Day Trips & Excursions

Journey to the majestic Quilotoa lagoon, exploring local Andean communities on the way, during this 10-hour day trip from Quito. Discover Ecuador like a local as you visit a range of indigenous communities en route to this famous lagoon. Depending on the day you might visit a local market or sit down and chat with a local Andean family. Then enjoy a 2-hour hiking trek to Quilotoa, eventually reaching the stunning body of water inside the crater of this now-dormant volcano. Your trip also includes a guide, lunch and round-trip transport from Quito.

Discover the unusual landscape of Quebrada de Humahuaca on this 12-hour excursion from Salta. Travel along an ancient Incan route through multicolored canyons to this gorge, a UNESCO World Heritage Centre. Stop at small indigenous villages like Humahuaca, Purmamarca and Tilcara to view historical adobe churches and ruins. Visit San Salvador de Jujuy, a small city situated among the wooded lowlands, before returning to Salta on Route 9.

Discover top attractions in French Canada on this 12-hour Quebec City day tour from Montreal. Leave Montreal behind and travel with your guide to Quebec City, one of North America's oldest settlements. Take in panoramic views over the dramatic skyline from the Capital Observatory. Enjoy free time to explore the Old Town at your leisure and gain insight into the vibrant culture, heritage and politics that make Quebec City tick. Traverse suspension bridges across the mighty Grand Canyon and marvel at the turbulent power of Saint Anne Falls.

Journey to the beautiful Quilotoa volcano, driving through stunning mountain scenery and stopping to visit local Andean communities, during this 9-hour day trip. Travel along the spectacular 'Avenue of Volcanoes' passing beneath its towering peaks, eventually stopping at a village of the Paramos community, where you'll explore a local home and learn about their daily life. Finish your day with a trip to the lagoon inside Quilotoa volcano and a mule-riding adventure near its beautiful crater. This Quilotoa day trip includes a guide, entrance fees, round-trip hotel transport and an optional lunch upgrade.

Swap Queenstown for Aoraki/Mt Cook on a one-way coach tour through the spectacular South Island countryside. The 4.5-hour journey north passes lush farmland and follows the winding Kawarau Gorge to Central Otago then over Lindis Pass and into the Mackenzie Basin. You'll skirt the shores of Lake Pukaki where you can set eyes upon Mt Cook, New Zealand's tallest mountain. Opt for a three-course lunch at the Hermitage Hotel in Mount Cook Village before hotel drop-off.

Check off the Moroccan capital's key sights on this day trip to Rabat from Casablanca. With a driver-guide, you'll see the Mausoleum of Mohammed V, Hassan Tower and the UNESCO-listed Kasbah of the Udayas. Visit, too, the maze-like streets of the Old Medina of Rabat, perhaps the city's biggest drawcard, and gain cultural, historical and religious insights into the capital's past. Numbers are limited to just 18 people, ensuring a small-group experience.

This popular private tour hits all of Quito's top attractions. Follow your expert local guide through the capital city's historic district, stand on the equator and ride on the highest gondola in South America. This full-day experience is perfect for travelers who want to gain insight and understanding into the history and culture of Quito.

Experience three exhilarating activities in one day at Mystic Mountain in Ocho Rios. Ride a chairlift to the mountain peak, speed through the tropical rain forest on a bobsled, and soar above the treetops on series of five zipline runs. Then take your pick from other activities such as a waterslide with an infinity pool, hummingbird and butterfly gardens, and a nature trail.

Journey to the heart of the jungle and explore the UNESCO-listed rainforests of Northern Queensland on this full-day tour from Cairns. Pose for photos beside the gigantic Curtain Fig trees; marvel over the steaming pools of the Crater Lakes and tuck into an indulgent Devonshire Tea overlooking Lake Barrine. Then, look out for tree kangaroos as you hike to Ellinjaa and Zilliee Falls; cool off with a dip by Millaa Millaa Falls.

Get amazing views of Jamaica's rain forest and north coast with a ride on the Sky Explorer chairlift at Mystic Mountain. Glide through the forest canopy to reach the top of the mountain for a panoramic perspective on the Ocho Rios port, Caribbean, and coastal mountains. Extend the fun with included admission to other Mystic Mountain attractions like a lookout tower, butterfly and hummingbird gardens, and a waterside that splashes into an infinity pool.

Experience the wonder of the Jamaican rain forest during a thrilling ride on Mystic Mountain's signature attraction - Bobsled Jamaica - a gravity-driven bobsled inspired by the famous Jamaican Olympic bobsled team. Plus, soak up fantastic views of Ocho Rios and the Caribbean Sea during a chairlift ride up the mountain, and then take your pick from other activities such as a nature trail and a butterfly garden.

Set out in search of Malaysia's native Rafflesia flowers, a magnificent rare flower that can measure up to 1-meter long, on this full-day tour to Gunung Gading National Park from Kuching. Enjoy a brisk hike along rainforest trails, passing wild waterfalls and exotic birds, then stop to enjoy a packed lunch (included) in the heart of the jungle. Make sure you keep your camera to hand - the Rafflesia is the world's largest flower and it's a prime opportunity for budding wildlife photographers.

Take a narrated coach tour from Queenstown to Christchurch, driving across the Canterbury Plains of the South Island. View the rugged mountain and farmland terrain of Otago as you cross Lindis Pass to Mt Cook Village, located at the base of New Zealand's highest mountain. You'll make several stops, including a church at Lake Tekapo, before arrival at your destination. Opt for an included 3-course buffet lunch at the Hermitage Hotel. If you'd like, take a helicopter or skiplane flight (own expense).

Get a sense for the architecture, history and culture of Quito during this 9-hour trip visiting the city's top sights. Start with an exploration of the historic city center of this Ecuadorian capital, visiting its main Basilica, Independence Plaza and many more colonial-era sites. Then take a trip aboard the Telef erico to a peak more than 13,000 feet (4,000 meters) above the city for sublime views, finishing your day at 'Mitad del Mundo,' a monument marking where the earth's equator splits the world into north and south. This Quito city trip includes entrance fees at select attractions, a guide and round-trip hotel transport.

Experience the highlights of Ras Al Khaimah, the northernmost emirate of the United Arab Emirates. Drive to Al Marjan Island, a man-made island enclosed by mountains, while your professional tour guide explains the history of the city along the way. Visit Al Hamra Village, an abandoned fishing village, an old military fort, and RAK Heritage Mohammed Bin Salim Mosque. Finally, visit the Old Souk where you can purchase a variety of souvenirs and unique items.

Experience the incredible geography and scenery of Ecuador during this full-day trip covering Pululahua National Park and the country's 'Middle of the World' equator monument. Start your excursion by straddling both the north and south hemispheres at the 'Mitad del Mundo' site marking the earth's equator. Then head to Pululahua, a geo-botanical reserve inside a dormant volcano where you can observe more than 50 species of exotic plants and more than 20 different types of animals. This trip also covers a guide, activities, entrance fees, bottled water, round-trip hotel transport and an optional lunch.

Explore Quer etaro for the day without the hassle of renting a car on this 12-hour trip from Mexico City. Take a walking tour of the city center and learn about the colonial town's rich history. Round-trip transportation from Mexico City hotels included.

Keep your camera to hand as you journey through the startling landscapes of the Rainbow Valley on this 4-hour morning excursion from San Pedro de Atacama. Learn about the unique geology and mineral-rich rocks of the Domeyko Mountains that give the valley its name, as you weave your way though the multi-colored rock formations. Next, take a peek at the pre-Columbian ruins of Hierbas Buenas, famed for its ancient petroglyphs, then visit the handicrafts village of Rio Grande.

Here's your chance to be a KULA Park Ranger for a day! Time to get your uniform on and come help us care for some of Fiji's most rare species.

Don't let limited time in Ecuador stop you visiting the majestic Quilotoa Lagoon, an emerald crater lake surrounded by mountain landscapes. Reach the natural wonder the easy way on this full-day tour from Quito, ideal for nature lovers. Stop at a traditional craft market before arriving in Quilotoa National Park and opting to hike or ride a mule (own expense) to the rim of the dormant volcano. Lunch and transfers are included.