Metropolitan Touring

Destination Services

Ecuador, Peru, Colombia

With over 70 years of experience, Metropolitan Touring stands as South America’s premier Destination Management Company, providing sophisticated, immersive, and safe travel experiences across mainland Ecuador, the Galápagos Islands, Peru, and Colombia. Fully attuned to the needs of luxury travel advisors and their clients, Metropolitan’s knowledgeable and responsive team of seasoned professionals ensure a seamless journey from start to finish.

A single call to the dedicated Travel Advisor Desk sets their destination experts in motion, crafting personalized itineraries precisely tailored to your clients’ preferences, designed always with the wellbeing of our planet in mind. Committed to delivering exceptional service and exceeding expectations, Metropolitan Touring is eager to share the wonders of South America with your clients via unique, authentic and transformative travel experiences.

meet Metropolitan Touring

A legacy of 70+ years of regional expertise across Ecuador, Peru, and Colombia.
Ownership of award-winning lodges, hotels, and expedition vessels ensures consistent luxury (Mashpi Lodge, Casa Gangotena, Finch Bay, Yacht Isabela II, Yacht La Pinta and more).
A deeply embedded focus on sustainability and responsible tourism.
Granular support via a Travel Advisor Desk and educational Agent Portal.
24/7, on-the-ground operational support for clients and advisors.

Why Work with Metropolitan Touring?

Travelers valuing authenticity, unparalleled quality, and environmentally conscious exploration in South America. Ideal for luxury-guided families, couples, or groups seeking immersive cultural, natural, or expedition-focused experiences, backed by meticulous service and expertise.

Client Profile

Ecuador

Peru

Colombia

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Most Popular Trip Types

Wildlife & Nature | Cultural & Historic Landscapes | Eco & Expedition Journeys

Ideal Trip Length

8–12 nights

about Mainland Ecuador & The Galápagos

Ecuador packs a stunning array of geographic and cultural experiences into a compact area—from the lush rainforests of the Amazon and soaring Andean peaks to the colonial charm of Quito and the otherworldly wildlife of the Galápagos. Regarded as one of the most biodiverse countries in the world, Ecuador’s relatively modest size allows your clients to experience a grand variety of destinations, cultures, and experiences in a convenient time frame.

When to Visit

Excellent weather all year, thanks to its location on the Equator. Ecuador has two seasons: dry (from May to December) and wet (late December through April).

Where to Visit

• Galapagos Islands
• Quito and Cuenca Historical Center
• Amazon Rainforest
• Avenue of the Volcanoes
• Otavalo Market
• Mashpi Lodge

Accessibility

Two well-connected international airports: Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) in Quito and José Joaquín de Olmedo International Airport (GYE) in Guayaquil. The airports offer daily flights to and from Europe and North and South America. They’re also the gateway to the Galapagos Islands.

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Insider tips

• Leverage prompt accessibility to space in hotels & yachts owned by Metropolitan Touring including: Casa Gangotena in Quito, Finch Bay Galapagos Hotel on Santa Cruz Island, Mashpi Lodge in the Andean Rainforest, and Yacht Isabela II, Yacht La Pinta & Sea Lion Yacht in the Galapagos.
• Combine high-altitude exploration with tropical immersion.

Ecuador’s Upscale Lodges

Galapagos & Quito

Galapagos Family Cruise

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about peru

Peru unfolds as a tapestry of ancient civilizations, diverse ecosystems, and modern culinary prestige. From Lima’s celebrated dining scene to the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu, plus rainforest lodges in the Amazon, the country blends iconic archaeology, high Andes adventure, and vibrant coastal culture—all supported by a mature hospitality infrastructure and strong sustainability efforts.

Most Popular Trip Types

Archaeology & Inca Civilization | Culinary & Cultural Journeys | Adventure & Amazon Experiences

Ideal Trip Length

10–15 nights

When to Visit

May–September for dry season in the highlands and optimal trekking conditions.

Where to Visit

• Lima
• Cusco
• Machu Picchu
• Sacred Valley
• Arequipa/Colca Canyon
• Lake Titicaca
• Amazon Rainforest

Accessibility

Jorge Chávez International Airport in Lima (LIM) is the primary international gateway with frequent nonstop service from North America and Europe. Reliable domestic networks connect to Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport in Cusco (CUZ) for Machu Picchu and the Sacred Valley; Rodríguez Ballón International Airport in Arequipa (AQP) for Colca Canyon; and Amazon gateways such as Puerto Maldonado (PEM) and Iquitos (IQT).

Insider tips

• Combine luxury train experiences with cultural tours
• Include culinary workshops and rural village visits for authentic depth

sample itineraries

Essential Peru

Culinary Peru

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Ideal Trip Length

8–12 nights

When to Visit

December–March for Caribbean coast or year-round for Andean regions.

about colombia

Colombia offers vibrant contrasts—colonial architecture, warm Caribbean beaches, Andean peaks, coffee plantations, and tropical jungles. Travelers can pair Cartagena’s UNESCO-listed walled city with the Coffee Region’s haciendas, Bogotá’s museums and dining, Medellín’s creative districts, and Amazon or Sierra Nevada adventures—all stitched together with boutique stays and rich cultural encounters.

Most Popular Trip Types

Cultural & Colonial Heritage | Coffee & Cultural Landscapes | Coast & Nature Tours

Where to Visit

• Bogotá
• Cartagena
• Medellín
• Coffee Region
• Sierra Nevada
• Amazon

Accessibility

International gateways at Bogotá (BOG) and Cartagena (CTG), with Medellín (MDE) as a key hub. Fast domestic flights reach Santa Marta (SMR) for Tayrona/Sierra Nevada, the Coffee Region via Pereira/Armenia/Manizales (PEI/AXM/MZL), and Leticia (LET) for the Amazon.

Insider tips

Start in Cartagena’s historic charm and extend into less-traveled ecological or cultural areas for unique contrast.

sample itineraries

Cartagena Getaway

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Caribbean adventure

travel advisor portal

Metropolitan Touring’s exclusive Travel Advisor Portal is full of resources that will help you become a true expert in South American travel in no time. Plus, it’s full of incredible photos, videos and brochures you can download to share with your clients!

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“We were absolutely thrilled with Metropolitan Touring for our Peru adventure! Every minute of our trip we felt taken care of, safe and every detail of our trip was planned and executed beautifully. We had a comfortable and luxurious vehicle with a great driver and our first-class tour guide who was extremely knowledgeable as well as interesting and funny and he made our trip the absolute best experience it could be! He knew so much about the rich history as well as plants and vegetation, food and culture and he helped us learn a lot of colloquial Spanish as well as making the historical information interesting and understandable. Highly recommend - they were exceptional!!! Went above and beyond to help us make the most of our vacation.”

Clients of McCabe World Travel

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“Brilliant friendly knowledgeable guides. Well thought of itinerary with variety. Nicely paced and privileged to have seen exhibits in some exclusive venues. With special needs the team put together a very special package offering us unique experiences. When Peru experienced a political coup and went into a state of emergency the Team managed to extricate us and stayed with us until we were able to fly out, but also organized additional activities at no notice. Hugest appreciations.”

Clients of Largay Travel

“Metropolitan Touring in Ecuador was excellent. Our pickups were on time. Our guide and driver in Quito were fabulous and very sensitive to our needs. Our experience on La Pinta for seven days was amazing. The entire crew of the ship was fantastic and very customer oriented. The itinerary was very good and executed very well. We wanted a small ship and luxury at the same time. We got both. We would recommend Metropolitan Touring for a family trip to the Galapagos.”