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San Pedro Claver Plaza, Cartagena
$2,420
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Colombia Highlights

Bogota to Cartagena - 9 Day Itinerary
  • Explore the vibrant city of Bogota
  • Visit churches in Bogota
  • Discover Salamina with your guide
  • Visit Hacienda Venecia coffee farm
  • Visit Cartagena's historical sites
  • Swim and snorkel in Tierra Bomba
Starts / Ends:
Bogota / Cartagena
Activities:
Hacienda Visits, Hiking, Homestays, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Relaxed
On this 9-day tour, you'll enjoy some of the favorite destinations in Colombia. Start your journey in the vibrant city of Bogota, where you'll find spectacular churches, learn about local food, and dance the traditional salsa. Next, head deep into Salamina, one of Colombia's splendid …
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Hike at White Hills
$110
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White Hill Protected Forest - Short Trail

Activities:
Land, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
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Guanacos in Torres del Paine Park
$13,786
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Patagonia: Chilean Fjords and Argentina’s Staten Island

Puerto Natales - Ushuaia - 10 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Orion
  • Explore Isla de los Estados
  • Venture into wildlife reserves
  • Take advantage of superb photo ops
  • Zodiac cruise, kayak, and hike
Activities:
Kayaking, Land & Sea Exploration, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Remote and largely inaccessible, Patagonia is the essence of wilderness—a maze of channels and islands. Venture deep into Chile’s glorious fjords past incandescent icebergs and massive glaciers. From the “land of fire,” Tierra del Fuego, to the jagged spires of Torres del …
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Sunset over Cartagena, Colombia
$1,757
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Cartagena Adventure

5 Day Itinerary
  • Visit Cartagena's historical sites
  • Prepare dishes with a local chef
  • Taste the best liquor in Colombia
  • Visit the Bazurto market
  • Swim in Tierra Bomba
  • Learn about Palenque de San Basilio
Starts / Ends:
Cartagena / Cartagena
Activities:
Cooking Classes, Local Market Visits, Village Visits, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:
Easy Active
Explore the diverse and colorful heritage of Cartagena on a captivating trip. Begin with a rum and chocolate tasting masterclass, exploring Colombia's finest liquors and sweets. Dive into the culinary scene with a market tour and hands-on cooking class, preparing a four-course meal from fresh, …
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Dancing, music and wonder at the Oruro Festival
$2,542
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Oruro Carnaval and Lake Titicaca

9 Day Itinerary
  • Explore Lake Titicaca
  • Enjoy the Parade of Dancers
  • Visit a working silver mine
  • Climb El Calvario to great views
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Festival Visits, Local Market Visits
Activity Level:
Relaxed
This 9-day trip combines a trip to Oruro with visits to Tihuanaco and Lake Titicaca. Oruro’s Carnaval celebrations have made this mining town a colorful destination at the beginning of Lent for Bolivians and international travelers who come here for a pilgrimmage of dance, music, and …
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Red scarlet macaw in flight
$2,297
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Rio de Janeiro and Amazon Clipper Cruise

8 Day Itinerary
  • Enjoy views of Rio de Janeiro
  • Visit Christ the Redeemer
  • Learn about local flora and fauna
  • Canoe along the Rio Negro
Starts / Ends:
Rio de Janeiro / Manaus
Activities:
Hiking, Land, Land & Sea, Rainforest Exploration, River Cruise, Snorkeling, Urban Exploration, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Begin your tour exploring the highlights of Rio de Janerio, the vibrant city tucked between the densely-forested mountains and the white sand beaches. Visit the mountaintops of Corcovado and Sugarloaf, from which you'll have stunning 360-degree views, and stroll the beaches of Ipanema and …
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Landscape of mainland Ecuador
$4,421
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Ultimate Ecuador

15 Day Itinerary
  • Bike Pichincha Volcano
  • Visit Bellavista Cloudforest
  • Horseback riding in Cotopaxi
  • See the Noneno Community
Activities:
Biking, Camping, Fishing, Hacienda, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Kayaking, Land, Local Market, Rainforest Exploration, Village Visit, Whitewater Rafting, Wilderness Lodge, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Moderate
Jump right into the action with a fast-paced mountain bike descent down Pinchincha Volcano, then settle into a lodge perched above the cloudforest canopy. Continue the adventure with a whitewater rafting trip before setting off to hike, horseback ride near the Cotopaxi Volcano. Then experience a …
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Pose with stunning Machu Picchu as your backdrop during your travels to Peru
$4,804
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Inti Raymi + Inca Trail

11 Day Itinerary
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Camping, Festival Visits, Hiking, Land Tours, Local Market Visits
Activity Level:
Challenging
Walk in the footsteps of the Inca on one of the world's oldest pilgrimages, the Inca Trail. The 4-day Inca Trail trek is an exciting, high mountain experience where we climb up to 4200 meters, passing glacier covered peaks and descending into lush, green cloudforest. To acclimatize for our …
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Whitewater Rafting during Colombia Tour
$5,209
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Andes to Caribbean Multisport

12 Day Itinerary
  • Hike the Las Cárcavas & Ráquira
  • Bike through iconic sites of Bogota
  • Raft on Rio Fonce
  • Learn about the ancient Tayrona
Starts / Ends:
Bogota / Cartagena
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Biking, Hiking, Urban Exploration, Whitewater Rafting, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Moderate
This Colombia multisport trip begins in Bogota where you hit the trails, both on foot and mountain bike, in the Santander region. Raft Colombia's best one-day river, the Chicamocha Gorge, and enjoy the turquoise water and lush rainforest of Colombia's Caribbean coast. This Colombia trip …
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Hikers take in sweeping views on the O Trek
$3,388
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Torres del Paine O Circuit

Small Group Trek - 10 Day Itinerary
  • Trek John Gardner Pass
  • Circle Paine Massif
  • Witness the Towers
  • Enjoy camping
Starts / Ends:
Puerto Natales / Punta Arenas
Activities:
Camping, Hiking
Activity Level:
Challenging
Trek through some of Torres del Paine's most challenging and beautiful terrain on this epic 10-day hiking adventure on the O Circuit, also referred to as the "Paine Circuit". Steep inclines meet stunning vistas, and Chile's vast, untamed wilderness comes alive along the …
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Beautiful Galapagos landscape
$9,600
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Islands Circumnavigation

15 Day Itinerary aboard Samba
  • See sea lions on Mosquera
  • Explore in the Mangrove forest
  • Enjoy a volcanic Olivine beach
  • Take incredible photos of landscape
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Embark on a 15-day circumnavigation through the hidden wonders of the Galapagos. Indulge your senses and bask in the beauty that surrounds you while on vacation in this incredible place. Wander across island trails, explore peaceful lagoons full of unique birdlife, swim and snorkel in crystalline …
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Kayaking Tagus Cove
$4,800
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Northwest Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Samba
  • See sea lions on Mosquera
  • Observe the nesting of boobies
  • Explore in the Mangrove forest
  • Hiking and observe the twin craters
Starts / Ends:
Baltra / Baltra
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Explore all the Northwestern islands have to offer on this amazing 8-day cruise that is packed full of outstanding opportunities to snorkel, swim, and wander through the islands of this archipelago. The Northwest islands are known for their striking volcanic features, pristine white sandy beaches, …
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Uakari Floating Lodge
$1,912
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Rio de Janeiro and Uakari Amazon Lodge

8 Day Itinerary
  • Enjoy views of Rio de Janeiro
  • Visit Christ the Redeemer
  • Learn about local flora and fauna
  • Canoe through flooded forests
Starts / Ends:
Rio de Janeiro / Uakari Floating Lodge
Activities:
Hiking, Land, Rainforest Exploration, Snorkeling, Urban Exploration, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Begin your explorations in Rio de Janeiro, a city shaped by historical events, a diversity of cultures, and a dramatically beautiful landscape. From there fly to the entrance of the Amazon, Manaus, where you spend a day exploring local markets with your guide. Next, set off to discover the Amazon …
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Adventures in Patagonia! Reaching Torres del Paine!
$1,564
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Hotel del Paine - Torres del Paine

3 Day Itinerary
  • Hike to the Base of the Towers
  • 4x4 adventure through the Park
  • Choose your own way to explore
Activities:
Hiking
Activity Level:
Moderate
For those who are short on time but big on adventure, take advantage of our quick Torres del Paine extension. Rest and relax at Hotel del Paine or adventure through Torres del Paine National Park. Hike in gorgeous landscapes and jagged glaciated ranges as you explore vast expanses on this Patagonia …
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Ice and water along Antarctic Peninsula
$27,715
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Antarctica and Patagonia: Legendary Ice and Epic Fjords (Northbound)

18 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Explorer
  • Navigate Chile’s coastal fjords
  • Explore Torres del Paine by hiking
  • See Antarctic's Wildlife
  • Explore Glacier Alley and Fjord
Starts / Ends:
Buenos Aires / Punta Arenas
Activities:
Adventure Options, Kayaking, Land & Sea Exploration, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Experience an extraordinary cruise aboard the National Geographic Explorer, beginning in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Venture to Ushuaia, where you'll embark on your Antarctic adventure. Fly to Ushuaia and explore Tierra del Fuego National Park. Sail through the Drake Passage while enjoying …
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Fitz Roy -- view during Day 2
$5,671
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Argentina Patagonia Explorer

11 Day Itinerary
  • Trek the classic Fitz Roy route
  • Enjoy two nights of camping
  • Explore Perito Moreno Glacier
  • Enjoy unique views of Bariloche
  • Visit regional craft beer factories
  • Kayak at Lake Nahuel Huapi
Starts / Ends:
Buenos Aires / El Calafate
Activities:
Camping, Hiking, Kayaking
Activity Level:
Challenging
From Buenos Aires head south, lace your boots, and take to the mountains to begin your Patagonia trekking adventure. Fly to El Calafate, a charming Patagonian city, then on to the small mountain town of El Chalten, where you'll spend 4 full days exploring the inspiring mountains of the …
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Los Glaciares in Patagonia
$26,262
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Antarctica and Patagonia: Legendary Ice and Epic Fjords (Southbound)

17 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Resolution
  • Seek out Antarctica’s wildlife
  • Visit Torres del Paine National Pa
  • Enjoy Tierra del Fuego
  • Cruise pristine waters
Starts / Ends:
Santiago / Santiago
Activities:
Hiking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
The southernmost realms of the planet are places of unimaginable beauty, where humpback whales breach and penguins gather by the thousands, where icebergs shimmer and sapphire-hued fjords harbor snowcapped peaks and virgin forests. Join us on an odyssey aboard the National Geographic Resolution …
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Spotting the continent of Antarctica
$26,974
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Quest for the Antarctic Circle

Argentina to Argentina - 16 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance
  • Cross the famous Drake Passage
  • Possibly encounter killer whales
  • See icebergs, glaciers and wildlife
  • Sail towards Antarctic Circle
Starts / Ends:
Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activities:
Adventure Options, Kayaking, Small Ship Sailing, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Set sail on a 16-day Antarctic Circle cruise. Start in Buenos Aires, then fly to Ushuaia, Argentina’s southernmost city. Embark on the National Geographic Endurance, sailing across the Drake Passage. Explore the Antarctic Circle with flexible activities, including kayaking near massive …
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