Top Central & South America Cultural Tours

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.

It is a semi-private or private tour with a native guide where you will discover the most famous places of Valparaíso located in the Unesco area. You will have time to visit art galleries, designer stores or even to enjoy coffee or ice cream. You will not be a number in a large group, but a new friend for us. Your guide will do his/her best to adapt the tour to your special interests. We try to make each tour special and personal, such as showing our hometown to family or friends.

Get a thorough overview of Bogota's most famous attraction on a group walking tour of Monserrate. The efficient excursion begins with a scenic cable car ride to the top of the mountain. There, you'll enjoy exceptional city views, gain insights into local life, and learn about Catholicism's significance in Colombia. The cultural adventure also includes a visit to the Shrine of the Fallen Lord of Monserrate.

Step onto the cobblestone streets of colonial Antigua on a walking tour that helps you get your bearings in the city's charming center. Stroll the streets of this UNESCO World Heritage Site and navigate between landmarks such as Ayuntamiento (City Hall Palace) and the Palace of the Captain’s General without worrying about getting lost. Plus, exploring on foot lets you stop more regularly for photos and questions than if you were traveling by vehicle.

This Bogota city tour offers much more than an in-depth overview of the city. Pick up tickets to museums, sample local fruits and food specialties, and learn first-hand about Colombia’s economy through a coffee tasting—all in between checking out top landmarks with your guide. This tour packs in the value even more with a round-trip ticket to the popular Monserrate funicular if option is selected. You’ll be able to choose between a 7-hour tour including Monserrate, Gold Museum and Botero Museum, or a 5-hour tour which includes only Monserrate or museums. Join us!

Venture into the lush Andean highlands and discover Peru’s Sacred Valley on this full-day tour from Cusco. With a small group, visit top sites—Pisac, Urubamba, and Ollantaytambo—to explore Inca ruins and ancient settlements. Enjoy a Peruvian buffet lunch in Urubamba and learn about the rich history and culture of Peru throughout the day.

Get an in-depth insight in Bogotá's oldest and most eclectic district on this guided tour of La Candelaria. Your guide points out some of the most interesting street art as you walk to a chicha bar to learn about the local alcoholic beverage, then you head to a local market to taste of some of the nation’s unique fruits. Also visit cafés for insight into Colombian coffee and to the Plaza del Rosario and Plaza Simón Bolivar.

Ticket lines at attractions can take hours to get through to even be able to go inside. Travelers booking last-minute can still secure this Machu Picchu admission ticket that grants you access to Circuit 2 and lets you explore the Inca ruins in Peru at your own pace. Choose from options with a 2-day commitment (picking up tickets on day 1 and exploring the ruins on day 2), or for high-demand dates, a 3-day commitment.

Get your bearings in the capital of Chile, without the stress of planning, on this small-group walking tour through Santiago. Follow your guide through the city’s historic center, passing landmarks such as the Church of San Francisco, the Santiago Stock Exchange, Plaza de Armas, and more, as your guide provides insight into the local history and culture.

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 Cartagena’s history and culture through the eyes of a local—who takes care of the logistics—on this walking tour. You’ll wend your way through the city’s historic center, with stops at Torre del Reloj, Portal de Los Dulces, Plaza de Bolivar, and Parque Centenario to learn about the city’s Spanish colonial, slave, and pirate history. Then you’ll explore the artistic enclave of Getsemani and the secrets of salsa.

Get a glimpse into local life in Rio de Janeiro during a favela tour that reveals a different side of the Marvelous City. In an intimate group limited to 12 travelers, you’ll explore two of the largest favelas in Rio, and benefit from the local insight of a guide as you learn more about living conditions in the city.

Discover Lima's best side on this guided evening tour of the city. Dress up for cocktails at a trendy beachfront bar, enjoy gourmet dining at a restaurant inside of a 2,500-year-old archaeological complex, and finish up with a walking tour of the bohemian Barranco district en route to dessert. This tour includes all food, drinks, and transportation, ensuring a night to remember.

Learn about Spanish occupation in Peru during a walking tour of Lima’s historic center. Marvel at the 16th century mansions, churches, and balconies as you walk from Plaza San Martin to Plaza de Armas, a UNESCO World Heritage site. This tour includes a visit to the spooky catacombs, where you will discover why limes weren’t just used for drinks. The experience lasts about 4 hours.

Skip the rush of group tours and explore Santiago de Chile on a private half-day tour. Ride a cable car to a viewpoint; stroll historic neighborhoods; admire architecture and street art; visit notable landmarks; and learn about the city's history and daily life with personalized attention and hotel pickup included.

Visit the ancient Mayan site of Altun Ha with this tour from Belize City. Your driver/guide will pick you up at your hotel and take you out to the ancient archaeological site, where you'll visit the on-site museum and explore the ruins as you learn about ancient Mayan culture.

Discover San Jose’s hidden delights with this unique evening tour of the Costa Rican capital. Get up close and personal with the nightlife in San Jose, starting with the Morazán Park where you'll learn post-colonial Costa Rican history. From there, gain an appreciation for San Jose’s historical architecture, with a walk by the Metallic Building, then on to Spain Park for a fantastic view of the Yellow House (now the Ministry of Foreign Affairs). Continue to charming Barrio Escalante, one of the oldest residential areas in San Jose.  Finish the night with a tasty traditional meal (and wine or beer) at a gourmet Costa Rican restaurant.

Skip the hurried tours with drive-by photo opportunities, and experience the best of Ushuaia and Tierra del Fuego National Park on a group shore excursion. Convenient transportation takes you from the port to downtown Ushuaia, stopping at scenic locations for pictures. The tour continues to Tierra del Fuego National Park, where you will be surrounded by lagoons and rivers. Stop for a snack, then relax on the return journey to the port.

There’s so much to see and do in Ecuador’s capital city of Quito, it’s hard to know where to start. Rest easy during this full-day tour knowing you’ll hit the best parts to make the most of your time. Start with panoramic views of the city from Pichincha Volcano, then head to the Middle of the World to straddle the equator. Return to the city’s colonial heart, then choose your own adventure.

See the highlights of Roatan on a fully customizable tour that includes all the sites that interest you and skips the ones that don’t. Roatan is a diverse island with everything from white-sand beaches and rural villages to adventure sports and wildlife sanctuaries. With a guide as your personal escort, you won’t waste time figuring out where to go.

Medellin is renowned for its stunning viewpoints, but it can be exhausting to climb or ride to them all. Explore the city without breaking a sweat on an electric bike tour that takes you off the beaten path in a safe and informative way. You'll ride in a group limited to 15 travelers, which means you'll pedal at a more relaxed pace than if you were in a huge group. Plus, you'll be party to local knowledge that you won't find in the guidebook.

Get a more intimate glimpse of the colorful, colonial streets of Cartagena than you would if traveling by coach or car during a private walking tour. Exploring with a private guide allows you to customize your experience according to your interests, as well as receive tailored recommendations to enhance the rest of your vacation. Plus, you guide collects you from your accommodation so you don’t have to worry about finding a meeting point.

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.