Ecuador is a democratic republic in South America and straddles the equator. It is a presidential republic and became independent in 1830. Quito is the capital city which was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO for having the best preserved and least altered historic centre in Latin America. Ecuador is home to a great variety of species, many of them endemic like those of the Galapagos Islands.

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Peru is a multi-ethnic country, a melting pot that has created a variety of expressions in art, literature, and music. It was home to two of the great ancient civilizations, and while it now boasts the modern urban centres of Lima and Cusco, in many of the small villages the old ways have been preserved and are respected throughout the country. A trip to Peru is more than a visit; for many, the experience is life changing.

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Get the perfect balance of adventure and altruism in the heart of the Peruvian Andes. Once the capital of the ancient Inca empire, Cuzco and the mountain citadel Machu Picchu are steeped in Spanish colonial history. When you aren’t exploring the vast archaeological remains, you’ll be working with a local organization to create sustainable improvements in a Sacred Valley community.

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Jump from the Northern to the Southern Hemisphere in a second in Ecuador. Aside from the Mitad del Mundo monument marking the line of the equator, you can visit the hot springs of the Amazon Basin, the steaming volcano of Tungurahua, and the bubbling waterfall of el Pailon del Diablo—the Devil’s Cauldron. Between the hiking, climbing and swimming, this is one tour that will keep you on your feet.

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Visit Ecuador and experience local culture while giving back to the community on this immersive service learning trip. See the highlights of the Ecuadorian capital of Quito, then travel to rural Ecuador to learn about farm life and provided much needed support to impoverished communities. Volunteer activities may include teaching children English, feeding farm animals, shearing wool, organic farming, or other tasks designed to give back while working alongside locals and learning about their culture.

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Jump from the northern to the southern hemisphere in an instant at the equator monument in Quito, fly to San Christobal Island and swim among tropical fish, spot turtles, see penguins and explore lava tunnels as you island-hop through the Galapagos.

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Take a guided tour of Ecuador's beautiful capital, Quito where you'll learn about the history of the area. Experience the natural beauty of the Galapagos by taking a day-long guided hike up Sierra Negra Volcano. Snorkel with tropical fish, venture through lava tunnels and visit the Darwin Research Station as you explore all of the highlights of the islands.

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¡Hola Peru! Travel coast to coast on this immersive insider's tour as you take part in authentic cooking, dance and pottery classes. Visit the Sacred Valley and Pisac crafts market before gazing in awe at the ruins of Machu Picchu. Close out your trip with time in Lima, where you'll experience the vibrant local culture and breathtaking architecture overlooking the Pacific.

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Explore Peru’s bustling capital of Lima, immerse yourself in the country's history at the Museum of Archeology and Anthropology and then experience it yourself with a trip to Cuzco, and the famous “Lost City of the Incas”, Machu Picchu.

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Wander through the parks and beaches of the Miraflores District in Lima, visit the Indian Market in Pisac, ride a train up to the Incan city of Machu Picchu, travel to Lake Titicaca to explore its artificial islands and visit an indigenous Uros Island family.

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Marvel at the ruins of this 15th century estate built for Incan Emperor Pachacuti and glimpse into Inca life of the past. You’ll also have a chance to explore surrounding areas, from the Sacred Valley of the Incas close to Cuzco, the Inca capital, and the heights of the ancient mile-long, stone-paved trail called Intipunku that offers a stunning vista of Machu Picchu.

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Go to the center of the earth. Then walk in the footsteps of Darwin, and see centenarian giant tortoises around a volcanic archipelago. Just when you get your head around the theory of evolution, take a mind-blowing hike in the cradle of Incan civilization.

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