Tours and Trips in Central and South America

Hike up Rio's famous Corcovado Mountain for excellent views of the city and an up-close encounter with the Cristo Redentor (Christ the Redeemer) statue. Following an experienced hiking guide, make your way through the Tijuca Rainforest to the mountain's summit. This advanced trek takes about 2.5 hours, and the tour takes 6 hours in total. Round-trip transportation from Rio hotels is provided.

Immerse yourself in the history, culture and beauty of Rio on this 8-hour private tour with a dedicated guide. Travel in a private vehicle to some of the city's most important landmarks, including Sugar Loaf Mountain and the Christ the Redeemer Statue standing atop Corcovado Mountain. Travel through downtown Rio's historical center and into the charming neighborhood of Santa Teresa. Visit the famous Selarón Steps (Escadaria Selarón), created by South American artist Jorge Selarón over the course of 20 years. Enjoy flexibility and personal attention on a private tour, which includes round-trip transportation from your accommodation in Rio and all entrance fees.

Take your Rio de Janeiro sightseeing experience into your own hands on this 8-hour customizable, private tour of the Marvelous City. Alongside a "˜carioca' (Rio de Janeiro resident) and personal driver, you'll tick off top Rio attractions chosen by you. Personalize your itinerary according to your interests and only visit the sites you wish to see: your guide tailors the tour according to preferred themes, such as food, history, or sport, and offers undivided attention throughout. Pickup and drop-off from your Ro de Janeiro hotel are included.

Take the cable car to the top of Sugar Loaf Mountain, then get a bird's eye view of Rio by helicopter during this all-day Super Saver tour. This combination of activities gives you spectacular views of Rio and fantastic photo ops or sights like the Cristo Redentor (Christ the Redeemer) statue, Maracana Stadium, Cinelandia Square and Copacabana Beach. Lunch and round-trip transportation from Rio hotels is included.

Enhance your experience of the frozen majesty of Lake Argentino during a full-day sailing excursion in Los Glaciares National Park from El Calafate. Accompanied by an expert skipper, cruise the glittering water of the lake and gaze at magnificent glaciers known as the Seco, Spegazzini and Upsala. Ascend to a vertiginous viewpoint for spectacular views of the icy expanse and enjoy round-trip transportation from El Calafate on this enriching tour.

Go trekking in the Andes and wind down with a relaxing visit to Baños Colina Hot Springs. Depart from Santiago for a nearly 2-mile guided hike through spectacular Andean scenery, making your way through a lush canyon to view Chile's San Jose Volcano. Continue afterward to the natural mountain hot springs and soak in baths as warm as 122-degrees F (50°C). Spend several hours enjoying the various pools"”and savoring a boxed lunch"”before setting off on your return hike. This day trip includes round-trip hotel transport.

With so much to see and do in this a vibrant and bustling metropolis, Rio de Janeiro can be a bit overwhelming. Take the stress-free route with this full day tour and hit all the best spots. Starting atop Corcovado Mountain next to the city's iconic Christ the Redeemer statue, you'll get your bearings before exploring Rio's best neighborhoods including Santa Teresa, Lapa and Urca. Finish the tour with a cable car ride to the top of Sugarloaf Mountain, with views of Copacabana Beach.

Enjoy a transfer from the Galeao International Airport (GIG) or Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) to your hotel in downtown Rio followed by a comprehensive city sightseeing tour. Visit Sugar Loaf Mountain and the Christ the Redeemer statue atop Corcovado Mountain. Take a walking tour of Cinelândia Square and the Paço Imperial. Stop at the Selaron stairs and the Metropolitan Cathedral of Rio, listening to informative commentary from your local guide along the way. End your tour with drop-off back at your Rio hotel.

Uncover the colonial history and heritage of Chile's Lake District on this full-day tour from Puerto Varas, including hotel pick-up. Journey along the ancient Route of Settlers, stopping to admire the scenery around Llanquihue Lake and visit the Memorial to the German Colonists. After taking in the highlights of Llanquihue and Frutillar, climb to the ski resort of Osorno volcano, where you'll be rewarded with magnificent views over the Lakelands.

Combine many of Rio's top sights, including the Christ the Redeemer statue, in a half-day tour in Rio. You'll also visit Copacabana, Ipanema, the Sambadromo, and other landmarks. Entrance fees and round-trip transportation included.

Live this beautiful adventure of sailing the Bay of Puerto Varas in our open-top Speedboat, unmissable for all public.

Visit Corcovado Mountain and the Christ the Redeemer statue in the afternoon during this 4-hour tour. Ride the cog train up the steep mountainside through the Tijuca Rainforest, disembarking at the top to panoramic views of Rio. Spend time admiring the iconic statue and snapping photos of the surrounding scenery. Round-trip transportation from most Rio hotels is included.

The Perito Moreno Glacier is one of Patagonia's most spectacular natural landmarks, but the landscapes that surround it are equally interesting. Gain a comprehensive overview of El Calafate's cultural and natural gems on this 10-hour tour, which includes a boat ride on Lago Argentino. Feast on Argentinian delicacies at the Nibepo Aike Estancia ranch, enjoy a gentle hike through a beech forest, and marvel at the magnificent Perito Moreno Glacier from a variety of viewing platforms. Lunch, refreshments, and hotel pickup and drop-off in El Calafate are included.

Prepare to get wet and wild on this thrilling white water rafting adventure from Santiago. Tackle Class III and IV rapids as you careen down the Cajon del Maipo (Maipo Ravine) against a backdrop of rugged peaks and crystalline waters, then tuck into a barbecue lunch (optional) by the waterfront. This adrenaline-fuelled 4-hour tour is suitable for all levels, including first-time rafters and includes hotel pick-up from Santiago. 

Designed to delight the active and adventurous traveler, this 11-hour trekking tour of the Patagonia's Glacier National Park uncovers the dramatic beauty of the El Calafate region. Throughout a 6-hour hike, you'll hike through unspoiled virgin forest, marvel at the Grande, Cubo, and Dickson Glaciers, and absorb the unique scenery of Laka Roca during a boat ride. Lunch, refreshments, and hotel pickup and drop-off in El Calafate are included on this advanced hiking tour, limited to a small group of 12.

Ride a bicycle through Rio de Janeiro on this 3-hour sightseeing tour. Follow your local guide down paved paths for a leisurely ride from Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon to the Leblon and Ipanema beaches. Ride through Rio's most fashionable neighborhoods and get a glimpse of where and how residents of Rio spend their free time. Enjoy views of the city skyline, the local beaches and the Cristo Redentor (Christ the Redeemer) statue atop Corcovado Mountain.

Discover the natural wonders and gastronomic heritage of lakeside Llanquihue on this 6-hour tour from Puerto Varas. Discover Llanquihue's German colonial history, sample the city's famous Bavarian-style sausages (extra cost) and get a glimpse of local life as you pass dairy farms, salmon farms and breweries. After visiting the memorial to the German colonists, head to nearby Frutillar, where you can tour the German Colonial Museum and visit the Teatro del Lago (Lake Theater).

Admire the shimmering lakes and soaring peaks of the Chilean Lake District on this 6-hour tour from Puerto Varas, including hotel pick-up. Soak up the scenery as you travel to the Osorno Ski Center, located at 3,937-feet (1,240-m) on the Osorno Volcano, and enjoy panoramic views of Llanquihue Lake and Calbuco volcano below. Then, head to the Vicente Perez Rosales National Park, where you can hike through the evergreen forests, visit Todos los Santos Lake and be awed by the Petrohue Falls.

While in port, take a panoramic city tour, travel to the top of Sugar Loaf Mountain and visit the Christ the Redeemer statue on this full-day shore excursion to Rio's most famous landmarks. Reach the top of Sugar Loaf Mountain and Corcovado Mountain by cable car and cog train through the Tijuca Rainforest, respectively. This 10-hour tour, which includes round-trip transportation from the cruise port, allows you to visit all of Rio's landmarks in one marathon day.

Visit Corcovado Mountain, the bohemian enclave of Santa Teresa on this full-day guided sightseeing tour of Rio de Janeiro. Get to see some of the many faces of Rio and learn what life is like for some of the city's residents. Walk through Santa Teresa, one of Rio's oldest neighborhoods, enjoy sprawling views of Rio and the Christ the Redeemer statue from the top of Corcovado. This small-group tour, led by a knowledgeable local guide, is limited to twelve participants.