South America

The long sliver of Chile spans a large portion of the Southern Hemisphere’s latitudes to give you plenty of climate choices.

Founded in 1535 by the Spanish conquistador Francisco Pizarro, Lima is a curious mix of high-rise condos, large but orderly slums and colonial architecture in the city center.

As it is the largest metropolis in the Americas, Sao Paulo offers an intense cultural experience.

Fittingly known as the ‘marvelous city’, Rio de Janeiro is set in one of the most spectacular spots imaginable, alongside white sand beaches amidst scenic rainforest-coated mountains.

Making up the northeast corner of Argentina, Mesopotamia is a wonderful part of Argentina to explore, as it is home to some of the most astounding scenery imaginable.

The city of Cartagena is the place to come in Colombia for some history served with a hefty helping of vibrancy.

Sprawling across half of South America, Brazil is the fifth largest country in the world.

Home to the Amazon rainforest, the Andes mountains and the Galapagos Islands, it comes as no surprise to learn that Ecuador is one of the most biodiverse countries on Earth – and that’s without even having mentioned its mesmerizing Pacific coastline.

Peru is probably one of South America’s most well-known destinations, and the mysterious settlement of Machu Picchu has adorned many a tourist postcard.

The Inca civilization arose from the highlands of Peru in the early 13th century.

Named for the equator than runs through the country, Ecuador is a country that offers something for everyone.

This Patagonian country is a rich tapestry of mountain and plain, jungle and ocean.

One of the most rewarding countries to travel around, Colombia is a natural draw for tourists to South America.

Argentina’s capital Buenos Aires is a charming cosmopolitan city, one of the loveliest in South America.

An amazing country which occupies a long and narrow stretch of land covering the western coast of South America, Chile has an incredible range of beautiful landscapes that will stun and astound any visitors to its shores.