Tours and Trips in Central and South America

Journey to the majestic Quilotoa lagoon, exploring local Andean communities on the way, during this 10-hour day trip from Quito. Discover Ecuador like a local as you visit a range of indigenous communities en route to this famous lagoon. Depending on the day you might visit a local market or sit down and chat with a local Andean family. Then enjoy a 2-hour hiking trek to Quilotoa, eventually reaching the stunning body of water inside the crater of this now-dormant volcano. Your trip also includes a guide, lunch and round-trip transport from Quito.

Paddle through the lush mangrove forests of Punta Izopo Wildlife Refuge in search of adventure on this 7-hour kayaking trip. Glide through the maze of waterways that make up this unique ecological reserve, keeping your eyes peeled for the kingfishers and herons that call the area home. Finish your day by visiting a Garifuna village, where you can cool off with a swim at a local beach. This kayaking adventure includes a guide, park entrance fees and round-trip hotel transport.

Explore the ecuadorian art through museums, figures, paintings, sculptures, of art. You will learn about history and contemporary representations during the tour, it takes 5 hours in the Northern of the city, near the  most touristic area of Quito. First of all we will visit the best art expression in the city, this tour takes you to different places to appreciate art in different way in this city, the first stop is in a beautiful and colorful murals and streets in a traditional neighborhood of Quito, samples of the best chocolate of the country you will meet coffe shops, workshops of local artist and, then we will visit the Museum Capilla del Hombre where we can see indigenous art through paintings of Oswaldo Guayasamin and finally we will visit the Munna National Museum where shows you samples of precolombian, colonial art, aimed to make you feel like a local in the best art tour of the city. .

Don't let limited time in Ecuador stop you visiting the majestic Quilotoa Lagoon, an emerald crater lake surrounded by mountain landscapes. Reach the natural wonder the easy way on this full-day tour from Quito, ideal for nature lovers. Stop at a traditional craft market before arriving in Quilotoa National Park and opting to hike or ride a mule (own expense) to the rim of the dormant volcano. Lunch and transfers are included.

Simplify transportation logistics between San Pedro de Atacama and the Puritama Hot Springs by booking this guided tour to the popular natural attraction. Hotel pickup and drop-off ensure peace of mind as you travel between destinations, letting you relax and fully enjoy the hot springs experience.

Get a sense for the architecture, history and culture of Quito during this 9-hour trip visiting the city's top sights. Start with an exploration of the historic city center of this Ecuadorian capital, visiting its main Basilica, Independence Plaza and many more colonial-era sites. Then take a trip aboard the Telef erico to a peak more than 13,000 feet (4,000 meters) above the city for sublime views, finishing your day at 'Mitad del Mundo,' a monument marking where the earth's equator splits the world into north and south. This Quito city trip includes entrance fees at select attractions, a guide and round-trip hotel transport.

Combine a city tour of downtown Quito with a ride on the Telef erico on this 6-hour experience. Get panoramic views of the area around Quito from the cable car and learn about the city's history through visits to the historic center's squares, churches, and significant buildings. Round-trip transportation from select Quito hotels included.

Journey to the beautiful Quilotoa volcano, driving through stunning mountain scenery and stopping to visit local Andean communities, during this 9-hour day trip. Travel along the spectacular 'Avenue of Volcanoes' passing beneath its towering peaks, eventually stopping at a village of the Paramos community, where you'll explore a local home and learn about their daily life. Finish your day with a trip to the lagoon inside Quilotoa volcano and a mule-riding adventure near its beautiful crater. This Quilotoa day trip includes a guide, entrance fees, round-trip hotel transport and an optional lunch upgrade.

Enjoy a sampling of the natural, cultural and historical sights found around Quito during this comprehensive full-day tour. Take in gorgeous hilltop views of the city from Panecillo Hill and San Juan Mirador. You'll also explore Quito's historic city center by visiting several of its churches and colonial-era buildings. After lunch experience life on both sides of the earth's equator at the Middle of the World monument before finishing your day with the amazing landscapes of Pululahua Geobotanical Reserve. Your comprehensive Quito trip also includes a guide, some site entrance fees and an optional private tour upgrade.

Experience the history, culture, architecture and natural beauty of Quito on this memorable tour of Ecuador's capital city. Follow your expert guide through city streets and journey across the skies in South America's highest gondola. Explore a volcano on foot during a three-hour hike and make the most of your time in this incredible city!

Swap the Uruguayan capital for the coastal resort town of Punta del Este. This guided day trip from Montevideo covers main attractions including the Mediterranean-style villa and art gallery of Casa Pueblo. See the fishing town of La Barra del Maldonado, and visit Playa Mansa and Playa Brava, known for its famous sculpture of fingers emerging from the sand.

Tour the capital city of Quito at your leisure with this popular hop-on hop-off bus tour. Enjoy hassle-free double-decker transportation through narrow city streets as you make your way to numerous city attractions and landmarks. Choose to get off at any of the 11 stops and make the most of your time in Quito.

Discover the unusual landscape of Quebrada de Humahuaca on this 12-hour excursion from Salta. Travel along an ancient Incan route through multicolored canyons to this gorge, a UNESCO World Heritage Centre. Stop at small indigenous villages like Humahuaca, Purmamarca and Tilcara to view historical adobe churches and ruins. Visit San Salvador de Jujuy, a small city situated among the wooded lowlands, before returning to Salta on Route 9.

Enjoy a half-day sightseeing tour of Punta del Este with an informative guide - a great way to see the highlights of this scenic resort area. Marvel at the whimsical fingerlike sculptures of Playa Brava; stroll past sailing yachts along the coastal seaport; spend free time browsing the shops and galleries of Gorlero Avenue and Artigas Square; and admire the Mediterranean-style villa of Casapueblo.

Spend an entire day exploring the city of Quito with an expert guide. Learn about local cultures and traditions as you make your way through scenic landscapes and urban streets. Visit Teleferico and relax on a picturesque horseback ride to Pichincha Volcano, where you'll find incredible views of Quito.

Exploring the UNESCO-listed historic center is a must for visitors to Quito, but sightseeing in the world's highest-altitude capital can be tiring. This full-day small-group tour has the answer - spend the morning touring the city, then relax and unwind at the Papallacta Hot Springs. Tour includes lunch, hotel pickup, and entrance fees.

Travel to Fort Bulnes, a reconstruction of Chile's first settlement. This 4-hour shore excursion include transport to and from your port of call.

Explore La Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino on this small-group guided visit. Built in the 17th century, the museum-hacienda is known as the location of political leader Simón Bolívar's death and has become a top tourist attraction in Santa Marta as well as a historical landmark. There, admire the colonial buildings and wander around the galleries.

After your cruise ship docks at the picturesque port of Punta Arenas, set out to explore the Otway Sound Penguin Colony on a 3.5-hour shore excursion. Stroll around the protected preserve and encounter hundreds of penguins as they return to the shore; observe the behavior of these incredible creatures and gain fascinating insight into their physiology with a knowledgeable guide. Relax during a timely return journey back to port, arriving well in advance of your cruise ship's departure.

Get up close to Patagonia's incredible wildlife on this full-day tour of the famous Punta Tombo Penguin Colony from Puerto Madryn, including hotel pick up. Stand in awe before South America's largest colony of Magellan's penguins, and see playful Overas Toninas dolphins and an array of seabirds in their natural environment. End your day with a visit to the unique Welsh settlement of Gaiman.