Tours and Trips in Central and South America

Pamper yourself in a volcanic spa rife with mineral-rich mud baths and hot springs on a private or small-group tour of Miravalles Volcano. Depart from Tamarindo for a 7-hour adventure in a tropical rain forest full of opportunities to swim, hike, and relax in Costa Rica's lush wilderness.

Immerse yourself in the world of tango on this 3.5-hour tour and enjoy a quintessential Buenos Aires experience. Start by enjoying an afternoon snack at the legendary Caf e de los Angelitos, following in the footsteps of tango icon Carlos Gardel, then learn the history of Argentina's famous dance at the Carlos Gardel Museum. Put on your dancing shoes for a fun 'milonga' tango class at the La Catedral Club.

Cover the highlights of Quito, including the Middle of the World (Mitad del Mundo), the Intiñan Museum, and the Pululahua Crater, on this double-decker bus tour. During the full day, you'll learn about the landmarks and popular attractions in Quito from your guide and enjoy VIP access to all of the attractions in the Middle of the World Complex.

Operation from August to May.Duration 9 hoursTrekking on the Ice: about 1.40 minutesWarning: this excursion, due to the degree of effort and difficulty that presents, is not advisable for the following people: greater of 60 years and minors of 10 years old, pregnant women, people with overweight or some type of disability.

Explore Panama City's lush wildlife refuge and best spot for panoramic views on this guided excursion. After a convenient hotel pickup, trek through Metropolitan Natural Park with a knowledgeable local guide and check out a variety of tropical plants and monkey, sloths, and other animals. Then head to Ancon Hill and capture memorable photos of Panama City's towering skyline.

Spend the day hiking around the Mindo Rainforest, replte with exoitc wildlife and verdant flora, on a full-day tour from Quito. Perfect for lovers of nature, this tour takes you to waterfalls and valleys of Mindo cloud forest, located in the shadow of the Pichincha Volcano. Visit a butterfly farm and hummingbird park, and opt to conquer a canopy adventure featuring hanging bridges and 10 ziplines at an additional cost. Lunch is included.

What better way is there to get to know a new place and sustainably get around than by bike? With Mindo BIking, you will be able to rent a bike for a day (from 8:30 am up to 6:00 pm) and take a cruise around the beautiful cloud forest and surrounding area.

Straddle two different hemispheres during this half-day visit to the equator at Ecuador's famous 'Mitad del Mundo' with a stop at Pululahua Geobotanical Reserve. Try out some unique physics experiments demonstrating the influence of the earth's poles at the Intiñan Museum, and see the on-site Ethnographic Museum chronicling the people of Ecuador. You'll also get a chance to admire the beautiful landscape of Pululahua Geobotanical Reserve during a brief stop. This trip includes a guide, Intiñan Museum entrance fees, round-trip hotel transport and optional upgrade for a private tour.

Visit the Miravalles Volcano region on a full-day tour from Playa Hermosa in Guanacaste. Experience the geothermal features of Miravalles, known as the 'Yellowstone of Costa Rica,' including picturesque steam vents, hot springs, and natural mud baths. Take in the scenic landscape, and treat yourself to a soak and 'mud facial' at the thermal pools. Your tour includes lunch, entrance fees, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Take part in one of Argentina's most cherished cultural traditions with a night of tango at two classic 'milongas,' or tango halls. The complex dance can be intimidating, but you'll gain confidence and learn basic steps with a 1-hour class. Then put your new moves into practice as you join locals and watch talented dancers at two atmospheric venues in the Palermo and San Telmo neighborhoods.

Journey to the top of Ancon Hill, the highest point in Panamá City, on this 3-hour guided tour. Learn about the history of the area from your local guide, including its past under U.S. jurisdiction and its role in the planning of the Panamá Canal. Visit Mi Pueblito, an area that displays typical clothing, homes and way of life. Stop at the Panamá Canal Administration Building to see where the country first received the Panamá Canal. All entrance fees and round-trip transportation from Panamá City hotels are included.

Journey to the Middle of the World on this memorable tour that stops at the Pululahua Crater, Intinan Museum and more. You'll learn about local customs and traditions from a friendly guide and capture panoramic city views of stunning Quito from atop Teleferico.

Discover the mysteries of the ancient Maya civilization on this full-day tour to the archeological site of Mixco Viejo, including hotel pick-up and round-trip transport from Antigua. Follow your guide around the vast Mayan ruins and learn how the city was once the capital of the Poqomam Maya kingdom as you marvel over temples, palaces and ball courts. After lunch (own expense), you'll enjoy free time to explore independently, before heading back to Antigua.

Discover Metropolitan Natural Park, Panama City's only wildlife refuge, during this 1.5- to 3-hour guided tour. Stroll down well-kept nature trails through the forest and learn about the history of the park from your guide. View over 250 bird, reptile and amphibian species, 45 species of mammals (including Geoffroy's Tamarin) and 280 different types of trees. Be sure to bring your camera for great photo ops. Entrance fees and round-trip transportation from central Panama City hotels are included.

Explore the Panama Canal with a tour of its Miraflores Visitor Center. Make use of a convenient hotel pickup (optional) and explore a museum dedicated to the history of this engineering marvel. Check out the center's four exhibition halls, stop by a theater for a film about its construction, relax with a delicious meal at Atlantic & Pacific Co. restaurant, and capture photos of its locks from the observation deck.  

Discover the distinctive beauty of Lima's Miraflores district on a 2-hour evening tour. At dusk, you'll explore the botanical expanse of Kennedy Park; absorb the romantic ambience of Parque del Amor (Love Park); and enrich your cultural knowledge at the Ricardo Palma Cultural Center. Gain an alternative perspective of the chic district from your guide, and enjoy the convenience of hotel pickup.

Pamper yourself in a volcanic spa rife with mineral-rich mud baths and hot springs on a private or small-group tour of Miravalles Volcano. Depart from the coast for a 7-hour adventure in a tropical rain forest full of opportunities to swim, hike, and relax in Costa Rica's lush wilderness.

Get your motor running and head out on the sandy roadways of Honduras during this 3-hour trip to the nearby Garifuna village of Miami. Pick between a Kawasaki KLR 650, Honda XR 600 R or Yamaha XT 125 for an adrenaline-fueled ride along the Caribbean coast. You'll eventually reach the Garifuna village of Miami, where you can chill on the beach, enjoy a typical meal or share some laughs with local residents. Your trip includes a guide, all necessary equipment and round-trip hotel transport to the ride start point.

This ziplinging tour in the Mindo Cloud Forest is a steal. One entrance ticket grants you access to a total of ten zipline cables ranging from 65 feet (20 meters) to 1,300 feet (400 meters), all of which criss-cross over the stunning cloud forest environment. This family-friendly activity includes a safety guide, instructions, and equipment, and it's suitable children ages six and up.

Visit two Ecuadorian attractions in one day on this 9-hour combo tour from Quito. First head to the 'Middle of the World,' or 'Mitad del Mundo' in Spanish, to learn a bit about local culture. Then take a horseback ride through the Pululahua Crater to discover its lush landscape, which makes it one of the only calderas in the world where inhabitants farm. Equipment and lunch are included.