South America Tours & Cruises in 2025

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Paraty Escape

4 Day Itinerary

• Visit colonial churches and homes
• Explore the trails and coastline
• Kayak Brazil's only fjord

Activities

Whitewater Rafting

Activity Level

Relaxed

This Brazilian vacation is unlike any other that we offer! Explore Paraty based on your own desires and at your own pace. The options are endless, ranging from roaming the narrow streets past colonial churches and homes, to kayaking Brazil's only fjord, Saco De Mamangua. The choice is yours!

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from $502

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Mancora Beach Extension

4 Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Relaxed

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from $432

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Salvador de Bahia

4 Day Itinerary

• Learn about history art and culture
• Peruse market stalls
• Spend an afternoon on the beach

Activity Level

Relaxed

Discover Brazil's first capital city, Salvador. The Renaissance inspired architecture still dominates the city center. Tour with your guide through the city streets, bartering at the market of Sao Joaquim and immerse yourself in the unique Afro-Brazilian culture.

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from $6,203

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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

Urban Exploration, Wine Tasting, Horseback Riding, Biking

Activity Level

Relaxed

This 13-day active Argentina & Uruguay trip explores the best of these countries' culinary delights. Your journey includes traditional cooking classes, wine tasting, hiking, city tours, and beautiful landscapes. Visit Buenos Aires, Mendoza, Aconcagua & Montevideo. To end your tour, spend some time relaxing on the sunny white beaches of Uruguay.

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from $4,271

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Inti Raymi + Inca Trail

11 Day Itinerary

Activities

Festival Visits

Activity Level

Challenging

Spend a few days in Cusco and the Sacred Valley during the Inti Raymi Festival every June as we acclimatize for our trek by exploring ruins and bargaining at busy Andean markets. Then, we'll hike the Inca Trail on a 4-day pilgrimage to Machu Picchu, culminating this 10-day trip with a full day in Machu Picchu.

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from $2,926

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Bolivia Backroads

10 Day Itinerary

• Visit the City of La Paz
• Try your wits at Tarabuco Market
• Explore the mines of Potosi
• Journey to the Salt Desert of Uyuni

Starts / Ends

La Paz / La Paz

Activity Level

Relaxed

Explore what many call the Tibet of the Americas on this 10-day tour of Bolivia. Enjoy classic and traditional tours in Sucre, visit the Tarabuco Market, travel across the largest salt flat in the world at Uyuni, and visit the mines of Potosi before heading back to La Paz.

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from $2,113

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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

Fishing

Activity Level

Moderate

One of the most remote, authentic, and adventurous Amazon tours! Travel by kayak deep into the Ecuadorian Amazon jungle looking for tapir, monkeys, macaws, and other wildlife.

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from $12,450

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The Best of Chilean Fjords

15 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial

• Explore Puerto Williams
• Observe Chilean fjords and channels
• Garibaldi, Agostini, El Brujo
• Explore houses of Tortel
• Experience the wildlife encounters
• Conclude the trip in Quemchi

Starts / Ends

Valparaiso / Port of Ushuaia

Activities

Village Visits

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail aboard Le Lyrial for a 15-day adventure into the landscapes of South America. Experience the beauty of the Chilean fjords, where channels, snow-capped peaks, glaciers, and narrow passages await. Explore Puerto Williams, circumnavigate Cape Horn, and glide past the glaciers of Garibaldi, Crostini, Skua, El Brujo, and Pie XI.

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from $3,217

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Haciendas of Ecuador

Otavalo and Cotopaxi - 7 Day Itinerary

• Visit the famous Otavalo Market
• Witness the condors flying
• Hike through Cotopaxi to El Refugio
• Tour nearby rose plantations

Activities

Hacienda Visits

Activity Level

Relaxed

This 7-day tour of Ecuador's Avenue of the Volcano explores the history and culture of the Andes while staying in luxurious haciendas: Hacienda Rumiloma overlooking Quito, traditional Hacienda Zuleta near Otavalo, and the former Inca palace of San Agustin de Callo in the shadows of fuming Cotopaxi Volcano.

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from $2,192

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La Selva Lodge

Ecuadorian Amazon - 7 Day Itinerary

• Visit Ecuador's famous macaw lick
• Take night walks in the rainforest
• Observe unique Amazon wildlife
• Paddle dugout canoes along creeks

Activities

Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Rainforest Exploration

Activity Level

Relaxed

Spend four nights in the Ecuadorian Amazon at the La Selva rainforest lodge with professional naturalists and indigenous guides. Paddle a canoe on black water lakes, spot monkeys and birds in the rainforest canopy, and relax away the evenings on one of the most luxurious experiences in the Amazon Rainforest.

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from $8,285

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Falklands Quest

15 Day Itinerary

• Observe diverse wildlife
• Experience the Falkland Islands
• Visit local communities
• Learn about island life

Activity Level

Relaxed

Spend two weeks exploring the Falklands. See wildlife on Saunders, Pebble, and Sea Lion islands; visit war museums in Port Howard and Stanley; and enjoy free time on Carcass Island. Throughout your trip, meet the islanders and experience their hospitality. A full Falklands adventure.

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from $1,218

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Ancient Cultures

7 Day Itinerary

• Explore the city of La Paz
• Tour Moon & Sun Islands
• Climb El Calvario & enjoy the view

Activities

Local Market Visits

Activity Level

Relaxed

Visit La Paz and experience the local Bolivian culture on this week-long journey! Explore Lake Titicaca, a geographic landmark at the crossroads of the Andes and the Andean plateau and home to the ruins of Tihuanaco and remnants of Inca temples at Sun and Moon Islands. This is the world's highest navigable lake.

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from $6,728

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Finch Bay EcoHotel

10 Day Itinerary

• View Giant Tortoises
• Snorkel along shallow reefs
• Hike to view sea lions & lizards
• Choose from a menu of activities

Activity Level

Relaxed

Set the pace of your Galapagos adventure with a 10-day stay at the Finch Bay Eco-Hotel. Spend your time exploring the natural beauty and wildlife of the islands or relax in the comfort of your seaside hotel. Additional excursions can also be arranged if you wish.

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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 $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 $1,050

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Lake Titicaca Kayaking

5 Day Itinerary

Activities

Homestays

Activity Level

Moderate

This active 5-day tour of Lake Titicaca in Peru puts kayaking at the heart of the experience, allowing you to explore the largest and highest lake in South America in a truly unique way, while enjoying the cultural intimacy offered by a homestay with a local family whose roots go back to ancient times.

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from $3,507

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Undiscovered Brazil

13 Day Itinerary

• Trek through dunes & lagoons
• Swim in clear freshwater pools
• Explore the beaches of Jericoacoara
• Rise early & view dolphins playing

Activities

Camping, Scuba Diving

Activity Level

Moderate

Spend two weeks exploring the undiscovered northern regions of Brazil on this active & remote vacation that shows you the authentic side of the Brazilian lifestyle. This tour combines trekking through the sand dunes of Lencois Maranhenses National Park, the beach sports mecca of Jericoacoara, and the isolated tropical paradise Fernando de Noronha.

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from $17,819

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Ultimate Galapagos Holiday Voyage

12 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Islander II

• Snorkel with sea lions
• Explore Santiago volcanic landscape
• Explore among nesting seabirds
• Learn wildlife science

Starts / Ends

Guayaquil / Guayaquil

Activities

Kayaking, Wildlife Viewing, Snorkeling, Hiking, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Land & Sea Exploration, Small Ship Sailing

Activity Level

Variable

This 12-day Ultimate Galápagos holiday voyage aboard the National Geographic Islander II explores more islands than most cruises. Enjoy daily snorkeling, kayaking, and hiking among iconic wildlife, with luxury stays and family-friendly programs rounding out your journey in Guayaquil.

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