There are many cultural norms when you travel in South America. How you tip is just one of them. Whether you wish to tip at a restaurant, cafe, in a hotel or your driver, check out our top tips for tipping before you embark on customized South America tours.

How about a luxury train ride through the towering Andes Mountains? Embark on one of the last great adventures! The Belmond Andean Explorer takes you on a journey along one of the world’s highest rail routes to discover the breathtaking beauty of the Peruvian Andes.

What are the top 10 things to do in Bolivia? Here’s our list. Bolivia: The land of quinoa, Jesuit missions and spectacular salt flats that are visible from space. We’re unveiling our top ten list of sites and activities to explore in Bolivia.

If you are looking for your next holiday adventure on water, Enchanting Travels has hand-picked a selection of luxury cruises across their destinations. From the Amazon to the Mekong and from Botswana to Kerala’s Backwaters with Patagonia in between, Enchanting Travels offers a host of aquatic adventures for the ultimate wildlife aficionado.

From fairy-tale castles to sparkling lochs, amazing wildlife and stunning natural scenery, embark on a truly immersive experience!

Mention ‘Peru’ and you can be sure that the first word that springs to mind is Machu Picchu. But Peru is a large and varied country with so much more culture to offer than only its famous ‘lost’ city. How about Arequipa and Colca Canyon?

We have handpicked a fascinating selection of luxury spa vacation destinations that combine the best in wellness treatments with luxuriant touches – a stay here will leave you refreshed, mind, body and soul.

Imagine yourself cocooned in a natural paradise. Secluded, exclusive, and deliciously plush, these top 10 luxury eco resorts spell perfect vacations for nature enthusiasts and leisure travelers alike.

Across Enchanting Travels destinations we’ve hand-picked a unique selection of luxury spa experiences that utilize native know-how and nature’s wisdom. With stunning landscapes and often unusual settings, these provide unforgettable soothing moments for every spa lover.

Looking to explore truly enchanting places on your customized South America tours? An archipelago of volcanic islands distributed on either side of the Equator in the Pacific Ocean and west of continental Ecuador, we provide our top 10 reasons to visit the Galapagos Islands.