta
Activities
Fishing, Kayaking
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on this 4-day Amazon River luxury cruise on the Aqua Nera, from the Amazon port town of Iquitos. Your journey includes Yacapana Islands, Lake Clavero, Pacaya Samiria National Reserve, and the major tributaries of Ucayali and Maranon. Keep your eyes open for the mysterious pink river dolphin along the way, and enjoy activities like hiking & kayaking.
  • Visit the Manatee Rescue Center
  • Journey through Jungle of Mirrors
  • Discover the town of Nauta
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Pristine villages in small inlets
from $2,590
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Chonos Route

Puerto Montt Roundtrip - 6 Day Itinerary aboard MV Skorpios II
Starts / Ends
Puerto Montt / Puerto Montt
Activities
Whale Watching
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 6-day cruise aboard MV Skorpios II, beginning and ending in Puerto Montt, and sail over 800 miles through the magical age-old ice formations, glaciers, stunning archipelagos, channels, and small gulfs. Admire the vast island-peppered sea as you disembark to explore small towns and soak in the region's famed hot springs.
  • Explore picturesque Chiloe Island
  • Explore fishing town Puerto Aguirre
  • Whale watch on the Corcovado Gulf
  • Visit San Rafael Glacier
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Hiking to Machu Picchu on the Inca Trail
from $2,445
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Short Inca Trail Hike To Machu Picchu

7 Day Itinerary
Activity Level
Challenging
This 7-day trip culminates in a one day hike on the Inca Trail arriving to Machu Picchu with a full day and a half to explore the ruins. Explore the Inca capital of Cusco, the Sacsayhuamán Ruins, and Sacred Valley before taking the train to marker 104 km and hike the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu (no advance 4-day trail permit required!).
  • Explore Cusco
  • Watch the sunrise at Machu Picchu
  • Visit Sacsayhuamán
  • Hike the Inca Trail
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Village by a River Bank in the Peruvian Amazon
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, Rainforest Exploration
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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Puerto Natales, Patagonia
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
Local Market Visits, Hiking, Wildlife Viewing, Village 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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Machu Picchu Clouds
from $1,738
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Machu Picchu by Train

7 Day Itinerary
Activity Level
Relaxed
On this 7-day excursion through the Sacred Valley starting in Lima, you'll visit impressive Inca ruins such as Sacsayhuamán near Cusco, then Pisac, and Ollantaytambo. Finally, you'll take the train to Machu Picchu and spend two days exploring the most impressive Inca ruins.
  • Watch the sunrise over Machu Picchu
  • Explore Cusco with a local guide
  • Tour the ruins of Ollantaytambo
  • Visit a local textile market
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We couldn't get enough of the rainbow!
from $2,080
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Discover Peru

Machu Picchu & Lake Titicaca - 9 Day Itinerary
Activity Level
Relaxed
This 9-day expedition tour features an all inclusive Peru vacation package that starts in Lima departing towards Cusco to explore the Sacred Valley and spending two days exploring Machu Picchu. The trip continues on to Lake Titicaca to explore South America's largest lake. If you have a few extra days, extend your trip to explore the Amazon jungle.
  • Learn Inca history at Machu Picchu
  • See Lake Titicaca's floating island
  • Visit prominent Inca sites
  • Tour the colonial city of Cusco
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Sunset in Montevideo
from $4,889
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Highlights of Uruguay

Estancias and Beaches - 13 Day Itinerary
Starts / Ends
Colonia / Montevideo
Activities
Horseback Riding, Hacienda Visits
Activity Level
Relaxed
Discover Uruguay's highlights in a 13-day adventure: Colonia del Sacramento for history and mate tasting, Montevideo for city tours and culture, estancia for gaucho life, Quebrada de los Cuervos National Park trekking, Cabo Polonio, Santa Teresa National Park, and Garzon wine tasting. End with biking and kayaking in Punta del Este.
  • Explore Montevideo & local wineries
  • Excursions at Estancia Anastasio
  • Trek in the Cabo Polonio Sand Dunes
  • Wine-tasting experience in Garzon
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Boating by lily pads in Guyana
from $4,743
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Guyana Jungle Survival

7 Day Itinerary
Activities
Camping, Wilderness Lodge Exploration
Activity Level
Easy Active
During this weeklong hands-on Guyana adventure tour you'll experience what it really takes to survive in the jungle with instruction in fire- and shelter-building, scavenging for food, and basic survival skills from your local Amerindian Guide. It also includes visit to the Amazonian Iwokrama Forest and Kaieteur & Orinduik Falls and the Surama Village.
  • Learn jungle survival skills
  • Spot wildlife in Iwokrama Forest
  • Visit Kaieteur & Orinduik Falls
  • Explore Georgetown with your guide
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Playing a charango at the local market in Otavalo, Ecuador
from $4,255
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Andes and Amazon

15 Day Itinerary
Activities
Spa Relaxation, Whitewater Rafting, Biking
Activity Level
Relaxed
Our most complete tour of Ecuador. Explore colonial Cuenca, the Inca ruins of Ingapirca, and the town of Baños, before descending to Amazon rainforest for three days. Upon returning to the highlands we'll soak in the Papallacta Hot Springs then spend a night at one of Ecuador's finest haciendas in the shadow of Imbabura Volcano near Otavalo.
  • Explore the colonial city of Cuenca
  • Visit the homes of local weavers
  • Hike through the shadowed jungle
  • Raft down the Jatunyacu River
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Gorriti Island in Punte del Este, Uruguay
from $1,857
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Uruguay Beach Escape

4 Day Itinerary
Starts / Ends
Jose Ignacio / Punta del Este
Activities
Wine Tasting, Urban Exploration
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!
  • Explore Punta Del Este City
  • Discover La Barra
  • Trails to the Anastasio Stream
  • Experience the Uruguayan Tuscany
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Sunset over Salar de Uyuni
from $864
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La Paz and Uyuni

4 Day Itinerary
Starts / Ends
La Paz / La Paz
Activity Level
Relaxed
On this 4-day tour, you will get a taste of Bolivia's geographical diversity from volcanos to ancient salt flats. Visit the capital city of La Paz, where you can wander through the colorful markets and marvel at the historic architecture before flying to Uyuni to explore the famous region of the world's largest salt flats, visible from space.
  • See giant cacti up to 32-ft tall
  • Explore La Paz with your guide
  • Visit Uynui Salt Flats
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Sunset over the still waters of the Amazon
from $10,920
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Luxury Amazon Expeditions Cruise - Low Water

Nauta-Nauta - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Aqua Nera
Starts / Ends
Nauta / Nauta
Activity Level
Variable
Join Aqua Nera on this 8-day Amazon Cruise exploration from Nauta to Nauta and enjoy your village and local market visits as well as the time you will spend watching the beautiful wildlife.
  • Experience birdwatching
  • Discover some products
  • Visit some villages
  • Enjoy Swimming and kayaking
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Lily pads in Guyana
from $6,337
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Guyana's Savannas

10 Day Itinerary
Activity Level
Relaxed
This 10-day tour through Guyana's wild interior features excursions to the Karanambu Ranch and through the dense Iwokrama Forest will acquaint you with jaguars, river otters, caiman, and countless birds as you hike, kayak, and drive. Ideal for true wildlife enthusiasts, you will even have the chance to walk in the canopy of this lush rainforest.
  • Watch for an abundance of wildlife
  • Explore untouched Iwokrama Forest
  • Climb Turtle Mountain
  • Interact with a local community
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