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Explore the vibrant urban landscapes of South America on our 62 diverse city tours for 2025. Discover the captivating charm of Buenos Aires, and more with a range of activities from wine tasting to urban exploration. From hiking on Cotopaxi Volcano in Ecuador to canoeing across Rocha Lagoon in Uruguay, our city tours offer a unique blend of cultural experiences and natural wonders. With activities like cooking classes, horseback riding, and wildlife viewing, there's something for every type of traveler. Join us on a journey that will immerse you in the heart of these vibrant cities and their surroundings. Contact one of Adventure Life's tour specialists for help planning your next seamless trip.
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Fresh produce at a market
$2,080
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Flavors of Peru

8 Day Itinerary
  • Savor Peruvian dishes in Barranco
  • Explore Chocomuseo and Pisco Museum
  • Witness Andean traditions
  • Explore the ruins of Machu Picchu
Starts / Ends:
Lima / Cusco
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Local Market Visits, Urban Exploration
Activity Level:
Relaxed
What better way is there to learn the culture of a country than meeting its people in the markets and tasting its specialties? Enjoy this 8-day Flavors of Peru tour, one of the best culinary tours in Peru while visiting Lima, Cusco, the Sacred Valley, and Machu Picchu. Savor traditional dishes like …
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Cotopaxi volcano in Ecuador
$1,957
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Ecuador North to South

8 Day Itinerary
  • Hike on Cotopaxi Volcano
  • Take a train over Naríz del Diablo
  • Explore the ruins of Ingapirca
  • Visit a unique mangrove forest
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Hacienda Visits, Urban Exploration
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Ecuador offers visitors some of the most stunning natural beauty and cultural diversity on the continent. Wander the cobblestone streets of colonial Cuenca, tasting new foods and bargaining with local vendors. Spend three nights discovering the cultural diversity of the highlands from Cotopaxi to …
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Brilliant blue water of Argentine lakes
$4,985
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Discover Argentina

10 Day Itinerary
  • Visit Buenos Aires and Tigre Delta
  • Enjoy wine tasting in Mendoza
  • Explore Bariloche and Patagonia
Starts / Ends:
Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires
Activities:
Cooking Classes, Fishing, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Kayaking, Local Market Visits, Urban Exploration, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Explore three main destinations on this Argentina tour: Buenos Aires, Mendoza, and an all-inclusive estancia stay in Bariloche. Visit the Tigre Delta, watch a spectacular tango show, take part in a cooking class and wine tasting in Mendoza, and hike in Patagonia landscapes as you explore some of …
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Puerto Madero in Buenos Aires
$1,994
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Beautiful Buenos Aires & Iguazu Falls

Tour - 7 Day Itinerary
  • Experience an Argentine Tango show
  • Enjoy exploring Buenos Aires
  • Visit and discover Iguazu Falls
  • Explore Tigre Delta
Activities:
Local Market Visits, Urban Exploration, Ziplining
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Take the opportunity to meet Argentina’s capital city: Buenos Aires! Often referred to as one of South America’s (and maybe the world’s) most exciting cities, Buenos Aires offers fabulous food, world famous wine, the tango, amazing art, and interesting neighborhoods. The city is …
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Train passing through Riobamba
$1,583
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Southern Highlands

5 Day Itinerary
Activities:
Urban Exploration
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Fly to Cuenca on this fascinating 5-day extension to the highlands of Ecuador. Begin your tour in charming colonial Cuenca. Travel to such sites as Ingapirca, Riobamba, Tomebamba River, Cotopaxi National Park, and the thrilling Nariz del Diablo train ride before returning to Quito.
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Enjoy spectacular views of Quito during a gondola ride
$125
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Quito City and Aerial Tram

Activities:
Urban Exploration
Activity Level:
Relaxed
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$4,982
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Coastal Gems of Uruguay

7 Day Itinerary
  • Explore the Rocha Province
  • Discover Cabo Polonio
  • Experience Cerro Verde turtles
  • Explore Cocina de la Barra
Activities:
Urban Exploration, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
On this 7-day Coastal Gems of Uruguay Tour, explore José Ignacio, akin to the Hamptons for New Yorkers, which offers an escape, showcasing a distinct South American bohemian charm that's truly captivating. On the second half of the tour, explore the Rocha Province, a UNESCO-recognized …
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Travelers overlooking the city of Quito, Ecuador
$163
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Quito - Middle of the World - Pululahua Volcano

1 Day Itinerary
Activities:
Urban Exploration
Activity Level:
Relaxed
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Personal tours of vineyards
$5,436
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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, Horseback Riding, Kayaking, Urban Exploration, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Experience the cuisine of Argentina and Uruguay while remaining active on this adventurous 13-day vacation. Spend time in Mendoza, the wine capital of Argentina, tantalizing Buenos Aires & Montevideo, and the Uruguayan coast. Enjoy cooking classes, light hikes, wine & city tours, a tango …
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Breathtaking view of Torres del Paine
$4,645
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Chile North to South

13 Day Itinerary
  • Biking and wine tasting
  • Explore the Atacama Desert
  • Rafting in the Lake District
  • Hike in Torres del Paine
Activities:
Biking, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Local Market Visits, Urban Exploration, Village Visits, Whitewater Rafting, Wildlife Viewing, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:
Easy Active
Experience the highlights of Chile on our favorite vacation package starting in the North and ending in the South of this impossibly long, narrow country. Explore the arid Atacama Desert, stroll Santiago's streets, and hike, bike, raft and more in the Lakes District near Puerto Varas. Finish …
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Quito city
$125
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Quito - Middle of the World

Activities:
Urban Exploration
Activity Level:
Relaxed
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Chile Wine Adventure
$3,506
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Chile Wine Adventure

8 Day Itinerary
  • Explore Santiago City
  • Discover Los Dominicos
  • Bike through Colchagua Valley
  • Visit Viña del Mar and Valparaíso
Starts / Ends:
Santiago / Santiago
Activities:
Biking, Hiking, Urban Exploration, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:
Moderate
Explore the best of the Santiago valley region on this active wine and cuisine adventure! Enjoy biking through vineyards, learning all about the wine-making process, culinary tasting experiences, and sightseeing on a week-long Chile tour. Visit well known museums and hidden gems as you soak in the …
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A tour of Rio de Janeiro includes Sugarloaf Mountain
$2,519
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Buenos Aires, Iguazu, and Rio de Janeiro

9 Day Itinerary
  • Take in a Tango Show
  • Explore both sides of Iguazu Falls
  • Take a cogwheel train up Corcovado
  • Enjoy sunset over Copacabana beach
Activities:
Urban Exploration
Activity Level:
Relaxed
This captivating tour includes Argentina's Buenos Aires, Brazil's Rio de Janeiro, and Iguazu Falls, located on the Brazil and Argentina border. Explore two of South America's most vibrant cities, Buenos Aires and Rio de Janeiro, but also escape into the countryside to experience the …
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Rainbow over Torres del Paine
$5,125
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Chile North to South Premium

13 Day Itinerary
  • Discover Santiago
  • Explore the Atacama Desert
  • Hike on epic trails in Perez Rosale
  • Enjoy rafting on Chile's rivers
Activities:
Biking, Hiking, Urban Exploration, Whitewater Rafting, Wildlife Viewing, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:
Easy Active
Discover Chile's awe-inspiring geographical and natural extremes on this premium 13-day, multi-destination adventure. From the world's driest desert to the volcanic peaks, the wild Patagonian steppe, the country's vineyards, unique activities and exclusive boutique accommodation, this …
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Christ the Redeemer Statue in Rio de Janeiro
$733
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Highlights of Rio

4 Day Itinerary
  • Visit Christ the Redeemer
  • Enjoy views from Sugarloaf Mountain
  • Tour Rio de Janeiro's city center
Activities:
Land, Urban Exploration
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Rio de Janeiro is a vibrant city that is tucked between the densely-forested mountains and the white sand beaches. "The Marvelous City" is a highlight for a Brazil tour and a great destination all year-around for a vacation in Brazil. Visit the mountaintops of Corcovado and Sugarloaf, two …
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Puerto Madero in Buenos Aires
$260
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Buenos Aires

  • Visit La Boca, Palermo and Recoleta
  • Join a 4-hour Buenos Aires Tour
  • See Colon theater and Natl Congress
Activities:
Land Tours, Urban Exploration
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Take a tour of the vibrant metropolis that is Buenos Aires! Discover the best of Buenos Aires and grow to love it even more. Historic areas like La Boca and San Telmo offer a glimpse into the city's past. Enjoy the better things in life in Palermo, Recoleta, and other affluent areas of the …
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Argentine Experience
$314
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The Argentine Experience

  • Learn to make traditional empanadas
  • Savour Argentina's very best steak
  • Prepare your own 'mate' drink
Activities:
Cooking Class, Land, Urban Exploration
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Enjoy this unique dinner party's concept: to teach you the fundamentals of what being an Argentine is all about, while simply having more fun than is available anywhere else. Learn how to make traditional empanadas at home. Enjoy what many consider to be the greatest steak in Argentina with …
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Ride the gondola to Sugarloaf Mountain on your Brazil tour
$213
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Rio and Sugarloaf Mountain

Activities:
Land, Urban Exploration
Activity Level:
Relaxed
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