Machu Picchu & the Galápagos

Bogotá is Colombia’s capital in the clouds: At 8,660 feet above sea level, it is the world’s third-highest capital city. During your visit, perhaps you'll visit the 17th-century church perched atop Monserrate Mountain or trace the colonial history of the Spaniards who made the city their home. Please note: This Stopover option is only available before the Peruvian Amazon pre-trip extension or before or after the main adventure, but is not available after the Colombia post-trip extension.

Argentina’s capital city retains a distinctly European flavor; some call it the “Paris of the South.” Italian- and French-style palatial architecture adorns the well-planned streets, radiating outward from the Plaza de Mayo, which commemorates the fight for Argentinean independence, and houses the seat of the current government. Travelers from around the world flock to Buenos Aires to visit iconic locations like the colorful and bohemian La Boca district, and Recoleta Cemetery, a baroque city of the dead where the famous first lady Eva Peron and other revered Argentinians have been laid to rest. Please note: This Stopover option is only available before the Peruvian Amazon pre-trip extension and before the main adventure, but is not available after the main adventure or after the Colombia post-trip extension.

A sprawling city standing at attention in the Andean foothills, Quito is vibrant mix of Spanish colonial and modern Ecuadorian in just about every way. Spend more time in this South American capital and rub elbows with locals in raucous marketplaces packed with produce and fresh meats, or in city plaza pop-up shops featuring a bounty of artwork and native handcrafts. Please note: This Stopover option is only available before the Peruvian Amazon pre-trip extension and before the main adventure, but is not available after the main adventure or after the Colombia post-trip extension.

While Sucre is the official capital city of Bolivia, La Paz is the country's second-largest city, and is often considered its de facto capital. The city is shaped somewhat like a bowl, surrounded by the rugged landscape of the Altiplano. During your visit, you'll witness buildings that range from colonial cathedrals to the skyscrapers of the present day, bustling markets, and a warm, welcoming culture. Please note: This Stopover option is only available before the Peruvian Amazon pre-trip extension and before the main adventure, but is not available after the main adventure or after the Colombia post-trip extension.