Tours and Trips in Central and South America

Dine at a traditional parilla in the stylish Palermo neighborhood. You'll enjoy meats prepared over a wood-fired grill, sides and salad, drinks of your choice, dessert, and coffee. After dinner you'll embark on a scenic ride through nighttime Buenos Aires, passing illuminated monuments, architectural wonders, and major squares and avenues. This special evening experience ends with a nightcap in the atmospheric Plaza Dorrego, where tango performers often dance the streets.

In just a day, you can learn a lot about Costa Rica's hospitable culture and famous natural attractions on this day trip to Casona Rio Fortuna from the Guanacaste area. Tour the traditional country estate with a guide to learn about local life in the La Fortuna area - including a chance to make your own tortillas - and then relax in natural thermal hot springs in the rain forest.

Shake up your Rio visit with this 4-hour caipirinha-making class and skip-the-line pub crawl in the city's Lapa nightlife area. Mix it up in a local bar selling craft 'cachaça' (the spirit used in caipirinhas) as you learn to prepare this drink of choice for Rio's party-goers. Armed with your newfound knowledge, you'll then 'mix' things up some more in the streets, bars and clubs of Lapa, enjoying included drinking games, a samba lesson, drink discounts, VIP entrance and the fun atmosphere of a night out in this lively area.

Nestled on the banks of Lake Umayo, the archaeological site of Sillustani boasts a history dating back to pre-Inca days - but visiting without a guide means missing out on its hidden secrets. On this tour, explore the imposing stone tombs and mausoleums as your guide shines a light on Sillustani's ancient burial practises. With entry fees plus round-trip travel from central Puno hotels included, gain insight into a civilization lost in time.

Take a river boat ride down the Rio de la Plata and through the Tigre River Delta during this 6-hour shore excursion by land and water from Buenos Aires. Explore San Isidro's Old Town, visit the Puerto de Frutos and Paseo Victorica. Round-trip transportation from the Buenos Aires cruise port included.

Spend an evening on the town at the Rio Scenarium nightclub during this evening excursion in the neighborhood of Lapa. Party like a 'carioca', or resident of Rio, as you dance the night away to samba, Brazilian Popular Music and other world music. With your local nightlife guide, explore what the Guardian has called one of the Top 10 best bars in the world. Round-trip transportation from Rio hotels is included.

Have a fun night out in Santiago without having to worry about who's driving during this Santiago nightlife tour with round-trip transport. Get VIP access at both Sky Costanera and one of the city's top nightclubs, and sip on a provided glass of Champagne and a pisco or pisco sour. Plus, you'll take home a souvenir photo from your time at Sky Costanera.

Hike the Inca Trail towards Machu Picchu on a 2-day tour that's a shorter alternative to walking the entire trail, while still taking in the Inca sites and magnificent nature that place the Inca Trail among Peru's top experiences. Accommodations in an Aguas Calientes hotel - not a tent - ensure a comfortable night before watching sunrise in Machu Picchu, and the journey concludes with a return trip to Cusco by rail.

Head to the top of Sugar Loaf Mountain by cable car for sweeping views of Rio de Janeiro. Your skip-the-line ticket gives you priority access to both cable cars, and is valid for any departure time on the day you select.

Visit the pre-Incan archaeological site of Sillustani on a half-day tour from Puno. Situated at almost 4,000 meters above sea level, this site was carefully chosen and built by the Kolla people to bury their chiefs and priests. Learn about the ancient Andean cultures of this area and take in the beautiful scenery of the surrounding landscapes before heading back to Puno.

Explore the unique cylindrical tombs of Peru's Pukara Culture during this 4-hour excursion to the Sillustani burial site. Travel through the 'Altiplano' (High Plains) to this ancient indigenous funerary site where you'll visit the "Chullpas" burial towers and learn about this Pre-Columbian culture's belief in the afterlife. All entrance fees and roundtrip hotel transport are covered.

Dock in Roatan and head to West Bay Beach, considered one of the best beaches in the world, on this shore excursion. The beach is popular with cruise ship day trippers and serves as a perfect shore trip for families. Once there, you'll be able to relax in a private lounger and enjoy lunch. The excursion includes pickup and drop-off at the port.

Discover the shorter version of the famous Inca Trail during this 2-day excursion. Visit the archeological sites of Chachabamba, Winay Huayna, the Sungate, and Machu Picchu both in the afternoon and the early morning to see the citadel in two different lights. Learn about the history of the Incas on a comprehensive tour and explore the site on your own before heading back to Cusco.

This 3-hour small group cycling tour is for travelers who want to see more of Sao Paulo, the largest city in Brazil, in less time. The approximately 10-mile route includes museums, parks, architecture, neighborhoods, and plenty of time to stop for refreshments and photos. Explore the city's Japanese neighborhood, see the city's cathedral, and more.

This tour is specially designed for those who are on a wonderful cruise through the Caribbean and will make a stop at Cartagena. You will be able to make the most of the short time you have on this magical and enchanting city.

View Brazil's foremost 20th-century artists with skip-the-line admission to the Museum of Modern Art (Museu de Arte Moderna) of Rio de Janeiro. A professional guide points out the landmark building designed by Modernist architect Affonso Eduardo Reidy and landscape envisioned by Roberto Burle Marx. Containing more than 15,000 works of art, the MAM collection of sculptures and paintings includes internationally renowned Latin American and European artists. Beat the crowds and relax with a convenient hotel or cruise port transfer to the museum in Flamengo Park.

Get a comprehensive overview of Buenos Aires on this 4-hour tour that includes a boat ride on the Rio de la Plata. Visit landmarks and highlights in neighborhoods such as Puerto Madero, La Boca, San Telmo, Palermo, and Recoleta.

Visit the Roberto Burle Marx home and gardens during a private 4-hour tour from Rio. In the company of a local guide, explore the home of this artists and designer, surrounded by lush property filled with native plants. The Sitio Roberto Burle Marx is built in a distinctly Brazilian style, including elements of cubism and abstractionism. Walk through the peaceful gardens and admire the home's collection of folk art while learning about his life, work and esthetic from your knowledgeable guide. Round-trip transportation from Rio is included.

Explore different levels of Costa Rica's vibrant rain forest on a Sky Walk canopy tour near Arenal. The 3-hour route allows you to slow down and observe the forest's rich plant, animal and bird life while being up close yet unobtrusive. Cross a series of hanging bridges and pass tropical waterfalls, stopping to cool off and relax at the natural pools below one of the cascades.

Take a hike up the Sierra Negra Volcano on this 4-hour walking tour. The Sierra Negra is the oldest volcano on Isabela Island and experienced its last eruption in 2005. Walk along the rim of the crater and observe the local plant and animal life that has flourished in this rugged terrain. Learn about the geology of the area and the volcanic processes from your informative guide.