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Andes Highland Haciendas

By AdventureSmith Explorations

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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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4 days From$1,845

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Galapagos Luxury Travel Origin Of Species

By Inca

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Small Ship Cruise

Lodging level

Luxury - 5 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Flexible schedule

Highlights

Explore Santa Cruz highlands to view endemic Galapagos plant species
Visit lava tubes and sinkholes
Explore Quito and Puerto Ayora
Discover Galapagos Islands and Santa Cruz Island
Cruise through your luxury yacht for a week, spending as much time ashore as the Park rules permit.

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, Family Friendly, National Parks, Small Ship Cruise

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11 days From$6,995

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Peru Luxury Tour Center Of The Inca Universe

By Inca

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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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10 days From$7,195

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Machu Picchu & Amazon

By SA Expeditions

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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.

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, National Parks

What travelers are saying

"White glove service from time of pick up, to trip excursions and drop off!"

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8 days From$2,990

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Inca Trail Choquechaca to Machu Picchu Trek

By SA Expeditions

none

Private Guided

Lodging level

Luxury - 5 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Highlights

Wander the winding streets of Cuzco, the one-time capital of the Inca empire, and revel in the city’s Incan and colonial heritage.
A guided tour of the imposing ancient Incan temples of Sacsayhuaman and Koricancha, to discover the history and might of the lost empire.
Three days of privately guided trekking in a remote corner of the Andes which very few Westerners ever see.
Hike with the residents of a remote Andean village that you’ll visit en route. Meet their wives and families and learn about their proud weaving tradition.
Camp next to the spectacularly beautiful Azul Cocha (Blue Lake) and enjoy a celestial star-show before retiring for the night.

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, National Parks, Trekking & Expeditions

What travelers are saying

"White glove service from time of pick up, to trip excursions and drop off!"

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8 days From$3,190

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Wonders of South America

By Jacada Travel

none

Private Guided

Lodging level

Luxury - 5 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Flexible schedule

Highlights

Exploring the Sacred Valley
Tour to Ollantaytambo, Maras & Moray
Explore the areas around Machu Picchu or carry on exploring the ruins
Enjoy the beautiful Cusco city and UNESCO World Heritage site
Enjoy Iguassu Falls stunning natural wonder of the world

Themes

Nature & Wildlife, Hiking & Walking, Local Immersion & Homestays, Birding, Train & Rail Journeys, National Parks, High Adventure

What travelers are saying

"While the staff was unfailingly polite in their communications, I had significant concerns about my experience booking through this travel agency: The primary issue was the clear lack of first-hand destination knowledge among their team members. Despite marketing themselves as a luxury travel provider, the recommendations and arrangements felt more premium-tier at best. This became apparent through several missteps: They booked us into a subpar hotel in Entebbe that was well below the expected quality for the price point Our itinerary included an unnecessary layover in Zanzibar that wasted an entire day, when direct flights were available They scheduled us for an extremely challenging hike despite clear communication about moderate fitness levels, suggesting limited familiarity with the terrain Most disappointingly, when these issues were raised during and after the trip, the company acknowledged their mistakes but was unwilling to provide any meaningful compensation or refund. This stance felt particularly problematic given their admitted errors in judgment and planning. While individual elements of the trip were enjoyable (particularly Chameleon Lodge), I cannot recommend an agency that positions itself as a luxury provider while delivering mid-tier experiences and refusing to make things right when they fall short of expectations. The silver lining was their responsive and pleasant communication style, but politeness alone doesn't make up for fundamental service issues."

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12 days From$6,667

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Signature Peru & Beyond

By Kuoda Travel

premier

Private Guided

Lodging level

Luxury - 5 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Flexible schedule

Highlights

Find out what’s in store for the future with a private coca leaf reading with a local shaman.
Wellness aspect: Enjoy spa treatments and deluxe services throughout your trip
Marvel at the skill of the Peru’s highland weavers, who use the same methods practiced by their ancestors.
Visit rural communities in the Sacred Valley towns of Pisac and Ollantaytambo
Enjoy an atmospheric ride on the luxury, vintage-style, Belmond-owned Hiram Bingham Train.

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, 50 Plus, National Parks, Eco, Sustainable & Green Travel

What travelers are saying

"2 hours ago New Our experience with Kuoda was outstanding! From beginning to end, it was first class. They customized a 4 day trip to Cusco, Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu for us, allowing us to leave our cruise ship in Lima and catch back up with them in Manta, Ecuador 4 days later. Wonderful travel agent that accommodated our every request, fantastic guides. The food was amazing, the accomodations top notch. The personal touches really made it special, from the Whatsapp group set up for our trip to makes us feel in touch and up to date on what was happening, to the surprise visit from the local Supervisor and Owner who met us at our hotel is Cusco. I can not recommend Kuoda enough......if you are planning a trip to South America you need to contact them!"

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9 days From$4,975

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Machu Picchu Luxury Tour

By Kuoda Travel

premier

Private Guided

Lodging level

Luxury - 5 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Flexible schedule

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, Hiking & Walking

What travelers are saying

"2 hours ago New Our experience with Kuoda was outstanding! From beginning to end, it was first class. They customized a 4 day trip to Cusco, Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu for us, allowing us to leave our cruise ship in Lima and catch back up with them in Manta, Ecuador 4 days later. Wonderful travel agent that accommodated our every request, fantastic guides. The food was amazing, the accomodations top notch. The personal touches really made it special, from the Whatsapp group set up for our trip to makes us feel in touch and up to date on what was happening, to the surprise visit from the local Supervisor and Owner who met us at our hotel is Cusco. I can not recommend Kuoda enough......if you are planning a trip to South America you need to contact them!"

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8 days From$7,683

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Luxury South America Ruins & Archaeology Trips & Packages Tours & Trips

28 Luxury South America Ruins & Archaeology Trips & Packages trips. Tours from 14 tour companies. 20 reviews.

Andes Highland Haciendas

Galapagos Luxury Travel Origin Of Species

Peru Luxury Tour Center Of The Inca Universe

Machu Picchu & Amazon

Inca Trail Choquechaca to Machu Picchu Trek

Wonders of South America

Signature Peru & Beyond

Machu Picchu Luxury Tour

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Luxury South America Ruins & Archaeology Trips & Packages Reviews

We experienced Cusco, Trekking through the Andes

Amazing experience and all first class!

Amazing people

Thank you for a memorable tri

Fantastic experience we had in Peru