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Experience authentic local cuisine on one of these 17 South America culinary tours that feature cooking classes. We've searched the world around for the best cooking classes, and these trips in South America will expose you to new culinary experiences with local ingredients and distinct flavors of food from South America. Explore the culinary diversity of regions such as Buenos Aires, Mendoza, Santiago, Cafayate, and Castro with local chefs as you shop in local markets and learn local culinary techniques and recipes. Select any the food tours below and customize any of them to fit your personal interests with the help of one of Adventure Life's expert South America trip planners
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Brilliant blue water of Argentine lakes
from $5,843
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Discover Argentina

10 Day Itinerary
  • Visit Buenos Aires and Tigre Delta
  • Enjoy wine tasting in Mendoza
  • Explore Bariloche and Patagonia
Starts / Ends
Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires
Activities
Horseback Riding, Fishing
Activity Level
Relaxed
Enjoy a complete 10-day upscale tour discovering the best of Argentina. Dance the tango in Buenos Aires, float down the Tigre Delta, take a cooking class and go wine tasting in Mendoza. Explore the peaks and lakes of the high Andes hiking at a historical Estancia near Bariloche in Patagonia.
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Wines of Europe
from $5,146
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Taste of Argentina

9 Day Itinerary
  • Explore Salta's colorful markets
  • Visit a local family goat farm
  • Tour vineyards with an oenologist
  • Attend an Andean cooking class
Activity Level
Relaxed
Join this 9-day journey to discover the delicious local dishes and wines, as well as the inviting culture and landscape of northern Argentina -- a world apart from the country's chilly southern reaches!
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The island of Chiloe
from $2,738
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Highlights of Chiloe

4 Day Itinerary
  • Ferry Ride with views of the Andes
  • Northern Chiloe Village Exploration
  • Hiking in Tepuhueico Park
  • Unique endemic wildlife spotting
  • Cultural exploration of Castro
  • Visit to Chepu River
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Puerto Varas / Puerto Varas
Activities
Cooking Classes, Local Market Visits, Hiking, Wildlife Viewing, Village Visits
Activity Level
Easy Active
Chiloé island in Chile. Enjoy a Chiloé culture and wildlife tour on this 4-day Chiloé island trip. Ride a ferry to misty villages, sample local oysters, spot penguins, hike through lush Tepuhueico forests to the dramatic “Dock of Souls,” wander UNESCO wooden churches and palafitos in Castro, then relax by the Chepu River in local comfort.
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The Island of Chiloé
from $7,075
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The Islands of Chiloe & The Route of the Parks of Patagonia

10 Day Itinerary
  • Scenic walking tour of Puerto Varas
  • Osorno Volcano & Rewilding Activity
  • Natural Wonders of Chiloé
  • Visit Castro & Culinary Adventures
  • Explore the Route of the Parks
  • Chaitén Volcano & Scenic Return
Starts / Ends
Puerto Varas / Puerto Varas
Activities
Volunteering
Activity Level
Easy Active
Join this 10-day adventure through Chiloé and Patagonia's Route of Parks, beginning in Puerto Varas. Discover Chiloé's culture and landscapes while exploring hidden trails and participating in rewilding projects. Experience the breathtaking scenery of Patagonia, with its temperate rainforests, volcanoes, fjords, and the Andes.
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Amazon sunset
from $5,171
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Ultimate Ecuador

13 Day Itinerary
  • Bike Pichincha Volcano
  • Explore Bellavista Cloud Forest
  • Zipline over Mindo canopy
  • Hike Cotopaxi National Park
  • Kayak the Shiripuno River
  • Spot endemic wildlife in Yasuni
  • Visit a remote Waorani village
Starts / Ends
Quito / Quito
Activities
Camping, Hacienda Visits
Activity Level
Moderate
Explore Ecuador’s cloud forest, Andes, and Amazon on this 13-day adventure. Zipline over Mindo, ride horseback near Cotopaxi, and hike volcanic trails. Paddle deep into Yasuni National Park, encountering wildlife and the Waorani community. Stay at an eco-glamping site in the rainforest, immersing yourself in the rainforest’s beauty.
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Guanaco in Torres del Paine
from $12,599
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South America Grand

34 Day Itinerary
  • Observe toucans and macaws
  • Snorkel among Galapagos marine life
  • Watch water flood over Iguazu Falls
  • Hike to the spires of El Paine
Activities
Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Kayaking, Rainforest Exploration, Biking, Snorkeling, Archaeological Site Visits
Activity Level
Relaxed
Explore the best of South America on this month-long adventure that begins in Ecuador and ends in Chile. This itinerary has it all from snorkeling, hiking, and searching for wildlife to cultural immersion, food tasting, and history. This itinerary takes you to the Galapagos, Machu Picchu, Iguazu Falls, and Easter Island, just to name a few.
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Beautiful downtown Santiago at dusk
from $2,840
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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
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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Grapes at a vineyard
from $1,462
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Mendoza

4 Day Itinerary
  • Attend an Argentine cooking class
  • Tour a Mendoza winery
  • Horseback & hiking options
Activity Level
Relaxed
Visit this region's important vineyards and compliment your wine tasting with an exclusive cooking class on our 4 day Mendoza tour. Round out your time here with a horseback ride or a trek to the Quebrada del Salta water falls.
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Sunset over Cartagena, Colombia
from $2,005
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Cartagena Adventure

5 Day Itinerary
  • Visit Cartagena's historical sites
  • Prepare dishes with a local chef
  • Taste the best liquor in Colombia
  • Visit the Bazurto market
  • Swim in Tierra Bomba
  • Learn about Palenque de San Basilio
Starts / Ends
Cartagena / Cartagena
Activities
Wine Tasting
Activity Level
Easy Active
Experience Cartagena’s vibrant culture with rum and chocolate tasting, a market tour and cooking class, a historical visit to San Basilio de Palenque, and a relaxing day at Blue Apple Beach. This unique trip delves into the heart of Colombia’s rich heritage and stunning landscapes.
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Argentine Experience
from $227
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The Argentine Experience

½ Day Itinerary
  • Learn to make traditional empanadas
  • Savour Argentina's very best steak
  • Prepare your own 'mate' drink
Activities
Urban Exploration
Activity Level
Relaxed
Experience an Argentine dining experience that cleverly blends exquisite food and wine, local culture, and social integration led by charismatic guides and supported by an international team. Learn how to close your own empanada using the 'repulgue' technique, to order steak your way in Spanish, and to prepare your own 'mate' drink
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Buenos Aires Wine Tasting
from $202
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The Argentine Dine & Wine Experience

½ Day Itinerary
  • Enjoy an Argentine meal with wine
  • Unleash your inner mixologist
  • Prepare your own \\"mate\\" drink
Activity Level
Relaxed
Enjoy an authentic Buenos Aires eating experience with this tour. Mixologists and sommeliers instruct you in the art of preparing wine-based cocktails. Order steak your way in Spanish, and prepare your own 'mate' drink. The number of participants is limited, ensuring a small-group experience in this food and wine class.
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Brightly colored weavings in the market
from $120
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Gualaceo and Chordeleg Market

1 Day Itinerary
Activity Level
Relaxed
Enjoy this 1-day Ecuadorian market tour, which is perfect for crafters and travelers alike. The tour begins in the charming little town of San Bartolome and continues to the Andean villages of Chordeleg and Gualaceo. View some of the most picturesque landscapes around as you shop for jewelry, ceramics, and other crafts.
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