Tours and Trips in Central and South America

Learn about the history of the African people in Brazil during this 8-hour anthropological tour in Salvador. Visit Pelourinho, the center of African history in Salvador, and peruse the Afro-Brazilian Museum. Continue to the Sao Joaquim Market, founded by enslaved Africans, now the largest open-air market in the city. Stop for lunch hosted by a family with 50 years of history in the Garcia community, a traditional bean stew. Travel to Rio Vermelho beach to see the altar in reverence to iemanjá, the African orixá from the sea. Round-trip transportation from Salvador hotels is included.

Stroll through history during a 2-hour walking tour of Plaza de Mayo in Buenos Aires. Learn about the square's important and tumultuous history through your guide's insightful commentary.

Explore UNESCO-listed fortifications, swashbuckling pirate history, and a Caribbean island on a full-day trip from Panama City to Portobelo that includes hotel pickup and drop-off, and transport by air-conditioned minibus. Make the most of your time in Panama by exploring the Caribbean coast as a day trip, with 3-hours of beach time before returning to Panama City.

Explore the top Inca sites in Cusco by bike during this 4-hour cycling adventure with a private guide. Get personalized attention as you pedal through the ancient streets of Cusco and the surrounding area, stopping to visit the Inca fortress of Sacsayhuaman, the one-time palace of Inca Huayna Capac (today the church of San Francisco) and the many caves and rock carvings at the Temple of the Moon. This bike-themed visit in Cusco also covers a private guide, cycling equipment, water and entrance fees.

Discover the one-of-a-kind environment of Lake Titicaca during this 2-day, 1-night private cultural tour of the lake's top sights. Explore the fascinating Uros Floating Islands, constructed entirely from native totora reeds, and take a ride in a totora reed canoe. You'll then visit Taquile Island, enjoying a lunch of local lake trout and doing some hiking before spending the night in one of the island's traditional huts. On day two you'll admire the sunrise over the lake before learning about the textile, ceramic and weaving traditions of Amantani Island. Your overnight Lake Titicaca adventure also includes a private guide, one day of locally-prepared meals, one night of accommodations and round-trip hotel transport.

Enjoy a 3-hour walking tour visiting some of  the highlights of Buenos Aires. Guide will reccomend what places to visit in the time you have: La Boca, San Telmo, 9 de Julio Avenue, the Obelisk and the Corrientes Av. We will enjoy the first underground in South America, the line A. We stop at Colon Theater one of the most famous opera houses in the world.

Combine culture with cuisine during a tour of Cusco's Pre-Colombian Art Museum, which includes a 3-course meal at the museum's restaurant. Alongside your guide, you'll admire the highlights of the museum's collection, which encompasses the ancient cultures of the Moche, Chimu, Nazca, and Chancay empires. Following the museum tour, you'll feast on a 3-course meal of Peruvian dishes accompanied by two non-alcoholic drinks. Hotel pickup and drop-off in Cusco are included.  

This private tour of Cajon del Maipo and Embalse el Yeso lets you walk to waterfalls, sip Chilean wines, and take in stunning Andes Mountain scenery in just one day. Admire views as your guide handles the drive across the Maipo Valley, stopping as often as you want to take photos or ask questions - a private tour means you can customize your itinerary. Details like a picnic breakfast and wine tasting bring effortless luxury to the day.

Swap city skyscrapers for scenic countryside on this full-day retreat to the Andes from Santiago. Journey through the dramatic landscapes of the Maipo valley, then embark on a 3 km walk along the Maipo River to reach the beautiful El Yeso Dam. After working up an appetite, tuck into a delicious picnic lunch by the waterfront before heading back to the capital.

Enjoy an alternative experience of Peru on a full-day trip to Pisaq's Potato Park (Parque de la Papa). From Cusco, you'll travel through six indigenous communities and see the beautiful Kinsaqocha lagoon. In Potato Park (Parque de la Papa), observe agricultural methods used to farm Peruvian potatoes, discover medicinal plants and delve into Peru's Inca history. For lunch, you'll enjoy lunch in a specialty restaurant: taste dishes inspired by hundreds of potato varieties and educate your palate to recognize the flavor of different potato types.

Explore Presidente Figueiredo, the 'Terra de Cachoeiras' (Land of Waterfalls) on this full-day trip from Manaus. During your drive to the small town of Presidente Figueiredo just north of Manaus, view the Amazon rainforest and learn about the native flora and fauna from your local guide. Discover the Sanctuary and Iracema waterfalls near the Urubui River, where you'll have time to swim and explore the area. Enjoy a traditional Brazilian lunch at a local restaurant. Round-trip transportation from Manaus hotels is included.

Enjoy two outdoor activities in one day on this 8-hour private combo tour from San Jose. With a naturalist guide, visit the Sarapiqui region of Costa Rica for both adventures - whitewater rafting and horseback riding. Lunch and private transportation are included.

Poás Volcano  and Doka Coffee State is one of the major attractions in the Central Valley region, one of the most visited national parks and coffee plantations, and a great day trip add-on for any Costa Rica vacation itinerary.

Discover all the different sides to Buenos Aires on one 3-hour city tour, including hotel pick-up. See the grand presidential buildings of Plaza de Mayo, the modern waterfront of Puerto Madero and the cobblestone alleyways of San Telmo. This tour also includes a visit to La Boca neighborhood. Visit the tomb of Argentina's beloved first lady, Evita, in Recoleta Cemetery, and admire the European-style mansions and parks of Palermo, the capital's most exclusive residential area.

Explore Belize's vibrant culture and fascinating history with a 4-hour private or small-group tour of Altun Ha and Belize City. Follow your guide through the ancient Maya city's towering pyramids as you learn the story behind this important site, and see the precious jade artifacts excavated from royal tombs. Return to the recent past in Belize City, and visit a pair of elegant colonial churches, a historic swing bridge and stately British homes that are a remarkable contrast with the city's colorful and bustling modern life. 

Escape the city for a 6-hour tour of the Tigre River Delta and San Isidro from Buenos Aires, including hotel pick-up and drop-off. Admire the cobblestone streets and grand mansions of San Isidro, then enjoy a cruise around the canals and islands of the idyllic Tigre Delta.

Discover Panama's rich history by rail on a full-day tour to Portobelo and Gatun Locks from Panama City. Board the iconic Trans-Isthmian Railway that links Panama's two coasts and explore the 17th-century fortifications at Portobelo. Hear stories of pirates and Spanish gold, learn the legend of Sir Francis Drake's final battle, then light a candle beside the revered Christ figure in a nearby church. Finish your day with a trip to the canal's most famous locks, where engineers held back the jungle with a towering earthen dam.

Add some extra fun to your tasting experience at the famous Concha y Toro Winery thanks to this 4-hour premium offering with higher-end wines and snacks. Tour the winery's beautifully-manicured grounds, including its 'Garden of Varieties' and 'Old Pirque' Vineyard. Then enjoy a tasting of three vintages followed by four additional premium samples accompanied with cheese.

Instead of just guessing from a wine list, learn how to select Argentinian wines like a connoisseur with a premium wine tasting in Buenos Aires. In the upscale Palermo Soho neighborhood, taste five wines representing Argentina's diverse regions, from Mendoza to Patagonia. A sommelier guide elaborates on each wine's origin and characteristics, while gourmet tapas are perfectly paired with each pour.

Enjoy Peru's amazing scenery and fascinating wildlife during this private overnight trip from Arequipa to Puno with a stay in a luxury lodge. Travel by private van to Yanque through the stunning landscape of the Pampa Cañahuas Reserve, spotting wildlife like alpacas, flamingoes and ibises, along with nearby volcanoes. Continue the next day through the Colca Canyon, stopping to admire giant Andean Condors at the Mirador Cruz del Condor before heading to Puno in the afternoon.