Luxury Eco Friendly Travel
Experience the very best in eco-lodges, stylish hotels and wilderness cruising, as you travel in comfort through some of the worlds most stunning landscapes. We have designed many luxury holidays and eco-luxury trips for our guests over the years. Use our examples below for a little inspiration, and then contact us so we can start designing your own perfect personalised journey.
What are luxury Eco-holidays?
All our bespoke holidays are designed to give guests a unique and memorable holiday, while acting as a force for good in the local area. Community engagement, learning about local customs and cultures and ensuring money goes back into the local area are key to our sustainability goals. However its completely possible to plan responsible holidays that combine luxury, in fact in some cases this can bring more benefits, opportunities and employment to local areas.
There are some spectacular hotels and lodges that are worth upgrading to; for incredible views, world-class cuisine, and exclusive access to UNESCO sites. Including private guiding is a fantastic way to ensure your time is spent exactly how you wish, where your guide can focus on your specific interests and passions. Luxurious touches can turn a holiday into a trip of a lifetime. Adding on private picnics at viewpoints, sundowners on the deck of a boat, a jacuzzi on board a Galapagos Cruise or a first class train ticket can elevate your trip and still ensure your holiday gives back.
Example Luxury Journey Holidays
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Ecuador & Galapagos in Luxury
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Jaguars, Jungle & Beach Luxury Brazil Adventure
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Luxury Journey through Argentina
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Antarctica and Chile Holiday- wine, wildlife and wilderness
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Ultimate South America Sabbatical
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Brazil Honeymoon
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Luxury Journey through Chile
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Guatemala and Belize in Luxury
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Pure Luxury in Costa Rica
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Luxury Bhutan Holiday
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Luxury Extension Into Rwanda
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Luxury Peru Adventure
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Colombia Honeymoon
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Patagonia Luxury holiday
Our best Luxury Journeys and experiences
Luxury Lodges in Latin america
There are some incredible luxury lodges and boutique hotels throughout South and Central America, that can elevate your holiday into the trip of a lifetime. For wildlife and nature lovers, consider award-wining Mashpi Lodge in Ecuador, for world class birding and expert guides. For your own private moment at the mighty Iguazu Falls, it’s worth upgrading to Hotel das Cataratas for the ultimate luxury retreat and a chance to witness the falls away from crowds. If you love trekking and have always dreamt of a holiday to Patagonia, staying in one of the amazing 5* lodges within the Torres de Paine such a Awasi, Tierra or Patagonia Camp will offer private guiding, exclusive access to the trails, and luxurious comforts after a full days hiking.
Personalised tours
Our luxury journeys offer our guests fully bespoke and personalised day trips and excursions. If you have always wanted to see Jaguars in the Pantanal you will have a private guide dedicated to you for the whole day, giving you the time and space to search for these amazing creatures. We can include a personalised photography tour in Chile to track pumas and capture shots of these amazing creatures with a specialist guide. We have specialist trekking guides for all abilities in Patagonia and Peru, for Machu Picchu or the Inca Trail. To combine conservation into your luxury holiday, we have a number of private guided day tours in Ecuador and The Galapagos where you can learn about sustainability projects and initiatives and even get involved. In Colombia we can arrange private hiking around areas of the Coffee region that other tourists don’t know about, and we can even charter you a boat in the Galapagos Islands where you’ll have your very own personalised Galapagos trip complete with private chef and expert guides.
Unique experiences
A Travel Differently luxury eco-holiday offers unique experiences and access to activities, sites, and viewpoints others may miss. Unique experiences within our luxury journeys are designed to leave guests with memories that will last a lifetime, whilst leaving a positive impact in the areas you have visited. We can arrange private gastronomy experiences to the cuisine hot-spots of the world such as Lima, where you can meet chefs and try your hand at some delicious recipes. By upping budgets, we can include a private driver and guide for 5 whole days in the remote Puna region of Northern Argentina where the emphasis is not on 5* luxury, but remote spectacular landscapes and scenery as far as the eye can see. Luna landscapes, remote cultures and silence, away from all other tourists. Our signature Travel Differently experiences and cultural tours are luxury, redefined.
Luxury Eco- Holidays: Frequently Asked Questions
Please reach us at info@traveldifferently.co.uk if you cannot find an answer to your question.
Where is best for luxury holidays and luxury sabbaticals in South America?
Peru, Brazil and Chile are incredible for luxury holidays to South America. But they are so many other places that offer luxurious touches also. Looking for a luxury sabbatical? Want to splurge on some high end lodges on your retirement holiday? We have first-have knowledge on which hotels and lodges are best for luxury and which activities/ services are worth upgrading for a 5* luxury experience. If you wanted to have Iguazu falls to yourself and stay at The Belmond for exclusive access, or stay in an all-inclusive luxury yurt in Patagonia Chile with all activities included, our experts will plan out all details of your luxury sabbatical.
Want to eat in Michelin star restaurants during your time in Peru? Or want to have a private boat for your Galapagos holiday? Speak to our team who know each country inside out, and will tailor your luxury sabbatical trip. Your retirement holiday is a reward to yourself, so treat yourself.
What is the best time of year to visit each South American country?
Generally speaking, the best months to visit South America are between November and February. These months cover the best weather and best conditions for many National Parks, hikes, cruises and wildlife adventures. However, South America is a year-round holiday destination, depending on your interests. For example if you want to spot Jaguars in the Pantanal in Brazil, you will need to travel July-September. If you want to see the stunning Rainbow River (Cano Cristales) in Colombia, you will need to travel between July and August. If you have always wanted to go to Antarctica, you need to travel from December to March. Take a look at our when to go where yearly calendar for more inspiration.
What are the best luxury lodges in South America?
The very best 5* luxury lodges in South America include The Explora Lodges, such as Explora Torres del Paine, Explora El Chalten, and Explora Atacama. The Singular Hotels in Santiago and Patagonia are world class and renowned for their luxury and style. Vik Hotel in Chile has been featured on several ‘Best Hotels In The World’ listings and Sol y Luna in Peru is a shining example of how luxury and responsible tourism can co-exist. We prefer to avoid large chain hotels and instead suggest smaller boutique luxury hotels, charming owner-run lodges and beautiful Haciendas that offer a more personal and memorable experience.
Why Book With Travel Differently
Passionate and experienced
- Each member of the team has over a decade of experience in the industry
- Our 5* client reviews reflect our service & standards
- We are a fully independent & owner-run tour operator
- Our holidays include full financial protection & ATOL coverage
- We are destination experts, ensuring authentic & reliable advice
Committed and Responsible
Tailor-made and Personal
- No two trips are the same, our holidays are 100% bespoke
- We design personal, genuine cultural connections & experiences
- From planning to travel, you’ll have one dedicated point of contact
- Our support is available around the clock during your holiday
- We take care of the details, so you don’t have to
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