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Destinations must-see

South America: Where Culture Comes to Life

South America is a continent of deep contrasts, where ancient wisdom meets untamed nature. From the snow-capped Andes to the vast rainforest and the elegance of historic cities, we design every journey with seamless logistics and the cultural curation of Retablo.

5 Stars – Based on 552 Client Reviews

What I love about these places is that they aren’t dots on a map — they’re stories still being told. My advice is simple: don’t just visit, understand why a land beats so strongly. I chose each of these because here, tradition isn’t history. It’s a living present, and I can’t wait to share it with you.

Renato Wicked — Founder & Experience Architect

Peru: The Soul of the Andes

Peru is where Ruway began, and the country we know most deeply. Ancient ruins, towering mountains, world-class food, diverse landscapes, and a warmth that makes you feel at home from the first day. It’s hard to know where to start — so we help you start with what matters most to you.

Cusco City

The navel of the world. Inca walls hold up colonial balconies in a city where two worlds have been in conversation for five centuries.

Sacred Valley

A refuge of Andean calm. Terraced fields and living villages that still keep the slow, generous rhythm of the land.

Machu Picchu

The sacred sanctuary. A masterpiece of engineering and spirit that rises from the mist of the cloud forest.

Lima

The culinary capital. A coastal metropolis where viceregal elegance meets some of the most celebrated cooking on earth.

Arequipa

The White City. Built from volcanic sillar stone — sophisticated and luminous under the gaze of the Misti volcano.

Colca Canyon

Realm of the condor. One of the world’s deepest canyons, where the Andes reveal their full scale.

Amazon Rainforest

The lung of the world. A deep immersion in living biodiversity, guided by those who know the forest best.

Lake Titicaca

Sailing at the source. The world’s highest navigable lake — cradle of legends and of communities who still live on the water.

Chile: Endless Diversity

Chile moves us with its sheer range. From the Atacama Desert to the glaciers of Patagonia, every corner feels like a different country. A place that invites you to explore, to slow down, and to feel small before the power of nature.

Santiago

At the foot of the Andes. A modern capital ringed by world-class vineyards and a vibrant urban culture.

Patagonia

The spirit of the wind. Granite towers, turquoise lakes, and ancient glaciers that seem to defy time.

Atacama

Where the earth meets the sky. The driest desert on earth, with lunar landscapes and skies of absolute clarity.

Easter Island — Rapa Nui

The mystery of the Pacific. A remote island that holds the secrets of an ancient culture and its iconic moai.

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Ecuador: The Compact Gem

Ecuador is small but endlessly surprising. In a single day you can move from the Pacific coast to the high Andes to the edge of the Amazon — and just offshore, the Galápagos wait like another world entirely. For us, it captures everything that makes South America extraordinary.

Galápagos Islands

The sanctuary of evolution. A natural paradise where wildlife knows no fear and nature still sets the rules.

Quito

Reliquary of the Americas. Its historic center, the best-preserved on the continent, is a labyrinth of Baroque art and light.

Cuenca

Colonial and artisan elegance. Famous for its rivers, its architecture, and as the true home of the Panama hat.

Baños de Agua Santa

Gateway to the Amazon. A town of waterfalls, thermal springs, and the energy of the Tungurahua volcano.

They’ve already lived the experience

Lily Maxfield

USA

★★★★★

Ruway were great in sorting a trip for us. We were not entirely sure what we wanted to do but gave some parameters and Diego came back with 5 different options that he thought would suit.

Amanda Gilchrist

Canada

★★★★★

It was a wonderful tour, Leidy! We have no complaints. Our guide, Rumi, was so knowledgeable and passionate, anyone who has him for future tours will be lucky! Thank you so much for the great experience.

Stepheni Ennis

USA

★★★★★

Excellent tour to Machu Picchu from Cusco. I planned the trip rather last minute and hence it was worth it to do the booking with this company.

Michael Dakin

Ohio, USA

★★★★★

I had an amazing experience. Friendly, professional, knowledgeable, down-to-earth, and trustworthy. We had a huge trip planned with them which was led with a lot of patience and a lot of care.

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