Top South America Trips & Tours in December 2025

from $12,995

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Northwestern Islands

Baltra roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise

• Encounter pink flamingos
• Discover Chinese Hat
• Explore Genovesa Island
• Visit Bachas beach

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activities

Hiking, Snorkeling, Kayaking, Wildlife Viewing, Stand Up Paddle Boarding

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on an 8-day Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise in the Northwestern Galapagos Islands. Explore unique wildlife, including giant tortoises and lava tunnels. Visit Cerro Dragón, Chinese Hat, Genovesa, and more. Enjoy birdwatching, snorkeling, and diverse wildlife encounters. Finally, visit North Seymour before heading to Baltra for your flight home.

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from $8,195

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Central East Islands

Baltra - San Cristobal - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise

• Explore the Santa Cruz highlands
• Hike to Bartolomé's summit
• Land at South Plaza for forest walk
• Greet playful sea lions

Starts / Ends

Baltra / San Cristobal Airport

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail on a 5-day cruise from Baltra to San Cristobal aboard Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise in the Central East Galapagos Islands. Explore Santa Cruz's highlands and lava tunnels, Rábida's red sand beach, Bartolomé's volcanic panoramas, and South Plaza's land iguanas. Discover more flora and fauna while enjoying up-close wildlife encounters.

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from $6,190

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Luxurious Southern Galapagos Cruise

6 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Spray

• Visit the Waved Albatross colony
• Snorkel with sharks at Kicker Rock
• Leave a letter at Post Office Bay
• Hike the cliffs at Pitt Point

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

On this 6-day luxury Galapagos cruise aboard one of the best yachts in Galapagos, the Ocean Spray catamaran, you'll see giant Galapagos tortoises, playful sea lion colonies, marine iguanas, blue-footed boobies, and if traveling the right time of year, waved albatrosses on Espanola Island.

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from $5,190

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Northern Galapagos Catamaran Cruise

5 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Spray

• Hike 375 stairs to panoramic views
• Trek through mangroves
• Snorkel in search of marinlife

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

The Ocean Spray luxury catamaran takes you on a 5-day Galapagos Northern Islands cruise, exploring Genovesa, South Plaza, Mosquero, and Santiago. Light hiking, pristine snorkeling, and swimming with sea lions and penguins make this trip the perfect luxury Galapagos vacation package.

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from $4,560

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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

Wine Tasting, Horseback Riding, Spa Relaxation

Activity Level

Easy Active

The Explora lodge in the Patagonia National Park is the ideal starting point for a trip to the Aysén region. With their off-the-beaten-path adventure, Explora delves deeper into the natural landscapes of this region than anybody else has done before.

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from $4,008

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Salkantay & Classic Inca Trail Trek

12 Day Itinerary

Starts / Ends

Lima / Lima

Activities

Local Market Visits

Activity Level

Challenging

This 12-day trek takes you along the legendary route of the Inca Trail, through the Sacred Valley and exploring the traditional colonial town of Cusco - hiking through mountain passes, glacier carved valleys, and ultimately leading to the renowned Sun Gate of Machu Picchu.

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from $12,995

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Central East & Southern Islands

Baltra roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise

• Explore lava tunnels in Santa Cruz
• Visit Rábida's red sand beach
• See marine iguanas at Punta Pitt
• Encounter wildlife at Isla Lobos

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Explore Central East & Southern Islands on this 8-day cruise aboard Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise. Visit Baltra and meet giant tortoises. Enjoy geological wonders and encounter diverse wildlife on Rábida, Bartolomé, South Plaza, and Santa Fe. End at Fausto Llerena Breeding Center to see Galápagos tortoises and support conservation efforts.

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from $11,695

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Southern & Northern Islands

San Cristobal - Baltra - 7 Day Itinerary aboard Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise

• Enjoy exploring Española Island
• Discover Floreana's beaches
• Interact with the playful sea lion
• Explore Genovesa Island

Starts / Ends

San Cristobal Airport / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Join the 7-Day Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise in the Eastern & Central Galapagos, beginning on San Cristóbal Island. Explore Tijeretas, Gardner Bay, Punta Suárez, and Floreana. Snorkel at Champion Islet, then visit Genovesa Island. Conclude at Black Turtle Cove, disembarking in Baltra, marking the end of your unforgettable journey.

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from $8,195

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Western Islands

Baltra roundtrip - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise

• Relax and swim at Bachas Beach
• Spot flightless cormorants at Tagus
• Visit Darwin's Lake and snorkel
• Witness flightless cormorants

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Set off on a 5-day Western Islands Galapagos cruise aboard the Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise. Begin at Baltra and sail to Bachas Beach for wildlife encounters. Explore Tagus Cove, Urbina Bay, Espinoza Point, and Vicente Roca Point, discovering rich marine life. Conclude with a visit to North Seymour Island before disembarking in Baltra.

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from $51,120

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Private Charter - Eastern Islands II

5 Day Itinerary aboard Archipel I

• Visit Post Office Bay´s mailbox
• Swim and snorkel with sea lions
• Visit Fausto Llerena Center

Starts / Ends

Baltra / San Cristobal Airport

Activity Level

Variable

Embark Archipel I for a 5-day private cruise through the eastern islands of the Galapagos. Enjoy the unique green sand beaches of Cormorant point, the abundance of wildlife on Española, and the friendly interaction with Floreana's playful sea lions. These volcanic and wildlife-rich islands are ideal for a vacation.

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from $6,745

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East & Central Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Calipso

• Explore Chinese Hat
• Observe the Galapagos tortoise
• Discover Pinnacle Rock
• Observe North Seymour's wildlife

Starts / Ends

San Cristobal Airport / San Cristobal Interpretation Center

Activity Level

Variable

Cruise through the Eastern and Central Galapagos Islands on the Calipso. Spend time learning about the history of the islands and watch as sea birds soar and sea lions play on this 8-day tour.

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from $4,154

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Lodge to Lodge Salkantay Trek

Peru Small Group Tour - 11 Day Itinerary

• Explore historic Cusco
• Trek the varied Andean terrain
• Stay in luxury lodges along the way
• Explore the ruins of Machu Picchu

Activities

Archaeological Site Visits

Activity Level

Challenging

This 11-day trip along the legendary Salkantay Trail to Machu Picchu hosts you in luxury lodges as you visit such iconic archaelogical sites and towns like Colpa Lodge, Lucma Lodge, Wayra Lodge, Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu Pueblo), Cusco, and Lima, filled with adventure and trekking to take you through these breathtaking landscapes.

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from $5,489

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Luxury Central Galapagos Islands Cruise

4 Day Itinerary aboard M/C Endemic

• Discover Bartholomew Island
• Snorkel around Floreana
• Explore North Seymour Island

Activity Level

Variable

This luxury Galapagos cruise explores the central and eastern islands of the archipelago on the new Endemic Galapagos catamaran. Hike sea-side trails, admire volcanic formations, snorkel & sea kayak with sea lions & marine iguanas on this Galapagos tour of Baltra, Floreana, Santiago and North Seymour Islands.

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from $2,725

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Cordillera Blanca Trek

10 Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Ultimate

On this tour we trek high into the Andes, the world's second largest mountain range. Spend a few free days in Huaraz before setting out on a 5 day hike into the breathtaking Cordillera Blanca. Our journey will take you through vastly changing landscapes including forests, prairies, and ice cold glacial lakes.

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from $1,756

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Mendoza

4 Day Itinerary

• Attend an Argentine cooking class
• Tour a Mendoza winery
• Horseback & hiking options

Activities

Cooking Classes

Activity Level

Relaxed

Visit this region's important vineyards and compliment your wine tasting with an exclusive cooking class on our 4 day Mendoza tour. Round out your time here with a horseback ride or a trek to the Quebrada del Salta water falls.

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from $60,800

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Private Charter - Western Islands Aboard Bonita

7 Day Itinerary aboard Bonita

• Discover Dragon Hill
• Visit Espumilla Beach
• See unique wildlife at Vicente Roce
• Hike across Urbina Bay

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Los Gemelos (Twin Craters)

Activities

Whale Watching

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a Galapagos cruise aboard the Bonita for a private expedition. This 7-day tour of the western islands takes you to white beaches, secluded lagoons, and pristine snorkeling locations for an unforgettable week-long tour of the Galapagos.

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from $60,450

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Private Charter - Central Islands Aboard Calipso

5 Day Itinerary aboard Calipso

• Visit picturesque Witch Hill
• Snorkel at Pinnacle Rock
• Observe North Seymour's wildlife

Starts / Ends

San Cristobal / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Board the Calipso for an incredible 5-day private cruise of the Eastern and Central islands of the Galapagos archipelago. Enjoy the opportunity to view and watch the unique wildlife in their natural habitat with your private group of up to 16 guests.

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from $32,500

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Antarctic Odyssey from Union Glacier

5 Day Itinerary

• Fly over the Ellsworth Mountains
• Experience Antarctica
• Immerse yourself in the wilderness
• Enjoy outdoor activities

Starts / Ends

Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas

Activities

Camping, Adventure Options, Skiing

Activity Level

Moderate

Embark on a journey to the remote interior of the great white continent. Antarctica is a land of extremes and only a select few have the opportunity to visit the highest, driest, windiest, coldest continent on earth! Immerse yourself in the ultimate wilderness, surrounded by pristine views, untouched spaces, and profound silence.

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