Special Interest

Want to combine a particular interest with travel to Latin America? Ask our expert consultants about the weird and wonderful special interest tours we can help you with - from small independent tours to groups and conferences, we’ve got it covered. If you can’t find what you’re looking for below - give us a call and we’ll design something special just for you.

Country / City	Tour	Per Person (Twin Share)	Days
Costa Rica - San Jose Costa Rica - Pacuare River	Pacaure River Rafting	715 AUD	3
Ecuador - Quito Ecuador - Otavalo	Chaski Antawa Rail Journey- Avenue of the Volcanoes	1160 AUD	4
Bolivia - La Paz Bolivia - Mountain Range	Condoriri - mountaineering in the Andes	1520 AUD	4
Ecuador - Quito Ecuador - Galapagos	Galapagos Walking Tour- Isabela Island	2110 AUD	5
Chile -Chiloé Archipelago	Sea kayaking the Chiloe Archipelago	1135 AUD	5
Chile - Punta Arenas Chile - Torres del Paine	Torres del Paine- W Trek	1440 AUD	5
Bolivia - Santa Cruz Bolivia - Amboró National Park Bolivia - Vallegrande Bolivia - La Higuera	On the Trail of Che Guevara	1630 AUD	6
Brazil - Atacama Desert	Atacama Desert Trek	2080 AUD	7
Argentina - Tucuman Argentina - Cafayate Argentina - Cachi Argentina - Salta Argentina - Purmamarca	Cacti & Canyons- self drive Argentina's Northwest	1400 AUD	7
Peru - Cuzco Peru - Sacred Valley	Choquequirao- The Cradle of Gold	1250 AUD	7
Peru - Cuzco Peru - Sacred Valley	Inca Trail Discovery- Cuzco to Cuzco	1425 AUD	7
Peru - Cuzco Peru - Sacred Valley	Lares Trek- The Weaver's Way to Machu Picchu	1510 AUD	7
Chile - Punta Arenas Chile - Torres del Paine	Torres del Paine- W Trek	1915 AUD	7
Bolivia - La Paz Bolivia - Mountain Range	Trekking the Royal Andean Range	3020 AUD	7
Chile - Puerto Montt Chile - Puerto Varas Chile - Andean Lakes	Andean Fjords & Lakes District- sea kayaking & camping	2105 AUD	8
Honduras - Flores Honduras - Puerto Barrios Honduras - Copán Honduras - Flores	Heart of the Mundo Maya	1285 AUD	8
Peru - Chiclayo Peru - Chachapoyas Region Peru - Trujillo	Treasures of the Northern Kingdoms	3495 AUD	8
Colombia - Bogota Colombia - Villa de Leyva Colombia - Armenia	Colombia's Coffee Route	3080 AUD	9
Peru - Lima Peru - Huaraz Peru - Cordillera Blanca	Cordillera Blanca Trek	1455 AUD	9
Mexico - Copper Canyon	The Ultimate Copper Canyon Experience	2950 AUD	9
Chile - Punta Arenas Chile - Torres del Paine	Torres del Paine Circuit	2190 AUD	9

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Chaski Antawa Rail Journey - Avenue of the Volcanoes		From: $1160 AUD
Product Type:	Tailored Holidays,Special Interest
Countries Visited:	Ecuador
Duration:	4 days
Highlights:	Chaski Antawa's exclusive train uses modern technology to re-create the classic trains of the old days. This is not just a train ride; it is also a combination of service, adventure and the charm and flavor of the past while crossing the Andean corridor.

Sea kayaking the Chiloe Archipelago		From: $1135 AUD
Product Type:	Adventure / Treks,Special Interest
Countries Visited:	Chile
Duration:	5 days
Highlights:	Immerse yourself in the fascinating, cultural experience of Chiloe Island as we glide silently through the mysterious channels of this archipelago, where Spain once maintained its last stronghold of colonial power in South America. Our sturdy kayaks emulate the spirit of the fragile dalcas; in which the natives traveled many centuries ago.

Galapagos Walking Tour - Isabela Island		From: $2110 AUD
Product Type:	Adventure / Treks,Special Interest
Countries Visited:	Ecuador
Duration:	5 days
Highlights:	Walking the Galapagos offers a different way to explore the Enchanted Isles. Experiences go beyond the limits of the traditional one week boat tour with its problems of being confined amongst strangers, the risk of sea sickness and the rush hour traffic of the tour boats. Walking the Galapagos generates minimum environmental impacts and places a premium on flexibility and your own pace.

Colchagua Valley- self drive Chile's wine region		From: $1095 AUD
Product Type:	Tailored Holidays,Special Interest
Countries Visited:	Chile
Duration:	6 days
Highlights:	Explore Chile's Central wine region at your own pace, taking in the stunning countryside as you discover the tiny villages and sprawling vineyards that dot the Colchagua Valley; visit the seaside city of Valparaiso and wander the steep and streets that lead to its UNESCO World Heritage listed historic centre; and taste the superb and internationally recognized Chilean wines that have put Colchagua winemakers on the map.

On the Trail of Che Guevara		From: $1630 AUD
Product Type:	Tailored Holidays,Special Interest
Countries Visited:	Bolivia
Duration:	6 days
Highlights:	The tiny towns of Vallegrande and La Higuera shot to fame after the capture of the world's most iconic revolutionary, Che Guevara by the Bolivian Armed Forces. Far from dispelling the myths surrounding the heroic guerrilla, his capture and death only served to increase his powerful legacy - today, you can visit the historic monuments that mark the last chapter of his short life.

Atacama Desert Trek		From: $1585 AUD
Product Type:	Adventure / Treks,Special Interest
Countries Visited:	Chile
Duration:	7 days
Highlights:	This is one of the most exciting programs for trekking lovers around the world; explore the challenging highlands of Atacama, the world's driest and oldest desert!

Cacti & Canyons- self drive Argentina's Northwest		From: $1400 AUD
Product Type:	Tailored Holidays,Special Interest
Countries Visited:	Argentina
Duration:	7 days
Highlights:	Hit the road in Argentina's northwest - explore the deep gorges, fertile valleys and Wild West frontier towns that make this region so unique. Sample great reds in the wine region of Cafayate, visit the ancient ruins of Quilmes and marvel at the UNESCO World Heritage listed Quebrada de Humahuaca.

Choquequirao- The Cradle of Gold		From: $1250 AUD
Product Type:	Adventure / Treks,Special Interest
Countries Visited:	Peru
Duration:	7 days
Highlights:	Referred to as "Machu Picchu's Sacred Sister", because of striking similarities in design and architecture, this trek is a fascinating alternative to the traditional Inca Trail. Ringed by spectacular snow-capped peaks and flanked by plunging, thickly forested slopes, Choquequirao is an inspiring example of an elite Inca ceremonial center, dedicated to the worship of the mountain gods, the river and the elements of nature.

Lares Trek- The Weaver's Way to Machu Picchu		From: $1510 AUD
Product Type:	Adventure / Treks,Special Interest
Countries Visited:	Peru
Duration:	7 days
Highlights:	A popular alternative for those seeking something different. Trek through Andean weaving villages, visit Ollantaytambo with its ancient fortress & marvel at the spectacular Machu Picchu.

Torres del Paine - W Trek		From: $1915 AUD
Product Type:	Adventure / Treks,Special Interest
Countries Visited:	Chile
Duration:	7 days
Highlights:	The trails in between the famous Torres del Paine craggy mountains are among the world's classic trekking routes. This demanding trekking adventure will undoubtedly create lasting memories of the unique Patagonian landscape.

Trekking the Royal Andean Range		From: $3020 AUD
Product Type:	Adventure / Treks,Special Interest
Countries Visited:	Bolivia
Duration:	7 days
Highlights:	This challenging trek follows the stunning Royal Andean Range from the colonial town of Sorata to the valley of Huarihuarini, crossing some of the northern range's most spectacular mountain passes along the way. We visit traditional Aymara villages deep in the remote valleys en route and see people live as they have done for thousands of years. No technical experience required.

Andean Fjords & Lakes District- sea kayaking & camping		From: $2105 AUD
Product Type:	Adventure / Treks,Special Interest
Countries Visited:	Chile
Duration:	8 days
Highlights:	Come join us for an unforgettable adventure in the magnificent fjords of Comau, Quintupeu and Cahuelmo. See stupendous glacial valleys & primeval temperate rainforests. Smack your lips over fresh salmon steaks, or steamed shellfish gathered from the cliffs at low tide and watch the sunset on the peaks as you relax in hot pools. Spread your sleeping bag under the diamond stars of the Southern Cross.

Heart of the Mundo Maya		From: $1285 AUD
Product Type:	Tailored Holidays,Special Interest
Countries Visited:	Guatemala
Duration:	8 days
Highlights:	Our Mundo Maya tour takes you to some of Central America's most impressive and important Mayan ruins- see the ruins of Tikal, the atmospheric beauty of Yaxha and the Honduran gem Copan on this guided tour through Mayan history.

Treasures of the Northern Kingdoms		From: $3495 AUD
Product Type:	Adventure / Treks,Special Interest
Countries Visited:	Peru
Duration:	8 days
Highlights:	This journey through the landscape and history of Peru's little-known northern region is a revelation and a magical experience for many of our visitors. The program is intended for travelers with a special interest in archaeology, and a taste for adventure. We mingle trips on foot and/or horseback with light motorized excursions and longer road journeys, visiting astounding locations and rarely seeing more than a handful of other travelers at each place.

Colombia's Coffee Route		From: $3080 AUD
Product Type:	Tailored Holidays,Special Interest
Countries Visited:	Colombia
Duration:	9 days
Highlights:	The coffee region surrounding Colombia's Bogota encompasses some of the most picturesque scenery in the country. The 9 day itinerary takes you from the cosmopolitan capital to the rural countryside - visit the colonial town of Villa de Leyva and learn about the history, culture & production of coffee in Colombia on this fascinating tour.

Cordillera Blanca Trek		From: $1455 AUD
Product Type:	Adventure / Treks,Special Interest
Countries Visited:	Peru
Duration:	9 days
Highlights:	The most beautiful circuit of the worlds highest tropical mountain range, passing below towering peaks - Huascaran, Alpamayo, Taulliraju, Huandoy, Chacraraju and many others in the glacial canyons of Perus first mountain National Park and Biosphere reserve.

The Ultimate Copper Canyon Experience		From: $2950 AUD
Product Type:	Adventure / Treks,Special Interest
Countries Visited:	Mexico
Duration:	9 days
Highlights:	This is the ultimate Copper Canyon experience - kayaking, guided hikes, the world famous Chepe Train, a deluxe picnic lunch and a fabulous live music session complete with free -flowing sangria!

Torres del Paine Circuit		From: $2190 AUD
Product Type:	Adventure / Treks,Special Interest
Countries Visited:	Chile
Duration:	9 days
Highlights:	The circuit around the famous Paine Massif is one of the most amazing trekking routes of the world. This is the right adventure for trekkers that desire a challenging trip in Torres del Paine.

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