Top South America Tours & Cruises in 2028

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Andes and Amazon

15 Day Itinerary

• Explore Quito’s UNESCO Old Town
• Visit the homes of local weavers
• Visit Antisana National Park
• Experience Amazon jungle lodge
• Hike scenic Cajas National Park

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Quito / Quito

Activities

Spa Relaxation

Activity Level

Easy Active

Discover Ecuador on this 15-day Andes and Amazon adventure. Explore Quito’s Old Town, shop at Otavalo Market, wander Cuenca’s colonial streets, ride the Devil’s Nose Train, hike Chimborazo, and follow the Route of the Waterfalls to Baños. Enjoy jungle hikes, wildlife viewing, and community visits in the Amazon rainforest.

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from $2,968

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Cachiccata Trek

Alternative Inca Trail - 10 Day Itinerary

• Encounter local people as you trek
• View the Urubamba mountain range
• Explore the Inca stronghold, Cusco
• Take in the ruins of Machu Picchu

Activity Level

Challenging

The Cachiccata Trek is an excellent alternative to the Inca Trail. This cultural hike explores Peruvian history, and also visits modern Inca communities and customs. This route was cultivated by the Cachiccata community and your local guides will delight in sharing their culture and history. Come and discover this hidden trekking treasure of Peru!

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from $1,876

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Living Legacy of Ancient Peru

Cusco & Huilloc - 6 Day Itinerary

• Discover wonders of Peru
• Explore Historic sites of Cusco
• Experience life at Huilloc
• Experience Machu Picchu

Starts / Ends

Cusco / Cusco

Activity Level

Relaxed

Experience the unique living culture in Peru in this 6-day Cusco and Huilloc Homestay Tour.

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from $1,366

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Rio de Janeiro and Bonito

7 Day Itinerary

• Enjoy views of Rio de Janeiro
• Visit Christ the Redeemer
• Learn about local flora and fauna
• Swim in unusually blue waters

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Rio de Janeiro / Campo Grande

Activities

Snorkeling, Urban Exploration

Activity Level

Relaxed

Visit the mountaintops of Corcovado and Sugarloaf, two of Rio's iconic peaks, and stroll the beaches of Ipanema and Copacabana during your visit to Rio de Janeiro. Make your way to Brazil's ecotourism capital, Bonito, where you can admire the tropical wildlife on land and in the Rio de Prata.

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from $8,452

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Culinary Adventure in Argentina & Uruguay

13 Day Itinerary

• Enjoy culinary classes
• Visit Aconcagua Mountain
• Experience Argentine Tango
• Taste premier wines

Activities

Biking, Wine Tasting

Activity Level

Relaxed

This 13-day active Argentina & Uruguay trip explores the best of these countries' culinary delights. Your journey includes traditional cooking classes, wine tasting, hiking, city tours, and beautiful landscapes. Visit Buenos Aires, Mendoza, Aconcagua & Montevideo. To end your tour, spend some time relaxing on the sunny white beaches of Uruguay.

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from $4,183

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Casanare Wildlife Safari

5 Day Itinerary

• Visit a Nature Reserve in Casanare
• Enjoy horseback ride in the Reserve
• Spy elusive wildlife
• Learn about the Llanos' way of life
• Spend time with the local community
• Taste home-cooked lunch with locals

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Bogota / Bogota

Activities

Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Village Visits, Horseback Riding

Activity Level

Easy Active

Explore the Casanare Region in Colombia, a vast plain with extensive ranches that still preserve the traditions and culture of the region. During this 5-day Casanare Wildlife Safari in Colombia, witness incredible wildlife in El Encanto de Guanapalo natural reserve and experience their customs with Llaneros while riding horses through the savannahs

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from $3,421

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Sacred Valley and Lares Adventure

8 Day Itinerary

• Explore Cusco with a local guide
• Adventure through the Andes
• Stay in luxury lodges along the way
• Explore the ruins of Machu Picchu

Activities

Local Market Visits

Activity Level

Easy Active

The Sacred Valley and Lares Adventure to Machu Picchu offers the perfect combination of traditional adventure travel and cultural immersion. This 8-day lodge-to-lodge journey will alternate between an exploration of the astounding natural scenery of the Sacred Valley and an intimate look at Andean culture, both in busy towns and in remote of mountain hamlets.

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from $2,417

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Amazon Kayak Adventure

7 Day Itinerary

• Observe Black Caimans
• Walk Yasuni National Park
• Encounter Amazon wildlife
• Take an early morning hike

Activities

Homestays

Activity Level

Moderate

One of the most remote, authentic, and adventurous Amazon tours! Travel by kayak deep into the Ecuadorian Amazon jungle looking for tapir, monkeys, macaws, and other wildlife.

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from $1,966

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Guaviare Adventure

4 Day Itinerary

• Discover San Jose del Guaviare
• See rock art mural
• Visit El Raudal via a boat ride
• A chance to encounter pink dolphins

Starts / Ends

Bogota / Bogota

Activities

Archaeological Site Visits

Activity Level

Easy Active

Embark on a 4-day adventure in San Jose del Guaviare, Colombia. Delve into the Amazon rainforest, exploring ancient rock art at Cerro Azul and the iconic Puerta de Orion. Enjoy boat rides along the Guayabero River, ecological hikes, and possible encounters with pink dolphins. Conclude with a swim in natural pools.

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from $1,887

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Calanoa Amazonas Experience

5 Day Itinerary

• Explore Colombian Amazon
• See exotic plants and animals
• Learn about wildlife conservation
• See the rich culture of Colombia

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Bogota / Bogota

Activities

Rainforest Exploration

Activity Level

Relaxed

Explore the Amazon rainforest, one of the most biodiverse regions in the world, while staying at an eco-lodge like Calanoa Amazonas during this 5-day Calanoa Amazonas Experience in Colombia. Learn about conservation efforts to preserve wildlife while viewing exotic species and their natural habitats.

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from $2,426

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Ecuador Highlights

9 Day Itinerary

• Walk paths through the Cloud Forest
• Visit bustling Otavalo Market
• Explore Cotopaxi National Park
• Enjoy various activities in Baños

Activity Level

Relaxed

Begin and end your nine-day trip discovering the best of Ecuador high in the Andes where we'll explore the colonial capital city of Quito. Then, bargain with colorfully-dressed indigenous women in the Otavalo Market, visit the Bellavista Cloud Forest, Cotopaxi Volcano & National Park and the town of Baños on this tour of the best of the Ecuadorian Andes.

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from $2,565

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La Selva Lodge

Ecuadorian Amazon - 7 Day Itinerary

• Visit Ecuador's famous macaw lick
• Take night walks in the rainforest
• Observe unique Amazon wildlife
• Paddle dugout canoes along creeks

Activity Level

Relaxed

Spend four nights in the Ecuadorian Amazon at the La Selva rainforest lodge with professional naturalists and indigenous guides. Paddle a canoe on black water lakes, spot monkeys and birds in the rainforest canopy, and relax away the evenings on one of the most luxurious experiences in the Amazon Rainforest.

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from $5,980

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Ultimate Ecuador

13 Day Itinerary

• Bike Pichincha Volcano
• Explore Bellavista Cloud Forest
• Zipline over Mindo canopy
• Hike Cotopaxi National Park
• Kayak the Shiripuno River
• Spot endemic wildlife in Yasuni
• Visit a remote Waorani village

Starts / Ends

Quito / Quito

Activities

Camping, Cooking Classes

Activity Level

Moderate

Explore Ecuador’s cloud forest, Andes, and Amazon on this 13-day adventure. Zipline over Mindo, ride horseback near Cotopaxi, and hike volcanic trails. Paddle deep into Yasuni National Park, encountering wildlife and the Waorani community. Stay at an eco-glamping site in the rainforest, immersing yourself in the rainforest’s beauty.

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from $7,721

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Finch Bay EcoHotel

10 Day Itinerary

• View Giant Tortoises
• Snorkel along shallow reefs
• Hike to view sea lions & lizards
• Choose from a menu of activities

Activity Level

Relaxed

Set the pace of your Galapagos adventure with a 10-day stay at the Finch Bay Eco-Hotel. Spend your time exploring the natural beauty and wildlife of the islands or relax in the comfort of your seaside hotel. Additional excursions can also be arranged if you wish.

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from $14,495

EBD $2000

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Essential Patagonia: Chilean Fjords and Torres del Paine

Buenos Aires - Punta Arenas - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine

• Visit Cape Horn
• Hike Torres del Paine
• Explore Pia Glacier
• Cruise Chilean Fjords

Starts / Ends

Buenos Aires / Santiago

Activities

Kayaking, Wildlife Viewing, Hiking, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Citizen Science, Photography Seminars, Helicopter Tours

Activity Level

Variable

Sail on a 15-day Patagonian cruise from Buenos Aires to Santiago on Ultramarine, flying to Ushuaia before sailing past Cape Horn, Glacier Alley, & the fjords of Tierra del Fuego. Explore Puerto Natales, hike Torres del Paine, visit a Patagonian estancia, & discover penguin colonies, glaciers, waterfalls, & historic sites across Chilean Patagonia.

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from $11,524

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Chile Astronomy Adventure

8 Day Itinerary

• Explore La Serena and Coquimbo
• Join an astronomy tour in Gemini
• Discover Elqui Valley and nearby
• Visit Omega Astronomical Center
• Experience Atacameno traditions
• Explore lagoons and geysers

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La Serena / Calama

Activity Level

Relaxed

Explore Chile on an 8-day astronomy tour from La Serena to the Atacama Desert. Tour La Serena and Coquimbo, visit La Recova market, Gemini Observatory, and the Elqui Valley. Enjoy a pisco tasting, stargaze at Omega Center, and explore Moon Valley, Socaire, Altiplanic lagoons, the Tatio Geysers, and local Andean culture.

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from $5,631

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The Complete Patagonia Experience: Culture and Nature

8 Day Itinerary

• Discover a 19th century estancia
• Learn about the ranch life
• See the famed Torres del Paine
• Choose from a variety of activities
• Explore in an all-terrain adventure

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Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas

Activities

Fishing, Hacienda Visits

Activity Level

Easy Active

Join this 8-day Patagonia culture and nature adventure, a combination of unique wildlife, cultural immersion and spectacular scenery in the heart of Chilean Patagonia. Explore Torres del Paine National Park and choose your activities each day based on your preferences and interests.

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from $7,280

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Colombia Multisport Adventure: Andes to Caribbean

12 Day Itinerary

• Hike Cane River trail to Ráquira
• Bike through iconic sites of Bogota
• Zipline above Juan Curi Falls
• Explore Tayrona National Park

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Bogota / Cartagena

Activity Level

Moderate

Experience Colombia’s rich culture and scenery on this active 12-day trip from Bogotá to the Caribbean coast. Hike to the Lost City, visit colonial towns like Villa de Leyva and Barichara, and unwind in Tayrona National Park’s pristine beaches. Explore Cartagena’s UNESCO-listed charm while connecting with Colombia’s diverse landscapes and heritage.

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