Top South America Trips & Tours in December 2025

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Estancia Cristina Discovery

1 Day Itinerary

• See Upsala Glaciers jagged icy peak
• Enjoy scenic walks and 4x4 rides
• Explore the estancia's museum

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Puerto Bandera / Upsala Glacier

Activity Level

Moderate

Estancia Cristina Discovery allows you to explore the natural beauty of Patagonia and spend a day enjoying the breathtaking views of the Upsala Glacier and the Southern Patagonian Continental Ice Field, as well as a 4x4 ride, hike, or wander around the estancia's museum in the old sheep shearing shed.

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from $409

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Manso River Valley Mountain Bike Adventure

1 Day Itinerary

• Bike Manso River Valley trail
• Cross bridges and small streams
• Cross hanging bridge section

Activity Level

Challenging

Bike through the Manso River Valley near Bariloche on a scenic full-day ride. Follow forest trails, cross streams, and stop for a picnic lunch by the river. Pass snow-capped peaks, green waters, and meadows. Ride gets tougher in the second half, crossing a hanging bridge over the Manso’s rapids. Return to Bariloche late afternoon.

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High Mountain Mendoza

1 Day Itinerary

• Take in views of the Mendoza Valley
• See towns of Picheuta and Polvareda
• Admire Cordón del Plata mountain

Activity Level

Easy Active

Explore the Vaults of Uspallata in the southernmost point of the Inca Empire. Take a chair lift to the top of the Mendoza Valley's Los Penitentes ski resort. On your way back to Mendoza, stop at the Aconcagua Provincial Park for a short hike with your guide.

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Iguazu Falls Argentina Side

1 Day Itinerary

• See the Argentina side of Iguazu
• View Devil's Throat from a zodiac
• Ride a 4x4 vehicle

Activity Level

Relaxed

The Argentinean side of Iguazu Falls offers numerous vantage points for viewing the cascading water. Devil's Throat Station has a suspended walkway and you can see the Two Sisters, Bosseti, Adam and Eve, Bernabe Mendez, Mbiguá, and San Martín Falls. Admire the lower path, which has been dubbed the "world's most beautiful thousand-meter stroll."

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Mendoza Cooking Class and Wine Tasting

1 Day Itinerary

• Learn wine pairings in Argentina
• Join an exclusive cooking class
• Enjoy a countryside lunch

Activities

Cooking Classes

Activity Level

Relaxed

Join an exclusive cooking class that teaches you how to prepare a traditional Mendocino dish. Learn the local histories and customs that go behind Argentine cuisine. Enjoy a private lunch and a wine tasting tour at a winery in Mendoza, Argentina's top vineyard.

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from $402

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Peruvian Paso Horseback Riding

1 Day Itinerary

Activities

Horseback Riding

Activity Level

Easy Active

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from $555

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Cross Fire Bike Adventure

Itinerary

Activity Level

Moderate

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from $551

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Whole Day Hike between Pueblo Eden & Vina Eden

1 Day Itinerary

• Explore Pueblo Eden
• Trek through 8km local route
• Visit Viña Eden winery

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Punta del Este / Punta del Este

Activities

Hiking, Village Visits

Activity Level

Variable

Join a whole day hike from Pueblo Eden to Viña Eden and explore the countryside. Follow the local trails, take in the stunning scenery, and visit the Viña Eden winery for delicious lunch (optional). The excursion includes transfers, a knowledgeable guide, snack, and water. The hike will start and end at your choice of three locations: Hotel Punta del Este, La Barra, or Jose Ignacio.

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Peruvian Paso Horseback Riding - Half Day

½ Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Easy Active

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from $357

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Rainbow Valley & Yerbas Buenas

Itinerary

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Atacama Desert / Atacama Desert

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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Choquechaca Full Day Hike

1 Day Itinerary

• Observe the changing flora & fauna
• Discover Choquechaca's traditions
• Explore Inca site of Pumamarca

Starts / Ends

Cusco / Cusco

Activities

Wildlife Viewing

Activity Level

Relaxed

Explore the cultural traditions of Choquechaca and visit the Inca site of Pumamarca on a full-day trip from Cusco. Immerse in the culture of the Choquechaca community, enjoy a delicious lunch and learn about the history and significance of the well-preserved agricultural terraces and architecture of Pumamarca while surrounded by Andean landscapes.

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Jesuit Ruins & Carmelos Wineries

1 Day Itinerary

• Discover Uruguay's history
• Explore \"Calera de las Huerfanas\"
• Visit Bodega El Legado
• Tour Bodega El Legado
• Visit Bodega Cordano
• Wine tasting and lunch at Cordano

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Puerto Carmelo / Puerto Carmelo

Activities

Wine Tasting, Biking, Archaeological Site Visits

Activity Level

Variable

Discover Uruguay's history and flavors on the Jesuit Ruins and Carmelos Wineries full-day tour. Begin at "Calera de las Huerfanas," a Jesuit-managed archaeological site dating back to 1741. Then, visit Bodega El Legado for a guided vineyard tour and unique wine tasting experience. Continue to Bodega Cordano for a family-run winery tour, including a tasting and homemade lunch.

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from $377

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Sandboarding at Mars Valley

Itinerary

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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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Laguna Torre & Loma Del Pliegue Tumbado

1 Day Itinerary

• Hike to the trekking capital
• Astounded by views of Cerro Torre
• See the Mountains of Argentina

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Laguna Torre / Laguna Torre

Activity Level

Challenging

This full-day El Chaltén day hike explores Laguna Torre, its glacier, and Pliegue Tumbado Hill, which rises above the valleys with unparalleled panoramic views of Mt. Huemul, Lake Viedma, and Mt. Chaltén and Torre.

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Full-day Cheeses and Wines of Colonia

1 Day Itinerary

• Colonia's cheese and wine offerings
• Visit La Vigna Cheese Farm
• Experience sustainability practices
• Wine and olive oil tasting

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Colonia del Sacramento / Colonia del Sacramento

Activity Level

Variable

Explore Colonia's cheese and wine scene with visits to La Vigna Cheese Farm and El Quinton Winery. Begin with a tour and tastings at El Quinton, then head to La Vigna for cheese tasting guided by the owners. Optional cheese-tasting lunch is available.

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from $343

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Half-day Bicycle Excursion to Rural Colonia

1 Day Itinerary

• Scenic bike ride in Colonia
• tour of the bullring
• Olive oil tasting

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Colonia del Sacramento / Colonia del Sacramento

Activity Level

Variable

Explore Colonia with a half-day scenic bike ride to the "Real de San Carlos" bullring. Enjoy a tour, rural trails, and an olive oil tasting. Lunch is not included. Includes guide, snacks, bike, helmet, support vehicle, and transfer back. Daily with booking.

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Bike Ride between the Wineries of Carmelo

1 Day Itinerary

• Cycle to Playa Sere
• Experience the artisanal tradition
• Visit Almacen de la Capilla
• Cycle along tree-lined road

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Puerto Carmelo / Puerto Carmelo

Activity Level

Variable

Cycle to Playa Sere, then visit El Legado Boutique Winery, known for its unique Vertical Shoot Positioning system that enhances grape quality. Enjoy a homemade lunch paired with wines at Almacen de la Capilla, one of Uruguay's oldest vineyards.

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from $232

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Puritama Hotsprings

Itinerary

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Atacama Desert / Atacama Desert

Activity Level

Relaxed

Take the half- day Puritama Hotsprings tour and enjoy the serenity and rejuvenating properties these mineral springs have to offer. The natural waters have a constant temperature of 35°C/95°F, making them comfortable and relieving muscle tension. This is an ideal way to relax after a long day visiting Machu Picchu and the surrounding areas.

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