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Two squirrel monkeys in the Amazon
from $4,827
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Exploring the Amazon Rainforest

8 Day Itinerary aboard Manatee
  • Explore the banks of the Napo River
  • Seek out pink river dolphins
  • Learn from Kichwa women
  • Visit a local school
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Quito / Quito
Activities
Rainforest Exploration, Kayaking
Activity Level
Variable
Experience an 8-day expedition cruise through the Ecuadorian Amazon Basin, a place filled with teeming nature and adventure at every turn. Board the Manatee in Coca and enjoy an adventure visiting remote villages and sailing through unique and fragile ecosystems on your luxurious small-ship voyage.
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Salkantay Horseback Ride
from $5,695
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Salkantay Ride To Machu Picchu

7 Day Itinerary
  • Explore Quillarumiyoc's culture
  • Enjoy horseback ride to Soraypampa
  • Witness snow-capped peaks
  • Pass through coffee plantations
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Cusco / Cusco
Activities
Archaeological Site Visits, Horseback Riding
Activity Level
Relaxed
Experience a 7-day horseback trip from Salkantay to Machu Picchu. Ride through stunning landscapes, including the Cloud Forest and Salkantay Pass. Explore Humantay Lake and the mystical Chakana. Descend through the lush forest to Colpa Lodge, enjoy a traditional feast, and relax in the outdoor jacuzzi.
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Mountains of the Salta province in northwest Argentina
from $4,495
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Northwest Trek

9 Day Itinerary
  • Tour the ruins of Quilmes
  • Hike Las Conchas Gorge
  • Trek the Cachi Mountains
  • Explore the colonial town of Salta
Activity Level
Challenging
Journey through wine country, visit pre-inca ruins and trek through canyon lands and desert landscapes of Argentina's remote Northwest.
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Sunset over Cartagena, Colombia
from $3,267
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Best of Colombia

Bogota to Cartagena - 8 Day Itinerary
  • Explore the vibrant city of Bogota
  • Visit local coffee farm
  • See Colombia's unique birds
  • Visit Los Nevados National Park
  • Visit San Basilio de Palenque
Starts / Ends
Bogota / Cartagena
Activities
Wildlife Viewing, Hacienda Visits, Homestays
Activity Level
Relaxed
Enjoy an 8-day tour to discover Bogota, Manizales, and Cartagena. Visit the most iconic and historical landmarks in Bogota, taste the best coffee in Manizales, and immerse yourself in the Caribbean city of Cartagena. Visit multiple parts of Colombia and see the best that each place has to offer.
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San Pedro Claver Plaza, Cartagena
from $2,940
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Colombia Highlights

Bogota to Cartagena - 9 Day Itinerary
  • Explore the vibrant city of Bogota
  • Visit churches in Bogota
  • Discover Salamina with your guide
  • Visit Hacienda Venecia coffee farm
  • Visit Cartagena's historical sites
  • Swim and snorkel in Tierra Bomba
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Bogota / Cartagena
Activity Level
Relaxed
Enjoy a complete 9-day tour discovering the highlights of Colombia. Dance the salsa and explore the city of Bogota, visit the Wax Palm reserve in Salamina, and taste the best coffee in Manizales. Finally, discover the rich culture preserved in Cartagena. Visit multiple parts of Colombia and see the best that each place has to offer.
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The colorful streets of Cartagena
from $2,878
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Bogota to Cartagena Adventure

7 Day Itinerary
  • Visit iconic and landmark in Bogota
  • Visit Monserrate Church
  • Stroll in La Candelaria
  • Visit Cartagena's historical sites
  • Explore Rosario Islands
  • Visit San Basilio de Palenque
Starts / Ends
Bogota / Cartagena
Activities
Village Visits, Local Market Visits, Snorkeling
Activity Level
Easy Active
On this 7-day Colombia tour, discover Bogota and Cartagena. Visit the most iconic and historical landmarks in Bogota and walk down the cobblestone streets of La Candelaria. Fly to Cartagena and see the beautiful beaches on the Caribbean coast. Take a walking tour and see the beautiful plazas and monument walls of historic Cartagena
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The breathtaking Amazon River
from $2,415
up 20% off
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Amazon Exploration

4 Day Itinerary aboard Manatee
  • Visit the parrot clay licks
  • Learn Amazon traditions and cuisine
  • Observe nocturnal wildlife
Activity Level
Variable
Take the M/V Manatee on a 4-day Amazon River cruise. Travel from Quito to Coca, explore Pañacocha Lake, see parrot clay licks, and visit Kichwa communities. Enjoy guided walks, canoe rides, and kayaking in one of the world’s richest ecosystems.
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Chiloe Island adventure
from $2,969
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Chiloe Island Adventure

8 Day Itinerary
  • Admire the view of Osorno Volcano
  • Paddle RĂ­o PetrohuĂ© into ReloncavĂ­
  • Enjoy lunch with locals
  • Hike along the coast to penguins
  • Visit Valley of the Sunken Forest
  • Enjoy water activities
  • See Dalcahue UNESCO World Heritage
  • Biking to ChiloĂ© National Park
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Puerto Montt / Puerto Montt
Activities
Biking, Stand Up Paddle Boarding
Activity Level
Easy Active
Experience Chile's Lake District on this 8-day active adventure and discover the natural and cultural beauty of Chiloé Island. Visit UNESCO churches and fishing villages, kayak through fjords, bike to Chiloé National Park, and see penguins, dolphins, and other wildlife along the Pacific coast.
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Ahu akivi plataforma ceremonial
from $2,507
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Discover Easter Island

5 Day Itinerary
  • Visit an ancient funeral site
  • Explore Anakena Beach
  • Visit the most important Moai sites
  • View the quarry where Moai were cut
Starts / Ends
Santiago / Orongo
Activity Level
Relaxed
Explore Easter Island on this 5-day visit! Discover the ancient history of this culturally rich island. Day trips include hiking and visits to the Rano Kau volcano, the volcanic crater of Rano Raraku, and other sacred regions where the famous 100-ton basalt Moai statues tower over the countryside.
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Canoeing the river
from $2,343
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Cristalino Jungle Lodge

5 Day Itinerary
  • Search for unique flora and fauna
  • Explore the trails of Cristalino
  • Enjoy views of the jungle canopy
Activities
Wilderness Lodge Exploration
Activity Level
Relaxed
Immerse yourself in theBrazilian Amazon Jungle for 5 days with a visit to Cristalino Jungle Lodge. Keep yourself busy by searching for unique Amazonian flora and fauna, hiking, and enjoying views of the jungle canopy from the Canopy Tower.
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from $1,538
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Medellin Adventure

5 Day Itinerary
  • Explore the vibrant city of Medelli
  • Visit the city of GuatapĂ©
  • Taste tropical fruits and coffee
  • Visit local coffee farm
  • Learn about coffee in Concordia
Starts / Ends
Medellin / Medellin
Activity Level
Easy Active
Spend your week getting to know Medellin on this 5-day tour, including an in-depth city tour and a coffee plantation tour in the town of Concordia. Learn about Medellin and experience what its culture has to offer. Enjoy the scenery, and the colorful tiled streets, and taste tropical fruits and coffee
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Woman hiking on the Bolivian Altiplano
from $1,042
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Khotia to Huayna Potosi Trekking

6 Day Itinerary
  • Explore Bolivia’s Cordillera Real
  • Enjoy stunning Huayna PotosĂ­ peak
  • See the Andes highest plateau.
  • Trek along remote Andean trails.
  • Discover hidden alpine lakes
  • See wild llamas and alpacas.
Starts / Ends
La Paz / La Paz
Activities
Camping, Hiking
Activity Level
Challenging
Join this 6-day trekking adventure in Bolivia, starting from Khotia and ending at Huayna PotosĂ­, traversing the stunning Cordillera Real mountain range. Experience the rugged high-altitude landscapes and enjoy breathtaking views of the majestic Huayna PotosĂ­ along with the surrounding snowcapped peaks.
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