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The Waterfalls at Iguazu, Santa Caterina Mountains by Train & Island Life in Florianopolis

Travel across Brazil and find waterfalls, mountains and beaches

After visiting Iguazu Falls, one of the must-see natural sights in Brazil, continue on to Curitiba to begin one of the most impressive train journeys in Brazil.

Here you'll explore quaint colonial villages, meet its people, and search for wildlife in the rainforest.

Continue by road to the Serra Geral mountain range of Santa Catarina for a taste of rural Brazil and excellent trekking opportunities.

Finish this off-the-beaten track tour in Florianopolis, an island with gorgeous beaches, lively vibe, great seafood, and relaxed atmosphere.

ACTIVITY: Walking & Hiking Vacations, Eco-Travel & Cultural Exploration, Wildlife, Safaris and Photography Vacations
WHERE: Brazil, SOUTH AMERICA
AVAILABILITY:
FROM: $3,795 pp
DURATION: 13 days
AUDIENCE: Family Vacations & Adventure Travel, For Groups: Adventure Travel With the Experts!
MEMBER'S WEBSITE: More Information...

Walking in the Sacred Footsteps of the Incas: The Inca Trail Trek

After exploring Cuzco's lively streets and the Sacred Valley, you'll set out on a four-day trek along the Royal Inca Highway to Machu Picchu, stopping at hidden temples and fortresses along your route. Passing through a magnificent cloud forest and jungle-clad mountains, you'll absorb the Inca way of life, their beliefs and rituals.

ACTIVITY: Walking & Hiking Vacations, Eco-Travel & Cultural Exploration
WHERE: Peru, SOUTH AMERICA
AVAILABILITY: May, June, August
FROM: $2,995.00
DURATION: 9 days
AUDIENCE: For Groups: Adventure Travel With the Experts!

Peru | Salkantay Lodge to Lodge

While some visitors spend a day hiking the Inca Trail to reach Machu Picchu, this adventure includes a weeklong lodge-to-lodge trek along a path much less traveled but by many accounts, more scenic and exclusive than the Inca Trail itself.

Acclimate with a hike to a spectacular glacial lake in Soraypampa
Circle Humanity Peak taking in 360-degree views of the snow-capped Vilcabamba Range and Salkantay Valley
Traverse lush bamboo forests, avocado orchards and coffee plantations in Santa Teresa River Valley
Hike Llactapata pass for jaw-dropping views(that most never see) of Machu Picchu from the Southwest
Meet an Andean family and learn the culture and age-old traditions of the locals in Lucmabamba
Watch the day break over Machu Picchu and explore the ruins with a private guide
Take a well-earned a dip in a natural hot spring and enjoy a restful night’s sleep in the comfort of your enchanting mountain lodge

ACTIVITY: Walking & Hiking Vacations, Eco-Travel & Cultural Exploration
WHERE: Peru, SOUTH AMERICA
AVAILABILITY: All year
FROM: $2,850
DURATION: 7 days
AUDIENCE: Solo Adventure Travel and Singles Vacations, For Groups: Adventure Travel With the Experts!, Vacations for Couples & Partners
MEMBER'S WEBSITE: Machu Picchu Salkantay Lodge to Lodge

Sacred Lands of the Inca: Cusco to Machu Picchu

Discover the best of Peru as you travel to the high Andes and the magnificent ancient citadel of Machu Picchu, the most important archaeological monument in South America. Accompanied by guides specialized in archaeology, history and Andean culture, visit monumental Inca stone temples, and the fascinating towns and Quechua Indian markets of Cusco and the Urubamba Valley.

ACTIVITY: Walking & Hiking Vacations, Eco-Travel & Cultural Exploration
WHERE: Peru, SOUTH AMERICA
AVAILABILITY: All year
FROM: $2250
DURATION: 7 days
AUDIENCE: Family Vacations & Adventure Travel, For Groups: Adventure Travel With the Experts!, Vacations for Couples & Partners
MEMBER'S WEBSITE: Sacred Lands of the Inca: Cusco to Machu Picchu

Machu Picchu and Amazon Tour

Discover the high Andes mountains and pristine lowland rainforest on this Machu Picchu and Amazon tour of Peru. Explore the magnificent ancient citadel of Machu Picchu, the most important archaeological monument in South America.

ACTIVITY: Walking & Hiking Vacations, Eco-Travel & Cultural Exploration
WHERE: Peru, SOUTH AMERICA
AVAILABILITY: April, May, June, July, August, September, October
FROM: $2850
DURATION: 10 days
AUDIENCE: Family Vacations & Adventure Travel, For Groups: Adventure Travel With the Experts!, Vacations for Couples & Partners
MEMBER'S WEBSITE: Machu Picchu and Amazon Tour

Ecuador Highlands and Market Tours

Join a two or three-day adventure to Otavalo and the surrounding area to visit market towns, hike and stay in 17th century haciendas.

ACTIVITY: Walking & Hiking Vacations, Eco-Travel & Cultural Exploration
WHERE: Ecuador, SOUTH AMERICA
AVAILABILITY: All year
FROM: From $970
DURATION: 3 days
AUDIENCE: Solo Adventure Travel and Singles Vacations, Family Vacations & Adventure Travel, For Groups: Adventure Travel With the Experts!, Vacations for Couples & Partners
MEMBER'S WEBSITE: Ecuador Highlands and Market Tours

The Northwest Passage: A Glimpse into Salta’s Villages & Landscapes

Here´s your chance to see Argentina´s legendary Northwest Passage- soaring canyons, remote villages, stunning landscapes. In Buenos Aires, you´ll get to know this vibrant city inside out. Fly north to Salta, known for its colonial architecture, cobble-stoned streets, and soaring mountains. Stop at a local market to pick up ingredients for your very own cooking class. Head to the Iruya countryside to wander pre-historic caves, lagoons and canyons. We´ve included two nights in a small mountain refugio (accessible only by a full day hike) where most likely you´ll only run into friendly villagers who thrive in high altitude living and artisans who create intricate earn a living creating beautiful ponchos.

ACTIVITY: Walking & Hiking Vacations, Eco-Travel & Cultural Exploration
WHERE: Argentina, SOUTH AMERICA
AVAILABILITY: January, March, November
FROM: $2,895.00 pp based on 2 people
DURATION: 10 days
AUDIENCE: Solo Adventure Travel and Singles Vacations, For Groups: Adventure Travel With the Experts!, Vacations for Couples & Partners

Inca Trail Trek and Amazon

Trek into the high Andes of Peru and experience the Amazon rainforest on this active family adventure. Expert native guides bring ancient history to life on the 46 kilometer Camino del Inca trail to Machu Picchu.

ACTIVITY: Walking & Hiking Vacations, Eco-Travel & Cultural Exploration
WHERE: Peru, SOUTH AMERICA
AVAILABILITY: March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November
FROM: $3150
DURATION: 12 days
AUDIENCE: Solo Adventure Travel and Singles Vacations, For Groups: Adventure Travel With the Experts!, Vacations for Couples & Partners
MEMBER'S WEBSITE: Inca Trail Trek and Amazon

Best of Patagonia

Cruise the Beagle Channel and hike on Gable Island, enjoy day hikes with local guides, observe wildlife and photograph spectacular Patagonian landscapes based from local inns and estancias.

ACTIVITY: Walking & Hiking Vacations, Eco-Travel & Cultural Exploration, Wildlife, Safaris and Photography Vacations
WHERE: Argentina, SOUTH AMERICA
AVAILABILITY: January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November, December
FROM: $4550
DURATION: 10 days
AUDIENCE: Family Vacations & Adventure Travel, For Groups: Adventure Travel With the Experts!, Vacations for Couples & Partners
MEMBER'S WEBSITE: Best of Patagonia

The Wineries of Mendoza & Iguazu’s Falls

Argentina is home to one of the largest waterfalls in existence and the finest wines in the world. This relaxing itinerary combines both - an in-depth look at the geology and wildlife of Iguazu Falls, as well as a connoisseur trip to visit the world-famous wineries of Mendoza. By visiting both the Argentinan and Brazilian sides of the waterfalls, you will get the best of what both countries have to offer at this UNESCO World Heritage Site. From Argentina, the views are much closer, but the Brazilian side has the jaw-dropping panoramic postcard views of the falls. Continue on to Mendoza, a two-hour flight from Buenos Aires, and the heart of Malbec wine country. You´ll be graciously welcomed into beautiful vineyards for a stroll and then invited to a fabulous five-course lunch. On the next day, you can choose to go for a horse-back ride in the country or an exciting white-water rafting trip.

ACTIVITY: Walking & Hiking Vacations, Eco-Travel & Cultural Exploration
WHERE: Argentina, SOUTH AMERICA
AVAILABILITY: February, April, October
FROM: $1,895.00 pp based on 2 people
DURATION: 8 days
AUDIENCE: Solo Adventure Travel and Singles Vacations, For Groups: Adventure Travel With the Experts!, Vacations for Couples & Partners