Latin America Active & Adventure Tours

Sky view of a large lake, surrounded by tall mountains and trees

Group of people on a blue raft, paddling through an active river

Solo biker riding along a lake in Argentina

Person holding up a plate full of baked breads

Hiker looking up at a tall cliff with multiple, active waterfalls

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Multi-Adventure

Couples, Friends & Solos

Argentina's Patagonia Lake District Multi-Adventure Tour

Lakes, Glaciers & Alpine Wilderness

7 days

Levels 2-4

Casual Hotels

2026: Jan-Mar

From $4,799/person

River with small waterfalls, surrounded by tall plants and a snow-capped mountain in the distance

Man wearing biking gear and riding a bike on a road, with mountains in the background

River with a curvy path, surrounded by trees and tall plants

Row of 4 people riding bikes on a road

Large waterfall with a lake on the ground level, being hit by the sunlight

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Multi-Adventure

Couples, Friends & Solos

Chile Multi-Adventure Tour

Lakes, Rivers & Volcano Views

7 days

Levels 1-3

Premiere Hotels

2026: Jan-Mar, Nov-Dec

2027: Jan-Mar

From $6,699/person

Guest taking photo of snowy mountain.

Close up shot of four llamas.

Close-up of dry yerba mate infusion pot and gourd.

Close-up of platter of empanadas.

Four guests trekking over grassy, rocky meadow, large snowy mountains in background.

Walking & Hiking

Couples, Friends & Solos

Argentina's Patagonia Walking & Hiking Tour

Epic Peaks, Lakes & Glaciers

8 days

Levels 2-4

Premiere Hotels

2025: Oct-Dec

2026: Jan-Apr, Oct-Dec

2027: Jan-Apr

From $6,599/person

Man and women holding hands, with sights of Machu Picchu in the background

Nighttime photo of a hummingbird flying to treebranch.

Guests hiking up stone trail, Machu Picchu ruins behind them.

Wide shot of South American city, mountain range in distance, large cathedral in foreground.

Fancy platter of seedy beverage and small chocolates.

Walking & Hiking

Couples, Friends & Solos

Peru Walking & Hiking Tour

Sacred Valley, Cusco & Machu Picchu

7 days

Levels 2-4

Premiere Hotels

2025: Jul-Dec

2026: Mar-Dec

From $5,699/person

Jumping For Joy Beach Sunset Costa Rica

A father and son Kayaking in Costa Rica on a Backroads multisport trip

Humming Bird

Toucan Costa Rica

Six young guests in hot tub, looking up at camera.

Multi-Adventure

Families with Kids & Teens

Costa Rica Beaches & Wildlife Family Multi-Adventure Tour

Manuel Antonio National Park to Nicoya Peninsula

6 days

Levels 1-2

Premiere Hotels

2025: Jul-Aug, Nov-Dec

2026: Feb-Apr, Jul-Aug, Nov-Dec

2027: Jan-Apr, Jun-Aug

From $5,549/person

Everyone Looking Down River From Suspension Bridge

Frog Costa Rica

Two guests on forest path, looking down at forest, waterfall.

Tall hill covered in grass, with trees on the ground level

Natural hot spring waterfall, with small steps, surrounded by exotic trees and plants

Multi-Adventure

Couples, Friends & Solos

Costa Rica Highlands to Coast Multi-Adventure Tour

Cloud Forest, Waterfalls, Volcanoes & Beaches

Levels 1-2

Premiere Hotels

2025: Jul, Nov-Dec

2026: Jan-Apr, Jun-Aug, Nov-Dec

2027: Jan-Apr, Jun-Aug

From $5,649/person

Two guests on road, holding bikes over head, Chilean flag, mountain behind them.

Local chef with meat platter, guests at table behind them.

Local woman working with textiles.

Wide shot of the Osorno volcano, lake below.

Guest cycling down lakeside road, island, mountain in distance.

Biking

Couples, Friends & Solos

Chile Bike Tour

Lakes, Volcanoes & Pampered Pleasures

7 days

Levels 2-4

Premiere Hotels

2025: Oct-Dec

2026: Jan-Mar, Oct-Dec

2027: Jan-Mar

From $7,399/person

Wide shot of inlet, white building, snowy peak, larger lake in distance.

Wide shot of reflective lake during sunset, forest, snowy mountain behind.

Two folks at dance class, dressed in black dancing clothes.

Two guests on bridge, overlooking lake, mountains.

Two guests talking on balcony, sun setting behind them.

Multi-Adventure

Couples, Friends & Solos

Argentina's Patagonia Lake District Multi-Adventure Tour

Mountains, Lakes & Gaucho Culture

7 days

Levels 1-3

Premiere Hotels

2025: Nov-Dec

2026: Jan-Mar, Nov-Dec

2027: Jan-Apr

From $6,299/person

Palm Trees Walking on Beach During Sunset

Costa Rica Walking on Beach

Toucan Costa Rica

Backroads Leader Van Bikes Roof Rack

Humming Bird

Biking

Couples, Friends & Solos

Costa Rica Bike Tour

Arenal Volcano to the Osa Peninsula

6 days

Levels 2-4

Premiere & Deluxe Hotels

2025: Nov-Dec

2026: Jan-Apr, Nov-Dec

2027: Jan-Apr

From $5,599/person

Man and woman smiling while walking on a stone path, with Machu Picchu in the background

Bird's eye shot of Machu Picchu, large group of people in foreground.

Three women with two alpacas on a leash

Wide shot of South American city, mountain range in distance, large cathedral in foreground.

Man smiling while holding a ball of yarn, next to a woman wearing traditional attire

Walking & Hiking

Couples, Friends & Solos

Peru Easygoing Walking Tour

Dolce Tempo Journey in the Sacred Valley, Cusco & Machu Picchu

7 days

Levels 1-2

Premiere Hotels

2025: Jun, Aug-Dec

2026: Mar-Apr, Jun-Oct, Dec

From $5,699/person

Beach surrounded by palm trees and a larger forest

Group of people watching a woman lay out almonds for drying

Man looking into a small telescope

Man pointing on the back of a blue butterfly

Sloth Costa Rica

Multi-Adventure

Couples, Friends & Solos

Costa Rica Easygoing Multi-Adventure Tour

Dolce Tempo Journey from the Osa Peninsula to Arenal Volcano

6 days

Levels 1-2

Premiere & Deluxe Hotels

2025: Nov-Dec

2026: Jan-Mar, Nov-Dec

2027: Jan-Apr

From $5,399/person

Tall hill covered in grass, with trees on the ground level

Riders Seeing Coatis on Road Costa Rica

Waterfall from Trail Costa Rica

Biking in front of Volcano

Plate of food with beans, rice, vegetables, grilled fish, and a plantain

Multi-Adventure

Families with Teens & 20s

Costa Rica Jungles & Volcanoes Family Multi-Adventure Tour

From Highland Rain Forest to the Pacific Coast

7 days

Levels 1-2

Casual & Premiere Hotels

From $5,199/person

Leading Group Up Valley Columbia

Worm's eye view of forest canopy

Double Kayak Leaders River

Finch Pay Poolside Lemonade Ecuador

Guests Sea Lion on Rocks

Walking & Hiking

Couples, Friends & Solos

Galápagos, Andes & Amazon River Cruise Walking & Hiking Tour

Ecuador's Vibrant Cultures & Wildlife Wonders

11 days

Levels 1-2

Premiere Hotels & Ship

2025: Aug-Sep, Dec

2026: Jan-Dec

2027: Jan-Feb, Apr-Jun, Aug

From $11,699/person

Guest Ziplining Costa Rica

Humming Bird Costa Rica

Guests Water Fall Hiking Sky Bridge Costa Rica

Riders Seeing Coatis on Road Costa Rica

Frog in Guest's Hand

Multi-Adventure

Families with Teens & 20s

Costa Rica Rain Forest & Pacific Family Multi-Adventure Tour

Arenal Volcano to Manuel Antonio National Park

6 days

Levels 1-2

Casual & Deluxe Hotels

2026: Jun-Jul, Dec

2027: Jan, Jun-Aug

From $4,449/person

Three guests walking over orange rocks, snowy peaks in distance.

Point of view shot of guests on horseback, heading towards beach.

Close-up of dry yerba mate infusion pot and gourd.

Shot of light blue glacier.

hikers walking against snowey mountains

Walking & Hiking

Couples, Friends & Solos

Argentina's Patagonia Hiking Tour

Epic Peaks, Lakes & Glaciers

7 days

Levels 3-5

Casual Hotels

2025: Nov-Dec

2026: Jan-Mar, Nov-Dec

2027: Jan-Apr

From $5,199/person

Rafting Big Smiles Costa Rica

Frog in Guest's Hand

Four young guests in bike gear, talking at table.

Monkeys in Tree Costa Rica

Guests In Pool During Sunset

Multi-Adventure

Families with Kids & Teens

Costa Rica Rain Forest & Pacific Family Multi-Adventure Tour

Arenal Volcano to Manuel Antonio National Park

6 days

Levels 1-2

Casual & Deluxe Hotels

2025: Nov-Dec

2026: Feb-Apr, Nov-Dec

2027: Feb-Apr, Jun

From $4,549/person

Alpaca in an empty valley with snow-capped mountains in the distance

Pink and purple flowers next to an open lake with mountains in the distance

Two people walking through a valley filled with gravel

Man grilling seafood while carrying a pig on a rotisserie

Jagged snow caps with a red and white boat traveling in front

Walking & Hiking

Couples, Friends & Solos

Chile's Patagonia Walking & Hiking Tour

Torres del Paine Peaks, Lakes & Glaciers

8 days

Levels 2-4

Premiere Hotels

2025: Oct-Dec

2026: Jan-Mar, Oct-Dec

2027: Jan-Mar

From $9,199/person

Sloth Costa Rica

Jumping into the Sunset Beach Costa Rica

Guest Jumping into Sea Costa Rica

Waterfall from Trail Costa Rica

Pineapple, Watermelon Papaya

Multi-Adventure

Families with 20s & Beyond

Costa Rica Jungles & Volcanoes Family Multi-Adventure Tour

From Highland Rain Forest to the Pacific Coast

7 days

Levels 1-2

Casual & Premiere Hotels

From $5,299/person

Mountains Ecuador

Three teenagers pose with a bird

Bikers cycling through a grassy field

Two people milking a cow

Woman playing the guitar

Multi-Adventure

Families with Teens & 20s

Galápagos & Andes Family Multi-Adventure Tour

Ecuador's Magical Wildlife, Islands & Peaks

8 days

Levels 1-2

Premiere Hotels*

2025: Aug, Dec

2026: Jun-Aug, Dec

2027: Jun-Aug

From $8,799/person

Two guests sitting on hilltop, overlooking huge lake, ring of mountains, clouds, etc.

Guests on raft, floating towards blue glacier.

Guest on cruise ship in room, looking out towards mountains.

Shot of a Soaring Andean Condor.

Wide shot of cruise ship, craggy mountains, clouds.

Walking & Hiking

Couples, Friends & Solos

Chile's Patagonia & Fjords Cruise Walking & Hiking Tour

Torres del Paine, Tierra del Fuego & Cape Horn

9 days

Levels 1-3

Premiere Hotels & Casual Ship

2026: Jan-Mar

From $12,049/person

Rafting Down the River Costa Rica

Four young guests in bike gear, talking at table.

Frog Costa Rica

Toucan Costa Rica

Walking Around Moth Covered Tree in Jungle

Multi-Adventure

Families with Teens & 20s

Costa Rica Highlands to Coast Family Multi-Adventure Tour

Cloud Forest, Waterfalls, Volcanoes & Beaches

Levels 1-2

Premiere Hotels

2025: Jun, Dec

2026: Jun, Dec

2027: Jun-Jul

From $5,799/person

Local on hillside playing instrument, snowy mountains, hills behind them.

Wide shot of the Cuzco Main Square.

Guest on cliffside swing, overlooking large drop.

Wide shot of Machu Picchu during sunset.

Close-up of powdered dyes.

Walking & Hiking

Couples, Friends & Solos

Peru Lodge-to-Lodge Trekking Tour

Journey through the High Andes from Cusco to Machu Picchu

9 days

Levels 3-5

Premiere Hotels

2025: Jul-Oct, Dec

2026: Apr-Dec

From $7,399/person

people biking down a road by a mountain range

red mountain range reflected on water below it

person biking down a road

guests on horseback

hands plating a steak

Multi-Adventure

Couples, Friends & Solos

Argentina's Mendoza Wine Country & Andes Multi-Adventure Tour

Towering Peaks & Luxurious Vineyard Escapes

7 days

Levels 2-4

Premiere Hotels

2025: Oct-Dec

2026: Mar-Apr, Nov-Dec

2027: Mar-May

From $6,999/person

Wide shot of inlet, white building, snowy peak, larger lake in distance.

Guest cycling past lake, road, town behind them.

Two folks at dance class, dressed in black dancing clothes.

Five guests on cliffside, overlooking large lake, mountains.

Platter of sandwiches and wraps, cherries.

Multi-Adventure

Families with 20s & Beyond

Argentina's Patagonia Lake District Family Multi-Adventure Tour

Mountains, Lakes & Gaucho Culture

7 days

Levels 1-3

Premiere Hotels

2026: Mar, Dec

From $6,299/person

Latin America Active & Adventure Tours

Picture yourself in Peru, standing on terraced mountainsides near Machu Picchu. Imagine yourself in Patagonia, walking beneath Fitz Roy's jagged peaks. There are so many sensational experiences to chase, and hiking or biking with Backroads is the way to do it. Kayak alongside sea turtles in the Galapagos, cruise down the Amazon, soak in Costa Rica hot springs. Join us on an award-winning Biking, Walking & Hiking or Multi-Adventure trip in incomparable Latin America.

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