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Discover powerful ideas while exploring futuristic landscapes, diverse monuments and phenomenal Oscar Niemeyer constructions in Brazil’s dynamic Federal District. 

Find yourself surrounded by Ecuador’s tallest mountains as you relax in a hot spring and visit one of South America’s most famous markets.

Quench your thirst for adventure in this region of contrasts and natural beauty, which features golden beaches, high plateaus and arid desert landscapes.

Visit a quaint 17th-century island fort, take a banana boat out on the ocean and fill up on tasty snacks from the stalls.

Visit the birthplace of Lima. It has an antique fountain at its center surrounded by a majestic cathedral, a palace and colonial buildings.

Walk through woodland and rainforest to discover hundreds of tropical birds, butterflies and reptiles. Dare to hold a parrot or python.

Walk through woodland and rainforest to discover hundreds of tropical birds, butterflies and reptiles. Dare to hold a parrot or python.

Climb the elegant stairs to the top of this central hill to enjoy panoramic views of Santiago and admire the ornate fountains, flower displays and amphitheater.

Experience life along the banks of the most important river in Brazil and meet the aquatic animals that live in this watershed.

Walk through woodland and rainforest to discover hundreds of tropical birds, butterflies and reptiles. Dare to hold a parrot or python.

Have fun with interactive exhibits while learning about the story of the Itaipu Dam and the ecological and social history of the Itaipu region of Foz do Iguaçu.

Experience the evolution of the ocean’s animal kingdom via the fish tanks and educational displays of this small family-friendly aquarium. 

Cycle along the trails that head through exotic vegetation and spot the colorful birds and fish dwelling in these scenic wetlands.

Experience fascinating ruins, bustling cities, magnificent landscapes, wild rivers and the Amazon jungle in the birthplace of the Inca Empire.

Visit a quaint 17th-century island fort, take a banana boat out on the ocean and fill up on tasty snacks from the stalls.

Walk through woodland and rainforest to discover hundreds of tropical birds, butterflies and reptiles. Dare to hold a parrot or python.

Walk through woodland and rainforest to discover hundreds of tropical birds, butterflies and reptiles. Dare to hold a parrot or python.

This bayside city is a year-round adventure center, home to the world’s southernmost brewery, golf course, railway and ski resort. 

Dive among sharks and sea turtles in the clear water and pay a visit to a former prison and torture chamber on this remote island.

Take a tour of Brasília’s ministry of external relations and see works of art and one of the Federal District’s architectural masterpieces.

Walk through woodland and rainforest to discover hundreds of tropical birds, butterflies and reptiles. Dare to hold a parrot or python.