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Quito, Ecuador
from $163
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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
Urban Exploration, Local Market Visits, Archaeological Site Visits
Activity Level
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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Basilica del Voto Nacional in Quito
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
Starts / Ends
Quito / Quito
Activities
Village Visits
Activity Level
Variable
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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Pre-Columbian ceramic figures
from $109
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Guayasamin - Central Bank Museums

½ Day Itinerary
Activity Level
Relaxed
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Quito
from $78
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Quito Express

½ Day Itinerary
  • Experience chocolate-making
  • Discover Ecuador's biodiversity
  • Explore museums in Quito
Starts / Ends
Quito / Quito
Activity Level
Variable
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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The famous Cuenca hatter
from $53
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Cuenca City - Half Day

½ Day Itinerary
Activity Level
Relaxed
Discover Cuenca, considered the most colonial city in all of the Americas. Head to San Sebastian, the historical center, or Parque Calderón, home to the new and old cathedral. Don't miss the fantastic view of the city from Mirador de Turi.
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Fresh produce at a market
from $1,017
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Cusco Gastronomy Tour

6 Day Itinerary
  • Experience a gastronomic tour
  • Explore vibrant Pisac market
  • Discover Machu Picchu's ruins
Starts / Ends
Cusco / Cusco
Activity Level
Relaxed
Savor the essence of Cusco on a 6-day Gastronomy Tour! Delight in the fusion of ancient flavors and modern cuisine while uncovering the secrets of Incan heritage. Wander through the timeless streets, relishing in the allure of historic sites like Sacsayhuamán and the legendary wonder of Machu Picchu.
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Cuenca view
from $81
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Cuenca City

1 Day Itinerary
Activity Level
Relaxed
Visit Parque Calderón, the city's largest plaza and home to both the new and old cathedral. In the afternoon, visit a Panama Hat factory and visit the famous Barranco along Calle Largo. This tour is approximately 6 hours and runs daily.
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Cuenca - a beautiful colonial city
from $53
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Cuenca by Night

½ Day Itinerary
Activity Level
Relaxed
This half-day tour explores this beautiful city of Cuenca illuminated by the night lights. Take a guided tour of the historic center or head to the new and old cathedrals. At the end of the time, be transferred to a restaurant to continue your evening on your own.
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The Sunken Temple
from $1,218
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Ancient Cultures

7 Day Itinerary
  • Explore the city of La Paz
  • Tour Moon & Sun Islands
  • Climb El Calvario & enjoy the view
Activity Level
Relaxed
Visit La Paz and experience the local Bolivian culture on this week-long journey! Explore Lake Titicaca, a geographic landmark at the crossroads of the Andes and the Andean plateau and home to the ruins of Tihuanaco and remnants of Inca temples at Sun and Moon Islands. This is the world's highest navigable lake.
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Red scarlet macaw in flight
from $2,502
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Rio de Janeiro and Amazon Clipper Cruise

8 Day Itinerary
  • Enjoy views of Rio de Janeiro
  • Visit Christ the Redeemer
  • Learn about local flora and fauna
  • Canoe along the Rio Negro
Starts / Ends
Rio de Janeiro / Manaus
Activities
Land & Sea Exploration
Activity Level
Relaxed
During your visit to Rio de Janerio, visit the mountaintops of Corcovado and Sugarloaf, two of Rio's iconic peaks, and stroll the beaches of Ipanema and Copacabana. Fly to Manaus, the entrance of the Brazilian Amazon, and embark the Amazon Clipper for a 4-day cruise along the wildlife rich waters of the Rio Negro, one of the Amazon River's largest tributaries.
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Tayrona National Park, Colombia beach retreat
from $6,618
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Colombia Multisport Adventure: Andes to Caribbean

12 Day Itinerary
  • Hike Cane River trail to Ráquira
  • Bike through iconic sites of Bogota
  • Zipline above Juan Curi Falls
  • Explore Tayrona National Park
Starts / Ends
Bogota / Cartagena
Activities
Biking
Activity Level
Moderate
Experience Colombia’s rich culture and scenery on this active 12-day trip from Bogotá to the Caribbean coast. Hike to the Lost City, visit colonial towns like Villa de Leyva and Barichara, and unwind in Tayrona National Park’s pristine beaches. Explore Cartagena’s UNESCO-listed charm while connecting with Colombia’s diverse landscapes and heritage.
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Uakari Floating Lodge
from $2,064
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Rio de Janeiro and Uakari Amazon Lodge

9 Day Itinerary
  • Enjoy views of Rio de Janeiro
  • Visit Christ the Redeemer
  • Learn about local flora and fauna
  • Canoe through flooded forests
Starts / Ends
Rio de Janeiro / Uakari Floating Lodge
Activities
Wildlife Viewing, Hiking, Rainforest Exploration, Snorkeling
Activity Level
Relaxed
Spend three days in Brazil's iconic Rio de Janerio, where you'll visit Corcovado and Sugarloaf, the two iconic peaks, and stroll the beaches of Ipanema and Copacabana. Spend a day exploring Manaus, the entrance of the Brazilian Amazon, before your 4-day Amazon adventure based out of the floating Eco-lodge, Uakari.
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Beautiful downtown Santiago at dusk
from $2,480
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South American Three City

10 Day Itinerary
  • Wine, beach & culinary tour options
  • Attend an intimate tango show
  • Visit Christ the Redeemer
  • Explore Ipanema & Copacabana
Activities
Wine Tasting
Activity Level
Relaxed
Take in the sights, sounds, food, and culture as you explore Santiago, Buenos Aires, and Rio de Janeiro. This 10 day itinerary includes free days and optional activities so you can set the pace of your South American vacation!
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Congress building in Buenos Aires
from $1,227
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Experience Buenos Aires

3 Day Itinerary
Activity Level
Relaxed
Take the opportunity to meet Argentina’s capital city, Buenos Aires! Often referred to as one of South America’s (and maybe the world’s) most exciting cities, Buenos Aires offers fabulous food, world famous wine, the Tango, amazing art, interesting neighborhoods. The city is interesting by day, and captivating by night.
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Lima's San Martin square lit up in the evening
from $588
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Lima Gastronomy Tour

4 Day Itinerary
  • Explore Lima's old town
  • Discover pre-Columbian artifacts
  • Savor Peruvian delicacies
Starts / Ends
Lima / Lima
Activity Level
Relaxed
Savor the flavors of Peru on a 4-day gastronomy tour through Lima, a UNESCO World Heritage city. Indulge in Peruvian delicacies at renowned restaurants
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Quito Easter Festival
from $695
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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
Activities
Festival Visits
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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Cathedral
from $350
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Explore Cuenca

4 Day Itinerary
Activity Level
Relaxed
Fly south to the delightful city of Cuenca. Considered the most colonial city in all the Americas, red clay rooftops stretch throughout the city and baroque churches seem to stand on every corner. This time in Cuenca is yours to explore however you like. Chose from several short excursions to add to your stay in this charming town.
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Stroll past the quaint homes in Valparaiso
from $281
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Vina del Mar & Valparaiso

1 Day Itinerary
Activities
Cooking Classes
Activity Level
Relaxed
Visit two distinct and atmospheric cities with a day tour of Chile's Pacific Coast. Begin in Viña del Mar, a leading beach destination and South America's second popular tourist city. Glimpse the ornate wooden buildings that line this charming coastal town before heading inland to Valparaiso, where you can explore cobblestone streets and wander historical markets.
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