Top South America Tours & Cruises in 2028

from $14,995

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Southern & Northern Islands

San Cristobal - Baltra - 7 Day Itinerary aboard Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise

• Enjoy exploring Española Island
• Discover Floreana's beaches
• Interact with the playful sea lion
• Explore Genovesa Island

Starts / Ends

San Cristobal Airport / Baltra

Activities

Stand Up Paddle Boarding

Activity Level

Variable

Join the 7-Day Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise in the Eastern & Central Galapagos, beginning on San Cristóbal Island. Explore Tijeretas, Gardner Bay, Punta Suárez, and Floreana. Snorkel at Champion Islet, then visit Genovesa Island. Conclude at Black Turtle Cove, disembarking in Baltra, marking the end of your unforgettable journey.

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from $10,595

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Western Islands

Baltra roundtrip - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise

• Relax and swim at Bachas Beach
• Spot flightless cormorants at Tagus
• Visit Darwin's Lake and snorkel
• Witness flightless cormorants

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Set off on a 5-day Western Islands Galapagos cruise aboard the Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise. Begin at Baltra and sail to Bachas Beach for wildlife encounters. Explore Tagus Cove, Urbina Bay, Espinoza Point, and Vicente Roca Point, discovering rich marine life. Conclude with a visit to North Seymour Island before disembarking in Baltra.

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from $8,195

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Southern Islands

San Cristobal - Baltra - 4 Day Itinerary aboard Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise

• Visit Tijeretas Hill bird colony
• Discover Floreana Island's beaches
• Snorkel with sea lions

Starts / Ends

San Cristobal Airport / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail on a 4-day Hermes Ultra Luxury Cruise to the Eastern Galapagos Islands. Explore San Cristóbal, and visit Tijeretas Hill. Enjoy Gardner Bay and Punta Suárez on Española, then discover unique beaches, flamingos, and marine life at Punta Cormorant on Floreana. Conclude your journey at the Charles Darwin Research Station and fly back home.

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from $1,001

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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

Activity Level

Relaxed

This 4-day exploration of Rio de Janeiro highlights all the main attractions, including visits to Christ the Redeemer, Corcovado, and Sugarloaf Mountain. Customize this tour to suit your needs and explore the marvelous city at your own pace, from its lively clubs to its marvelous cathedrals. It makes a perfect extension to any other Brazil trip!

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from $2,253

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Machu Picchu by Train

7 Day Itinerary

• Watch the sunrise over Machu Picchu
• Explore Cusco with a local guide
• Tour the ruins of Ollantaytambo
• Visit a local textile market

Activity Level

Relaxed

On this 7-day excursion through the Sacred Valley starting in Lima, you'll visit impressive Inca ruins such as Sacsayhuamán near Cusco, then Pisac, and Ollantaytambo. Finally, you'll take the train to Machu Picchu and spend two days exploring the most impressive Inca ruins.

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from $7,300

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Exploring Galapagos

10 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endeavour II

• View endemic wildlife
• Discover scenic coastlines
• See varied islands and habitats
• Experience the Galápagos undersea

Activity Level

Variable

Spend 10 days exploring the legendary Galápagos Islands aboard a classic, 96-guest expedition ship, the Endeavour II. Actively experience the wildlife and wonders of the islands through kayaking, snorkeling, swimming, and hiking.

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from $2,808

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Sacha Lodge

Ecuadorian Amazon - 7 Day Itinerary

• Paddle dugout canoes along creeks
• Take night walks through the forest
• Observe the unique wildlife
• View the forest from the canopy

Activities

Fishing

Activity Level

Easy Active

Flying from Quito to the Amazonian city of Coca, board a canoe down the Napo River where we'll have four nights exploring the Amazon rainforest at Sacha Lodge. Luxury accommodations, gourmet cuisine, English-speaking naturalists & indigenous guides revealing monkeys, birds & Amazonian wildlife will make your weeklong trip to Ecuador unforgettable.

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from $2,242

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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

Activity Level

Relaxed

This tour of Ecuador offers visitors some of the most stunning natural beauty and cultural diversity on the continent. Wander the cobblestone streets of colonial Quito, experience indigenous cultures near Cotopaxi and Quilotoa volcanoes, ride the panoramic Nariz del Diablo train, explore Inca ruins and colonial Cuenca before finishing our trip in Guayaquil.

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from $1,310

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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

Easy Active

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 $15,600

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Galapagos Inner Loop

San Cristobal to San Cristobal - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Silver Origin

• Witness marine life
• See the view at Isla Bartolomé
• Walk through a pirate island
• See some awesome wildlife

Starts / Ends

San Cristobal / San Cristobal Airport

Activity Level

Variable

Embark the luxurious Silver Origin on an 8-day adventure from San Cristobal to San Cristobal. Acquaint yourselves with Kicker Rock island, Punta Cormorant, Tagus Cove and Elizabeth Bay to name a few.

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from $8,075

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Galapagos Escape

Ecuador Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Gemini

• Search for Santa Cruz tortoises
• See flightless cormorants
• See San Cristobal wildlife
• Visit Española Punta Suarez

Starts / Ends

Ecuador / Ecuador

Activities

Hiking, Snorkeling

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on an 8-day Galapagos cruise. Arrive in Quito or Guayaquil, then fly to Baltra to board National Geographic Gemini. Explore Santa Cruz, Isabela, Fernandina, Española, Floreana, San Cristobal, and North Seymour. Hike volcanic trails, snorkel with sea lions, spot giant tortoises, and search for whales and dolphins.

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from $6,495

EBD $1000

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Falkland Islands (Malvinas)

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Magellan Explorer

• Encounter king penguin colonies
• Explore historic Port Stanley
• Walk Saunders white beaches
• Photograph Steeple Jason albatross

Starts / Ends

Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

Activities

Wildlife Viewing

Activity Level

Variable

Sail on a 10-day Falkland Islands expedition from Ushuaia to Ushuaia aboard Magellan Explorer. Encounter king, gentoo, and rockhopper penguins, visit Stanley, and explore remote islands including Saunders, Pebble, and West Point. Experience dramatic cliffs, white-sand beaches, and rich South Atlantic wildlife in a focused small-ship journey.

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from $5,995

EBD $1000

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Patagonia & Chilean Fjords

Ushuaia - Puerto Montt - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Magellan Explorer

• Explore Torres del Paine
• Encounter Pio XI Glacier
• Navigate Beagle Channel
• Discover Caleta Tortel

Starts / Ends

Port of Ushuaia / Puerto Montt

Activities

Whale Watching, Kayaking, Village Visits

Activity Level

Variable

Explore 11 days from Ushuaia to Puerto Montt aboard Magellan Explorer through Chilean Patagonia. Navigate the Beagle Channel, Darwin Range, Strait of Magellan, and Glacier Alley. Visit Torres del Paine, Pio XI Glacier, Madre de Dios Island, Caleta Tortel, and the Chonos Archipelago on an expedition rich in wildlife, fjords, and culture.

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from $7,795

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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 $4,303

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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

Biking, 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 $3,507

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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

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 $2,965

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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

Activities

Rainforest Exploration, Wilderness Lodge Exploration

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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from $2,901

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Manu Wildlife Snapshot

5 Day Itinerary

• Go to an oxbow lake
• Visit the Tapir Clay lick
• Look for spider monkeys

Activity Level

Easy Active

Travel to the remote Amazon Rainforest on your trip to Peru. Watch in awe as woodpeckers, tanagers, macaws, toucans and parakeets fly around the treetops on this 5-day adventure at Manu Wildlife Center. Your trip will give you the chance to intimately experience nature from trails, canopy towers, oxbow lakes, and rivers!

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