Leading youth travel brand for 18 to 35s, Contiki, has expanded its Latin America portfolio with the launch of four new itineraries for departure in 2027, giving travel agents new opportunities to connect young travellers with some of the region’s most sought-after destinations.

Available to book now for departures from January 2027, the new trips are designed for travellers who want more from every journey. Whether it’s crossing six countries in one trip, exploring Colombia’s colourful streets or swapping beach days for cloud forest hikes in Costa Rica, each itinerary offers bucket-list highlights with local immersion for a once-in-a-lifetime adventure.

Carnival in Brazil

Nine days, three cities and one of the world’s most famous festivals. Ideal for clients seeking a festival-led adventure, this itinerary takes travellers from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro during one of the world’s most iconic celebrations, where the atmosphere is impossible to resist. From São Paulo to a coastal escape in Paraty, guests move on to Rio de Janeiro, where bucket-list landmarks like Christ the Redeemer, alongside a front-row seat at the Sambadrome, offer a mix of cultural insight, celebration and time to recharge during one of Brazil’s most iconic celebrations.

Contiki’s nine-day Carnival in Brazil itinerary is priced from £1,449 per person, including accommodation, select meals and experiences, and excluding flights. Departures available 31 January and 3 February 2027.

Mexico City to San Jose

Contiki’s longest Latin America launch offers agents a standout option for clients looking for an extended, multi-country adventure. Kicking off in Mexico City and wrapping up in Costa Rica, the route brings travellers through ancient Mayan cities, Caribbean Island life and Pacific coastlines. From temple visits in Palenque and Tikal to cenote swims in the Yucatán, guests can then unwind in Caye Caulker and San Juan del Sur. Along the way, travellers will stay in local homestays in Guatemala and Nicaragua, including with local Kaqchikel family in San Jorge La Laguna for a look at daily life by the lake and to learn about local customs.

Contiki’s 46-day Mexico City to San Jose itinerary is priced from £4,155 per person, including accommodation, select meals and experiences, and excluding flights. Departures available from January 2027.

Best of Colombia

On this 15-day journey through Colombia’s most compelling corners, travellers begin in Bogotá, moving quickly into the rolling hills of coffee country, where mornings are spent learning the craft behind the country’s most famous export produce. The energy builds in Medellín, before shifting to the Caribbean coast. Travellers will hike through Tayrona National Park and the vibrant streets of Cartagena, where colonial architecture meets salsa rhythms in the evenings, for an experience of Colombia that goes beyond the surface.

Contiki’s 15-day Best of Colombia itinerary is priced from £2,195 per person, including accommodation, select meals and experiences, and excluding flights. Departures available from January 2027.

Best of Costa Rica

This eight-day Costa Rica escape packs the country’s standout landscapes into one small-group adventure. Starting and ending in San José, guests weave from rainforest lowlands to volcanic backdrops, spotting the iconic Arenal volcano, taking waterfall hikes and dipping in hot spring near Tamarindo. In Monteverde, hanging bridges and national park exploration offer a quieter pace, with options to zipline and raft to nearby beaches for more adventurous travellers. Travellers will also have the chance to plant trees as part of a MAKE TRAVEL MATTERTM Experience, helping the local ecosystem and helping them feel like they’ve made a difference during their travels.

Contiki’s eight-day Best of Costa Rica itinerary is priced from £1,175 per person, including accommodation, select meals and experiences, and excluding flights. Departures available from January 2027.

For more information, itineraries and booking tools, agents can visit agents.ttc.com