Tours and Trips in Central and South America

Explore the best of Rio de Janeiro on this 6-hour tour. Visit the famous Christ the Redeemer  and the Selaron Stairs as well as a few farmer's markets to learn about the fresh produce that is native to Brazil. Stop at the Botanic Garden and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere in this otherwise bustling city. Keep an eye out for wildlife such as toucans, marmosets, and other small animals.

Discover the UNESCO-listed Tijuca National Rainforest and famous Christ the Redeemer Statues on a 6-hour hiking tour. Start the moderate hike at Parque Lage, at the base of Corcovado Mountain, with your guide and a small group of 15 guests or less. Take in the aerial views from the top of the mountain and look out for local wildlife along the way.

Support sustainable tourism with this eco-adventure to the Cinco Ceibas Rainforest Reserve and Adventure Park. On this full-day trip from San Jose, get an up-close peek at toucans, bats, red-eyed frogs and howler monkeys with a trek across an elevated jungle boardwalk. Create your own adventure with the choice of kayaking down the Rio Cuarto, horseback riding along a river trail or a exploring the reserve in an ox-pulled wagon. A locally sourced lunch, snacks and round-trip transport from San Jose are included.

Visit a lush primary rainforest with a full-day tour of Cinco Ceibas from San Jose, and experience one of Costa Rica's most remarkable landscapes. Meet an air-conditioned bus at your San Jose hotel, then watch for brilliant birds and blooming plants as you stroll a boardwalk through the heart of the jungle. Enjoy lunch at the reserve before spending an afternoon exploring; ride a horse along the forest's edge, paddle a kayak down the Rio Cuarto or take an educational tour of the property in a traditional oxcart.

The stunning scenery surrounding Bariloche is one of the area's biggest appeals, and this tour lets you see its top natural attractions in just one day. Drive along the banks of Nahuel Huapi Lake, visit the traditional farms in Colonia Suiza, sail to the Quetrihue Peninsula, and more, stopping at numerous vista points along the way. This full-day tour includes all of the transportation and information you need for an insightful, hassle-free trip.

The once-hidden city of Choquequirao is widely considered among the most significant ancient settlements in Peru's Incan history, but the site lies far from the reach of bustling Cusco. This 4-day guided trek includes round-trip travel from your Cusco hotel, tented accommodation, meals, and park entrance fees. With all the logistics comprehensively covered, you're free to relax and enjoy one of South America's most rewarding hikes.

Standing at the base of the art deco Christ the Redeemer statue atop Corcovado Hill ranks among the world's most iconic travel experiences. Skip the hassle of public transportation and the time standing in line at the visitors center with this tour into Tijuca National Park. With a flexible ticket, you can visit the statue at a time that's most convenient for you.

A hands-on activity fit for the whole family, this chocolate making workshop in Lima teaches you to make your own chocolate from bean to bar. Learn how to roast cocoa beans, remove the husk, grind the nibs, and finally refine the cocoa paste - and of course, taste plenty of chocolate along the way. This tour is located right on Lima's main square, making it an easy addition to an afternoon in the city.

Get a glimpse behind the scenes of Carnival during this tour of Cidade do Samba. On this outing, follow your guide on a tour of the Acadêmicos do Grande Rio's warehouse, one of Rio's top samba schools, where they store their outrageous costumes and grandiose parade floats. Toast to your insider's experience with a traditional caipirinha while you learn about the history and culture of the Carnival in Brazil. Brave visitors can even try on a few feathered costumes. Round-trip transportation from central Rio hotels is included.

Get to know Cinco Ceibas National Reserve during this day tour from Puerto Viejo of Sarapiqui. Embark on a walk through the rain forest on an elevated boardwalk, learning about reforestation efforts from your guide. Choose to participate in a variety of activities, including an ox cart tour, horseback riding tour or kayaking. Round-trip transportation from Puerto Viejo of Sarapiqui hotels is included.

Combine three of Rio's top attractions on this flexible-length visit to the famous Christ the Redeemer statue and the Selaron Steps, plus an optional trip to Sugarloaf Mountain. Enjoy the panoramic city views from the platform of Rio's most iconic statue, then pass through historic Santa Teresa to visit the ceramic-clad Selaron Steps. Finish with an optional cable car ride up Sugarloaf.

This guided tour from Bariloche combines the popular Short Circuit tour with a trip to Cerro Catedral, one of the largest ski resorts in the Southern Hemisphere. Complete the Short Circuit with a guide for a chance to see some of the area's stunning natural scenery, including Nahuel Huapi Lake, the Llao Llao Peninsula, and Lopez Bay, and then head to Cerro Catedral for amazing views, shopping, dining, and outdoor entertainment.

Explore the ancient Inca cities of Choquequirao and Machu Picchu on a 5-day trek along a trail built by the Inca. A much less crowded alternative to the popular Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, this remote hike gives you the chance to camp beside the Choquequirao ruins, do sunrise yoga in the archeological site, and see some of Peru's pristine nature before taking in the magnificent Machu Picchu.

If you've ever been to Cartagena you've probably noticed the bright, colourfully painted buses blaring Latin music. It is full of people who look like the are having a great time driving around the city. If it's your first time visiting the beautiful Fantastica (Cartagena), you will know what buses we are talking about upon arrival. The Chiva tours are iconic to Cartagena and you haven't really visited Cartagena without stepping on board and experiencing a Chiva. The Colorful Chiva bus will carry you and your fellow travelers throughout the streets of Cartagena. Introducing you to everything in our city that's needed to be seen, and meanwhile you'll have a lot of fun!.

Machu Picchu might be the star attraction of Cusco, but there's so much more to see in the Sacred Valley. This private full-day tour from Cusco visits the Andean market town of Chinchero, the Inca ruins of Moray, and the Maras Salt Mines. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included.

Cinco Ceibas Combo Tour 3 in 1Includes 3 activities.Round Trip Transportation from Centrally hotels in San JoseGuide: A trained guide will take you on a trip of a life timeElevated Trail: Enjoy an easy one mile stroll among Costa Rica largest trees in a private reserve through primary rainforestKayak: Leisurely paddle down the Rio Cuarto . Enjoy the splendor of birds and trees.Horseback Riding: Spectacular views of distant mountains and volcanosLunch is optional.We recommend : light clothing , closed toes shoes.Departure time: 6:30 am at centrally San Jose Hotels.Drop off: same pick up placeDuration: 12.00 hrs.

This trek includes visits to two very important archaeological Inca sites and is also one of the last unexplored routes. Nowadays there are more people exploring it, more often for the landscapes, hot springs and the close contact with the Andean settlers.

Discover some of the 850 birds that thrive in Cinco Ceibas Rainforest Reserve on 1.5-hour bird watching tour from San Jose. Spot species that include green macaw and lineated woodpecker, and watch for roadside hawks, green herons, trogons and motmots. Enjoy your choice for four optional tour additions and explore the reserve by kayak, horse or oxen-drawn wagon.

Save money with this cheap option, suitable for you.  Meet one of the most representative icons of Rio de Janeiro, Corcovado (Christ the Redeemer). Enjoy this spectacular view to take stunning photographs from the top of Corcovado Mountain.

Summit both Corcovado and Sugar Loaf mountains in the early morning to beat the crowds on this 5-hour tour in Rio de Janeiro. After bright and early pickup from your Rio hotel, travel through the Tijuca National Forest to get up close with the Christ the Redeemer statue without throngs of people around. After learning about its history from your local guide, move on to Sugar Loaf Mountain for spectacular views of the sprawling city, slowly waking up in the morning light. During your journey, pass several other landmarks such as Palácio Guanabara, Largo do Boticário and Casa dos Abacaxis.