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Discover the wonders of Peru's heartland by taking a tour to Machu Picchu. Our Machu Picchu vacation packages include private tours, transfers, and quality hotels. Visit only the highlights of the Inca Empire or combine a trip to Machu Picchu with a visit to the Amazon or the Galapagos Islands. All of these South America tour packages include a visit to Machu Picchu!.
Pacific Coast Highway Adventure
8 days starting from $3,490 per person
Mountains, Deserts and Moonscapes
8 days starting from $3,990 per person
North Coast Redwoods and Wine Country
7 days starting from $3,990 per person
Southern California Beaches & Channel Islands Expedition
8 days starting from $5,990 per person
Yosemite & Trekking the John Muir Trail
8 days starting from $4,690 per person
Sierra Foothills and Gold Country
6 days starting from $2,990 per person
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Best of California
Our Destination Expert's describe their favorite places and ways to visit California from their personal travel experience.
Mountains, Redwoods, Deserts & Beaches
Journey through majestic mountains, where snow-capped peaks offer thrilling adventures and breathtaking vistas. Explore enchanting redwood forests, where towering trees create a serene and magical atmosphere. Discover the unabashed tranquility of the desert, where vast expanses of sand and unique rock formations beckon. Finally, unwind on the sun-kissed beaches, where crashing waves and golden sands provide the perfect backdrop for relaxation and fun.
Wonderful Wine Country
Raise a glass in California's renowned wine country. Embark on a delightful journey through picturesque vineyards and rolling hills as you sample exquisite wines and savor gourmet cuisine. Discover the art of winemaking with vineyard tours and tastings or indulge in luxurious spa treatments. Whether you're a connoisseur or simply appreciate the finer things in life, California's wine country promises an unforgettable experience that will delight your senses.
Majestic National Parks
Traverse the iconic Yosemite National Park, where towering granite cliffs, cascading waterfalls, and ancient sequoia groves create a breathtaking landscape. Discover the otherworldly beauty of Joshua Tree National Park, with its unique desert flora and striking rock formations. Gaze upon the stunning coastal vistas of Channel Islands National Park and experience the rugged and ethereal beauty of Death Valley National Park.
California Guides
A sun-soaked paradise along the Pacific coast, California entices with its iconic cities, stunning beaches, world-class vineyards and incredible diversity of wilderness areas.
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California’s stupefying mountains, deserts, and moonscapes
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Discover California’s captivating North Coast
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The Sierra Nevada Mountains are calling – and you must go
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Rated 5 / 5 based on 58 reviews
“SA Expeditions is the best company to work with. Our family has taken 4+ vacations with them - all to South and Central America - and each has been spectacular. They make it so easy and book beautiful accommodations and incredible experiences...”
— Elana Schoenbrum
31 Aug, 2023
Rated 5 / 5 based on 58 reviews
“Adam Laughter and SA expeditions planned an amazing, once in a lifetime trip for family. The plans were complex involving family members arriving at different times, etc.. The team was professional, responsive and knew the area really well. We...”
— Nadia Ismail
04 Aug, 2023
Rated 5 / 5 based on 58 reviews
“My experience with SA Expeditions has been reliably excellent. We traveled to the Amazon and the Galapagos July 2023. Claudia planned the trip with care and all tours, guides, accommodations were wonderful. The Napo Wildlife Eco-Lodge was...”
— Toniann and Gene Schultz
28 Jul, 2023
Rated 5 / 5 based on 58 reviews
“I had one of the most memorable travel experiences, that SA Expeditions carefully crafted to my personal preferences, during my solo trip in Peru! I expressed my interest to Adam Laughter in wanting to do nature, adventure, and indulgence in...”
— Layan Kutob
08 Jul, 2023
Rated 5 / 5 based on 58 reviews
“Our trip to Cuzco and Machu Picchu was fabulous! Julia at SA Expeditions was friendly, informative, and very helpful with the planning. We were with a group of friends and family and she customized each of our trips while ensuring we were all...”
— David Smith
30 Jun, 2023
Rated 5 / 5 based on 58 reviews
“The guide that met us at the airport and provided us with transportation and a tour of Quito was outstanding. The flights were great, no issues whatsoever. The boat was dated and lost an engine early in the trip but the crew and naturalist more...”
— Rick Setzer
27 Jun, 2023
Rated 5 / 5 based on 58 reviews
“My husband and I went to Peru for our 5-year wedding anniversary. We wanted to do something outdoorsy but also relaxing and romantic. We chose Peru for its beautiful culture, incredible food, and unbeatable excursions. Our trip planner, Julia, and...”
— Tess Rex
22 Jun, 2023
Rated 5 / 5 based on 58 reviews
“We hiked the Short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu with SA Expeditions and it was an incredible experience. They took care of all the moving pieces, including all the many tickets and permits and all the transportation we needed over two days. Our...”
— Sarah Strochak
16 Jun, 2023
Rated 5 / 5 based on 58 reviews
“SA Expeditions provided us an excellent customized tour -- for two of us for five days -- to Lima-Cuzco-Machu Picchu ! This was followed by a two-day trip to Port Maldonado in Amazon rainforest. Great trip lasting over a week!!”
— Amod Ogale
13 Jun, 2023
Rated 5 / 5 based on 58 reviews
“The trip was fantastic, beyond amazing. Much of it due to all the work Julia put in arranging everything! The things that stand out for me are the hotels, especially the hotel in Cusco, which we LOVED, the seemingly seamless transfers from place...”
— Valerye Strochak
12 Jun, 2023
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