Latin America

Luxury Latin America Tours and Vacations

Latin America boasts some of the world’s most spectacular landscapes, from glistening glaciers to the soaring Andes, and remote sandy beaches. Toss in the incredible UNESCO World Heritage Sites and outstanding array of cuisines, and one could spend a year or more here and just barely scrape the surface. It’s ideal for a relaxed retreat or an adventurous getaway with stunning natural wonders matched by the vibrant and diverse cultures. With 20 countries to choose from, there’s a destination for everyone, making for a challenging decision, but we’ve listed some of the standouts, what to do and more to help you plan your visit.

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Latin America is one of my favourite destinations due to its diverse landscapes, vibrant cultural heritage, and historical significance. Its unique ecosystems, such as the Amazon, are truly humbling. The region’s fusion of indigenous, European, and African influences is evident in its lively arts and traditions. It’s a captivating part of the world and I can’t help to be on hand to plan your trip.

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Maite Paz

Latin America Specialist

Curated Tours of Latin America

Experience Latin America properly with our customized Latin America itineraries.

When to go: Year round

Galapagos & Machu Picchu

Lima, Cusco, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Galapagos
12 Nights
From $7,431 PP
Visit Ecuador and Peru on this tour that brings you to two amazing world wonders: the Galapagos Islands and Machu Picchu. It all starts in Peru’s capital city of Lima followed by a flight to Cusco where you’ll explore the Sacred Valley and hop on the famous glass-ceiling trail to visit the “Lost City” of Machu Picchu and its remarkable Inca ruins, including the Temple of the Sun, with an expert private guide. Traveling to Quito, Ecuador, you’ll catch a flight to the Galapagos where an elegant motor yacht waits to bring you on an island-hopping adventure, complete with a naturalist guide (top-level 3 certified). There will be daily excursions, including opportunities to snorkel and hike, evening lectures, and more. Of course, the highlight is coming face-to-face with animals like the Galapagos tortoise, sea lions, marine and land iguanas, fur seals, penguins, and blue-footed boobies.

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Galapagos Island Hopping

The Galapagos Islands
9 Nights
From $7,215 PP
This 10-day island hopping tour is perfect for people who do not want to sleep on board a boat. You will stay in hotels on three of the islands and explore the areas around them. Land-based highlights include the giant tortoises on Santa Cruz, hiking up the Sierra Negra Volcano, exploring uninhabited islands and walking with iguanas. The snorkelling in the Galapagos is incredible due to the great visibility, you can swim with sea lions, penguins, rays and marine iguanas. There are plenty of opportunities to relax on idyllic beaches or take a kayak along the coastline to spot the many birds nesting on the shore. In the evenings you can walk through the small towns and have dinner at a local restaurant.

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Luxury Galapagos Explorer

Quito, Cloud Forest, Galapagos Islands
12 Nights
From $10,873 PP
Explore Ecuador’s highlights on this 13-day trip, staying in luxury accommodation with expert guides. You will start your tour at the capital of Ecuador, Quito. Built by the Spanish in 1534 on the ruins of an Incan city, it is one of the best-preserved old towns in South America. You will continue your adventure by traveling to the Cloud Forest for two nights at Masphi Lodge, a luxury property in the forest with a wide range of activities available. Your tour culminates in a 7-night cruise in the Galapagos Islands on the luxurious Elite Yacht. Spend your days on the water visiting the islands and spotting the incredible wildlife. Your naturalist guides will accompany you as you explore on foot, by boat, or swimming taking in the flora and fauna of this unique ecosystem.

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Quito, Galapagos & Hacienda

Quito, Galapagos, Hacienda La Danesa
8 Nights
From $8,307 PP
The Galapagos Islands entice travelers from around the world as a bucket list destination with legendary, abundant wildlife despite being a small archipelago in the middle of the eastern Pacific some 600 miles off the Ecuadorian coast. Everything from penguins and 24 species of whales to giant tortoises, sea lions, marine iguanas, and blue-footed boobies can be encountered here. The species that arrived at these remote islands managed to survive not by diversifying but by evolving specific traits to suit the environment. An adventure that will provide memories of a lifetime, a trip here begins in Ecuador’s high-elevation capital city of Quito before island-hopping through the Galapagos. Learn about the geology, unique wildlife, and Charles Darwin as well as enjoy activities like swimming, snorkeling, and nature walks along the way. You’ll even get to learn about Ecuadorian chocolate production, make your own, and taste a sample.

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Small Boat Galapagos Cruise

Quito, Galapagos Islands
6 Nights
From $6,129 PP
Your tour starts in Ecuador’s capital, Quito, a UNESCO World Heritage site built in 1543 by the Spanish. One of the best-preserved examples of a historic colonial city in South America, you will spend two nights here and have a guided tour of the sights. You will then fly to the Galapagos Islands where you will board your yacht for four nights sailing around this unique ecosystem. The cruise focuses on the Central and Western Islands, including visits to Isabela and Fernandina Island, two highlights of the Galapagos Islands. There are expert guides on board to take you to explore the islands, there are opportunities to hike, swim, snorkel and kayak on your voyage.

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Peru in Style

Urubamba, Aguas Calientes, Cusco, Lima, Amazon
10 Nights
From $5,144 PP
This 11-day trip combines two incredible adventures into one, exploring the mystical Amazon River and the region’s abundant wildlife on a river cruise and the wonder of Machu Picchu. You’ll spend three nights on the riverboat and a week taking in the wonders of the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu, stepping into the shoes of Indiana Jones. It all begins by flying into Cusco, Peru, taking you from the pinnacle of the fascinating Inca civilization to the remote jungle, while enjoying luxuries throughout. Discover rich culture and history as you meet with local villagers who are keeping ancient traditions alive and enjoy private tours led by expert guides for an in-depth understanding of it all. Accommodation is 4 or 5-star all the way, from high-end hotels with lavish spas to the riverboat with handmade Peruvian artifacts, a sundeck with a plunge pool, and suites with panoramic windows for taking in the jungle views.

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Highlights of Peru

Lima, Arequipa, Colca, Lake Titicaca, Cusco, Machu Picchu
12 Nights
From $4,173 PP
Explore the highlights of Southern Peru on this 13-day trip. Spend time learning about the colonial history and Spanish conquest of Peru in the cities of Lima and Arequipa. Enjoy the natural beauty of the Colca Valley and Lake Titicaca, the lake is home to the unique Uros people and you get the opportunity to spend time on their reed islands. Your tour culminates at the incredible Machu Picchu, built in 1450 by the Inca Emperor Pachacuti. Machu Picchu lay undiscovered, covered in jungle, until 1911 when it was rediscovered by American historian Hiram Bingham. Built as a royal retreat in the mountains, Machu Pichu is now one of the most visited historical sights in the world.

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Luxury Peru Honeymoon

Lima, Sacred Valley, Cusco, Machu Picchu
8 Nights
From $3,741 PP
Explore the ancient and colonial history of Peru on this relaxed 9-day trip. Your honeymoon starts in Lima, renowned for its restaurants and vibrant culture. You will then continue south to the Sacred Valley and the former Incan capital, Cusco. The area is littered with Incan ruins and full of history as well as being an area of stunning natural beauty. You will explore the area on foot and on horseback with expert guides. There are opportunities to engage with communities and learn about the local way of life. The highlight of any trip to Peru is a visit to Machu Picchu. You will take the train to the iconic Machu Picchu where you will spend two days exploring the famous citadel.

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Argentina & Chile: Discover Patagonia

Santiago, Torres Del Paine, El Calafate, Bariloche, Puerto Varas
14 Nights
From $10,784 PP
A two-week trip covering both Argentinian and Chilean Patagonia for the trip of a lifetime that starts in Chile’s capital, you’ll witness some of the most breath-taking scenery on the planet as you venture through Torres del Paine with its soaring granite pillars and Los Glaciares National Park, marveling at sparkling mountain lakes, icy glaciers, and craggy peaks, along the way. Discover time-honored traditions and gaucho life, including an opportunity to ride horses with the best. Encounter all sorts of wildlife, explore the famous Swiss-like town of Bariloche, and travel across the Andes to Puerto Varas before returning to where it all began. In between, look forward to inspiring guided tours and plenty of opportunities to sample the tasty local food and drink, including delectable chocolate and craft brews.

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Chile & Argentina with Australis Cruise

Santiago, Torres del Paine, Punta Arenas, Tuckers Islets, Glacier Alley, Cape Horn, Ushuaia
10 Nights
From $5,525 PP
Discover wild Patagonia, shared by Chile and Argentina, spread over South America. Sometimes referred to as a place at “the end of the world,” it’s a remote and spectacular region, comprised of everything from desert to the soaring Andes Mountains with surreal emerald lakes, blue-tinged glaciers, ice-carved fjords, rushing rivers, and subpolar forests. It has two coasts, one edging the Pacific to the west and the other framed by the Atlantic to the east. This vast, untamed land is ripe for adventure, a hiker’s paradise, and a wildlife enthusiast’s dream. Our 11-day journey begins in Santiago, with time to explore Chile’s capital before jetting off to Punta Arenas in the far south. You’ll have three full days to explore the magnificent Torres del Paine National Park before embarking on a 4-night cruise that uncovers the Argentinian side of Patagonia too, concluding in Buenos Aires, the “Paris of the south.”

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Luxury Argentina

Mendoza, Buenos Aires, Bariloche
9 Nights
From $4,643 PP
Travel through Argentina in style on a luxury tour of this country that’s long been viewed as one of the most fascinating and cosmopolitan destinations in South America. It has a rich history, a European feel, and diverse landscapes, with everything from soaring mountains, sparkling turquoise lakes, beautiful beaches and rushing rivers, to exciting cities and renowned wine country where the sun is almost always shining, and deliciously locally produced vino is never far away. There will be plenty of opportunities to sample mouth-watering local dishes, indulge in pampering spa treatments, watch or even dance the tango, and experience timeless traditions. Along the way, you’ll be led by expert guides on unforgettable excursions that will leave you with memories that are sure to last a lifetime.

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Why we love private tours of Latin America

Maite Paz

Latin America Specialist

Private tours in Latin America can encompass a wide range of experiences. We love to design them for our clients as it can mean everything from exploring the exotic wildlife in the Galapagos to dancing the tango in Buenos Aires. With a private tour, you get to see it all through the eyes of a local bringing the opportunity for an authentic, in-depth look at the culture.

If you enjoy gazing out at magnificent scenery, you’re in for a treat. In the extreme south, you’ll find blue-tinged glaciers while the dramatic snow-covered peaks of the Andes, the world’s longest mountain chain cover seven different Latin American countries. Beach lovers can discover remote and beautiful sandy beaches framed by the dazzling blue of the Caribbean, the Pacific, and the Atlantic.

Countless UNESCO World Heritage Sites await, like remarkable Macchu Picchu, while the diverse landscapes provide a long list of possible outdoor adventures.

Best Places to go in Latin America

It would take nearly a lifetime to see and do everything Latin America has to offer, from the wildlife-filled jungle in Costa Rica and the unique and biodiverse paradise of the Galapagos to the Chilean Lake District and Argentina’s wine country.

Argentina
Argentina offers everything from the Andes’ majestic peaks and glaciers to gaucho culture, wine country, and South America’s largest and most cosmopolitan center, Buenos Aires, with tango dancing in the streets.
Argentina
Chile
Chile boasts wild Patagonian landscape providing an outdoor adventurer’s paradise, while Easter Island draws those seeking to learn the mystery of the Moai and the Atacama Desert is renowned for unrivaled stargazing.
Chile
Peru
In Peru, one can gaze upon the remarkable ancient ruins of Machu Picchu and discover an astounding range of landscapes, from the arid plains of Nazca with mysterious geoglyphs to lush Amazon jungle.
Peru
Ecuador
In one day you can drive from Ecuador’s Pacific coast with spectacular beaches for surfing to the Amazon Rainforest, passing Andean volcanoes, while the extraordinary Galapagos lies 600 miles off the mainland.
Ecuador
Galapagos
One of the world’s top spots for viewing unique wildlife, in the Galapagos one can see everything from the largest tortoise species to sea lions, penguins, marine iguanas, blue-footed booby birds, and more.
Galapagos Islands

Best time to visit Latin America

With its vast size, varying weather, and altitude contrasts, there is no single best time of year to visit Latin America. Southern Patagonia is best visited during the warmer months from November to February with this region experiencing Scandinavian-type weather conditions. Further north toward the equator, the climate is much warmer. May through September is best for Peru as the driest season, while the summer months of December through March bring warmth and long days to Chile’s Atacama Desert. Costa Rica enjoys the sunniest and driest weather between December and April but it’s greener and quieter in May and June.

What to do in Latin America

It would take a book to include everything there is to do in Latin America. Whether you’re looking for cosmopolitan cities and an array of rich cultural attractions or nature and outdoor adventure, the sky is truly the limit here.

A bucket-list journey to Macchu Pichu
Whether embarking on an epic four-day life-affirming hike or an easier train ride, one can discover one of the world’s most captivating “lost cities” in Peru. Machu Picchu is home to the Inca’s magnificent former palaces, temples, and living quarters, all set against a backdrop of lush and dramatic craggy peaks.
Discover the Galapagos and its Unique Wildlife
The Galapagos is a veritable living museum as an isolated archipelago 600 miles off the Ecuadoran mainland. Discover mammal, reptile, and bird species that exist nowhere else – enjoy encounters with giant tortoises that live up to 200 years old, snorkel alongside marine iguanas and penguins, and saunter quietly through lounging sea lions.
Tango, Food & Wine in Argentina
In the cosmopolitan capital of Buenos Aires, dine on juicy steaks in renowned steakhouses and then watch the sultry tango dance in legendary venues or even impromptu performances in the streets. Afterward, head to Mendoza for some touring and tasting in the continent’s capital of wine production with over 1,200 wineries.