South America Tours
- Galapagos (Ecuador)
- Salt Flats (Bolivia)
- Machu Picchu (Peru)
- Angel Falls (Venezula)
- Amazon Jungle (Peru)
- Rio de Janeiro (Brazil)
- Iguassu Falls (Brazil/Argentina)
- Torres del Paine National Park (Chile)
Variety is the spice of life and a key ingredient to the art of travel. South America offers more variety of culture, wildlife, adventure and natural beauty than any other continent. This liveliness and diversity are evident as soon as you arrive. In South America friendly people welcome you into their lives, happily sharing their culture, their food and even their homes. Once you start to explore this part of the world you quickly realize it holds many of the most intriguing and beautiful destinations on earth. On a South America adventure one arrives with a sense of wonder, and returns home with a newfound respect for the great diversity of this part of the world.
The Inca Trail (SPIT)
One of our most popular trips in the region for those looking to combine the cultural highlights of the Sacred Valley with the challenge of one of the world’s best known hikes. The 4-day Inca Trail trek will reward you with a stunning combination of the region’s ruins, mountainscapes and cloud forests. Because we run our own treks, we can ensure the fair treatment of our porters and the quality of food and equipment so that you’re free to enjoy the beauty of the region.
Highlights: Exploring ruins and haggling at local markets in the Sacred Valley, conquering the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu.
The Inca Journey (SPIJ)
This tour will introduce you to the best of Peru, from ruins high in the Andes to wildlife deep in the Amazon. Embrace cultures past and present in Cuzco before travelling by rail to Machu Picchu. With years of experience, we directly employ the finest guides so that you'll see the best of the region. And, with no hiking, you’ll have lots of time to explore ruins, museums and markets. Following your visit to the Andes, travel deep into the Amazon to explore the jungle.
Highlights: Exploring the Sacred Valley ruins and bargaining in local markets, enjoying the view from the train to Machu Picchu, tracking wildlife at our exclusive G Lodge Amazon, learning traditional weaving at the Women's Weaving Co-op
Southern Divide (SMS)
For those looking to experience the history, culture and wilderness of South America, this 3-week adventure through Peru, Bolivia and Chile is packed full of some of the continent’s most iconic and popular highlights. Explore the Sacred Valley and uncover Incan history high in the Andes at legendary Machu Picchu. Explore incredible landscapes at Uyuni Salt Flats and the Atacama Desert, and encounter vibrant culture at Lake Titicaca. Because we have years of experience and established operational offices in the region, we’ll take care of the hassles—so that you can focus on the highlights. Get off the beaten track and embrace the best of this incredible region.
Highlights: Exploring the Sacred Valley, Marvelling at the views from the train to Machu Picchu, witnessing traditional life on Lake Titicaca, encountering colonial cities and historic cultures in Bolivia, crossing the Uyuni Salt Flats and mountain wilderness into Chile by 4x4.
Southern Cross (SXMR)
From the Nazca Lines and the heights of Incan archaeology to the beach at Ipanema, this 45-day long tour provides limitless opportunities for adventure. Explore the wetlands of the Pantanal, thundering Iguassu Falls and the bizarre landscape of the Uyuni Salt Flats. In the thin air of the Andes, trek the challenging Inca Trail to legendary Machu Picchu—we run our own treks and ensure quality food and equipment, leaving you to focus on your next exhilarating step forward. With local transportation and authentic accommodation, this trip offers an intense blend of included activities and free time to explore on your own. This trip has it all!
Highlights: Spotting condors at Colca Canyon, conquering the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, settling in with the locals at a homestay on Lake Titicaca, exploring the Uyuni Salt Flats and Andean wilderness by 4x4, spotting wildlife in the Brazilian Pantanal, standing in awe of Iguassu Falls.
Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu (SPSK)
Salkantay has been dubbed the most spectacular peak in the Peruvian Andes. On this trip, you’ll trek in the shadows of this impressive mountain, interact with its inhabitants and explore its forgotten ruins. You’ll arrive at Santa Teresa—the backdoor of Machu Picchu—where you’ll catch the train to Aguas Calientes for an early-morning visit to Machu Picchu.
Highlights: Conquering the Salkantay Trek in the Andes, exploring Inca ruins and Machu Picchu, trekking through local communities and beautiful Andean scenery.
Rio to Lima Adventure (SZRA)
If you have the time and can’t decide between Peru and Brazil, then see them both—and pretty much everything in between—on this 50-day extravaganza. Trek the legendary Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, cross the Bolivian Salt Flats, sip wine in Argentina and hit the beach in Brazil. You’ll get plenty of energetic cultures, the great outdoors, and the company of other young travellers to keep you moving. There’s time later to slow down, take the long road and have an adventure while you can.
Highlights: Spotting condors at Colca Canyon, conquering the Inca Trail on the way to Machu Picchu, experiencing traditional life on Lake Titicaca, crossing the Salar de Uyuni and surrounding desert altiplano on a 4x4 excursion, being awed by Iguassu Falls, playing with the beautiful people in Rio, doing it all with other fun, young travellers.
Quest Of The Gods (PQG)
Whether you’re scanning the canopy for wildlife from the comfort of our intimate and exclusive G Lodge Amazon or trekking the Inca Trail, this tour has it all—experience rich ecology and diverse culture from the depths of the Amazon to the heights of the Andes. Catch the scenic train to Machu Picchu or embark on one of the world’s best known hikes, this trek will reward those willing to break a sweat with a stunning combination of ruins, mountainscapes and cloud forests. As the region’s largest operator, we run our own treks, which ensures the fair treatment of our porters and quality food, service and equipment.
Highlights: Spotting wildlife in the Amazon jungle, choosing to hike the Inca Trail or catching the train to Machu Picchu, seeing traditional life on Lake Titicaca, sampling seafood in Lima.
Puno & Lake Titicaca (TSPLTC)
Lake Titicaca is not only the largest lake in South America, it's also overflowing with culture and history. Sitting at 3838m above sea level, this is the highest navigable lake in the world. Take a day trip on the lake to meet its most famous residents—the Uros people, who live on floating, man-made islands made of reeds collected from the lake. In the evening return to Puno, and enjoy some live music in this town famous for its festivals and dances.
Highlights: Enjoying the festive city of Puno, Cruising on famed Lake Titicaca, Explore the floating reed islands of the Uros people.
Peru Panorama (PPP)
Spot macaws in the jungle and caimans on the riverbanks, sail the waters of Lake Titicaca, delight in the smells of markets and explore ancient ruins—including a trek along the Inca Trail. As we operate our own treks, our quality equipment and the expertise of our porters and CEOs will ensure that your first glimpse of Machu Picchu will leave you in awe. Whether you’re scanning the canopy for wildlife from the comfort of our intimate and exclusive G Lodge Amazon or following in the footsteps of the Incas, this fast-paced adventure provides a sweeping view of this diverse country.
Highlights: Meeting the locals at a Lake Titicaca homestay, climbing the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, spotting wildlife at our exclusive G Lodge Amazon, devouring seafood in Lima.
Peru on a Shoestring (SPPS)
Climb the legendary Inca Trail to the cloud forest citadel of Machu Picchu, dine the traditional way at a ceremonial Pachamanca feast or take an optional flight over the Nazca Lines—the adventure is yours to choose! With the services of a CEO and your accommodation and transport taken care of, this trip offers great value as it introduces the region’s main sights, providing plenty of flexibility so you can experience an adventure you'll never forget. Take a trip that's packed with just the essentials—15 days of maximum Peru at minimum cost. This is everything you imagined Peru would be—and more!
Highlights: Conquering the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, feeling like a local at an Andean homestay, spotting soaring condors at Colca Canyon, taking the chance to witness the Nazca Lines
Peru Multisport (SPHK)
How do you improve a trip that already includes the Sacred Valley, the Inca Trail and Lake Titicaca? Throw in some bikes, a few kayaks and loads of high-energy thrills, that’s how! Peru Multisport connects immersive cultural interaction and classic Peruvian landmarks with challenging physical activities tailored specifically for adrenaline junkies and fitness freaks. Climb and bike your way from small villages to astounding monuments, then explore Lake Titicaca from a kayak; a perspective few visitors ever get the chance to see. Need more? Consult your CEO; they’ll keep your zest for adventure satisfied.
Highlights: Soaking in the views by bicycle in the Sacred Valley, climbing the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, kayaking Lake Titicaca, mingling with the locals and learning about traditional life, savouring the Altiplano scenery, devouring seafood in Lima.
Peru Explorer (SPLC)
This classic 10-day trip is ideal for the traveller who is short on time but wants to soak up the colours, culture and history of Peru in style. Sail the waters of Lake Titicaca, explore ancient ruins and delight in thrilling views of the Sacred Valley from the comfort of your coach as you travel by rail to the cloud forest citadel of Machu Picchu. Travel by private van is well paced so you're refreshed and ready to explore Peru’s vibrant culture and incredible scenery on this condensed but exciting tour of the region’s highlights.
Highlights: Witnessing daily life on Lake Titicaca, exploring ancient ruins and haggling at Sacred Valley markets, taking in mountain views on the train to Machu Picchu, exploring the Incan city and ruins of Cuzco.
Northern Peru Adventure (TSPNPN)
This week-long independent journey trip through fascinating and under-explored Northern Peru is ideal for the solo traveller eager to get away from it all. Beginning in Lima, you’ll travel north to uncover the lush and mysterious Chachapoyas region, home to the Gocta Cataracts—the world’s third-highest waterfall—and Karajia and Kuelap, two of the area’s pre-Inca archaeological sites. There are so many ruins here that many remain unexcavated even today.
Highlights: Unlocking the mysteries of Karajía archaeological site and the remains of the Cloud People, witnessing the recently discovered third-highest waterfall in the word, exploring the mountaintop fortress of Kuelap.
Nazca Lines (TSPNLN)
Discover the Nazca Lines, one of the world's great enigmas. The Nazca Lines, 1,000 year-old figures etched into the desert floor, are visible in their entirety from the air. Travel to the plains near Nazca, board the included flight and marvel at the ever-changing desert landscape. You'll witness incredible stylized figures, including a monkey and a hummingbird. Other activities include visiting a pottery workshop and a cemetery containing ancient mummies.
Highlights: Viewing the incredible Nazca Lines from the air, visiting the city of Nazca and the Chauchilla cemetery.
MyStyle Lima 3-Day (TSPMM3C)
Do the City of Kings your way! Choose from various MyStyle optional activities and create a Lima itinerary that's perfect for you. There's something for everyone, from a city tour, to ancient ruins, to some of the best museums in the country. Not your style? How about surf lessons? Or a night of Latin music and dancing? See how Latinos play "futbol" (soccer) at a local match, take a local shopping trip, or hop in a speedboat to a nearby island filled with birds and sea lions. Trust us, you’ll never run out of choices.
Highlights: Exploring the vibrant city of Lima your way.
MyStyle Lima 3-Day (TSPMM3N)
Do the City of Kings your way! Choose from various MyStyle optional activities and create a Lima itinerary that's perfect for you. There's something for everyone, from a city tour, to ancient ruins, to some of the best museums in the country. Not your style? How about surf lessons? Or a night of Latin music and dancing? See how Latinos play "futbol" (soccer) at a local match, take a local shopping trip, or hop in a speedboat to a nearby island filled with birds and sea lions. Trust us, you’ll never run out of choices.
Highlights: Lima
MyStyle Lima 4-Day (TSPMM4C)
Do the City of Kings your way! Choose from various MyStyle optional activities and create a Lima itinerary that's perfect for you. There's something for everyone, from a city tour, to ancient ruins, to some of the best museums in the country. Not your style? How about surf lessons? Or a night of Latin music and dancing? See how Latinos play "futbol" (soccer) at a local match, take a local shopping trip, or hop in a speedboat to a nearby island filled with birds and sea lions. Trust us, you’ll never run out of choices.
Highlights: Lima
MyStyle Lima 4-Day (TSPMM4N)
Do the City of Kings your way! Choose from various MyStyle optional activities and create a Lima itinerary that's perfect for you. There's something for everyone, from a city tour, to ancient ruins, to some of the best museums in the country. Not your style? How about surf lessons? Or a night of Latin music and dancing? See how Latinos play "futbol" (soccer) at a local match, take a local shopping trip, or hop in a speedboat to a nearby island filled with birds and sea lions. Trust us, you’ll never run out of choices.
Highlights: Lima
MyStyle Cuzco 3-Day- Standard (TSPCM3N)
See the oldest continuously inhabited city in the Americas your way! Choose from various MyStyle optional activities and create a Cuzco itinerary that's perfect for you. Choices in this fascinating city are almost endless. Looking for history? Take a tour of the city or Sacred Valley. Want to get active? Try white water rafting, rock climbing, cycling or horseback riding. Feel like going local? Take Spanish lessons or visit a Planeterra community service project. No matter what you choose, there’s no place quite like Cuzco.
Highlights: Cuzco
MyStyle Cuzco 3-Day- Comfort (TSPCM3C)
See the oldest continuously inhabited city in the Americas your way! Choose from various MyStyle optional activities and create a Cuzco itinerary that's perfect for you. Choices in this fascinating city are almost endless. Looking for history? Take a tour of the city or Sacred Valley.Want to get active? Try white water rafting, rock climbing, cycling or horseback riding. Feel like going local? Take Spanish lessons or visit a Planeterra community service project. No matter what you choose, there’s no place quite like Cuzco.
Highlights: Exploring the Incan city of Cuzco your way.
| Trip | Length | Style | Service Level | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Inca Trail (SPIT) | 7 days | Active | Standard |
From
$1099
USD
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| The Inca Journey (SPIJ) | 10 days | Classic | Standard |
From
$2199
USD
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| Southern Divide (SMS) | 22 days | Classic | Standard |
From
$3599
USD
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| Southern Cross (SXMR) | 45 days | Classic | Standard |
From
$5999
USD
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| Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu (SPSK) | 8 days | Active | Standard |
From
$1349
USD
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| Rio to Lima Adventure (SZRA) | 51 days | Yolo | Basic |
From
$5499
USD
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| Quest Of The Gods (PQG) | 14 days | G-Plus | Comfort |
From
$2999
USD
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| Puno & Lake Titicaca (TSPLTC) | 3 days | G-Plus | Comfort |
From
$199
USD
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| Peru Panorama (PPP) | 15 days | Classic | Standard |
From
$3099
USD
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| Peru on a Shoestring (SPPS) | 15 days | Yolo | Basic |
From
$1749
USD
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| Peru Multisport (SPHK) | 15 days | Active | Standard |
From
$2599
USD
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| Peru Explorer (SPLC) | 10 days | G-Plus | Comfort |
From
$1999
USD
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| Northern Peru Adventure (TSPNPN) | 6 days | Classic | Standard |
From
$1349
USD
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| Nazca Lines (TSPNLN) | 3 days | Classic | Standard |
From
$549
USD
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| MyStyle Lima 3-Day (TSPMM3C) | 3 days | G-Plus | Comfort |
From
$309
USD
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| MyStyle Lima 3-Day (TSPMM3N) | 3 days | Classic | Standard |
From
$279
USD
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| MyStyle Lima 4-Day (TSPMM4C) | 4 days | G-Plus | Comfort |
From
$519
USD
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| MyStyle Lima 4-Day (TSPMM4N) | 4 days | Classic | Standard |
From
$479
USD
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| MyStyle Cuzco 3-Day- Standard (TSPCM3N) | 3 days | Classic | Standard |
From
$199
USD
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| MyStyle Cuzco 3-Day- Comfort (TSPCM3C) | 3 days | G-Plus | Comfort |
From
$229
USD
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