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Explore the marvels of South America on an adventurous cultural journey with Adventure Life this month. With a variety of 78 tours to choose from, ranging from the vibrant markets of Argentina to the ancient ruins of Peru, your senses will be delighted by the diverse landscapes and rich traditions that define this captivating continent. Wander through cobblestone streets, taste flavorful wines, and trek the iconic Inca Trail while immersing yourself in the heart of the Andean culture. Whether you're seeking archaeological site visits, local market explorations, or a relaxing wine tasting experience, South America offers an array of activities to satisfy your wanderlust. Don't miss the chance to embark on a cultural expedition like no other and contact one of Adventure Life's tour specialists for help planning your next seamless trip.
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Island of the Sun. Bolivia
$3,208
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Discover Bolivia: High Deserts & Prehistory

Roundtrip La Paz - 11 Day Itinerary
  • Explore the history of La Paz
  • World's largest salt flat in Uyuni
  • Join a 4WD adventure
  • Travel to Cochabamba
  • Visit Torotoro National Park
  • Discover the picturesque Copacabana
Starts / Ends:
La Paz / La Paz
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Hiking, Local Market Visits, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Easy Active
This 11-day adventure through Bolivia starts in the city of La Paz with an immersive city tour that showcases the rich culture and history of the region. Witness the expanse of the world's largest salt flat in Uyuni. A riveting 4WD adventure follows, taking explorers through enchanting lagoons …
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Flamingos in Bolivia's Salt Flats
$4,082
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Classic Bolivia Adventure

14 Day Itinerary
  • Explore the history of La Paz
  • Explore Santiago de Okola
  • Tour Sun Island on Lake Titicaca
  • Explore Torotoro National Park
  • Witness Uyuni Salt Flats
  • Visit Potosi and Sucre
Starts / Ends:
La Paz / La Paz
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Hiking, Local Market Visits, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Easy Active
This 14-day adventure through Bolivia's diverse landscapes and cultural treasures begins in La Paz, where travelers explore the city's highlights including the government palace, San Francisco Church, and the Moon Valley. The trip continues with a visit to Lake Titicaca, where travelers …
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Hiking to Machu Picchu on the Inca Trail
$2,195
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Short Inca Trail Hike To Machu Picchu

7 Day Itinerary
  • Explore Cusco
  • Watch the sunrise at Machu Picchu
  • Visit Sacsayhuamán
  • Hike the Inca Trail
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Hiking, Local Market Visits
Activity Level:
Challenging
Experience the wonders of Peru's ancient Incan Empire on this popular highlights tour that includes one day on the famed Inca Trail. Wander Cusco's cobblestone streets, bustling markets and enchanting temples, experiencing the vibrant traditional culture of this Andean city. Visit the …
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Uros Island - Floating island at the Titicaca
$5,117
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Panoramic Peru

16 Day Itinerary
  • Discover Peru's 'Little Galapagos'
  • View the Nazca Lines with a flyover
  • Explore Colca Canyon
  • Visit the shores of Lake Titicaca
Starts / Ends:
Lima / Lima
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Homestays, Local Market Visits
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Tour the best Peru has to offer on this 16 day holiday traveling along the desert coast, up to the altiplano and down to jungle clad ruins. From your first sip of a Pisco Sour to your last cup of corn chicha, you're sure to be charmed by the smiles, laughter and generosity of this Andean …
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Wines of Europe
$4,199
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Taste of Argentina

9 Day Itinerary
  • Explore Salta's colorful markets
  • Visit a local family goat farm
  • Tour vineyards with an oenologist
  • Attend an Andean cooking class
Activities:
Cooking Classes, Local Market Visits, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Argentina is widely known for its traditional cuisine and flavorful wines -- and this Argentina trip lets you find out exactly why it's so celebrated! You will also have the chance to visit a number of culture-rich villages and some of northern Argentina's most spectacular landscapes where …
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Trekking in Patagonia
$4,132
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Patagonia Hiking Express

9 Day Itinerary
  • Hike to the Base of the Towers
  • Premier day hikes in El Chalten
  • Ice trekking on Perito Moreno
  • Explore all that Patagonia offers
Activities:
Hiking
Activity Level:
Challenging
Spend nine days trekking through the Patagonian landscape on this Patagonia Hiking Express tour. Explore Perito Moreno Glacier, the Fitz Roy Range, Laguna Torre, El Calafate, Torres del Paine, and more. Hike through glaciers, past massifs, to lagoons, and through glaciated mountain ranges. Enjoy …
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Explora - Patagonia National Park
$3,838
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Explora Patagonia National Park

5 Day Itinerary
  • Enjoy adventure sports
  • View Patagonian wildlife
  • Learn Patagonia history
Starts / Ends:
Explora - Patagonia National Park / Explora - Patagonia National Park
Activities:
Hiking, Horseback Riding, Land Tours, Spa Relaxation, Wildlife Viewing, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:
Easy Active
Spend five days in the heart of Patagonia National Park, with guanacos roaming the grounds, walks just outside your door, and the opportunity to observe this massive rewilding project firsthand. With their superb guides, first-rate meals, and excellent service, Explora enables you to discover this …
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Our guide as the sun breaks through the clouds
$3,141
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Inca Pathways

Inca Trail - 13 Day Itinerary
  • Explore floating islands
  • Visit the highlights of Cusco
  • Tour pre-Colombian salt mines
  • Trek the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Camping, Hiking, Homestays, Local Market Visits
Activity Level:
Challenging
Explore the best of the Inca Empire on one of our most popular Peru tours that culminates in a 4-day trek ending in Machu Picchu. To acclimatize for the trek, spend time experiencing the local culture staying with a family on the floating islands of Lake Titicaca. Next, we'll travel to Cusco …
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Sunset over Cartagena, Colombia
$2,418
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Best of Colombia

Bogota to Cartagena - 8 Day Itinerary
  • Explore the vibrant city of Bogota
  • Visit local coffee farm
  • See Colombia's unique birds
  • Visit Los Nevados National Park
  • Visit San Basilio de Palenque
Starts / Ends:
Bogota / Cartagena
Activities:
Hacienda Visits, Hiking, Homestays, Local Market Visits, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
On this 8-day tour, enjoy some of the favorite destinations in Colombia. Meet your guide and visit the most iconic and historical landmarks in the downtown area of Bogota. Next, fly to Manizales to learn about the coffee world and explore the Hacienda Venecia coffee farm. Experience every stage of …
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Canoe ride
$2,334
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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:
Camping, Fishing, Homestays, Kayaking, Rainforest Exploration, Village Visits, Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Moderate
A true Amazon adventure! This kayak expedition takes you into one of the most important and biodiverse ecosystems on earth. Explore the Amazon rainforest of Ecuador located in the Yasuni National Park, which is renowned for its impressive biodiversity and thriving indigenous cultures. During this …
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Paddling through rapids
$3,409
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Sacred Valley Multisport Adventure

8 Day Itinerary
  • Visit Cusco's largest open market
  • Enjoy Rafting on the Urubamba River
  • See beautiful Piuray Lake
  • Hike through famous Incan sites
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Biking, Camping, Hiking, Homestays, Local Market Visits, Village Visits, Whitewater Rafting
Activity Level:
Moderate
This active Peru tour includes whitewater rafting the Urubamba River, mountain biking Chinchero, and hiking off the beaten path Inca trails near Machu Picchu. This shortened version of our 12 day Sacred Valley and Lake Titicaca Multisport Adventure is a great choice for active travelers who are …
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Tango show
$118
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La Ventana Dinner & Tango Show

  • Enjoy a Tango and Folklore Show
  • Savor Argentinian gourmet dishes
Activities:
Land, Urban Exploration, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Witness the intimate dance that unites the city and its inhabitants in a passionate embrace. The La Ventana Tango House is a fully renovated historic structure located in San Telmo. Tango embodies Argentina's heart and spirit. Take in a classic tango performance as well as a folklore display …
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The Island of Chiloé
$8,350
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The Islands of Chiloe & The Route of the Parks of Patagonia

10 Day Itinerary
  • Scenic walking tour of Puerto Varas
  • Osorno Volcano & Rewilding Activity
  • Natural Wonders of Chiloé
  • Visit Castro & Culinary Adventures
  • Explore the Route of the Parks
  • Chaitén Volcano & Scenic Return
Starts / Ends:
Puerto Varas / Puerto Varas
Activities:
Cooking Classes, Hiking, Local Market Visits, Village Visits, Volunteering, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Easy Active
Explore the Islands of Chiloe & The Route of the Parks of Patagonia on this 10-day tour from Puerto Varas that blends the culture and landscapes of the Chiloé Archipelago with the beauty of Patagonia’s Northern Route of Parks! This trip is about discovering hidden trails and …
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The stunning landscape of Patagonia
$4,830
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Chelenko Experience

8 Day Itinerary
  • Kayak Marble Caves & Cathedrals
  • Hike to San Rafael Glacier
  • Visit Puerto Guadal
  • Explore the local area
  • Discover Patagonia's ecosystem
  • Visit Patgonia National Park
Starts / Ends:
Balmaceda / Balmaceda
Activities:
Camping, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Kayaking, Village Visits, Whitewater Rafting, Wilderness Lodge Exploration
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Explore the Carretera Austral Region and General Carrera Lake, also known as Lake Chelenko in Chile, on this 8-day tour and experience the remote Patagonia wilderness on an active adventure tour. Visit the beautiful town of Puerto Guadal, known as the "Pearl of the Lake," and kayak the …
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Confluencia River
$3,950
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Chile's Route of the Parks Self Drive

8 Day Itinerary
  • See condor in Queulat National Park
  • Explore Cerro Castillo National Par
  • Discover Patagonia's ecosystem
  • Visit Queulat National Park
  • See the Marble Caves & Cathedrals
  • Admire the San Rafael Glacier
Starts / Ends:
Coyhaique / Balmaceda
Activities:
Adventure Options, Hiking, Kayaking, Village Visits, Wilderness Lodge Exploration
Activity Level:
Moderate
Experience one of the most incredible scenic routes in the world, the Route of the Parks, located in Aysen, one of the most remote and least visited regions in Chile. Discover the diversity and beauty of this remote region as you explore the National Parks concentrated along the Carretera Austral. …
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The island of Chiloe
$2,737
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Highlights of Chiloe

4 Day Itinerary
  • Ferry Ride with views of the Andes
  • Northern Chiloe Village Exploration
  • Hiking in Tepuhueico Park
  • Unique endemic wildlife spotting
  • Cultural exploration of Castro
  • Visit to Chepu River
Starts / Ends:
Puerto Varas / Puerto Varas
Activities:
Cooking Classes, Hiking, Local Market Visits, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Easy Active
Take a 4-day trip to Chiloé, an island known for its culture, landscapes, and unique traditions. Begin your adventure with a ferry ride offering views of the Andes and coastal villages. Discover northern Chiloé by visiting quaint villages, sampling local oysters, and observing …
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Puntiagudo Volcano, a snow-cappedd volcanic chain in Chile, near Osorno Volcano
$2,650
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Chile's Three Lakes & Volcanoes Crossing

Chile Small Group Tour - 4 Day Itinerary
  • Hike the Desolacion Trail
  • Boat ride to Puntiagudo Valley
  • Hike to Lake Rupanco
  • Visit hot springs by Lake Rupanco
Starts / Ends:
Puerto Varas / Puerto Varas
Activities:
Hiking, Homestays, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Moderate
Join a 4-day trek through Chile's Lake District, linking three lakes and several volcanoes in an unforgettable adventure. Begin the guided trip hiking the Desolación Trail in Vicente Pérez Rosales National Park, taking in the diverse landscapes and reaching the emerald shores of …
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CACHICCATA SCHOOL
$834
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Sacred Valley Community Clean-Up

2 Day Itinerary
Activities:
Land, Volunteering
Activity Level:
Relaxed
One negative consequence of modernization's impact in the Andes is an increase in post-consumer waste. Without adequate disposal options in rural communities, household garbage accumulates and is scattered around the countryside. Our service project will allow travelers to go into the community …
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