Top Andes Mountains Trips & Tours in December 2025

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Napo Cultural Center - Sumak Huasi

5 Day Itinerary

• Learn about Kichwa worldview
• Encounter diverse bird species
• Experience the wayusada ritual
• Join Kichwa cultural experiences
• Hike terra firme forest trails

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Quito / Napo Cultural Center

Activities

Kayaking, Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Rainforest Exploration

Activity Level

Relaxed

Experience a 5-day adventure trip at Napo Cultural Center. Meet the Kichwa Añangu community, hike, kayak, and witness breathtaking sunsets. Explore wildlife, sustainable projects, and an intercultural center. Climb the observation tower and savor the local cuisine. Participate in the "wayusada" ritual before returning to Coca town.

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from $864

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La Paz and Uyuni

4 Day Itinerary

• See giant cacti up to 32-ft tall
• Explore La Paz with your guide
• Visit Uynui Salt Flats

Starts / Ends

La Paz / La Paz

Activities

Local Market Visits

Activity Level

Relaxed

On this 4-day tour, you will get a taste of Bolivia's geographical diversity from volcanos to ancient salt flats. Visit the capital city of La Paz, where you can wander through the colorful markets and marvel at the historic architecture before flying to Uyuni to explore the famous region of the world's largest salt flats, visible from space.

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from $7,902

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Luxury Inca Trail

10 Day Itinerary

Activities

Camping

Activity Level

Challenging

Hike the Inca Trail in style and comfort. This 10-day Inca Trail trek & exploration of Andean Peru is combined with an upscale camping experience offering comfortable cots, hot water showers, and fine cuisine served under a portable dining tent. Top-shelf service and highly knowledgeable guides assure your once-in-a-lifetime trip to Machu Picchu is perfect.

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from $5,840

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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, Horseback Riding, 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 $4,378

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W Brush Trek

Torres del Paine Trek - 8 Day Itinerary

• Hike the famous W Trek
• Explore Grey Glacier up close
• Explore French Valley
• Enjoy backcountry glamping

Starts / Ends

Punta Arenas / Santiago

Activities

Hiking, Wildlife Viewing

Activity Level

Challenging

On this six-day hiking trip, explore notable attractions of the W Trek as well as visit remote trails within the Park. Spend evenings at campsite areas of Refugio's, immersing in nature. This tour concludes at EcoCamp Patagonia, a renowned sustainable hotel that harmonizes innovative eco-living, delicious food, yoga, and award-winning service.

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from $2,214

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Andean Northwest

4 Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Relaxed

Salta province in Northwest Argentina has the culture and scenery to fascinate any inquisitive traveler. Explore the stunning rock formations of Valles Calchaquies, the colonial history of Salta, the archeology of Cachi, and Cafayate's rich wines and cuisine.

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from $2,603

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South American Three City

10 Day Itinerary

• Wine, beach & culinary tour options
• Attend an intimate tango show
• Visit Christ the Redeemer
• Explore Ipanema & Copacabana

Activities

Urban Exploration, Wine Tasting, Cooking Classes

Activity Level

Relaxed

Take in the sights, sounds, food, and culture as you explore Santiago, Buenos Aires, and Rio de Janeiro. This 10 day itinerary includes free days and optional activities so you can set the pace of your South American vacation!

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from $1,513

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Uyuni and Colored Lagoons

5 Day Itinerary

• View pink flamingos in the desert
• See ancient mummies in the museum
• Visit Uynui Salt Flats

Starts / Ends

La Paz / La Paz

Activities

Archaeological Site Visits

Activity Level

Relaxed

This 5-day tour will give you a taste of Bolivia's geological diversity from volcanoes to ancient salt flats. Explore the region of Uyuni famous home of the world's largest salt flats, visible from space, before traveling south where the lagoons are vibrantly colored from the thermal activity.

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from $2,994

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Andean Multisport with Machu Picchu

9 Day Itinerary

• Ride bikes through the countryside
• Hike to a village and volunteer
• Raft the Apurimac class III rapids
• Explore the lost city- Machu Picchu

Activities

Whitewater Rafting

Activity Level

Challenging

Perfect for the active adventurer, this tour takes you through the Sacred Valley of the Inca from Cusco to Machu Picchu. You'll bike, raft, and hike along the way, culminating with two days exploring Machu Picchu with your local guide. A perfect mix of history and adventure, this 9 day tour will delight young and old alike.

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from $2,948

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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

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 $3,041

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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 $1,142

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Machu Picchu by Train

4 Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Relaxed

This extension allows our travelers to explore Cusco and Machu Picchu. Spend two nights in Cusco and one night in Machu Picchu Pueblo (formerly called Aquas Calientes). The days in Cusco are free to explore on your own, and a guide will accompany our travelers to Machu Picchu. There is one free day at Machu Picchu without a guide.

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from $5,260

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Atacama Desert Trek

Private Tour - 7 Day Itinerary

• Hike Valle de la Luna’s dunes
• Visit stripped hills Rainbow Valley
• View ancient petroglyphs at Yerbas
• Trek to Rio Grande through trails

Starts / Ends

Atacama Desert / Atacama Desert

Activities

Village Visits

Activity Level

Challenging

Explore the Atacama Desert on a 7-day trekking tour through Chile’s most iconic landscapes. Hike Valle de la Luna, Rainbow Valley, and Guatin Valley. Visit ancient petroglyphs, the village of Rio Grande, the Tatio Geysers, and the Atacama Salt Flat. See flamingos at the turquoise Miscanti and Miñiques Lagoons before returning to Calama.

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from $5,398

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Hiking Galapagos

Hotel-Based Tour - 9 Day Itinerary

• Hike Cerro de Las Tijeretas
• Trek to a fresh water lake
• Learn about local conservation
• Explore Tortuga Bay

Activities

Snorkeling

Activity Level

Moderate

Sea lions and tortoises and iguanas -- oh my! Explore some of the Islands' most remarkable regions, including snorkeling at Leon Dormido, Tortuga Bay, Frigate Hill and a hike to the rim of Sierra Negra volcano. Spend nights on the Islands in comfortable hotels on this 9-day trip with the best hiking in Galapagos.

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from $3,971

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Classic W Trek

Torres del Paine Trek - 8 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 / Santiago

Activity Level

Challenging

Experience the world's ultimate hiking adventure trekking the W Trek in Torres del Paine, Chile. 6 of the 8 days are spent trekking the Paso Los Cuernos trail towards Refugio Los Cuernos and down into the French Valley. Experience panoramic views of Grey Glacier, witness the gigantic spires of El Paine, and enjoy a stay at EcoCamp.

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from $1,938

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Inca Trail Express

5 Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Challenging

This 5-day trip spends 4 days hiking the Inca Trail then visits Machu Picchu for a full day exploring the ruins. Hike with expert guides and enjoy deluxe camping to assure the best possible experience. Travelers are required to spend a minimum of two nights at high altitude before the trek, usually in Cusco, Sacred Valley, or Lake Titicaca.

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from $2,159

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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 $1,064

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Arequipa & Colca Canyon

4 Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Relaxed

Explore Peru's highlights during this extension to Arequipa and the Colca Canyon for a rich cultural experience and visit to one of the world's deepest canyons.

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