Top South America Trips & Tours in December 2026

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Andes and Amazon

15 Day Itinerary

• Explore Quito’s UNESCO Old Town
• Visit the homes of local weavers
• Visit Antisana National Park
• Experience Amazon jungle lodge
• Hike scenic Cajas National Park

Starts / Ends

Quito / Quito

Activities

Spa Relaxation, Hacienda Visits

Activity Level

Easy Active

Discover Ecuador on this 15-day Andes and Amazon adventure. Explore Quito’s Old Town, shop at Otavalo Market, wander Cuenca’s colonial streets, ride the Devil’s Nose Train, hike Chimborazo, and follow the Route of the Waterfalls to Baños. Enjoy jungle hikes, wildlife viewing, and community visits in the Amazon rainforest.

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from $4,900

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Northern Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Nemo III

• Take a paga ride on Genovesa
• Snorkel and kayak at Sullivan Bay
• Visit a blue-footed booby colony
• Meet Galapagos giant tortoises

Activity Level

Variable

Enjoy an 8-day magical Galapagos Islands cruise aboard Nemo III! Discover the North Islands Genovesa, the coast of Santiago, Isabela and Fernandina. Walk, swim, and snorkel next to frigatebirds, blue-footed boobies, iguanas, penguins, giant tortoises & sea lions.

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from $4,900

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Southern Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Nemo III

• Meet the wildlife of North Seymour
• Rest on Suarez Point's cliffs
• Walk on Cormorant Point's beach
• Meet Galapagos giant tortoises

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activities

Small Ship Sailing

Activity Level

Variable

Experience this 8-day cruise to the Southern Islands of the Galapagos and enjoy bays and striking beaches of white coral sand, a favorite place for large colonies of sea lions. Visit a variety of the best locations in Santa Cruz, Isabela, Floreana, and Española islands.

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from $4,280

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Islands Circumnavigation - Naturalist Itinerary

Santa Cruz Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Danubio Azul

• Snorkel volcanic Devil’s Crown
• Visit the historic Post Office
• Encounter Galapagos marine iguanas
• Watch blue-footed boobies

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activities

Wildlife Viewing, Hiking, Snorkeling

Activity Level

Variable

Explore the Galapagos Islands Northwest and Southern Loop aboard Danubio Azul on this 8-day expedition. Visit volcanic islands like Isabela and Bartolome, and encounter wildlife from giant tortoises to marine iguanas. Enjoy guided excursions to historic sites, pristine beaches, and remote islets.

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from $4,380

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Awasi Atacama Desert

4 Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Relaxed

Spend your nights in San Pedro de Atacama on these 3 to 5-night luxury Chile tours with flexible itineraries that explore the best of the Atacama like the Valley of the Moon, Lasana Valley, and the El Tatio geysers.

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from $2,997

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Cachiccata Trek

Alternative Inca Trail - 10 Day Itinerary

• Encounter local people as you trek
• View the Urubamba mountain range
• Explore the Inca stronghold, Cusco
• Take in the ruins of Machu Picchu

Activity Level

Challenging

The Cachiccata Trek is an excellent alternative to the Inca Trail. This cultural hike explores Peruvian history, and also visits modern Inca communities and customs. This route was cultivated by the Cachiccata community and your local guides will delight in sharing their culture and history. Come and discover this hidden trekking treasure of Peru!

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from $2,085

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Costa Verde of Brazil

10 Day Itinerary

• Visit Christ the Redeemer statue
• Explore the colonial town of Paraty
• Hike to Lopes Mendes Beach
• Kayak along rugged coastline

Activities

Whitewater Rafting

Activity Level

Easy Active

This 10-day Brazil tour can be customized based on your interests! Begin with a visit to vibrant Rio de Janeiro where you will see Rio's famous landmarks. Continue to Paraty with its cobblestone streets and rich history. Hike to Lopes Mendes Beach and snorkel, kayak, or simply relax on the beach as you end your Brazil trip.

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from $2,104

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Living Legacy of Ancient Peru

Cusco & Huilloc - 6 Day Itinerary

• Discover wonders of Peru
• Explore Historic sites of Cusco
• Experience life at Huilloc
• Experience Machu Picchu

Starts / Ends

Cusco / Cusco

Activities

Archaeological Site Visits, Village Visits

Activity Level

Relaxed

Experience the unique living culture in Peru in this 6-day Cusco and Huilloc Homestay Tour.

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from $1,805

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Rio de Janeiro and Bonito

7 Day Itinerary

• Enjoy views of Rio de Janeiro
• Visit Christ the Redeemer
• Learn about local flora and fauna
• Swim in unusually blue waters

Starts / Ends

Rio de Janeiro / Campo Grande

Activities

Rainforest Exploration, Urban Exploration

Activity Level

Relaxed

Visit the mountaintops of Corcovado and Sugarloaf, two of Rio's iconic peaks, and stroll the beaches of Ipanema and Copacabana during your visit to Rio de Janeiro. Make your way to Brazil's ecotourism capital, Bonito, where you can admire the tropical wildlife on land and in the Rio de Prata.

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from $2,000

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Napo Wildlife Center Exploration

5 Day Itinerary

• Visit the Interpretative Centre
• Search for monkeys
• Explore Napo's surrounding creeks

Activities

Wilderness Lodge Exploration

Activity Level

Easy Active

Enjoy the unique flora and fauna found in the Amazon Rainforest. Explore the forest by hiking on the trails, canoeing down the river and learning about Kichwa Anangu culture during your 5-day trip to Napo Wildlife Center.

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from $1,635

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Napo Wildlife Center Snapshot

4 Day Itinerary

• Climb the Canopy Observation Tower
• Visit Añangu Lake
• Hike along the forest trail

Activity Level

Easy Active

Enjoy a snapshot of the Amazon Rainforest during your stay at Napo Wildlife Center. Hike through the Terra Firme forest, look for monkeys, and climb the Canopy Observation Tower on this 4-day tour.

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from $7,024

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Culinary Adventure in Argentina & Uruguay

13 Day Itinerary

• Enjoy culinary classes
• Visit Aconcagua Mountain
• Experience Argentine Tango
• Taste premier wines

Activities

Biking, Horseback Riding, Wine Tasting

Activity Level

Relaxed

This 13-day active Argentina & Uruguay trip explores the best of these countries' culinary delights. Your journey includes traditional cooking classes, wine tasting, hiking, city tours, and beautiful landscapes. Visit Buenos Aires, Mendoza, Aconcagua & Montevideo. To end your tour, spend some time relaxing on the sunny white beaches of Uruguay.

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from $21,980

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West & East Galapagos

Santa Cruz - Baltra - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Aqua Mare

• Enjoy Daphne Island's view
• Visit Mosquera Islet
• Discover Caleta Tagus
• Explore Punta Moreno's lava rocks

Starts / Ends

Puerto Ayora / Punta Suarez

Activities

Kayaking, Stand Up Paddle Boarding

Activity Level

Variable

From Santa Cruz to Baltra, embark on the ultimate bucket-list East & West Galapagos voyage onboard Aqua Mare. Explore Floreana, Isabela, Santiago, Santa Cruz, Mosquera, Española, and Plaza Sur.

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from $3,051

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Andean Multisport with Machu Picchu

9 Day Itinerary

• Ride bikes through the countryside
• Hike to a village and volunteer
• Raft the Apurimac class III rapids
• Explore the lost city- Machu Picchu

Activity Level

Challenging

Perfect for the active adventurer, this tour takes you through the Sacred Valley of the Inca from Cusco to Machu Picchu. You'll bike, raft, and hike along the way, culminating with two days exploring Machu Picchu with your local guide. A perfect mix of history and adventure, this 9 day tour will delight young and old alike.

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from $3,364

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Dientes Circuit Trek

Dientes de Navarino Trek - 6 Day Itinerary

• Hike the Dientes Circuit
• Trek the southernmost circuit
• Explore Navarino Island
• Enjoy camping and lodge stays

Activities

Camping

Activity Level

Challenging

Experience what some call "the best trek in Patagonia" on this nature-lovers' trek! Spend six days hiking to the Dientes de Navarino massif along rural roads through and alongside forests, peat bogs, valleys, ponds, lakes, and rivers.

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from $7,500

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Diving Cruise

8 Day Itinerary aboard Galaxy Diver II

• Dive into renowned El Derrumbe
• Explore La Banana dive site
• Discover Shark Bay
• Witness dolphins, sharks and more

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Santa Cruz

Activities

Whale Watching, Scuba Diving

Activity Level

Variable

This 8-day diving cruise aboard Galaxy Diver II explores the awe-inspiring underwater beauty of the Galapagos Islands. Encounter sharks, whales, batfish, rays, turtles, penguins, iguanas, sea lions, and more in this world-class diving adventure.

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from $8,330

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Luxury Amazon Expedition - High Water

Roundtrip Nauta - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Aria Amazon

• Enjoy Amazon River birdwatching
• Discover Yacapana Islands wildlife
• Visit remote Amazon villages
• Observe Ucayali River wildlife

Starts / Ends

Iquitos / Nauta

Activities

Local Market Visits, Fishing

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on an 8-day river cruise through Peru's northern Amazon aboard the Aria Amazon, starting in Iquitos with a city tour. Explore remote villages, rich wildlife, and enjoy activities like birdwatching, kayaking, and fishing in the stunning Pacaya Samiria National Reserve.

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from $7,015

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Galapagos Family Safari Camp

6 Day Itinerary

• Snorkel at the Galapagos Islands
• Visit the beautiful Cerro Mesa
• Discover Garrapatero Beach
• Enjoy a unique fishing day

Starts / Ends

Santa Cruz / Charles Darwin Center

Activity Level

Relaxed

This incredible 6-day Galapagos family safari offers a variety of activities and engaging educational experiences for both parents and children including a chance to enjoy the exotic beauty of the Galapagos while supporting a fantastic social and conservation initiative such as fishing.

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