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12 Luxury South America Cultural Tours & Packages trips. Tours from 8 tour companies. 3 reviews.

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Machu Picchu Explorer
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Group Tour
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Explore the Sacred Urubamba Valley including Pisac and Ollantaytambo by rail to the citadel Machu Picchu
  • Explore Lima
  • Discover Cusco
  • Visit Scared valley

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, Local Immersion & Homestays, National Parks, High Adventure

What travelers are saying

"We particularly wanted to do this trip because of the abundance of wildlife we expected to encounter and selected this ship because they offered the kayaking experience. Overall, the weather was very good. Most people seemed like minded and were there for the adventurous experience. Accommodations Review They upgraded our cabin and we were very pleased with the amount of space and the amenities in the room. We appreciated the twin windows and being able to see humpbacks diving from our cabin. It was kept very clean and it was a treat to have our bed turned down with chocolates on the pillow each night. Meals Review We liked the variety and the quality of the food. There was always something new to try. The dining room staff was very professional and personable. Crew & Guides Review Solon was our Principal Trip Leader. He was incredibly professional and it seemed like he was constantly working to maximize the encounters with wildlife and scenery, taking advantage of all the weather opportunities and going to places that they don't often go. He worked very closely with the captain who was very accommodating and caring about us having a memorable voyage. Aymie and Andrew were our kayak guides. We went out to kayak 10 different times and were able to get to know both of them well. They worked hard to keep us safe and well informed. They made sure that we didn't miss out on any land excursions. We've had quite a few kayak guides over the years that we've paddled and we loved these two. Marla was the marine biologist aboard the ship. She was very enthusiastic and had a passion for marine mammals that was infectious. We loved listening to her presentations and looked forward to hearing her voice on the PA saying that there was another whale sighting. Colin, the geologist aboard the ship, was very knowledgeable and able to make difficult subjects understandable to the passengers. Itinerary Review The trip far, far, far, far, far, far exceeded our expectations. I had one "far" in the sentence when we left South Georgia Island after seeing 250,000 King Penguins at St. Andrews Point and added the second when we saw blue whales on two different days. The third "far" was added when we saw hundreds of whales for 6 hours along the iceberg, A68a. I added another "far" when we kayaked for over an hour with humpbacks all around and another "far" when minke whales were all around the kayaks the next day. The last "far" was added the day we didn't paddle since a leopard seal was all around the kayaks and then an orca came close. We had so many incredible experiences that we could never experience all of them in the same trip again. The guides told us that the close encounters that we had didn't happen very often and that we were very lucky that they all happened on our trip. The only thing that we didn't like was portions of the Drake Passage when it was a tad rough, but that experience gives us something to talk about. Transportation Review We made our transportation arrangements through another travel agency. Traveler Advice Make sure that you take sea sickness meds. Take advantage of every opportunity to see wildlife."

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Andes Highland Haciendas
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Group Tour
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Discover the beauty of the Andes Mountains
  • Ecuador's northern sierra region
  • Visit rural Andean villages
  • Explore Quito

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, Family Friendly, Hiking & Walking, National Parks

What travelers are saying

"We particularly wanted to do this trip because of the abundance of wildlife we expected to encounter and selected this ship because they offered the kayaking experience. Overall, the weather was very good. Most people seemed like minded and were there for the adventurous experience. Accommodations Review They upgraded our cabin and we were very pleased with the amount of space and the amenities in the room. We appreciated the twin windows and being able to see humpbacks diving from our cabin. It was kept very clean and it was a treat to have our bed turned down with chocolates on the pillow each night. Meals Review We liked the variety and the quality of the food. There was always something new to try. The dining room staff was very professional and personable. Crew & Guides Review Solon was our Principal Trip Leader. He was incredibly professional and it seemed like he was constantly working to maximize the encounters with wildlife and scenery, taking advantage of all the weather opportunities and going to places that they don't often go. He worked very closely with the captain who was very accommodating and caring about us having a memorable voyage. Aymie and Andrew were our kayak guides. We went out to kayak 10 different times and were able to get to know both of them well. They worked hard to keep us safe and well informed. They made sure that we didn't miss out on any land excursions. We've had quite a few kayak guides over the years that we've paddled and we loved these two. Marla was the marine biologist aboard the ship. She was very enthusiastic and had a passion for marine mammals that was infectious. We loved listening to her presentations and looked forward to hearing her voice on the PA saying that there was another whale sighting. Colin, the geologist aboard the ship, was very knowledgeable and able to make difficult subjects understandable to the passengers. Itinerary Review The trip far, far, far, far, far, far exceeded our expectations. I had one "far" in the sentence when we left South Georgia Island after seeing 250,000 King Penguins at St. Andrews Point and added the second when we saw blue whales on two different days. The third "far" was added when we saw hundreds of whales for 6 hours along the iceberg, A68a. I added another "far" when we kayaked for over an hour with humpbacks all around and another "far" when minke whales were all around the kayaks the next day. The last "far" was added the day we didn't paddle since a leopard seal was all around the kayaks and then an orca came close. We had so many incredible experiences that we could never experience all of them in the same trip again. The guides told us that the close encounters that we had didn't happen very often and that we were very lucky that they all happened on our trip. The only thing that we didn't like was portions of the Drake Passage when it was a tad rough, but that experience gives us something to talk about. Transportation Review We made our transportation arrangements through another travel agency. Traveler Advice Make sure that you take sea sickness meds. Take advantage of every opportunity to see wildlife."

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Peru Luxury Tour Center Of The Inca Universe
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Group Tour
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Visit spectacular temple-fortress and village of Ollantaytambo
  • Explore the ruins of the Inca Fortress of Pisac.
  • Visit National Museum of Archeology, Anthropology and History which has one of the largest collections of Pre-Hispanic art
  • Machu Picchu is truly a place to explore on your own

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, National Parks

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Custom Designed Trip
Lodging level
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Physical level
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Highlights

  • Fully customized trip based on preferences
  • Matched with a local specialist
  • From $150 per person per day
Self-Guided / Independent Tour
Machu Picchu & Amazon
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Group Tour
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

  • A canoe transfer to your luxury Amazon lodge – look out for jungle wildlife along the way.
  • Visit an oxbow lake and a canopy viewing deck to see abundant Amazon wildlife in its natural habitat.
  • Explore the fascinating Incan capital of Cuzco, both on your own and on a private guided tour to the sites of Sacsayhuaman, Koricancha, and Cuzco's Cathedral.
  • Tour the key sites of the Sacred Valley, with stops at the agricultural terraces of Moray, the salt mines at Maras, and the ruins of Ollantaytambo.
  • Uncover the secrets of Machu Picchu, the lost city of the Incas, on a private guided tour, with plenty of free time to soak up the magic.
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Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, National Parks

What travelers are saying

"Rio is nothing but a busy city by the beach. Come to Copacabana to stretch. Maybe worth of couple of days. Best was our guide Augusto. What a wonderful man! The sail boat with two wonderful girls, captain and sailor, around lagoune and view of the city from the water, was by far the best of 3-days experience. For us. I don't claim to speak for all."

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An Amazing Andean Adventure
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Group Tour
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Wildlife watching up-close in the Amazon Rainforest
  • Stand up paddleboarding and biking in the Sacred Valley
  • Sand boarding in Paracas
  • Urubamba Valley
  • Visit Machu Picchu Mountain
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Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, National Parks, Eco, Sustainable & Green Travel

What travelers are saying

"We had an amazing, outstanding trip from start to finish! We did Lima, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Cusco, Hiram Bingham Luxury train, Lake Titicaca, Colca Valley and Arequipa. All of our questions were answered and all of our requests organized promptly. The suggestions, organized tours and hotels were the best! Our guides were terrific and enjoyable to spend time with. EVERYTHING ran smoothly and nothing was overlooked….no small feat for a 16 day tour for 4 people!"

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Classic Luxury Peru
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Group Tour
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Visit Pisac archaeological site
  • Enjoy a private tour of the on-site gallery with pre-Columbian and Colonial artwork
  • Visit Machu Picchu with Peter Frost
  • Aboard the luxurious Belmond Hiram Bingham train back to Cusco
  • A half-day tour of Inca ruins and of markets around the outskirts of Cusco
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Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, Train & Rail Journeys, National Parks, Eco, Sustainable & Green Travel

What travelers are saying

"We had an amazing, outstanding trip from start to finish! We did Lima, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Cusco, Hiram Bingham Luxury train, Lake Titicaca, Colca Valley and Arequipa. All of our questions were answered and all of our requests organized promptly. The suggestions, organized tours and hotels were the best! Our guides were terrific and enjoyable to spend time with. EVERYTHING ran smoothly and nothing was overlooked….no small feat for a 16 day tour for 4 people!"

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Essential Perú
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Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Explore Cusco, Sacred Valley, Lake Titicaca
  • Visit an ancient adobe pyramid right in the middle of the city, Huaca Huallamarca
  • Visit Awanacancha where you will have the opportunity to see the different camelids that live in the Andes
  • Discover Machu Picchu, Colca Canyon and Arequipa
  • Visit Koricancha, the most sumptuous “Sun Temple” in the Inca Empire

Themes

Cultural

What travelers are saying

"Takes a huge amount of coordinating trips with outside organizations so not without some problems. Being a solo tourist in a foreign country sometimes those problems were quite scary. Overall, I believe this group did their best to ensure I had a safe and wondrous adventure."

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Argentina and Chile
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Group Tour
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Walk vibrant Buenos Aires where European style blends with Latin rhythm: historic neighbourhoods, great cafes, open air markets, and gardens
  • Experience gaucho life with crafts demonstrations, horsemanship shows and cattle round-ups
  • Go “sand-boarding” on desert dunes and walk in a huge field of geysers
  • See flocks of pink flamingos and vicuñas in the salt basins of the Atacama Desert

Themes

Cultural

What travelers are saying

"So well organized and put together. From the moment we got on the plane to Africa everything fell into place just as we had hoped. Wonderful sights of animals in the bush, wonderful camps with excellent food, guides who were outstanding. We have returned many times and it is always the same. Sharing it with the children was not to be forgotten."

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Luxury South America Cultural Tours & Packages Reviews

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Steve

Jul 2018

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We experienced Cusco, Trekking through the Andes

My wife and I just returned from our trip to Peru for 10 days. We experienced Cusco, Trekking through the Andes, and Machu Picchu. I spent a significant amount of ti...

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Lori

May 2018

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Amazing experience and all first class!

I just got back from a tour of Machu Picchu, the Sacred Valley and Cusco. It was an amazing experience and all first class! Our tour guide, Allison Elaine Monge Carr...

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Jane

Apr 2018

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Amazing people

Jenny Byrne created the trip of a lifetime for our family. Peru’s Amazon rainforest, Cuzco and the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu. Our in country guides were amazing...

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