Category: Latin America
The Perks of Work: Mexico’s Copper Canyon
When people first think of Mexico they usually daydream about picture perfect beaches, ancient Mayan ruins and colourful Day of the Dead celebrations. While Mexico is rightfully famous for all of these things, what usually […]
Peru, Mysterious Sites and Fascinating Culture
There are few places where nature, culture and history merge together as effortlessly as they do in the South American country of Peru. The past here was shaped by geography and lost cultures that can […]
La Paz & Santiago: South America’s Dynamic Duo
At first glance, the difference between La Paz and sprawling Santiago is their scale. The compact size of the Bolivian capital is dictated by its geography; its dense position within dramatic canyon walls makes it […]
Chile’s Jewel of the Pacific: Valparaiso
Perhaps no other city in Chile casts a spell as mesmerising as the port city Valparaiso. Certainly, it strikes a dramatic pose, nestled on a thin strip of land between the Pacific Ocean and 43 […]
The Mysteries of the Atacama
Chile’s Atacama Desert is one of the driest places on earth. Yet it is teeming with beauty and plenty of surprises. Our Discovery Tours small group takes you to its fascinating heart, where you’ll gain […]
Colombia: Welcoming Culture, Colonial Splendor & Magnificent Beauty
If one place in all of Colombia symbolises how far the country has come since its founding, it is The Vaults in the gorgeous Caribbean city of Cartagena. These age-old archways once housed armaments and, […]
9 of the Best New Tours for 2019
Gate 1 Travel new tours for 2019. Tours to Italy & Croatia, Turkey, Uzbekistan, Colombia, Costa Rica, Morocco and more.
Patagonia: Love, Feuds, Fossils & Treasures
With more options now to reach Chile and Argentina from Australia, Patagonia is within reach more than ever before. But if you’ve been worried that the world has run out of wild, unspoiled places, don’t […]
The Magic of Tikal, Guatemala
The Mayan people left a huge mark on parts of Central America through their culture, food and society. Tikal, Guatemala is one of the greatest Mayan ruin sites in all of Central America and is […]
Costa Rica & Guatemala: Wonders of Central America
Central America is one of the most unique regions in the world. Any visit reveals a compelling blend of Mesoamerican cultures, Spanish colonialism and a lush, untouched wilderness where you can experience mountain rainforests and […]