Valparaíso is a port city on the west coast of Chile. With seemingly endless number of brightly painted houses and charming port it’s easy to see when Valparaíso is a World Heritage City. Take the funicular Ascensor Artilleria train to the top of Cerro Concepcion for a stunning ocean view. For those looking to take to take it easy, a number of vineyards are found near the town where world-famous Chilean wine is produced.

Iquique is located in the north of the South American country Chile and is the capital of the Region de Tarapacá. Iquique impresses with its palm-lined streets and the beautiful beach resorts.

The Peruvian capital Lima is also the largest city in the country. Together with the port city of Callao, it forms the so-called metropolitan area. Lima's historic centre has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1990. With a mixture of Western influences and indigenous cultures, Lima has developed into a tourist destination not to be missed. Make sure not to miss the site of Pachacamac which is about 40 km south-east of Lima. This site dates back to A.D. 200 and was a religious site built before the Inca invasion of the area.

Quito is the capital of Ecuador and, at 2850 meters avove sea level, is the highest capital city in the world. Local attractions include the colonial Old Town and the National Museum.

Fuerte Amador is a small Pacific island which is known as the gateway to Panama City. A one-mile man made causeway connects four small islands. The island is dotted with restaurants and shops, so there's plenty to discover. With many reliable taxis at the port there's a quick way to get around to other destinations too. Panama is 20 miles away from Fuerte Amador so a stop in the port is a great opportunity to book an excursion to see the city.

The Panama Canal connects the Atlantic and Pacific oceans together. Since the canals opening in 1914, this channel has become one of the most important waterways in the world, earning itself the title of one of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World. Over 815,000 ships have traveled this canal in the last 100 years. Not only does the Panama Canal allow for passage between two of most immense oceans but it also provides great access to some of the most culture rich and vibrant destinations in Panama.