Metropolitan Touring is one of South America's best-known and respected Travel Corporations. Founded in Ecuador in 1953, Metropolitan Touring has been turning dreams into memories by providing first-class services to thousands of visitors. Metropolitan Touring currently has its own ground operations in Ecuador, Peru, Chile and Argentina, and is the owner and operator of the finest ships for expedition cruises in the celebrated Galapagos Islands: the MV Santa Cruz, Yacht Isabela II and Yacht La Pinta.
In order to better serve our clients, Metropolitan Touring, in association with Explora, pioneers in experiential travel to Chile and owners of three properties (Explora Atacama: Larache Hotel; Explora Patagonia: Salto Chico Hotel and Explora Rapa Nui, Easter Island), has acquired Cuatro Rumbos, a local tour operator based in Cordoba, Argentina. Cuatro Rumbos, although fairly new, it was the choice for its excellent reputation and knowledgeable staff and tour guides and as of March 2009,it has been operating under the brand of Metropolitan Touring Argentina, keeping its original staff to offer our guests the first-rate experience that they have come to expect from Metropolitan Touring.
Travel is a demanding business, but Metropolitan Touring has been in the arena for more than 50 years. There is no substitute for this knowledge and know-how when it comes to planning and executing your trips to South America. You are spending your hard-earned money to visit an unfamiliar country: wouldn't you like to go with a company that has done this before?
You don't last fifty years in this business unless you have a lot of satisfied customers. Many of our clients were referred to us by some friends or relatives that have already been in contact with any of our services. It has been our intention for more than fifty years to provide unforgettable travel experiences, so you know that we have not forgotten (and will not forget) that the client is always in the first place.
Everyone at Metropolitan Touring is professional, dedicated and extremely good at what they do. Everyone, from the office staff that you will never see, to the drivers, tour guides and local experts who make your trip unforgettable, are the cream of the crop. We are exceptionally proud of our staff and their ability to provide a truly extraordinary experience.
We are dedicated, creative and hard workers and have people and facilities all over South America. Let us help you craft the trip of a lifetime with the places and sights that you would like to see, rather than simply cram you into a standardized tour.
Fundación Galápagos has been chosen by Coca Cola to participate in the campaign “Every bottle has a story” for its commitment to making a positive difference to the Islands
Metropolitan Touring is one of South America’s most known and respected travel companies, providing unrivalled service to our guests for nearly 60 years. Along with our operations in Ecuador, Peru, Argentina, Chile and Colombia, we also own and operate the finest ships for Galapagos Island cruises - the M/V Santa Cruz, Yacht Isabella II and Yacht La Pinta - as well as the Finch Bay Eco Hotel. Come explore with us!
We take immense pride in our Galapagos cruise explorations, during which our guests experience the ever-changing ecological paradise of the islands. Our Galapagos cruises provide opportunities to walk, swim, snorkel, photograph and observe the archipelago’s amazing wildlife in the company of expert naturalist guides. Our Galapagos cruises are characterized by the highest standards of comfort, cuisine and service on board, combining these elements to provide solo-travelers, families and small groups with an unforgettable exploration of ‘the enchanted isles.’
So, pack your bags and come explore with us for a Galapagos cruise of a lifetime!