Tours and Trips in Central and South America

Tour the hilltop neighborhood of Santa Teresa and visit the lush Tijuca National Park on a private 6-hour tour from Rio. Stroll through the historic neighborhood of Santa Teresa, filled with narrow alleyways, town squares and colonial mansions. Continue to Tijuca National Park, the largest urban forest in the world. Learn about the native flora and fauna endemic to the Atlantic rainforest through your guide's informative commentary. Travel round-trip in an air-conditioned private vehicle with a professional photographer to capture images of your adventure. End your adventure with a souvenir photo and a digital photo album on a high-resolution DVD.

This 6-hour private tour gives you an introduction to Sugar Loaf Mountain, Urca, and the Vidigal favela (the Brazilian term for shantytown). Ride the cable car up Sugar Loaf Mountain for views of Rio and its beaches, then hit up a happy hour with drinks and snacks in Vidigal. Learn about the challenges favela communities in Rio face through your guide's commentary. Pickup and drop-off at Rio accommodations included.

Summon your courage for a 3-hour private rappelling tour at Turtle Stone from Rio de Janeiro. With your expert adventure guide, spend time rappelling and trekking in this less-visited area which features unspoiled beaches and sheer cliffs. Admire the wild greenery and listen to the waves crashing on the beaches below as you rappel 144 feet (44 meters) over beachside cliffs. All equipment, entrance fees and activities are included.

Visit Tijuca Forest, the largest urban forest in the world on this private, 4-hour photography tour. Located in the heart of Rio de Janeiro, a few minutes from the main districts of the city, Tijuca Forest preserves hundreds of species of flora and fauna found only in the Atlantic Forest. Along with a professional photographer guide, see Horto Waterfall, Cascatinha Taunay (Cascatinha waterfall), Observatório Nacional (Vista Chinesa), Emperor's Table and more. Afterward, receive a high-resolution digital photo album and a printed souvenir photo. Hotel pickup/drop-off included.

Visit one of Rio de Janeiro's most popular neighborhoods, Santa Teresa, on this private, 4-hour photography walking tour. Along with a professional photographer guide, learn about the diverse history and culture while witnessing a neighborhood full of squares and cultural spaces. Visit the famous Escadaria Selarón (Selarón Steps), Centro Cultural Municipal Parque das Ruínas (Ruins Park) and Museu da Chácara do C eu, featuring European & Brazilian art. Afterward, receive a high-resolution digital photo album from the tour and a printed souvenir photo. Hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Explore Sao Paulo in just a few hours with this private tour by foot and vehicle. Follow your private guide to hit all the highlights of the city, including the Catedral da S e, the Italian Tower and City Hall, the Tea Bridge and Paulista Avenue. Choose from 3-hour or 5-hour options; the latter includes spending time in some residential neighborhoods and local markets. Along the way, enjoy engaging, informative commentary from your private local guide. Round-trip transportation from Sao Paulo hotels is included.

Enjoy a breathtaking view of Rio de Janeiro on this private, 4-hour photography tour. Along with a professional photographer guide, explore a hallmark of Rio de Janeiro. Ride a cable car to the top of Urca Mountain, featuring the beautiful scenery of Botafogo and Guanabara Bay below. Take an optional helicopter ride to escalate the view even more. Then enjoy a panoramic view, including an amazing sunset, from Sugar Loaf Mountain. Afterward, receive a high-resolution digital photo album from the tour and a printed souvenir photo. Hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Enjoy hiking in Tijuca National Park with your own personal guide and finish with a refreshing dip under a waterfall. Hike up to Pedra Bonita for sweeping views of Rio de Janeiro including the beaches and surrounding Tijuca Forest. See the Christ the Redeemer statue and more from the Chinese Pavilion before arriving at Horto Waterfall. This 6-hour private tour includes round-trip hotel transport.

Standing on the shores of the Rio Plata it seems it seems almost like an ocean. This boat tour of San Isidro and the Tigre Delta explores these communities built on stilts. Round trip from your hotel, admire several key sites before cruising through the islands of the Tigre River Delta where the roads are made of water. Grab a bite, take in the sights then head back to your hotel.

Learn about everyday life in Lima as you walk through the city's most popular neighborhoods of Barranco and Miraflores on this private tour. Visit popular parks, well-known snack spots, the Inca Market, and more, all while hearing tales of the city's history and modern culture from your guide. This private tour is conducted with just your guide and your private group and includes hotel pickup and drop-off.

Explore the most important landmarks and highlights of Rio de Janeiro during this 8-hour tour with a private guide. Visit sites like the legendary Christ the Redeemer statue atop Corcovado Mountain, Maracana Stadium, the Carioca Aqueduct and the Selaron Steps in Lapa. Take a cable car ride to the top of Sugar Loaf Mountain and enjoy fantastic views of the city sprawled below in the afternoon light. Round-trip transportation from Rio hotels is included.

Get a new perspective on Rio de Janeiro with a 6-hour, private tour of the city's extraordinary lookout points. Capture classic images of Sugarloaf Mountain and the Christ the Redeemer statue from the Mirante Dona Marta, then enter the Tijuca National Park to see the panoramic views at the Vista Chinesa. Enjoy time to explore the lush forest, and pause for a local lunch in the glamorous Zona Sul. Visit the Pedra Bonita lookout, then finish your day with a fresh Caipirinha in the Vidigal favela, high above the city.

Explore the timeless neighborhoods and stately landmarks of South Buenos Aires on a 3-hour private tour, including hotel pick-up and drop-off. Start at Plaza de Mayo, the epicenter of historic Buenos Aires and see the Teatro Colon, Cabildo, Casa Rosada and Metropolitan Cathedral. Stroll the cobblestone lanes of San Telmo and Monserrat, then visit the old port and painted houses of notorious La Boca. Finish with a taste of modern Buenos Aires in the redeveloped waterfront district of Puerto Madero.

See all of Rio's highlights on this guided private sightseeing tour. Spend as much or as little time as you like and customize your own itinerary to your interests, whether they be sports, art, history or food. Travel between stops in your comfortable private vehicle, enjoying commentary from your local guide. Upgrade your tour with a trip by cog train through Tijuca Forest to the top of Corcovado Mountain or by cable car to the summit of Sugar Loaf Mountain.

Combine the artist enclave of Santa Teresa with the historic city center on this private tour of Rio. A professional photographer serves as your personal guide and captures images of popular landmarks. See the Escadaria Selarón (Selaron Steps) and preserved mansions, then stroll past the Metropolitan Cathedral, Confeitaria Colombo, Municipal Theatre, Tiradentes Palace and Paco Imperial (Imperial Palace) in the Centro. Receive a digital high-resolution album as a souvenir. Your 6-hour tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off by private vehicle.

Join this amazing private 10-hour kayak and culture adventure from Puno. Kayak about 6 mi/10 km from the peninsula of Capachica to Taquile where you'll enjoy lunch in a local house and learn about the local customs with commentary provided by your guide. Take a motorboat to Uros floating islands, known for the unique village lifestyle set among the totora reeds. Hotel pickup and drop-off, lunch, safety gear and all equipment is included.

Enjoy personalized attention and a flexible itinerary on this combination tour to Santos city and Guaruja Beach. Spend time in the area's outdoors, including the beautiful beaches, and then immerse yourself in the history of Santos. The ride from Sao Paulo passes through the Atlantic Rainforest on a scenic byway. Hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Tour the 25 miles (40 km) of pristine beaches on Rio's southern coastline with a private guide. During this private tour from the city of Rio with up to 4 people, drive through the Tijuca National Forest to reach the stretch of unspoiled beaches south of the city. Spend time with your toes in the sand and the tropical sun on your back. Swim in the turquoise waters and relax during this break from the frenetic pace of the city. Enjoy the flexibility and customization that comes with booking a private tour.

Tour Rio de Janeiro your way, with a private car and driver, during this fully customizable tour. Choose the landmarks and attractions that you want to visit, such as Christ the Redeemer atop Corcovado, Sugar Loaf Mountain, the Selarón Steps, the Metropolitan Cathedral and the city's famous beaches. Learn about the food, language, culture and history of the city and its inhabitants from your informative local guide while you explore. Round trip transportation in a comfortable, air-conditioned private vehicle is included.

Explore Parque Lage and the beaches south of Rio during this flexible private tour. With a dedicated guide and up to 4 people, travel through the Tijuca National Forest to access the beautiful landscapes just outside the city's borders. Stroll through Parque Lage, nestled at the foot of Corcovado Mountain, then continue on to the yellow sand and azure waters of the coast. Enjoy flexibility and personal attention on this customizable private tour.