See the heart of Incan Peru: colonial Cusco, and the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. Explore the museums, markets, restaurants and ruins of fascinating Cusco before strapping on your hiking boots to tackle the famous trail on this independent adventure. A rite of passage for many visitors to Peru, the Inca Trail is a challenging, […]
Read MoreAvoid the crowds on this independent adventure and head off the beaten track! The challenging Lares Trek is a great alternative to the Inca Trail, offering opportunities for insight into rural Andean life as the trail passes through very remote mountain communities, allowing hikers learn about the Inca’s fascinating culture. Sandwich it between charming colonial […]
Read MoreGet a unique perspective on local Peruvian life. Relax on the pristine waters of Lake Titicaca and immerse yourself in rural indigenous culture. Get a first-hand experience of the people who live life in ways we can hardly imagine on a homestay opportunity in a small village. Explore the village, get to know your hosts […]
Read MoreLake Titicaca is not only the largest lake in South America, it’s also overflowing with culture and history. Sitting at 3838m above sea level, this is the highest navigable lake in the world. Take a day trip on the lake to meet its most famous residents—the Uros people, who live on floating, man-made islands made […]
Read MoreThis comfortable and compact adventure serves up Machu Picchu, one of the world’s true treasures, in style. In colonial Cusco, once the epicentre of the Inca Empire, you’ll spend a day exploring its Spanish, indigenous and natural highlights. You’ll ride the rails through the spectacular Urubamba Valley to Machu Picchu, perched on a mountain ridge. […]
Read MoreMagnificent Machu Picchu should be on every traveller’s lifetime must-see list. In colonial Cusco, once the epicentre of the Inca Empire, you’ll spend a day exploring its Spanish, indigenous and natural highlights. You’ll ride the rails through the spectacular Urubamba Valley to Machu Picchu, perched dramatically on a mountain ridge. Then, let your local guide […]
Read MoreDiscover the Nazca Lines, one of the world’s great enigmas. The Nazca Lines, 1,000 year-old figures etched into the desert floor, are visible in their entirety from the air. Travel to the plains near Nazca, board the included flight and marvel at the ever-changing desert landscape. You’ll witness incredible stylized figures, including a monkey and […]
Read MoreSpend eight days independently exploring the “land of the Incas” including Lima, Lake Titicaca, Cusco and two unforgettable train journeys. Visit the highest lake in the world and discover the unique city of Puno before hopping on the Andean Explorer train for the scenic journey into the Andes to Cusco. Explore Cusco and the Sacred […]
Read MoreIf you’re looking for a life-changing experience then volunteering in the favelas of Rio de Janeiro while enjoying the sites and sounds of Brazil is right for you. Spend the weekdays assisting in a community-run daycare that provides support to over 100 children and youth, and spend your free weekends touring Rio. What’s Included 10 […]
Read MoreDiscover one of Brazil’s most untouched colonial towns. UNESCO World Heritage site Paraty sits on a bay, surrounded by lush hills and countless islands and coves. Every day, the streets closest to the sea flood with the tide—some residents take boats to their doors! Charming and full of cafes, Paraty is not to be missed. […]
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