Top South America Tours & Cruises in 2027

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Galapagos Escape

8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Islander II

• Snorkel and kayak among wildlife
• Walk along colonies of seabirds
• Visit Pinnacle Rock
• See red-footed boobies and lizards

Starts / Ends

Guayaquil / Guayaquil

Activities

Whale Watching, Snorkeling

Activity Level

Variable

Discover the vibrant islands of the Galapagos on this 8-day cruise through fascinating activities such as walking and trekking, kayaking, paddle boarding, and snorkeling. The National Geographic Islander II, an all-suite vessel, elevates the Galapagos experience with new levels of style and comfort. 

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from $5,519

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Darwin's Route from Ushuaia

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 9 Day Itinerary aboard MV Stella Australis

• Explore Cape Horn cliffs
• Witness Pia Glacier calving
• Visit Ainsworth Bay wildlife
• Spot penguins on Magdalena

Activity Level

Variable

Sail through Patagonia on a 9-day expedition cruise. Visit Cape Horn, explore majestic glaciers, hike through pristine forests, and witness penguins and diverse wildlife aboard the Stella Australis.

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from $5,519

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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

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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 $5,232

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Upper Amazon: A River Expedition

Lima Roundtrip - 6 Day Itinerary aboard Delfin III

• Kayak black-water lagoons
• Watch for Amazon wildlifeVisit loca
• Explore Lima
• Visit local ribereños

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Lima / Lima

Activities

Wildlife Viewing, Hiking, Village Visits, Kayaking, Photography Seminars

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 6-day Amazon River expedition aboard Delfin III. Explore Pacaya-Samiria Reserve by skiff and kayak, observe pink dolphins, monk saki monkeys, and scarlet macaws. Visit local ribereños communities and support sustainable initiatives in one of the planet’s most biodiverse regions.

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from $10,150

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Atacama to Uyuni Salt Flat Crossing

Explora Travesia program - 8 Day Itinerary

• Explore Atacama & Uyuni Salt Flats
• Witness scenic landscapes and views
• Visit spots in Chile and Bolivia
• Discover the Tunupa Volcano

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Atacama Desert / Explora Uyuni

Activities

Biking

Activity Level

Variable

Join an 8-day Explora Travesia from Atacama to Uyuni Salt Flats. Travel in a 4x4 vehicle across high plains, volcanoes, and old trade routes with expert guides. Stay in mountain lodges and a lodge near Uyuni, connecting with local communities. Hike to Tunupa Volcano, bike the salt flats, and see geysers, lagoons, and rock formations in the Altiplano.

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from $7,395

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Diving Galapagos

8 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Sky

• Dive in Cousins Rocks
• Take a land tour in Bartolome
• See horn sharks at Cape Marshall
• Watch Galapagos Giant Turtles

Starts / Ends

San Cristobal Airport / San Cristobal Airport

Activities

Scuba Diving

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on this 8-day cruise aboard the Galapagos Sky. Enjoy scuba diving adventures in some of the best spots in the world. Tour Bartolome and dive in Cousins Rocks, Wolf Island, Darwin Island and more. Experience wildlife in and out of the water on this scuba tour.

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from $3,066

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Fjords of Tierra del Fuego: Punta Arenas to Ushuaia

Punta Arenas to Ushuaia - 5 Day Itinerary aboard MV Stella Australis

• Explore Ainsworth Bay
• Visit Pia Glacier
• See wildlife in Tierra del Fuego

Activity Level

Variable

Sail for remote and beautiful corners of the world on this 5-day itinerary aboard the MV Stella Australis through southern Patagonia. Begin in Punta Arenas and make your way to Ushuaia, stopping to view glaciers, marvel at impressive ice fields, explore historical sites, and visit the unique wildlife of the region.

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from $1,955

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Fjords of Tierra del Fuego: Punta Arenas to Ushuaia

Punta Arenas to Ushuaia - 5 Day Itinerary aboard MV Ventus Australis

• Hike to a viewpoint at Wulaia Bay
• Visit the unique Pia Glacier
• Explore legendary Cape Horn

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Variable

Embark on a 5-day Fjords of Tierra del Fuego: Punta Arenas to Ushuaia cruise aboard MV Ventus Australis and witness pristine land where nature has reigned unchanged for millennia. Enjoy the authentic charm of this region and observe its highlights while sailing.

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from $3,066

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Patagonian Explorer: Ushuaia to Punta Arenas

Ushuaia to Punta Arenas - 5 Day Itinerary aboard MV Stella Australis

• Walk at Wulaia Bay trails
• Reach Pia Glacier’s viewpoint
• Zodiac to Porter Glacier

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Ushuaia / Punta Arenas

Activity Level

Variable

A 5-day trek between Ushuaia and Punta Arenas across some of the most breathtaking scenery and remote places on the planet will take you across Patagonia. Join Stella Australis and take a Zodiac tour of Condor Glacier to see some of the many Andean condors that populate the area.

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from $4,302

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Best of Chile’s Central Valley

8 Day Itinerary

• Explore Colchagua Valley
• Discover Viña Casa Silva
• Experience Rosario Valley
• Visit Isla Negra

Starts / Ends

Santiago / Santiago

Activities

Wine Tasting, Urban Exploration

Activity Level

Relaxed

Enjoy an adventure on this unique 8-day Best of Chile’s Central Valley Tour. Explore Santiago and Valparaiso and tour wineries in the Colchagua and Casablanca Valleys on this breathtaking Chile wine tour. Taste various wines and experience urban Chile; the region is known for producing some of the world’s finest wines.

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from $2,720

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Chonos Route

Puerto Montt Roundtrip - 6 Day Itinerary aboard MV Skorpios II

• Explore picturesque Chiloe Island
• Explore fishing town Puerto Aguirre
• Whale watch on the Corcovado Gulf
• Visit San Rafael Glacier

Starts / Ends

Puerto Montt / Puerto Montt

Activities

Local Market Visits

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 6-day cruise aboard MV Skorpios II, beginning and ending in Puerto Montt, and sail over 800 miles through the magical age-old ice formations, glaciers, stunning archipelagos, channels, and small gulfs. Admire the vast island-peppered sea as you disembark to explore small towns and soak in the region's famed hot springs.

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from $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

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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 $815

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Reserva Amazonica Snapshot

4 Day Itinerary

• Learn about indigenous plants
• Canoe to the Gamitana Model Farm
• Walk across hanging bridges

Activities

Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Rainforest Exploration

Activity Level

Easy Active

Experience the wonders of the Amazon rainforest on this 4 day tour. Go on the Anaconda Walk, search for wildlife, and explore a rainforest garden during your stay at Reserva Amazonica lodge. Along the way, keep an eye out for a variety of amazing wildlife such as caimans, osprey, trogons and sloths.

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from $622

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Hacienda Concepcion Rainforest Adventure

4 Day Itinerary

• Canoe the Madre de Dios River
• Visit a cacao plantation
• Learn about farming in the jungle

Activity Level

Easy Active

Experience a snapshot of the Amazon rainforest during your stay at the Hacienda Concepcion on this entrancing 4-day tour. Learn about the local farmers, listen to the sounds of the rainforest at night and look for footprints to track animals. You will also have the chance to canoe down the Madre de Dios River and meet local people.

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from $3,519

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Darwin's Route from Punta Arenas

Punta Arenas Roundtrip - 9 Day Itinerary aboard MV Ventus Australis

• Explore beautiful Wulaia Bay
• Visit historical Ushuaia
• Hike at Garibaldi Glacier
• Admire Andean condors

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Punta Arenas / Punta Arenas

Activity Level

Variable

Join the MV Ventus Australis on a magical adventure. Starting from Punta Arenas and traveling all the way to Cape Horn and back, this voyage has it all. Explore the wonders of Patagonia while you learn more about the interesting mix of cultures in Ushuaia and admire the breathtaking views.

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from $5,636

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Galapagos Lodge Adventure

Hotel-Based Tour - 8 Day Itinerary

• Walk along Sierra Negra Volcano
• Encounter plentiful wildlife
• Explore the Galapagos

Activity Level

Easy Active

This 8-day land-based tour of the Galapagos Islands will take you to Isabela and Santa Cruz Islands as you explore the marine and terrestrial sanctuaries by snorkeling, swimming, and hiking. The unparalleled wildlife that you will encounter includes penguins, marine iguanas, all manner of birds, & countless fish!

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from $4,247

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Galapagos Lodge Adventure

Hotel-Based Tour - 6 Day Itinerary

• Walk along Sierra Negra Volcano
• Encounter plentiful wildlife
• Explore the Galapagos

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Easy Active

This 6-day land-based tour of the Galapagos Islands will take you to Isabela and Santa Cruz Islands as you explore the marine and terrestrial sanctuaries by snorkeling, swimming, and hiking. The unparalleled wildlife that you will encounter includes penguins, marine iguanas, all manner of birds, & countless fish!

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from $2,964

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Manu Wildlife Adventure

6 Day Itinerary

• Walk along the Collpa Trail
• Watch as toucans fly over head
• Stop to see gold miners

Activity Level

Easy Active

Explore the beauty of the Amazon on a 6-day trip to Manu Wildlife Center in Peru. Watch as tapirs and macaws feed on clay licks, boat down the river and search for nocturnal animals like the caiman on this exciting itinerary. Active opportunities include hikes, canopy towers, boating in oxbow lakes and more.

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