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Bespoke holidays crafted by our experts, enriched by new experiences and tailored by our specialist first-hand knowledge and our expert local guides, to match your specific interests.

Your South America holiday will offer you a wonderful experience and memories. Choose from the glorious clifftop Inca ruins of Machu Picchu Peru to the towering Andean peaks and glaciers of Patagonia and the mysterious jungle of the Amazon rainforest. You could take an expedition cruise vie the amazing wildlife of the Galapagos Islands, Antarctica or Tierra del Fuego in Patagonia, or immerse yourself in rich ancient civilizations, cosmopolitan cities and stroll idyllic golden beaches.

Our first-hand specialist knowledge and over 20 years of experience will fulfill your needs and together with our local guides, enrich your experience. We provide an indepth perspectives on local life, history, culture and environment to enhance your holiday taking into account your personal interests.

Our hand-picked guides are entrusted to enhance and further personalise your holiday according to your interests and profile, bringing to life the wonderful locations and opening doors to experience local life and history.

The private tours itineraries of South America shown here aim to offer you options for you to consider, including Landmark Tours that combine multiple countries. Our travel consultants will adjust these tours to suit your preferences, or we can start from scratch to build a truly bespoke, unique itinerary to fulfill your interests and criteria.

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Countries in South America

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Specialist Knowledge

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Remote Mountain Landscapes & Local Life
Rio de Janeiro
Researching Barter Economics and Microfinance
Close encounters
Patagonia Tierra del Fuego Glaciers
Overlooking Lake Titicaca
Remote deserts
Pristine rainforest
High Cliff Cove
Cusco Main Square Garden & Church
The 15th century Inca Citadel of Machu Picchu
Llamas in the Altiplano

Top Attractions in South America

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6 Places

Amazon Rainforest

The Amazon rainforest spreads across much of South America, accessed via specialist cruises and lodges, affording unique perspectives on jungle life.

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12 Places

The Andes

The world's longest continental mountain range provides a spectacular backdrop to national parks, historic cities, pristine lakes and towering glaciers.

Cartagena Square

9 Places

Historic Cities

Discover momentous ancient, colonial and modern history in South America's diverse collection of fascinating cities.

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4725 Epic Adventures In The Land Of Extremes

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Epic adventures in the Land of Extremes

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18 ways to deal with high altitude

9375 A Journey Along The Andes

Travel Inspiration

A journey along the Andes

Specialist Advice & Ideas

Since 1999, we focus on carefully crafting unique and authentic travel experiences in Latin America and beyond.

Create Your Perfect Tour

Your holiday is tailored by our specialist advisors to fit your preferences using our extensive kowledge of each destination

The Best Local Guides

We have developed an extensive network of expert local guides, hand-picked to provide exclusive excursions and authentic insights.

Travel with Confidence

Our local guides are your hosts providing support, information and so you visit the main sites and experience life like a local.

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1677 Galapagos Islands

Galapagos Islands

Get up close and personal with the bizarre inhabitants of the Galapagos

 
Rio de Janeiro Sugar Loaf aerial

Rio de Janeiro

The Marvellous City, home of Rio Carnival

 
Pristine rainforest

Amazon Lodges

The largest and most biodiverse tropical rainforest on Earth

 
Iguazu Falls

Iguazu Falls

Feel the thunderous force of one of nature's greatest wonders

 
Llamas at Machu Picchu

Machu Picchu

Marvel in awe at the mesmerising Lost Citadel of the Incas

 
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Sacred Valley of the Incas

Experience rural life and local traditions in the timeless Sacred Valley

 
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Bariloche & Lake District

Hike, ride or cycle in some of Argentina's most spectacular scenery

 
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Patagonia and Torres del Paine

Hike below the granite peaks of this prestigious national park

 
Desert Huts

Atacama Desert

Be transported to Mars in the world's driest desert

 
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