SOUTH AMERICA TOURS & CUSTOM TRIPS

Trace Inca history in Cusco and the Sacred Valley before visiting Machu Picchu. The region brings together archaeological sites, Andean scenery and living Quechua culture. Allow time to acclimatize to altitude and plan train and entry arrangements in advance.

Take in Rio’s dramatic setting between mountains and sea, from Sugarloaf and Christ the Redeemer to the city’s lively neighbourhoods and beaches. Extend the journey to nearby coastal towns or connect onward to other regions of Brazil.

Experience the immense cascades of Iguazú from forest trails and boardwalks in Argentina and Brazil. Each national park reveals a different perspective, with abundant birdlife and subtropical scenery. Check entry details and give yourself time to explore.

Pair Santiago’s museums, food and city neighbourhoods with the vast landscapes of the Atacama Desert. Explore high-altitude lagoons, salt flats and clear night skies with local guides, allowing time to adjust to elevation and checking seasonal road access.

Discover Quito’s historic centre and highland setting before continuing to the Galápagos Islands. The archipelago is known for distinctive wildlife and conservation-led visitor rules; plan inter-island transport and park fees, and follow local guidance to protect fragile habitats.

Experience the energy of La Paz, set high in the Andes, then travel across the vast Salar de Uyuni. In the dry season the salt flats stretch as a brilliant white expanse; after rain, shallow water may create a mirror effect. Prepare for altitude, cold nights and remote-road conditions.

Wander Cartagena’s walled old town and Caribbean waterfront, then head inland to Colombia’s coffee region for green mountain scenery and farm visits. The country’s regions have different climates and travel times, so combine nearby highlights at a comfortable pace.

Trace the Inca story through Cusco and the Sacred Valley before visiting Machu Picchu. Build in time to acclimatize to altitude, and check current access, ticketing and train arrangements when planning your visit.

Explore the Amazon from a locally based lodge or guided river journey, with chances to learn about the forest’s ecology and Indigenous-led conservation. The rainforest spans several countries; choose a region that fits your route and travel season.

Follow rainforest trails and boardwalks through Iguazú National Park for views of one of the continent’s great waterfall systems. The Argentina and Brazil sides offer different perspectives; allow time for the side that best fits your itinerary and check park entry details ahead.

From the granite towers of Torres del Paine to the immense Perito Moreno Glacier in Argentina, Patagonia rewards time outdoors. Conditions can change quickly and distances are considerable, so plan park days, transport and seasonal opening carefully.

Make time for Lima’s celebrated food scene, Cusco’s Inca and colonial heritage, or Buenos Aires’ cafés and music. Regional cuisines are wonderfully varied—seek out local markets and neighbourhood restaurants as part of the journey.

Walk the forested trails and boardwalks for changing views of the cascades from Argentina and Brazil. The two national parks offer distinct perspectives, so allow time to explore the side that best fits your route.

Cross the vast high-altitude salt pan at Salar de Uyuni, Bolivia. In the dry season, a bright white horizon stretches in every direction; after rain, a thin layer of water creates the famous mirror effect. Plan for cold nights, strong sun and the altitude.

Venture into the world’s largest tropical rainforest with a locally based guide or lodge. River journeys, canopy views and dawn wildlife walks reveal only a part of this vast ecosystem. Choose a responsible operator and follow Indigenous and protected-area guidance.

From the granite towers of Torres del Paine to Argentina’s Perito Moreno Glacier, Patagonia’s protected landscapes invite hiking, wildlife viewing and wide-open views. Weather can change quickly, so plan transport and park access in advance and allow flexibility for the conditions.

See giant tortoises, marine iguanas and sea lions in the Galápagos, where wildlife and volcanic landscapes are protected through strict visitor rules. Travel with authorized guides, keep the required distance from animals and follow biosecurity guidance between islands.