Top Andes Mountains Trips & Tours in December 2025

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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

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Santiago / Santiago

Activity Level

Moderate

Hike, bike, taste wine, and enjoy traditional Chilean cuisine on this week-long tour through the Santiago Valley. Your journey includes a city tour of Santiago's historical sites and a tour of several local wineries. This tour can be customized to increase or decrease the activity level based on your preferences.

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from $5,180

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Torres del Paine Multisport

6 Day Itinerary

• Kayak on Lago Grey with icebergs
• Biking with views of the Towers
• Horseback ride with gaucho guides
• Hike to the base of the towers

Activities

Biking, Fishing

Activity Level

Moderate

Explore Torres del Paine in this multisport tour of Patagonia's best while hiking, biking, kayaking, horseback riding, and trekking! With EcoCamp as your home base, explore magnificent Patagonian mountains, glaciers lakes and rivers spotting guanacos and ostrich-like rheas.

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from $2,462

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Torres del Paine Short W Trek

Torres del Paine Trek - 5 Day Itinerary

• Hike the famous W Trek
• Explore Grey Glacier up close
• Hike to the base of the towers
• Enjoy backcountry glamping

Starts / Ends

Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas

Activity Level

Challenging

Hike & Trek the best of Patagonia in Chile's Torres del Paine National Park on this abbreviated W-Trek adventure tour. Spend five days hiking in the backcountry exploring one of the world's most spectacular parks and spotting enormous glaciers, turquoise lakes, and verdant temperate rainforests. One of the world's premier hiking trips!

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from $3,550

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Discover Aysen

6 Day Itinerary

• Kayak Marble Caves & Cathedrals
• Visit the Exploradores Valley
• Raft down the Baker River
• Horseback & fly fishing options

Starts / Ends

Balmaceda / Balmaceda

Activity Level

Easy Active

Hike, raft, and kayak your way through Aysen, Chile on our active 6-day Patagonia adventure. Designed for outdoor enthusiasts, you'll explore the Marble Caves, Exploradores Glacier, and the Baker River. This tour also offers an array of optional excursions including horseback riding, fly fishing, and visits to San Rafael National park.

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from $3,291

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Ecuador Adventure

9 Day Itinerary

• Bike down the slopes of Pinchincha
• Explore Bellavista Cloud Forest
• Horseback ride across the páramo
• Zipline and hike in Mindo

Starts / Ends

Quito / Quito

Activities

Ziplining

Activity Level

Moderate

Bike down the slopes of Pichincha Volcano, hike through dense, biodiverse cloud forest, zip-line over the forest canopy, hike, and ride horses through the high Andes near the active 19,347-foot high Cotopaxi Volcano on this exciting 9-day adventure tour of Ecuador.

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from $800

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Spirit of Glaciers

2 Day Itinerary aboard M/V Santa Cruz

• Scenic Navigation
• Upsala and Spegazzini Glaciers
• Guided Excursions
• Unforgettable Experiences
• Gourmet Dining

Starts / Ends

El Calafate / El Calafate

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 2-day Spirit of Glaciers cruise aboard the MV Santa Cruz to explore Patagonia’s stunning beauty. Designed for comfort and adventure, the cruise features towering glaciers, serene waterways, and lush forests. Enjoy guided excursions, cozy accommodations, and gourmet dining for an unforgettable experience.

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from $6,231

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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

Local Market Visits, Cooking Classes

Activity Level

Relaxed

Enjoy a complete 10-day upscale tour discovering the best of Argentina. Dance the tango in Buenos Aires, float down the Tigre Delta, take a cooking class and go wine tasting in Mendoza. Explore the peaks and lakes of the high Andes hiking at a historical Estancia near Bariloche in Patagonia.

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from $4,140

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Awasi Patagonia

4-7 Day Itinerary

• Stay in luxurious Awasi Patagonia
• Join private guided excursions
• Enjoy chef Fredercio Zigler's meals

Activities

Kayaking

Activity Level

Relaxed

Discover the Torres del Paine National Park with luxury accommodations and unique excursions. Enjoy a 7-day relaxing stay at Awasi Patagonia while you explore the national park by horseback, foot, or kayaking nearby lakes on this eco-tour.

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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

Hiking, Horseback Riding, Wildlife Viewing, Wine Tasting, 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 $1,608

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Southern Highlands

5 Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Relaxed

On this fascinating 5-day trip to the highlands of Ecuador, you'll begin your tour in charming colonial Cuenca, then travel to the Ingapirca ruins and the Tomebamba River, Riobamba, Cotopaxi National Park, and the thrilling Nariz del Diablo train ride before returning to Quito.

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from $127

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Quito City and Aerial Tram

½ Day Itinerary

• xplore Quito’s historic district
• Ride the Teleferico cable car
• Visit a local amusement park

Activities

Urban Exploration

Activity Level

Relaxed

Explore Quito’s historic charm, ride the Teleferico to Pichincha Volcano, and enjoy breathtaking views of mountains, valleys, and the Andes. A perfect day of adventure and discovery.

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from $160

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Papallacta Hot Springs

1 Day Itinerary

Starts / Ends

Quito / Papallacta Hot Springs

Activity Level

Relaxed

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from $6,043

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Darwin's Route from Punta Arenas

Punta Arenas Roundtrip - 9 Day Itinerary aboard MV Stella Australis

• Cruise through the Beagle Channel
• Spot Magellanic penguins
• Hike to viewpoint at Wulaia Bay
• Zodiac to Porter Glacier

Starts / Ends

Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 9-day expedition cruise through Patagonia and Tierra del Fuego aboard MV Stella Australis. Experience the remote landscapes of Patagonia aboard a comfortable expedition ship designed for adventure in one of the most pristine regions on Earth.

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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

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 $2,080

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Discover Peru

Machu Picchu & Lake Titicaca - 9 Day Itinerary

• Learn Inca history at Machu Picchu
• See Lake Titicaca's floating island
• Visit prominent Inca sites
• Tour the colonial city of Cusco

Activities

Archaeological Site Visits

Activity Level

Relaxed

This 9-day expedition tour features an all inclusive Peru vacation package that starts in Lima departing towards Cusco to explore the Sacred Valley and spending two days exploring Machu Picchu. The trip continues on to Lake Titicaca to explore South America's largest lake. If you have a few extra days, extend your trip to explore the Amazon jungle.

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from $160

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Otavalo and Cuicocha Lake

1 Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Relaxed

This 1-day geographical and cultural tour takes in Guachala, Cayambe, Otavalo, Cotacachi, and Cuicocha - the ancient eroded volcanic crater famous for its deep lake.

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from $3,279

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Hiking Los Glaciares

7 Day Itinerary

• Hike to view Mount Fitz Roy
• Search for Patagonian wildlife
• Trek along glacial lakes & valleys
• Explore Perito Moreno Glacier

Activity Level

Moderate

This 7-day hiking tour through Argentina's Patagonia brings you among glaciers and towering granite spires in the Fitz Roy Range. After that, it's on to Los Glaciares National Park for a hike to the thunderous Perito Moreno Glacier and a stay at a historic estancia before concluding your vacation in Buenos Aires.

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from $8,016

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Wildlife Odyssey

Amazon & Galapagos - 15 Day Itinerary

• Observe macaws at a clay lick
• Visit a 130-ft. observation tower
• Take in the vast array of wildlife
• Snorkel through clear waters

Activities

Hacienda Visits, Village Visits, Snorkeling, Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Rainforest Exploration

Activity Level

Relaxed

Discover three natural wonders of the world in one amazing trip: the Galapagos Islands, the Amazon Rainforest, and the Andes Mountains of Ecuador. Starting in Quito, fly to Sacha Lodge, deep in the Amazon, followed by the indigenous markets of Otavalo, staying at historic Hacienda Pinsaqui, culminating in the Wildlife Odyssey on an 8-day Galapagos cruise.

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