Tours and Trips in Central and South America

Explore Lima by bike on a 2.5-hour, off-the-beaten track cycle tour from Miraflores. Ideal for active travelers, this bike tour covers top Lima attractions - including the pre-Inca ruins of Huaca Pucllana, El Malecon, and the Bridge of Sighs - and hidden gems in the bohemian neighborhood of Barranco. This small-group tour, limited to six people, has a morning and afternoon departure time.

Peru's Sacred Valley lies in the Andean Highlands - a landscape of rugged mountains, open plains, and soaring cliffs - and reaching the remote sites is a challenge. Choose a morning or afternoon half-day safari, and tackle the rough ground by powerful all-terrain quad bike. With your guide to lean the way, reach historic sites including Moray and Maras with ease, enjoy sweeping views across the Peruvian countryside, and learn of life here under Incan rule.

Discover Panama's indigenous heritage and traditions on a 6-hour tour to an Emberá village from Panama City. Learn the proud, pre-Colombian history of the Emberá Indians as you travel upriver in a traditional dugout, experience an Emberá greeting by the local chief, and meet local artisans and artists. Experience a side of Panamanian life that's hidden deep in the jungle of Chagres National Park.

Experience the idyllic splendor of Playa Blanca and Barú with a full-day package that combines round-trip transport from Cartagena and lunch. After a short drive from Cartagena, you'll arrive on the pristine sands of Playa Blanca and recline in a hammock or sun lounger at a local hotel. Refresh with a dip in the crystal clear waters of the Caribbean Sea and then revitalize with lunch and a soft drink around midday. Your day will conclude with drop-off back in Cartagena.

Take in the beautiful surroundings of Bariloche on this full-day or half-day coach tour with your choice of morning or afternoon departure. Drive along Nahuel Huapi Lake, stopping at multiple scenic viewpoints where you can snap photos of the surrounding alpine scenery. You'll experience the breathtaking natural highlights of the Lakes District, as well as architect Alejandro Bustillo's masterpieces, with commentary from your guide.

Skip the fancy tour bus and get a little dirty while visiting Peru thanks to this full-day ATV quad bike trip to the archaeological sites of Maras and Moray. Learn about the Incas' incredible building skills as you take a rough-and-tumble ride aboard your all-terrain vehicle, passing through small towns as you go.

Take a complete tour of the Gardens of Paradise region surrounding Bariloche on a 10-hour tour of the Circuito Grande in a comfortable minivan. Gain insider perspective on the area's natural and cultural highlights during a fully narrated trip, and get a comprehensive overview of the region's attractions.

Explore Tamarindo's beaches and dry forest on an off-road ATV tour with river crossings, mountain views and stunning tropical scenery. Learn to maneuver your vehicle, then follow your guide along a rugged 2-hour circuit. Take in the sights and sounds of the Costa Rican forest, watch for birds and monkeys as you steer beneath coastal trees, and ride the back roads and byways of the gold coast.

Explore the iconic area of Bartolome Island on a full-day tour from Puerto Ayora. This volcanic island is rich in biodiversity both on land and underwater. Take in the beautiful landscapes from the viewpoint at the top of the island and discover the abundant marine life with a snorkeling excursion. Enjoy a boxed lunch and listen to informative commentary from your guide throughout the day.

Hit the slopes for a beginners ski lesson at Bariloche's Cerro Catedral ski resort - ideal for first-time skiers. With a small group you'll enjoy individual attention from your expert instructor and be zooming down the piste in no time. Once you've got a taste for it, you can purchase a ski pass and spend the rest of the day on the slopes.

Explore popular sites of the Sacred Valley with an ATV quad bike tour. Head from Cusco to the village of Cruzpata by bus and then take off on your ATV to visit Moray and Maras on this 6-hour journey. Learn about the agricultural terraces of Moray and the ancient Inca salt mines of Maras that are still in use today with informative commentary from your guide.

This quick off-road ATV tour is a great way to away from the crowds and onto the open road without investing a full day to the excursion. Get a taste of what the Guanacaste region is like off the beaten track as your guide leads you through tropical forests and to beautiful vista points. High-quality ATVs ensure that the ride goes smoothly the whole way through.

Get the best of city and country in a single day on this 8-hour private tour from Medellín. Cross major attractions off your sightseeing list before heading to the country for an all-terrain vehicle adventure with views of the city and mountains beyond.

Get a firsthand look at how Peruvian textiles are made with a visit to the Awana Kancha textile center on this half-day tour from Cusco. Begin with a tour of Cusco's top attractions with a guide, including stops at the Temple of the Sun and the impressive Cathedral in the city's main Square. Then learn how the furs of llamas and guanacos are transformed into stunning handcrafted works at the Awana Kancha textile center. Your tour will conclude with drop-off back at your Cusco hotel.

Hop on an ATV to tour the Sacred Valley's most popular sites. Check out the Maras salt evaporation mines that have been in use since Inca times and the archaeological site of Moray which were once experimental agricultural terraces. Enjoy a unique way of visiting the Sacred Valley on this off-roading experience with an experienced instructor and all necessary equipment included.

Explore the frozen enchantment of the Balmaceda and Serrano glaciers on an exhilarating full-day tour from Puerto Natales. Absorb the surreal beauty of the Patagonian landscape on an elegant sea vessel, sipping premium whiskey as you admire spectacular natural scenery. See powerful waterfalls, splintering snow-capped peaks, swooping cormorants and colossal sea elephants as you cruise. Hike through the rugged splendor of Bernando O'Higgins National Park with a knowledgeable guide, then refuel with a flavorsome and fulfilling Magellanic lunch at a rustic ranch. Upgrade to enjoy the convenience of round-trip hotel transportation.

Don't let limited time in Lima stop you visiting further afield, tick off more of Peru's natural wonders in less time on a full-day tour from Lima. In just one day, you'll visit the Ballestas Islands and observe sea lions, seals, and penguins on a cruise, and explore the sand dunes of Huacachina, home to a vivid green oasis, during a sand-boarding experience. Plus, sample wines and pisco in the vineyards of Ica. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Follow Charles Darwin's sailing route through the Beagle Channel on this 2.5-hour catamaran trip out of Ushuaia. Check out Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse and some shipwreck ruins before experiencing the deafening din of large colonies of sea lions barking on Sea Wolves Island. Visit the End of the World Museum, view Ushuaia's defunct prison and see Olivia and Cinco Hermanos (Five Brothers) mountains. Visit Bird Island to view the varied avian population of this region and hear knowledgable commentary from your guide.

The Insular area of Cartagena, Baru Island is a paradisiacal environment composed of more than 25 diving spots; all of them surrounded by a great variety of hard and soft corals sponges and reef inhabitants where you can immerse yourself and discover the lost treasures of this Caribbean jewel with a certified PADI instructor. Get away from the demanding city life and take a experiences filled with goodness of nature

Explore the amazing ecosystems of Peru's Ballestas Islands and Paracas National Reserve during this 15-hour small group day trip from Lima. Scout for sea lions, tiny penguins, and a range of bird life during a visit to the Ballestas. Then head to the isolated Paracas Reserve, where you'll discover the impressive landscapes of one of the driest spots on earth.