Top Central & South America Bus Tours

Tour the capital city of Quito at your leisure aboard this popular hop-on hop-off bus tour. Enjoy hassle-free double-decker transportation through narrow city streets as you make your way to numerous city attractions and landmarks. Choose to get off at any of the stops and make the most of your time in Quito.

See Buenos Aires on your own terms, at your own pace, by booking hop-on hop-off bus tickets. Passes valid for 24, 48, or 72 hours are available and entitle visitors to get on and off at more than 20 different stops. Once onboard, you can take in views from an open-air deck or stay cool by opting for a seat in the air-conditioned interior, and listen to commentary from a multi-lingual audio guide.

Unfamiliar areas can be daunting to tackle alone, but this walking tour offers an insider’s perspective on one of Medellin’s most historically and culturally rich neighborhoods, Comuna 13. Explore with confidence as your guide shows you street art you'd struggle to find on your own, and sample local foods, including empanadas and mango ice cream. Finish by riding escalators to a mountain-top viewpoint to admire views across the whole city.

Discover the world-renowned Panama Canal and see the highlights of Panama City at your own pace on this hop-on hop-off city sightseeing tour. Travel in an open-top bus for unobstructed views and disembark at any of the stops when something captures your interest. See the Miraflores locks, Parque Urraca, the Biomuseo, Casco Antiguo, and so much more.

Maximize your time in Buenos Aires with a private, personalized tour hitting many highlights in a few hours. Let your personal guide (separate from your driver) take care of all the details as you’re driven around the city, listening to insights, facts, and stories along the way. You’ll see Casa Rosado, Caminito, Recoleta Cemetery, Mercado San Telmo, the biggest leather factory, and enjoy tasting mate and alfajores before returning to your hotel.

Get acquainted with the rich regal history of Lima on an educational sightseeing tour of the Peruvian capital. Alongside a knowledgeable guide, delve into the ambient tangle of Lima’s historical center; gaze at the fabulous façade of the Presidential Palace; descend to the eerie catacombs of San Francisco Monastery; and admire the ancient Dominicans Tower. A portion of your tour goes to an NGO that support social projects in the community.

Get an in-depth local experience with this walking tour of one of Rio's "favelas," Rocinha. Follow your resident guide through the slum to get an insider's perspective on daily life and learn about the challenges these communities face. Upgrade your experience to a 2-day tour that includes a visit to Tijuca Forest.

Discover the best of Medellin, without getting lost, on this full-day guided city sightseeing tour. Going with a guide means that you save hours of itinerary planning and gain fascinating insight into the city’s colorful history and rich culture. Highlights include Botero Plaza, Barefoot Park, and Commune 13, with a ride on the metro cable car.

With two sides and myriad sights to discover, knowing where to start your Iguazu sightseeing can be tough. This activity-packed tour of the Argentinian side of Iguazu Falls includes rides on a boat, a truck, and a train through the subtropical rainforest—so you can admire the cascades from a variety of perspectives. Hotel pickup and drop-off from Puerto Iguazu are included for extra convenience.

The Volcano Combo Tour is an experience you won’t find anywhere else, a full day that brings together Costa Rica’s adventure, culture, and volcanic wonders in one unforgettable journey. Start your adventure with ziplining across the rainforest canopy, crossing hanging bridges, and sliding down a thrilling waterslide carved through the jungle. Then, enjoy a touch of tradition with a vibrant cultural show, and take in the breathtaking landscapes on a horseback ride through scenic trails. Recharge with a delicious buffet lunch offering options for every taste, before heading to the relaxing side of the volcano. Here, you’ll discover a beautiful waterfall, detox in a natural volcanic rock sauna, cover yourself in a healing volcanic mud bath, and soak in the soothing thermal hot springs. What makes this tour truly unique is the perfect balance it offers; the adrenaline of adventure, the richness of culture, and the serenity of volcanic wellness, all in one incredible day.

Taking a day trip to Guatape has become one of the top things to do in Colombia, but not all tours are made equal. This premium option promises a smaller group than typical bus tours and includes a ride around Guatape Dam on a luxury boat, so you can escape the crowds on land and admire the natural landscapes from the water.

Active, outdoor-loving travelers will enjoy the chance to hike to the top of a volcano without getting lost. The logistics will be taken care of so all you have to do is hike. The ascent of Ilamatepec takes about two hours, and the descent another two. Be amazed by the views at the top, including of the green crater lagoon. Relax over a leisurely lunch at Lake Coatepeque.

Few places in the world are as famous for their coffee as Colombia, so Medellin is the perfect place to head out into the countryside and discover the coffee-growing process. This seamless tour takes care of transportation from the city, so you can focus on exploring a traditional finca and tasting the kind of coffees you're unlikely to find in typical cafés.

Combine three adventurous activities in a single tour: a hike to Arental Volcano, visit to the Hanging Bridges, and exploration of La Fortuna Waterfall. This full-day tour from La Fortuna, perfect for nature lovers, includes hiking and swimming amidst Costa Rica's beautiful natural scenery. Hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Visit the Maipo Valley for a day of exploring Chilean wine country on this small-group tour from Santiago. The area takes its name because it is surrounded by tributaries of the Maipo River, which make for perfect grape-growing conditions. Visit several family-owned wineries—each with their own specialties—and enjoy several tastings and a delicious lunch (own expense) along the way.

Discover the vibrant charm of Guatapé on this day trip from Medellín. Explore its colorful streets and climb the 740 steps of Piedra del Peñol for panoramic views of the lake-dotted landscape. Enjoy a scenic boat ride past Pablo Escobar’s Hacienda La Manuela, visit a historic church in Marinilla, and stroll through the picturesque town of Zócalos. Please note: departure times may be adjusted slightly during holidays and high seasons.

Ditch the guidebooks and learn about Cartagena's Afro-Colombian heritage at the source on this group tour of San Basilio de Palenque. Relax in an air-conditioned vehicle with hotel pickup as you drive to the UNESCO-listed village. Participate in traditional dancing and drumming, and learn about local history as you visit a museum, traditional medicine house, and more.

This Humantay Lake Full-Day Tour from Cusco is a great pick for travelers who want to see the lake but only have a day to spare. This full-day tour takes you to the lake through the Soraypampa Trek, which is a circular route that runs about 2.7 miles (4.3 kilometers). A guide knows the best spots to stop at to see wildlife and teaches you about the scared mountains surrounding the area, too.

Get to know Buenos Aires on this guided half day tour where you'll be driven to several stops in a private, air-conditioned vehicle, and also be walking between places. This is the perfect way to get an overview of the city upon arrival, or for those who have just a few hours in the city to walk. Among the stops are Alberto J. Armando Stadium (La Bombonera), Casa Rosada, and Recoleta Cemetery, but the entrance fees are extra.

Explore the cave of the crystal sepulcher on a full-day tour to Actun Tunichil Muknal from San Ignacio, and discover a spiritual site that was sacred to the ancient Maya. Learn about the traditions and rites that took place in the cave system and visit the crystallized remains of an ancient ceremonial victim as you hike deep into the cave with a professional guide. Swim through a spring-fed pool, and follow tunnels, passageways and yawning chambers lined with stalactites, stalagmites, ancient ceramics and stoneware.

Experience two of Ushuaia's top attractions on one convenient tour that saves you the hassle of making separate bookings. Pay full attention to the natural wonders of Tierra del Fuego National Park as you're driven between highlights, and ride a historic railway route on the End of the World Train—tickets are included to guarantee your spot on this popular train.

Aromatic coffee, sweet sugarcane, and melt-in-your-mouth chocolate are three of Costa Rica’s top agricultural exports—and its favorite products among locals and visitors alike. Learn about these three crops first-hand on this tour of a family-owned farm near La Fortuna. See how coffee is created from bean to cup, and then taste other delicious crops along with a guide.

xplore Cusco without the pressure of planning your own sightseeing itinerary with this group tour. Enjoy a comprehensive experience that covers Cusco's historic highlights, including the main square, the Temple of Coricancha, the ruins of Sacsayhuaman, Qenko, Puca Pucara, Tambomachay, and an alpaca sanctuary. Well-suited for travelers looking for a streamlined way of taking in the local sights in under a day.