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Quench your thirst for high adventure as you explore the highlights of South America on these 954 best South America cruises and tours. Witness the magnificent wildlife and biodiversity of the Amazon Rainforest and the incredible Galapagos Islands. Stare in awe at Iguazu Falls, the world's most impressive waterfall. Challenge yourself to conquer the Andes by hiking the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, or trekking through Torres del Paine in Chile's Patagonia. Let the buzzing cities of Buenos Aires, Argentina, and Brazil's Rio de Janeiro fill your soul with Latin rhythms and flavors. Depart for the white continent of Antarctica on a small ship cruise from the southern tip of the continent, the "End of the World", Tierra del Fuego's Ushuaia or Punta Arenas. Contact one of our South America travel specialists for help planning the perfect tour to South America.
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Breathtaking view of Torres del Paine
from $4,930
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Chile North to South

13 Day Itinerary
Activities
Urban Exploration, Whitewater Rafting
Activity Level
Easy Active
This 13-day tour of Chile takes you from Northern Chile's Atacama Desert, to Santiago, the Lake District, then Torres del Paine. Along the way, enjoying hiking, biking, wine tasting, rafting, and other activities as you experience both the metropolitan and natural sides of Chile.
  • Biking and wine tasting
  • Explore the Atacama Desert
  • Rafting in the Lake District
  • Hike in Torres del Paine
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Visit Kicker Rock, popularly known as the Sleeping Lion (Leon Dormido)
from $3,991
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Galapagos Multisport

Hotel-Based Tour - 8 Day Itinerary
Activities
Stand Up Paddle Boarding
Activity Level
Moderate
This 8-day multisport adventure to the Galapagos Islands is packed with thrilling and unique experiences. Begin your action-packed trip with a trek on San Cristobal Island, and then continue with kayaking, snorkeling, and biking around the Galapagos, where wildlife awaits at every turn, trailside, and shoreline!
  • Kayak and snorkel among wildlife
  • Learn about Galapagos conservation
  • Cycle to Isabela's coastline
  • Snorkel in Concha Perla
  • Hike the rim of an active caldera
  • View giant Galapagos tortoises
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Guanaco in Torres del Paine
from $9,655
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End of the World

12 Day Itinerary
Starts / Ends
Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires
Activities
Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Land & Sea Exploration
Activity Level
Relaxed
This Patagonian tour is an epic 12-day adventure exploring the highlights of Patagonia. Begin your journey in Tierra del Fuego National Park, explore the Patagonian Fjords on an Australis cruise, take in the stunning landscapes of Torres del Paine and end your journey in El Calafate, Argentina. You'll cruise the fjords & channels of Tierra del Fuego inaccessible by land, visit the penguin rookery on Magdalena Island, hike the famed trails of Torres del Paine National Park, and trek Perito Moreno Glacier.
  • Explore Tierra del Fuego by ship
  • Observe Magdalena Island penguins
  • Explore Torres del Paine
  • Walk on Perito Moreno Glacier
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Relax in the waters of Fernando de Noronha
from $1,346
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Fernando de Noronha

5 Day Itinerary
Activities
Snorkeling, Scuba Diving
Activity Level
Relaxed
Fernando de Noronha, an archipelago located off of Brazil's northwest coast, epitomizes the term 'island paradise.' Home to some of the world's most pristine, picturesque beaches, Fernando de Noronha is the perfect destination for travelers seeking an authentic Brazilian experience in a tropical setting unparalleled in beauty.
  • Hike to spectacular beaches
  • Snorkel and swim in Atlantic waters
  • Learn about conservation efforts
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Mt Fitz Roy and hikers
from $6,546
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Ultimate Patagonia Trekking

14 Day Itinerary
Activity Level
Challenging
A complete hiking and trekking adventure that combines the best of both Argentine and Chilean Patagonia travel! This two-week journey pairs our Argentina Glacier Adventure itinerary with the Classic W Trek trip, for those hearty hikers in search of southern South America's breathtaking backcountry scenery.
  • Ultimate Patagonia trekking trip
  • Perito Moreno Glacier
  • Hike W Trek & Fitz Roy
  • Explore a subantarctic beech forest
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Uros Island - Floating island at the Titicaca
from $4,688
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Panoramic Peru

16 Day Itinerary
Starts / Ends
Lima / Lima
Activities
Homestays
Activity Level
Relaxed
This 16-day tour highlights the best of Peru, including Islas Ballestas and Paracas, the Nazca Lines, Colca Canyon, the islands of Lake Titicaca, Cusco and the Lost City of the Incas--Machu Picchu. From the coast to the Andes to the Amazon jungle, this tour has a little bit of everything!
  • Discover Peru's 'Little Galapagos'
  • View the Nazca Lines with a flyover
  • Explore Colca Canyon
  • Visit the shores of Lake Titicaca
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Guanaco in Torres del Paine
from $2,355
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Patagonia Wildlife Safari

5 Day Itinerary
Activity Level
Relaxed
On this tour of Chile's Southern Patagonia region experience penguins, guanacos, Darwin's Rheas, Andean foxes, and more as you hike or even bike Torres del Paine. Optional excursion available to explore the Straits of Magellan to Magdalena Island, where you can see over 100,000 Magellanic penguins!
  • Choose activity level of excursions
  • Hike to the base of the towers
  • Visit the Salto Grande waterfall
  • See 100,000+ Magellanic penguins
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Sea kayaking in Patagonia
from $5,180
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Torres del Paine Multisport

6 Day Itinerary
Activity Level
Moderate
Explore Torres del Paine in this multisport tour of Patagonia's best while hiking, biking, kayaking, horseback riding, and trekking! With EcoCamp as your home base, explore magnificent Patagonian mountains, glaciers lakes and rivers spotting guanacos and ostrich-like rheas.
  • Kayak on Lago Grey with icebergs
  • Biking with views of the Towers
  • Horseback ride with gaucho guides
  • Hike to the base of the towers
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Local woman at Lake Titicaca
from $3,196
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Highlights of Peru & Bolivia

14 Day Itinerary
Activity Level
Relaxed
In two weeks, travel through both Peru and Bolivia. Begin in Peru, visiting markets and ruin sites as you travel through the Sacred Valley to the lost city of Machu Picchu. Discover the birthplace of the Inca on Lake Titicaca. Finish your journey in La Paz, Bolivia and Moon Valley seeing the curious way erosion has shaped the landscape.
  • Tour Cusco's largest open market
  • Visit Sun and Moon Islands
  • Discover Machu Picchu
  • Climb El Calvario for great views
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Laguna Colorada
from $3,594
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High Deserts of Bolivia & Chile

10 Day Itinerary
Activities
Archaeological Site Visits
Activity Level
Relaxed
Explore Bolivia and Chile on this 10-day adventure tour revealing an extreme geography of deserts, mountains, canyons, and lagoons. Visit Salar de Uyuni, Lake Titicaca, and the Atacama Desert while viewing breathtaking landscapes every step of the way! Starting in La Paz, Bolivia you'll journey to Tatio Geysers, the Valley of the Moon, and more.
  • Explore Lake Titicaca
  • Uyuni Salt Desert in depth
  • Visit altiplanic lagoons
  • Discover the beauty of Atacama
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Guanaco in Torres del Paine
from $2,850
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Explora Torres Del Paine

5 Day Itinerary
Starts / Ends
Explora Torres del Paine / Torres del Paine National Park
Activities
Wildlife Viewing, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Spa Relaxation
Activity Level
Easy Active
Explora Torres del Paine is in the middle of the Torres del Paine National Park. It offers beautiful views of the Lake Pehoe and 49 rooms. Explora also has its own spa, ranch, and stables for your enjoyment and you can choose from a variety of excursions to create your optimal itinerary.
  • Hike through Patagonia
  • Search for Patagonian wildlife
  • Choose your excursions
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Such calm water while kayaking Patagonia
from $1,840
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Torres Del Paine Kayaking

3 Day Itinerary
Activities
Camping, Kayaking, Fishing
Activity Level
Moderate
Enjoy a 3 day/2 night river kayaking and camping trip along the Serrano River in Chile's Torres del Paine National Park. Enjoy the breathtaking scenery and wildlife during this fully supported Chile tour.
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Valparaiso, Chile
from $538
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Valparaiso and Viña del Mar

3 Day Itinerary
Starts / Ends
Santiago / Casablanca
Activity Level
Relaxed
Enjoy a 3-day tour to the Chilean coast to visit the cities of Valparaiso and Viña del Mar. Explore the chic beach-side cities and taste local wines before returning to Santiago.
  • Visit historic sites of Valparaiso
  • Taste local wines
  • Explore Viña del Mar's beaches
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Sunset in Montevideo
from $8,077
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Best of Uruguay

Self-Drive - 13 Day Itinerary
Starts / Ends
Colonia / Montevideo
Activities
Local Market Visits, Village Visits, Biking, Wine Tasting
Activity Level
Relaxed
This 13-day Uruguay self-drive tour offers plenty of chances to savor the wine and relax on the beaches. Visit Colonia and Montevideo before heading northeast into the hilly region for two nights to visit wineries and olive oil plantations. The trip ends with two days in the coastal village of Jose Ignacio to relax and enjoy the beach.
  • Visit multiple local wineries
  • Explore Montevideo's neighborhoods
  • Relax on Jose Ignacio's beaches
  • Walk the cobbled streets of Colonia
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Horseback Riding
from $3,291
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Ecuador Adventure

9 Day Itinerary
Starts / Ends
Quito / Quito
Activities
Ziplining, Hacienda Visits
Activity Level
Moderate
Bike down the slopes of Pichincha Volcano, hike through dense, biodiverse cloud forest, zip-line over the forest canopy, hike, and ride horses through the high Andes near the active 19,347-foot high Cotopaxi Volcano on this exciting 9-day adventure tour of Ecuador.
  • Bike down the slopes of Pinchincha
  • Explore Bellavista Cloud Forest
  • Horseback ride across the páramo
  • Zipline and hike in Mindo
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Watch the afternoon sunlight glow on the walls of Machu Picchu on your Peru tour
from $2,472
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Machu Picchu by Train with Luxury Hotels

7 Day Itinerary
Activity Level
Relaxed
Our mainstay Machu Picchu trip with luxury accommodations. We visit the most important Inca ruins such as Sacsayhuamán, Pisac, and Ollantaytambo, and we spend two days exploring the Lost City of Machu Picchu. This is an easy paced weeklong journey perfect for anyone with a sense of curiosity and adventure.
  • Watch the sunrise over Machu Picchu
  • Explore Cusco with a local guide
  • Tour the ruins of Ollantaytambo
  • Visit a local textile market
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A tour of Rio de Janeiro includes Sugarloaf Mountain
from $2,640
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Buenos Aires, Iguazu, and Rio de Janeiro

9 Day Itinerary
Activity Level
Relaxed
Explore the vibrant cities of Rio de Janeiro and Buenos Aires. Tour on your own, or with a local guide who can show you the impressive sites and history of the city. Cap off your tour with a visit to Iguazu Falls. Tour the falls from both the Argentinian and Brazilian side.
  • Take in a Tango Show
  • Explore both sides of Iguazu Falls
  • Take a cogwheel train up Corcovado
  • Enjoy sunset over Copacabana beach
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Hiking Machu Picchu
from $2,284
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Incas and Rainforest

Machu Picchu & Amazon - 10 Day Itinerary
Activities
Rainforest Exploration
Activity Level
Relaxed
Journey through the Sacred Valley to Machu Picchu and explore the Peruvian Amazon in this 10 day tour. Spend 3 nights in the Amazon, observing the multitude of wildlife. Continue to Cusco and make your way through the Sacred Valley, exploring markets and ruins. Your trip culminates at Machu Picchu, one of the new seven wonders of the world.
  • Watch for wildlife as you canoe
  • Take a night hike though the Amazon
  • Discover the ruins of Machu Picchu
  • Observe traditional weaving
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