The Magic of Small Group Travels
Small group cultural tours are a fantastic way to immerse yourself in a new culture and gain a deeper understanding of the local way of life. Here are just a few reasons why small group cultural tours are a great... Read more
Don’t Miss Out on a Trip of a Lifetime! THIS APRIL
Join McPhail Travel on the Ecuador & Galapagos Islands Tour featuring the jungles of the Amazon. From the heights of the volcanoes to the unexplored waters of Galapagos, this tour is a must for the lovers of the great outdoors. Whether... Read more
The mind-boggling landscapes, ancient history and several Wonders of the World, make South America a traveler’s dream.
Join us as we explore the highlights and hidden gems of this extraordinary continent! Read more
Your Adventure Starts Here
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Discovery Tours - South America Program
While Spring is just around the corner, bringing warm sunshine and longer days, people are already thinking about fall and next winter with a historic, pent-up demand for travel!Included are our two South America programs – tours to Ecuador &... Read more
Plan your Travel with Discovery Tours Est. 1995
When you go on a Discovery Tour, no matter where you're headed, we want to make sure we're doing a few things, like: Read more
THE BEST OF GALAPAGOS
Discover the enchanted Galapagos Islands through our small group tour! The islands offer endless opportunities to witness a unique abundance of wildlife in a setting unlike any other on the planet.For more information about our small group tour, visit www.thediscoverytours.ca Read more
5 Ways a Travel Advisor Can Help You Discover a New Destination
They do the research for you - Between searching for authentic experiences, finding the best neighborhoods to explore, deciding where to eat, figuring out the currency and understanding local customs, researching a new destination can be time-consuming. Plus, agents often... Read more
Why Discovery Tours? What sets us apart from other tour companies.
Small GroupsTravelling in a small group has many benefits – the possibility for more intimate accommodation and restaurants, the ability to have flexible itineraries and make spontaneous stops, and getting to know others on the tour. You feel less intrusive and... Read more
LAST CALL to join our Discovery Tours in Ecuador, Galapagos and Peru this Spring!
At Discovery Tours, we develop cultural adventures for those who want a depth of perspective not found on standard travel excursions. Working with local contacts, we create one-of-a-kind experiences that enrich our tours in ways not possible for larger companies... Read more
Inca Explorer Small Group Tour - April 26th to May 11th, 2020.
From its amazing archaeological treasures to its gastronomic delights and from its rich history to its melting pot of cultures, Peru offers visitors a wide array of attractions—and on this tour; you’ll experience its highlights on our Inca Explorer small group tour April 26th to May 11th, 2020. Read more
Quito and beyond: 3 things to do in Ecuador after a Galapagos trip
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Galapagos Marine Reserve
The Galapagos Marine Reserve is one of the largest and most biologically diverse marine protected areas in the world. It covers 133,000 square kilometers (51,352 square miles), surrounding the Galapagos Islands in the eastern Pacific Ocean, about 1,000 kilometers (600... Read more
Ecuador and Galapagos Highlights
A truly unique lifetime adventure blending the spectacular geography of Quito UNESCO city with the cloud forest and with the enchanted Galápagos Islands, the islands offer endless opportunities to witness a unique abundance of wildlife in a setting unlike any... Read more
Galapagos Islands Birds
Birdwatchers come from all over the world to visit the Galapagos Islands, where there are hundreds of bird species to be seen. Many of them are endemic, so the Galapagos is the only place in the world to see them!Many... Read more
4 places that prove Panama is the most underrated country in Central America
written by April Wong June 9, 2018 Read more
5 reasons why you should visit Central America on a group tour
Tropical emerald forests teeming with colorful native birds and hooting monkeys high up in the canopies are alluring, as are the royal navy tones of the Pacific Ocean and the tints of turquoise of the Caribbean Sea. With so much ground... Read more
Unique small group cultural tours 'Off the beaten track” since 1995
There is SO much more to Panama than canals and hats. Situated on the narrow isthmus bridging Central and South America, travellers will be wowed by palm-shaded (and uncrowded) beaches, sensational surf breaks, picturesque Colonial towns, and wildlife aplenty.In Panama's... Read more
