A well structured tour of an interesting and diverse country. Highlights included the spectacular landscapes, the wildlife, pre-Inca and Inca sites, the superb food and drink, and the Inca trail. Our tour leader, Darwin, and all the local guides and porters were excellent and worked hard to make our trip enjoyable and memorable. Recommended.
Active and outdoorRafting
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Tent, Guest House, Camping, Home-stay
Age Range
16-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Cusco, Lima, Puno, Sacred Valley
Cusco, Lima, Puno, Sacred Valley, Q'orimarca, Llulluchapampa, Ollantaytambo, Machu Picchu, Pachacamac, Nazca, Arequipa, Chivay, Colca Canyon, Lake Titicaca, Taquile Island
The trip was fantastic, and I felt like I was able to see a lot of Peru and really experience the culture while there. The homestay and Machu Picchu were definitely the highlights!
Natural landmarks sightseeing
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Lodge, Home-stay
Age Range
18-35 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Cusco, Lima, Arequipa, Colca Can
Cusco, Lima, Arequipa, Colca Canyon, Puno, Sacred Valley, Aguas Calientes
Experience Peru in style on this 15-day adventure from coastal plains to mountaintop cities. Travelling through Lima, Puno, Cusco, the Sacred Valley, Ollantaytambo and Aguas Calientes, you’ll explore dramatic Andean landscapes and learn about traditional cultures. Visit the iconic Machu Picchu – one of the New Seven Wonders of the World – and see the citadel from different angles on an optional One Day Inca Trail trek. Share a classic pachamanca meal with the locals in the highlands community of Huilloq. And spend time with the Uros people on their floating islands on Lake Titicaca. With a local leader by your side, you’ll go beneath the surface and come away with a deeper understanding of Peru and its people.
Cultural, religious and historic sites
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Lima, Ollantaytambo, Aguas Calie
Lima, Ollantaytambo, Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu, Cusco, Ballestas Islands and Paracas National Reserve, Nazca, Arequipa, Puno
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This was an excellent trip in every way. The leader Alejandro was outstanding- very caring, helpful , informative and well-organised. Peru is a varied and interesting country and although Machu Picchu was spectacular there were many other highlights to our tour. The itinerary covered a lot of ground but it was not too rushed with a good mix of organised activities and some free time. The transport by bus and train was comfortable and the hotels were good and well-situated.
Active and outdoorExplorer
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
16-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Cusco, Lima, Sacred Valley, Mach
Cusco, Lima, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Barranco, Arequipa, Chivay, Puno, Taquile Island
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This trip combines our most comprehensive adventure through Peru with an immersive experience on the Galapagos Islands to become a breathtaking 30-day tour through ancient cities and beautiful landscapes. Cruise deep into the Amazon and spend two nights in jungle lodges, stay with a local family on Lake Titicaca’s floating islands, explore Colca Canyon and reach the famed Inca city of Machu Picchu by trek or train. Just when you think it can’t get any more amazing, prepare to have your mind blown all over on the Galapagos Islands. Encounter colourful, bizarre and beautiful wildlife and traverse volcanic landscapes. Walk among giant tortoises, hike to the top of a volcano on Isla Isabela and fall in love with sea lions.
Cultural, religious and historic sites
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Camping, Lodge, Eco Lodge, Home-stay
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Quito, Lima, Puno, Cusco, Inca T
Quito, Lima, Puno, Cusco, Inca Trail, Amazon Jungle, Mt Pisco, Puerto Quito, Galapagos Islands, San Cristobal Island, Isla Isabela, Isla Santa Cruz, Arequipa, Chivay
Peru and Bolivia are both lands of the epic and that which must be seen to be believed. This 25-day odyssey takes you to the world’s highest-navigable lake (Titicaca), the world’s largest tropical rainforest (the Amazon), the world’s highest administrative capital (La Paz) and the world’s largest salt flats (Uyuni). It also includes the chance to trek the Inca Trail before emerging above Machu Picchu, which isn’t actually a world-record holder but probably should be for ‘best ancient city in the clouds’. In between the gasps you can ramble through markets, sipping Pisco sours and munching ceviche with locals.
Local culture
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Camping, Lodge, Eco Lodge, Home-stay
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Lima, La Paz, Cusco, Puno, Lake
Lima, La Paz, Cusco, Puno, Lake Titicaca, Uyuni, Salar De Uyuni, Huayllajara, Amazon Lodge Tambopata, Potosi, Sucre, Ollantaytambo
Take a deep dive into Peru, Bolivia, Argentina, Uruguay and Brazil on an epic 51-day trip. With local leaders guiding you to the best neighbourhoods as well as plenty of time to explore independently, you’ll wonder what took you so long to appreciate this corner of the globe. Trek or train to the lost Inca citadel of Machu Picchu, spend a few days on an estancia in Uruguay, take a 4WD adventure through the Andean desert to the Uyuni salt flats and wind up in all the best cities – Buenos Aires, La Paz and Lima, to name a few. Finish up with beach and party vibes in Brazil – a perfect spot to chill out after your adventure to South America’s hotspots.
City sightseeing
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Camping, Home-stay
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Rio de Janeiro, Lima, Cusco, Inc
Rio de Janeiro, Lima, Cusco, Inca Trail, Machu Picchu, Lake Titicaca, Puno, La Paz, Sucre, Potosi, Uyuni, Salar De Uyuni, Ballestas Islands and Paracas National Reserve, Tilcara, Buenos Aires, Colonia Del Sacramento, Tacuarembo, Nazca, Foz Do Iguazu, Paraty, Ilha Grande, Arequipa, Chivay
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Initially before booking the trip I thought it was extremely overpriced.
However(our tour guide) was fantastic. He made the trip worth every penny and was extremely organised and knowledgeable. The locations were great, and the activities were really cool.
was a fantastic character, and became a friend by ensuring we all had fun. He looked after and catered for everyone’s needs and requirements, promoting safety above all else, and more than once went the extra mile to ensure we all had a great time (joining myself at CrossFit and his traditional dance moves were personal highlights).
I hope he gets the recognition he deserves, as I would love to book a similar trip with Contiki in future because of this great experience.
I would also recommend that you include huacachina in future - I went there on my own and it was one of the coolest experiences - maybe this could be added as an extra at the beginning of the trip.
Get ready for the adventure of a lifetime as you journey through the heart of South America on this small-group, multi-country tour through Colombia, Peru, Argentina, and Brazil! Kick off your escapade in Cartagena, a dazzling coastal gem where Caribbean charm meets colonial magic, set against a backdrop of dramatic mountains. Head into Colombia’s lush Coffee Triangle, where the scent of fresh brews fills the air and you’ll uncover the country’s most flavorful secret — its world-renowned coffee. Next, fall under the spell of Bogotá, a vibrant capital buzzing with culture and color. Then it’s off to Peru, where ancient mysteries await! Wander through the Sacred Valley, marvel at the architectural wonder of Machu Picchu, and stand in awe at one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. Sail across the shimmering waters of Lake Titicaca, visit the floating Uros Islands, and take in the coastal beauty and culinary delights of Lima. Fly to Buenos Aires, Argentina’s seductive capital, where tango rhythms echo through the streets of La Boca and San Telmo. Witness the jaw-dropping power of Iguaçu Falls from both Argentina and Brazil — a natural spectacle like no other. Wrap up your South American adventure in legendary Rio de Janeiro, where golden beaches, towering mountains, colonial charm, and urban energy collide. From Christ the Redeemer to Copacabana, this is the grand finale you’ve been dreaming of!
City sightseeing
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Lodge
Age Range
8-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Buenos Aires, Rio de Janeiro, Ca
Buenos Aires, Rio de Janeiro, Cartagena, Sacred Valley, Cusco, Puno, Lima, Puerto Iguazu, Armenia, Bogota, Urubamba
There are many sides to South America, from the energy of the cities, the beauty of the lansdcapes and the spirit of its people. Discover it all on this trip that winds through the Inca heartlands and jungles of Peru, the enigmatic cities and natural wonders of Argentina and the dynamism of Brazil's vivacious Rio. See animals, meet locals, traverse trails and marvel at all the contrasts of this very special corner of the world.
Cultural, religious and historic sites
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Rio de Janeiro, Lima, Sacred Val
Rio de Janeiro, Lima, Sacred Valley, Aguas Calientes, Cusco, Buenos Aires, Foz Do Iguazu, Foz Do Iguacu, Paracas, Nazca, Arequipa, Puno
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Get Peru-sing through this South American hotspot on a 21-day in-depth adventure. Setting off from its cultural capital in Lima, pass by Paracas, Nazca and Arequipa on your way to Cusco. Watch condors ruling the skies of Colca Canyon, follow the ancient trade route of the Inca on the legendary Inca Trail – finishing up at the breathtaking Machu Picchu – and get a feel for local life on a visit to Lake Titicaca's floating islands. You’ll have a knowledgeable local leader alongside to point you in the right direction, plus plenty of freedom to tailor your own adventure, so what’s stopping you from getting a feel for Peru?
Trekking and Hiking
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Camping, Home-stay
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Lima, La Paz, Cusco, Inca Trail
Lima, La Paz, Cusco, Inca Trail, Puno, Ballestas Islands and Paracas National Reserve, Nazca, Arequipa, Colca Canyon
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This was my first time in South America, and honestly, this tour was everything I hoped it would be and more. I was a bit nervous doing it solo but the small group setup made it super easy to meet people. The itinerary was well-balanced between structured tours and free time.
Cartagena was absolutely beautiful like stepping into a painting. The Coffee Triangle was a surprising.. got to try some of the freshest coffee I’ve ever had.
Bogota cooler, more urban. The views from Monserrate were incredible. Then we flew to Peru, and Machu Picchu... I still don’t have words. It was emotional. The guides were amazing and knew so much history.
Lake Titicaca was peaceful and surreal. Would 100% recommend this tour to anyone who loves a mix of nature, history, and culture. Take altitude sickness seriously, though — drink the coca tea!
Coffee and tea tours
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Lodge
Age Range
8-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Lima, Cartagena, Sacred Valley
Lima, Cartagena, Sacred Valley, Armenia, Cusco, Puno, Bogota, Urubamba