Tours and Trips in Central and South America

Delve into Lima's museum culture on a private 4-hour tour of the Lima Art Museum and the Central Bank Museum. Ideal for lovers of art and history, this tour showcases two of Lima's top cultural institutions and includes convenient hotel pickup and drop-off. Browse artwork that encompasses Chimu, Nazca, Inca, and pre-Colombian cultures in the Lima Art Museum (Museo de Arte de Lima MALI), and trace the history of Peru's currency at the Central Bank Museum, all the while receiving undivided attention from your private guide.

Celebrate Medellin's creative culture on this half-day private sightseeing tour focusing on the city's burgeoning graffiti and art scene. Explore the work of artist Fernando Botero by visiting his 23 sculptures in Botero Plaza, and admire the colorful artwork of the muralists in Medellin's 'Comuna 13' neighborhood. You'll also take a walking tour of the city's historic downtown and enjoy a scenic cable car ride.

Get an insider's look at Bogotá's celebrated Gold Museum thanks to this 3-hour private tour including your admission fee. You'll take a personalized trip back in time while exploring the museum's collection of Pre-Columbian gold artifacts, pottery, and jewelry (one of the largest in the world), produced by the region's range of diverse indigenous cultures.

Visit the highlights of eclectic Buenos Aires on this city overview where you will explore the history, architecture, and culture of the city. Your personal tour guide will take you through the contrasting parts of the city teaching you everything you need to know. Starting the day in Plaza de Mayo, the main center of the city, you'll first learn about the city's rich history and tumultuous politics. Next, visit the luxury neighborhood of Recoleta  where you'll discover why Buenos Aires is called "the Paris of South America".  Learn about the people who shaped the city as you visit the world-renowned Recoleta Cemetery, where Eva Peron is buried, along with many other iconic Argentines. The guide will also take you to the bohemian neighborhood of La Boca, where Tango started. Finishing the day immersed in Argentine culture.

Get a true taste of Brazil during this 3-hour culinary tour with a local guide. Stroll through Sao Paulo's vibrant food markets, including a typical local market and the legendary Municipal Market of Sao Paulo. Learn about traditional Brazilian dishes and their secrets from your local guide as you stroll past stalls filled with the colorful, fragrant produce. Head to the market's Gourmet Lounge for an opportunity to sample tasty dishes, including lanche de mortadela (bologna sandwich), and discover the ingredients used in the preparation of feijoada.

Explore the idyllic Tigre Delta on a 4-hour tour from Buenos Aires, including private transport and the personalised attention of a private guide. Spend time visiting the provincial towns of San Isidro and Tigre, then hop aboard a private boat for 1-hour cruise around the canals and islands of the Parana river delta.

Save time on this 3-hour comprehensive private tour of Lima, which allows you to see all of the top landmarks and highlights with a private guide. Box lunch and round-trip transportation from your hotel in Lima included.

Join a private guide for a half-day tour of Lima highlights that include the historic center, a bustling food market, the hip Miraflores neighborhood, and elegant San Isidro. Between unofficial taxis and chaotic public transit, a first-time visit to Lima can be overwhelming, but traveling in the comfort and safety of a private vehicle ensures a worry-free sightseeing trip that begins and ends at your hotel.

Explore the ancient heart of the Inca empire and its later role as a Spanish colony during this half-day private exploration of Cusco. Check out key city sights including the main cathedral, Santo Domingo Monastery (once the site of the Inca temple Qorikancha) and the massive Incan stone fortress at Sacsayhuaman. During the course of your visit you'll receive personalized insight from your private guide and also have the chance to admire a range of Inca- and Spanish-style architecture. Your Cusco visit also covers a private vehicle and hotel pickup.

 Very close to Santiago we found this interesting mountain canyonWe will visit this valley located in the south side of Santiago city. This is a narrow canyon that gets 100 km into the mountains close to Argentina's border.On the way, we will first stop at the Maipo Valley "capital" for a local countryside breakfast close to the fireplace. After that a short walk to visit the city center, the old church, and the main square.We continue our way to the Embalse El Yeso, a beautiful mountain lagoon that was built to provide water to the city, very nice views and a short walk "El Mirador de los Vientos" an incredible viewpoint.We get back to the car an drive 15 minutes to a local place where we have an appetizer and lunch.After lunch we get back to Santiago.

Delve into the rich history of Colombia's capital on a half-day walking tour of Bogotá. Alongside a guide, you'll stroll the cobbled streets of La Candelaria - the historical heart of Bogotá - and absorb the vibrant atmosphere of Plaza de Bolivar. Gain unique insight in Bogotá's culture and heritage as you explore El Chorro de Quevedo downtown district and browse exhibits in XIX Centruy Museum and the Museum of July 20th. Round-trip transport from your Bogotá hotel is included on this tour.

Cusco is much more than just the gateway to Machu Picchu - it's also a UNESCO World Heritage city and home to some of the region's most impressive archeological sites. On this private half-day tour, discover the Inca fortress of Sacsayhauman, the ancient aqueduct of Tambomachay, and the Temple of the Sun at Qorikancha; visit the sacred temple of Qenqo; then admire the magnificent Cusco Cathedral on Plaza de Armas.

Explore La Chorrera Natural Park on this guided hiking trip from Bogotá. Located in the forest of the Andes mountains, the park features waterfalls and lush landscapes. The hike is suited for hikers with some experience and includes steep, slippery, and rocky slopes. At the end of the tour, head to the town of Choachí, where you'll be able to enjoy a local lunch (at your own expense).

Explore the eclectic mix of Rio de Janeiro's stunning beaches and a visit to its newest neighborhood, Barra da Tijuca. With your local guide, visit approximately 25 miles (40 kilometers) of beaches unknown to tourists such as Joatinga and Reserva. Travel to various lookout points such as Mirante do Leblon and ÃƒÂrea do Joá. Finish your 5-hour exploration with views over Ipanema beach before being returned to your hotel.

Step into the worlds of Jorge Luis Borges, Julio Cortázar and Ernesto Sábato and discover the creative heart of Buenos Aires on this 3-hour private literary tour. Learn about Buenos Aires' unique literary heritage as you visit the writers' former homes, the locations that inspired famous novels and the caf es and bohemian hangouts where poets and writers would meet.

With Incan ruins and Spanish colonial architecture sitting side by side, Cusco ranks among Peru's must-see cities. On this private tour, explore Cusco and the surrounding countryside with your guide, and explore top attractions including 17th-century Cusco Cathedral, Sacsayhuaman, and the Temple of Qoriqancha. Hear the hidden secrets behind Cusco's beautiful buildings, and learn of the power struggles between indigenous and colonial forces across Cusco and beyond.

Visit the beautiful El Cajas National Park on a private half-day hiking adventure. Discover the beautiful flora and fauna of Ecuador with your informative guide pointing out many specimens during the hike. Reach heights of 3,000 meters while hiking the rugged terrain and observe the native wildlife that live in this region such as wild llamas, tigrillos, and perhaps even a puma.

Tick off more Cusco attractions in less time on a private, half-day city tour, designed with history buffs in mind. With a private guide, you'll visit ancient Inca archeological sites such as Sacsayhuaman and Tambomachay; explore the Historic Center of Cusco, a UNESCO World Heritage Site; and admire landmarks such as Cusco La Catedral and the Convent of Santo Domingo. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Visit Bogota's Gold Museum on an affordable private tour. After a convenient hotel pickup, travel with your personal driver-guide to the museum - the largest of its kind - where you'll take a walking tour. Learn about the significance of gold in indigenous culture and the see examples of pre-Columbian jewelry. Then, take a cable car to Cerro de Monserrate and the Señor Caído Sanctuary for a spectacular view of the city.

The Maipo Valley is one of Chile's most renowned wine regions and this private half-day tour from Santiago takes you behind the scenes of one of its most prestigious wineries. Visit the De Martino winery, learn the secrets of organic winemaking, and enjoy an expert-led wine tasting. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included.