Tours and Trips in Central and South America

Set out on a half-day sightseeing tour of lovely Santa Marta. This city tour takes place aboard a coach bus and includes stops at some of Santa Marta's top sights and attractions. Enjoy a guided tour of La Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino and its gardens, see monuments to famous Colombians like soccer player Carlos Valderrama, and enjoy a trip outside the city to Taganga, a fishing village with a prime costal location. Along the way you'll learn some local history, including the story of former Colombian leader Simón Bolívar. 

Explore one of the largest Mayan complexes in northern Guatemala on this Yaxha day tour from Flores. Your friendly local guide will lead you through the impressive landmarks of this historicl site, and take you up close to ancient temples, pyramids and old world ruins. Learn about pre-Columbian Mayan culture as you take in the beauty of this popular destination that overlooks the Sacnab and Yaxha lakes. Your day-trip includes a savory traditional Guatemalan lunch and round-trip transportation from your hotel in Flores or Santa Elena Peten, or pick up and drop off from Mundo Maya International Airport. This small group experience is capped at 20 people to insure personalized attention.

Explore Barra da Tijuca and Coroa Island on this exciting jet ski tour in Rio de Janeiro. Meet your guide at the hotel and travel to Barra da Tijuca to begin your excursion. Hit the open water with your guide for this exciting adventure on the Atlantic Ocean. Guests must be at least 18 years old and have basic jet ski experience to partake in the tour.

Adjacent to the ocean, between two rivers, Paraty is at an average altitude of only five meters. Our 4 day tour in Paraty encompasses many activities!Brief ItineraryDay 0 - Transfer Rio de Janeiro x ParatyDay 1 - Paraty City TourDay 2 - Caiçara TourDay 3 - Boat Tour in ParatyDay 4 - Jeep Tour Serra da BocainaDay 5 - Transfer Paraty x Rio de Janeiro

Experience a close encounter with Guatemala's wildlife on this 4-hour back-to-nature tour from Flores. Spend time exploring the lush surrounds of the Peten Itza lake, one of the largest in Guatemala, then take in the views from the Mirador Canek lookout. After a stop in San Miguel village, take a closer peek at the country's wildlife at the Petencito Zoo, where the many animal residents include jaguars, crocodiles, spider monkeys and ocelots.

Explore the Iguassu Falls region on this full-day tour of the areas surrounding Puerto Iguazú. Visit the San Ignacio Mission, a Jesuit effort to spread Christianity in Argentina during the 17th century. Discover glimmering crystals in the nearby Wanda Mines and learn how they are formed during this visit to the Missiones province of Argentina. Hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Learn about Patagonia's people and history on a guided tour of El Calafate. Explore the city's historic center on foot, stop at a local orchard for a lesson in cultivating fruit, and use the binoculars your guide provides to dabble in a bit of bird-watching. The tour also includes coach or minivan transport to and from your hotel.

Journey back to ancient times on this 4-hour tour of the Pukara de Quitor archaeological site, including hotel pick-up and round-trip transport from San Pedro de Atacama. Learn the fascinating history of the indigenous Atacama People, as you explore the once-mighty fortress of Pukara and visit Tulor village, the Atacama's first desert town, dating back over 2,800 years.

Option 1: Panoramic Tour (walk through Valle Nevado, El Colorado and Farellones), change without additional cost. Includes: transportation to and from the hotel; driver and/or bilingual Spanish-English guide; visit to Valle Nevado, Farellones, El Colorado. Option2: Beginner Tour (walk through Valle Nevado and Farellones + 3 hours of skiing in La Parva) additional cost CLP $ 49,000 p/p. Includes: transportation to and from the hotel; driver and / or bilingual Spanish-English guide; visit to Valle Nevado, Farellones and La Parva; Ski or snowboard equipment, ticket for beginner slopes in La Parva.Option3: Ski day with lessons in La Parva additional cost CLP $ 49,000 p/p Includes: transportation to and from the hotel; group ski lessons, ski or snowboard equipment, ticket for beginner tracks. Option4: Ski day for skiers in the Colorado or in the Parva additional cost CLP $ 55,000 p / p. Includes: transportation to and from the hotel; ski or snowboard equipment, ticket for all tracks.

Get a taste for Lima's world-class food scene during this 4.5-hour private cooking and gastronomy class. Learn about the historic and cultural origins of Peruvian cuisine as you shop for ingredients at the Lima market. Then learn to prepare one appetizer, a main course, and the country's famous Pisco Sour cocktail with the help of a chef and local family. All ingredients, your cooking lesson and your meal are included.

Combine two fascinating historic sites into one full-day tour from Puerto Iguazú. Explore the UNESCO-listed ruins of San Ignacio Miní, Argentina's best-preserved Jesuit mission, and see the 17th-century houses, town hall and cemetery. Next, venture underground to discover the Wanda Mines, where precious stones like turquoise, amethyst and rock crystal are mined.

Explore Arequipa many historical sights and attractions on a 3.5-hour sightseeing tour of the city. A knowedgable and expert guide will take you via air-conditioned coah to spectacular viewpoints like the Mirador de Yanahuara, and lead you through some of Arequipa's most exquisite colonial districts"”including Yanaahuara and St Lazarus. You'll also visit the Monastery of St Catherine, which was closed to the public for almost 400 hundreds years.

Visit Pipa, one of Brazil's top ten most beautiful beaches, on this full-day excursion from Natal. Explore the chain of coves that lines this portion of the coast and the Atlantic Rainforest. Enjoy views from the area's seaside cliffs, as well as a stop at Cacimbinhas Beach. Visit the village of Pipa for free time to shop and swim in the tranquil waters. Round-trip transportation from Natal is included.

Enjoy a day of art and culture in Buenos Aires with admission to the MALBA museum. Explore Latin American art from the early 20th Century through the present. You'll see works by internationally acclaimed artists and discover those by lesser-known local talent. Come away from your visit with a deeper appreciation for the diversity of thought and creative expression in contemporary Latin America.

Discover what makes Mendoza so charming during a 3-hour sightseeing tour of the city, situated at the foot of the Andes mountains. Visit major landmarks, plazas and stadiums such as Alameda and General San Martin Park, and enjoy Mendoza's natural beauty and interesting architecture. This morning tour, led by a knowledgeable guide, includes hotel pickup and drop-off by coach.

Visit Trujillo's most significant archeological site on a cultural full-day tour of the area's most atmospheric and astounding ruins. Explore the sacred structures of the Temples of Moche; feast upon local specialties in the coastal town of Huanchaco; and discover South America's biggest ancient city at the UNESCO World Heritage site of Chan Chan. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, enrich your historical knowledge of the region on this exciting archeological excursion.

Immerse yourself in the culture and history of Itajaí and Balneário Camboriú during a 5-hour private tour. With your dedicated guide, visit the The Historical Center, an example of Brazilian colonial style, and the beautiful Mother Church of the Blessed Sacrament in Itajaí. Continue to Balneário Camboriú and take a stroll down Atlantic Avenue for views of the bay and Goat Island. Hop on a city cable car to transfer to Central Beach to Laranjeiras Beach for some relaxation and lunch on the coast. Enjoy the personal attention and flexibility of a private tour.

Explore Cali in the ambient light of evening on a private 3-hour panoramic tour including dinner. From the bohemian San Antonio neighborhood, you'll capture glittering city-lit panoramas as you listen to history-rich commentary from your guide. Delve into the vibrant nightlife scene of Sixth Avenue; inhale enticing aromas in the gastronomic district, Granada; and absorb beautiful views from Sebastián de Belalcázar hilltop. For dinner, choose between a seafood feast or rustic local cuisine "” both accompanied by a beverage "” and enjoy the convenience of round-trip transport from your Cali hotel.

Set out from Trujillo on a few-hour tour combining incredible archaeological sites with a trip to a popular beachside village. Your adventure begins with a visit to the Temple of the Dragon, known for its amazingly detailed friezes. Then spend some time exploring Chan Chan, the one-time capital of Peru's Chimú civilization. An expert guide provides details on the history and significance of this intriguing site along the way. Your final stop is Huanchaco, a coastal town known for its caballitos de totora, or fishing boats.

Embark on a nearly 4-hour guided tour of Arequipa's vast colonial sites, including the Franciscan Recoleta Convent and the city's Vallecito, St Lazarus and Cayma districts. This private sightseeing excursion delves into Arequipa's intriguing colonial past and showcases some of its best known colonial attractions. Visit the Casa del Moral, an 18th century home filled with colonial paintings, and take in spectacular views of Arequipa from the Carmen Alto viewpoint, which overlooks the city.