Top South America Tours & Cruises in 2028

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Quito Easter Festival

3 Day Itinerary

• Stand on the "Middle of the World
• Take a cable car for aerial views
• Watch the Festival procession

Activities

Festival Visits

Activity Level

Relaxed

Experience Holy Week in Quito including the great and colorful procession of Good Friday with 90,000 participants winding through the streets of Quito's Old Town. Enjoy the best views of Quito's central square, Plaza de la Independencia. Explore Quito with a guide, including the Middle of the World Monument and the Pichincha Volcano.

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from $255

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Atacama Archaeological Tour

½ Day Itinerary

Starts / Ends

Atacama Desert / Atacama Desert

Activities

Archaeological Site Visits

Activity Level

Relaxed

Explore in 2026 with a relaxed journey through the Andes and Atacama Desert. Enjoy easy archaeological visits and stunning landscapes with minimal effort. Perfect for comfort seekers, this trip blends culture and nature in , part of . Plan for 2027 too!

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from $208

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Magdalena Island Penguin Colony

1 Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Relaxed

On this day trip from Punta Arenas, Chile, take a zodiac out on the Strait of Magellan to Magdalena Island where you will see over 100,000 penguins or hike to the lighthouse through the penguin colony. Enjoy the comic antics of these delightful creatures at close range.

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from $462

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Osorno Volcano and Petrohue Waterfall

1 Day Itinerary

Starts / Ends

Puerto Varas / Puerto Varas

Activity Level

Relaxed

The Osorno and Petrohue Waterfall Day-Tour is the perfect program for those who love the outdoors. Discover the mysteries hidden in the Cordillera de Los Andes and its majestic Osorno Volcano, one of the highest peaks in southern Chile. Visit Llanquihue Lake, fish for trout at Río Pescado waterfalls, and take pictures of the beautiful Lake of All Saints.

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from $225

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Mirador del Condor in Chonta Full Day Private Tour

1 Day Itinerary

• Explore Tarawasi
• Experience Chonta's panoramic view
• Observe the Andean condor

Starts / Ends

Cusco / Cusco

Activities

Wildlife Viewing

Activity Level

Relaxed

Experience an exciting full-day private tour of Mirador del Condor. Explore Tarawasi's ancient observatory. Then head to Chonta village for a scenic hike to the Condor viewpoint, 3,400 meters high. Experience the stunning Andean condor flight and spot eagles, hawks, and more. Return to Cusco afterward.

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from $47

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Half Day Vida Wasi Tour

½ Day Itinerary

• Explore Vida Wasi's facilities
• Discover the micro-city of love
• Taste a refreshing drink

Starts / Ends

Cusco / Cusco

Activities

Village Visits

Activity Level

Relaxed

Experience the wonders of Vida Wasi, a micro-city of love and hope in Latin America. Explore its beautiful facilities, including a chapel, amphitheater, hospital, and biogarden. Immerse yourself in social work and enjoy a delightful drink at the Cultural Center.

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from $985

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Beagle Navigation, Martillo Island and Estancia Harberton

1 Day Itinerary

• Cruise Beagle Channel by boat
• Spot sea lions and seabirds
• Explore Martillo Island in summer
• Explore Estancia Harberton ranch

Activity Level

Easy Active

This day trip from Ushuaia takes you to see Magellanic & Gentoos penguins, albatrosses, petrels, skuas, cormorants, vultures, South American Terns and other birds. After the hike, you will get back to historical Estancia Harberton for lunch and time at leisure at this historical Patagonian outpost.

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from $430

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Rainbow Valley & Yerbas Buenas

Itinerary

Starts / Ends

Atacama Desert / Atacama Desert

Activities

Hiking

Activity Level

Relaxed

Start your adventure in San Pedro de Atacama by driving an hour to the ancient archaeological site of Yerbas Buenas. For an hour and a half, walk around the petroglyphs which date back approximately 10,000 years. Embark on another half-day tour of Rainbow Valley, home to colorful mineral-rich rock formations.

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from $334

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Sandboarding at Mars Valley

Itinerary

Starts / Ends

Atacama Desert / Atacama Desert

Activity Level

Moderate

Experience the joy and thrill of sandboarding at Mars Valley in the beautiful Bolivian Altiplano! On a day off from the salt mines, be taken to the best sand dunes in town. Descend an incredible 400 feet (120 meters) on a sandboard. Take home unforgettable memories of this surreal landscape and its deep red color contrasted by its rich dark hue.

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from $297

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Puritama Hotsprings

Itinerary

Starts / Ends

Atacama Desert / Atacama Desert

Activity Level

Relaxed

Immerse yourself in the restorative power of the Puritama Hotsprings on this relaxing half-day tour. Located in a rocky canyon near San Pedro de Atacama, this desert oasis features eight natural mineral pools maintained at a soothing 35°C (95°F). Connected by cascading waterfalls and lined with wooden boardwalks and lush pampas grass, the site offers changing facilities and picnic areas, creating the perfect setting to unwind and relieve muscle tension.

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from $195

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Cotopaxi - Saquisilí Indian Market

1 Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Relaxed

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from $187

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Cotopaxi National Park

1 Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Relaxed

Explore Cotopaxi, the earth's highest active volcano (19347ft/5897m) with possibilities of seeing the Andean Condor. This is a full-day tour including a hike to the volcano's refuge lodge and a short walk to the nearest glacier.

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from $134

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Ecuadorian Gastronomy Experience in Quito

½ Day Itinerary

• Indulge in Ecuador's hidden flavors
• Delight in local cuisine's richness
• Immerse in Ecuadorian culture

Starts / Ends

Quito / Quito

Activity Level

Relaxed

Experience Ecuadorian Gastronomy at Quito's Restaurant La Gloria. Explore a menu of local dishes, savoring curated flavors that transport you across the country's regions. Embrace the treasure of culture through food, a shared celebration of excitement.

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from $123

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Cajas National Park

½ Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Moderate

Take a one-day tour to the Cajas National Park in Cuenca Ecuador. See over 200 pristine lakes that are scattered in between the rugged jagged rocks and craggy valleys. The hike takes approximately 2.5 hours at an elevation around 12,795 feet.

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from $123

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Ingapirca

1 Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Relaxed

Enjoy a fun day out of Cuenca to the fortress of Ingapirca and Biblian with this one-day tour from Cuenca, Ecuador.Explore the ruins of Ingapirca, a pre-Incan fortress. Next, visit the Biblian Sanctuary, home to the beautiful Virgen del Rocio Church and enjoy the local market if there's time.

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from $99

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Guayasamin - Central Bank Museums

½ Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Relaxed

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from $57

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Cuenca City - Half Day

½ Day Itinerary

Activities

Urban Exploration

Activity Level

Relaxed

Discover Cuenca, considered the most colonial city in all of the Americas. Head to San Sebastian, the historical center, or Parque Calderón, home to the new and old cathedral. Don't miss the fantastic view of the city from Mirador de Turi.

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from $583

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Perito Moreno Kayak Experience

1 Day Itinerary

• Kayak in glacial waters
• Take photos of this unique place
• See great views of Perito Moreno

Starts / Ends

El Calafate / Perito Moreno Glacier

Activities

Kayaking

Activity Level

Moderate

Experience the Perito Moreno Glacier, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, from a unique vantage point: a kayaking excursion. Expert guides provide all required equipment to ensure your safety and enjoyment. Do not miss this once-in-a-lifetime tour.

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