Do not miss out on this opportunity to visit Rainbow Mountain, one of Peru's most popular landmark, during a day trip. We will pick you up from your hotel in Cusco at around 3:30 am in the morning and drive you through the South Valley. The drive to the trailhead takes around three hours long. We will also provide you with breakfast along the way.
Set off on the hike following a lovely stream. Herds of alpacas and llamas will surprise you along the way. In case you are lucky, you might also come across chinchillas and vicunas. Enjoy views of Ausangate Mountain as you hike through villages and interact with the local residents.
Reach your destination after around 90 minutes of hike. See the Rainbow Mountains (5,020 m) and explore the surrounding landscape. You will spend approximately 30 minutes at the top before it is time to hike downhill, which takes around two hours.
Hop into the private ban and continue your journey back. There will be a stop for lunch before we head to Cusco. The total journey back to Cusco takes around three hours and we will drop you off at your hotel in the city at around 5:00 pm.
Experience the highlights of the famed Galapagos Islands with this 6-day program!
Swim alongside colorful fishes, sea urchins, and starfish while snorkeling; you might even spot some sharks! See the fantastic giant tortoises, which are endemic to the volcanic islands, as well as other creatures, including blue-footed boobies, Galapagos sea lions, penguins, marine iguanas, and frigate birds in their natural habitat. The highlight of this program is a trip to Isabela, Santa Cruz, and an uninhabited island.
The trip includes full assistance from our naturalist guide, full transportation, accommodation, and even some meals.
Trekking and Hiking
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
5-80 yrs
Operated in
english, spanish
Destinations
Galapagos Islands, Isla Santa Cr
Galapagos Islands, Isla Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, Tintoreras, Isabela Island, Baltra Island
Get ready to enjoy a memorable trip with your family. Start your journey with a sightseeing tour of Buenos Aires and learn more about the history of this city. Located in Argentina's Río Negro province, Bariloche, another highlight of this trip, is a city surrounded by thousand-year-old forests, mountains covered in snow and crystal clear lakes.
Mendoza, on the other hand, is a famous wine region in Argentina. A particularly famous specialty of the region is the tasty red Malbec. Also included in the itinerary are a variety of activities ranging from glacier walk to kayaking and hiking through forests.
Please scroll down to the itinerary section for more details.
Trekking and Hiking
Tour Type
Private Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
1-79 yrs
Operated in
english, spanish
Destinations
Buenos Aires, Mendoza, Patagonia
Buenos Aires, Mendoza, Patagonia, San Carlos de Bariloche
Get behind the wheel for this classic self-drive tour of Chile from vibrant Santiago and its neighbouring vineyards to the famed Lake District for outdoor adventure and vistas of pure beauty. Sample world-class wines, admire crystal clear lakes and the backdrop of impressive volcanoes and explore the native rainforest of Huilo Huilo.
Natural landmarks sightseeing
Tour Type
Private Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Lodge, Resort
Age Range
18-80 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Santiago, Puerto Montt, Puerto V
Santiago, Puerto Montt, Puerto Varas, Santa Cruz, Chillán, Pucon, Huilo Huilo, Santiago
Get off the beaten track in Chile’s northern reaches with this unique adventure through the Atacama Desert. Kicking off in Santiago discover fascinating museums, lunar-like landscapes of geysers and rock formations, pre-Hispanic ruins and gigantic geoglyphs, mammoth copper mines and abandoned ghost towns with plenty of natural beauty to boot.
Art and architecture
Tour Type
Private Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
18-80 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Santiago, Arica, San Pedro De At
Santiago, Arica, San Pedro De Atacama, Atacama Desert, El Tatio, Iquique, Putre
Be part of this 10-day, guided tour and discover the highlights of Argentina. Explore Buenos Aires, the capital of Argentina that is famous for its European style, rich culture and tango! While you are there, we will also take you to a farmstead located in the Pampas.
Up next, you will explore the wine country of Mendoza and soak up the scenery of the High Andes during a trip to Aconcagua Provincial Park. Learn more about the history and culture of this place during a half-day city tour that also includes Cerro de la Gloria, home to a monument dedicated to the Army of the Andes.
The final highlight of this itinerary is the magnificent Iguazu Falls, one of the largest waterfalls in the world and a Unesco World Heritage site. Please note that flight tickets as well as entrances are not included in the tour price. For more details, please go through the itinerary below.
City sightseeing
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
2-79 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Buenos Aires, Iguazu Falls, Mend
Buenos Aires, Iguazu Falls, Mendoza, Pampas, Aconcagua
The Andean condor is the largest flying bird in the world and this private, guided trip is the perfect option for all the bird lovers out there who want to see these majestic giants soar over the Peruvian landscape.
Start your tour with a pickup from your hotel at around 7:00 am. Leave Cusco city for the archeo–astronomical centre of Killarumiyoq, located in Anta.
Head for the town of Limatambo after a guided visit of the centre and continue towards the department of Apurímac. Visit Tarawasi, which has one of the few remaining Andean cult structures. After that, it is time for lunch.
On the road again, we will arrive at the Huayronka Bridge and take a detour to Chonta. You will soon reach the area with three condor viewpoints. See giant Andean condors soaring over cliffs and canyons as you start your walk from the first to the last viewpoint, which takes around an hour. Spend two hours total watching the birds, exploring the area and taking pictures. We will drive you back to the city after the tour is over and drop you off at your accommodation.
There are more than one colorful mountains around Cusco. Although not as well known as Vinicunca, Palccoyo Rainbow Mountain is an incredible natural landmark, a mountain splashed with stripes of different colors just like its more famous sibling. Book with us and get the chance to visit this less crowded but equally beautiful alternative to Vinicunca.
We will pick you up from your accommodation in Peru early in the morning and drive you south of Cusco. Travel for approximately two hours until you reach Cusipata, where you will have your breakfast. Your journey continues through the Cusco-Puno Road to Combapata, where we will take a detour along the left bank of the Salka River (it is a dirt road from this point on). Enjoy beautiful high Andean landscapes as the journey continues. You might even spot herds of alpaca and llamas if you are lucky. Reach Palccoyo after one more hour on the road.
The view of a colorful mountain strikes you right at the parking lot. You have ten minutes to get ready before we start walking. It takes a short, 40-minute hike to reach the main viewpoint from where you can see three colorful mountains as well as a valley swathed in red. Looming in the background is the mighty Ausangate Mountain.
You also have the option to take a short, 15-minute walk to the nearby stone forest from where the views are even more impressive.
Spend sometime admiring the beauty of the mountains before it is time to return. Take the same route back to Cusipata, where a delicious buffet lunch will be provided. Continue your journey to Cusco with the aim to reach the city by 6:00 pm. We will drop you off at your hotel on arrival in the city.
On this tour we will have a wonderful afternoon visiting the most famous attractions of the city, starting with the "wonder of Rio", Christ the Redeemer, symbol of the city. We go to the city center where we will stop in the beautiful Metropolitan Cathedral and at the colorful Selarón staircase.
Finally we have the opportunity to climb in a cable car to the summit of Sugar Loaf where we will enjoy a sunset with a breathtaking 360 °view . All tickets included
City sightseeing
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
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.
Our Calchaquí Valleys Round Tour is the combination of two destinations: Cachi in the Alto Calchaquí Valley and Cafayate in the lower valley. During the trip we will cross amazing mountain landscapes, which surprise by the curious rock formations that are found there.. Accommodation not included
Natural landmarks sightseeing
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Our tour Back to the Heights, will allow you to discover the imposing landscape of the Salinas Grandes (Great Salt Flats), located between the provinces of Salta and Jujuy. Let yourself be amazed by this scenario that extends over 200 km2, visit typical villages of the region, travel the famous National Route No 40, and much more!
Natural landmarks sightseeing
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
GALAPAGOS CRUISE - CENTRAL, NORTH & EAST ISLANDS: Boasting an incredible array of endemic species from the blue-footed booby to the marine iguana, the Galapagos Islands are a true nature lovers’ paradise. Get up close and personal with the resident wildlife on an unforgettable 5 day cruise of these famed islands. Begin and end your adventure with a night in Quito, Ecuador's charming capital.
Cruise
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
18-80 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Quito, Galapagos Islands, Genove
Quito, Galapagos Islands, Genovesa Island, Santa Fe Island, San Cristobal Island
Find yourself seduced by elegant Buenos Aires and thoroughly captivated by Argentina’s share of Patagonia. Marvel at the icy walls of Perito Moreno, cruise the marine-rich Beagle Channel and discover the Land of Fire at the southern-most edge of Argentina on this 10 day adventure.
Sightseeing Tours
Tour Type
Private Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
18-80 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Buenos Aires, El Calafate, Perit
Buenos Aires, El Calafate, Perito Moreno Glacier, Ushuaia, Tierra Del Fuego National Park