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A short guide about Special Interest travel to South America

South America has a mix of African, Indian and European influences.South America has a host of marvellous attractions, with many suitable for the whole family. There are science, nature and history exhibits throughout the continent as well as natural attractions like volcanoes, glaciers and strange animals. The continent offers incredible sights all along the Andes in Chile, Bolivia, Ecuador, Peru and Colombia. The best known of these are probably the Nazca Lines, Chan chan, Trujillo, Machu Picchu (Cuzco) and Ciudad Perdida.

The Inca civilisation left archaeological finds and their language and culture is still alive. The lovers of architecture and history will find many stylish colonial churches and palaces. You will find the world's biggest rainforest (Amazon Jungle) and the longest river (Amazon River) in Brazil and there is great wildlife almost everywhere.

Places to relax, include the coast of Venezuela, Colombia and Brazil where there is great beaches and a very good atmosphere and fast paced big cities include, Sao Paulo, Rio de Janeiro or Buenos Aires. Famous waterfalls include Angel Falls in Venezuela and Iguacu Falls (larger than Niagara Falls) in Brazil and Argentina. The world's second highest active volcano Cotopaxi (5897m) is situated about 50 km south of Quito, Ecuador.

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Project Peru

Make a difference! A specially designed, hands-on tour, focused on giving back to the communities we travel to on our tours. Experience what life is really like in the Peruvian Andes while volunteering in a rural community home to Inca Trail porters and our womens weaving project. Participate in their daily life, help your host family build a Peruvian cooking stove and see the difference that only a few days can make.



About Gap Adventures
Travel from Lima to Cuzco
Vacation type: Adventure, Cultural, Nature / Wildlife / Safari, Special Interest

11 days |From US$1499 | map

Rio Carnaval Package I

Fancy dancing samba in the street from dusk 'til dawn? There's no greater party on earth, so let us take care of the planning, and you can focus on perfecting those saucy samba steps. Join the conga line, witness the festivities reach their dizzying climax, move and shake in the drum-fuelled street parties and get swept up in this magic celebration of life. This is the ideal extension to any South American adventure, or a great... more info



About Intrepid
Travel from & return to Rio De Janeiro
Vacation type: Adventure, Cultural, Scenic, Special Interest

6 days |From US$1065 | map

Rio Carnaval Package Ii

Fancy dancing samba in the street from dusk 'til dawn? There's no greater party on earth, so let us take care of the planning, and you can focus on perfecting those saucy samba steps. Join the conga line, witness the festivities reach their dizzying climax, move and shake in the drum-fuelled street parties and get swept up in this magic celebration of life. This is the ideal extension to any South American adventure, or a great... more info



About Intrepid
Travel from & return to Rio De Janeiro
Vacation type: Adventure, Cultural, Scenic, Special Interest

7 days |From US$1270 | map

Language School - Buenos Aires, Argentina

Buenos Aires is one of the most magical cities in the world, known as the “Paris of South America” due to its abundance of charming parks, plazas and wide boulevards.Bars and restaurants everywhere and a nightlife that really cannot be rivalled. Buenos Aires is very friendly and is the ideal setting in which to be immersed in the Spanish language and Argentine culture. Small enough for sightseeing on foot, you’ll have the freedom to explore after... more info



About Tucan
Travel from & return to Buenos Aires
Vacation type: Adventure, Cultural, Scenic, Special Interest, Train Journeys

8 days |From US$POA | Travel by Coach, Train | map

Language School - Quito, Ecuador

Ecuadors capital Quito is located in a spectacular setting high up in the Andes among ancient dormant volcanoes, a beautiful place to spend a week or twolearning Spanish. At 2,850 metres above sea level, Quito is the second highest capital city in the world, after La Paz. The city is divided into two sections; the old colonial centre with cobbled plazas and side-street Indian markets, and the more modern district with shops, bars and restaurants.



About Tucan
Travel from & return to Quito
Vacation type: Active, Cultural, Independent Tour, Scenic, Special Interest

8 days |From US$POA | Travel by Coach | map

Language School - Sucre, Bolivia

Set in a picturesque mountain valley in the Andean highlands,Sucre is the judicial capital of Boliviais a beautiful place to spend a week learning Spanish. Known as the "White City of the Americas", many colonial buildings are painted white and topped with shiny red tile roofs. You’ll be surprised how quickly you’ll pick up the basics by taking classes at a reputable language school, immersed in the local culture and living with friendly local... more info



About Tucan
Travel from & return to Sucre
Vacation type: Adventure, Cultural, Independent Tour, Scenic, Special Interest

8 days |From US$POA | Travel by Coach | map
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