Top South America Trips & Tours in February 2026

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White Hill Protected Forest - Short Trail

½ Day Itinerary

Activities

Wildlife Viewing

Activity Level

Relaxed

Discover White Hill, located 14km of Guayaquil and close to the Chongon-Colonche mountain range. Noted for its 219 birds, 54 mammals, and over 900 plant species, Hill is a great place to see native Ecuador.

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from $110

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La Leona Petrified Forest

1 Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Moderate

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from $81

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Cuenca City

1 Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Relaxed

Visit Parque Calderón, the city's largest plaza and home to both the new and old cathedral. In the afternoon, visit a Panama Hat factory and visit the famous Barranco along Calle Largo. This tour is approximately 6 hours and runs daily.

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from $55

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Guayaquil Botanical Park

½ Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Relaxed

This 3-hour Botanical park tour in northern Guayaquil's "Cerro Colorado" contains over 324 botanic species, including woody, fruit, ornamental, and exotic plants. Year-round, you can see 73 bird species and 60 butterfly species.

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from $53

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Cuenca by Night

½ Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Relaxed

This half-day tour explores this beautiful city of Cuenca illuminated by the night lights. Take a guided tour of the historic center or head to the new and old cathedrals. At the end of the time, be transferred to a restaurant to continue your evening on your own.

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from $57

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Guayaquil's Historical Park

½ Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Relaxed

The eight-hectare park features mangrove trees, the Daule River, and a tropical environment. Visitors can learn about the region's animals, history, culture, and rural life in the "traditions zone", and relive Guayaquil's past in the "urban-architectonic zone". 

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Quebrada del Salto Waterfall Hike

½ Day Itinerary

• Take in the views of Andes mountain
• Hike Quebrada del Salto
• Rappel Quebrada del Salto Waterfall

Activity Level

Moderate

Discover Argentina's countryside on 3-hour a guided trek to the beautiful Quebrada del Salto Waterfalls that include 18-meter rappelling. Explore the beautiful scenery surrounding Mendoza city in the afternoon.

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from $642

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Madsen Hike

1 Day Itinerary

• Enjoy the view of the mountains
• Find incredible views of Fitz Roy
• Reach the top of Cerro Madsen

Starts / Ends

El Chalten / El Chalten

Activity Level

Challenging

Sit at or above 1400 meters in height. This is a 13-hour walk to Cerro Madsen. On top of Cerro Madsen, you may get the most beautiful views of Fitz Roy in El Chaltén.

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from $819

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Perito Moreno Glacier Trekking

1 Day Itinerary

• Hike Perito Moreno Glacier
• Take a Lago Argentino boat ride
• Enjoy lunch atop Perito's glaciers

Activity Level

Easy Active

Trek the Perito Moreno Glacier, which is more than three miles wide and more than twenty stories high at its front. Take a boat across Lago Argentino and pass the massive front wall of blue ice. Enjoy lunch sitting on the lateral moraine of the glacier and listen to its thunderous concerto of groaning and cracking ice dropping into the lake below.

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from $963

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Upsala Glacier Adventure

1 Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Relaxed

Join this Upsala Glacier Cruise in Argentine Patagonia. Sail Lago Argentino past icebergs and mountains on this scenic, no-trek adventure—perfect for nature lovers, photographers, and those planning an Argentina tour focused on glaciers, wildlife, and stunning landscapes.

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from $557

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Explore Cafayate

1 Day Itinerary

• See bizarre rock formations
• Try Posta de las Cabras goat cheese
• Tour Cafayate's vineyards

Activities

Wine Tasting

Activity Level

Relaxed

On this Argentina day trip, explore the geography and history of Cafayate, famous for its vineyards. Drive along the Lerma Valley and see the region’s tobacco farms. Observe bizarre rock formations, see Las Conchas Gorge, and stop for locally made goat cheese at an inn. This tour is an excellent introduction to the area.

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from $526

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Safari to the Clouds

1 Day Itinerary

• Explore the Argentine Northwest
• Visit 3 circuits in one day
• Admire views atop Cuesta de Lipán

Activity Level

Relaxed

Enjoy a full-day "Safari to the Clouds" tour in Northern Argentina. In one day, visit the clouds, Salinas Grandes, and Purmamarca. This route is the only way to see three of the Northwest's most iconic vistas in one day!

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from $494

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Bike and Wine Tasting Adventure

1 Day Itinerary

• Tour Argentina's wine region
• Taste wines from Mendoza's vineyard
• Enjoy Wine tasting & regional lunch

Starts / Ends

Mendoza / Mendoza

Activities

Cooking Classes

Activity Level

Relaxed

Visit Chacras de Coria, one of the most important wine regions in Argentina. The 5-hour tour through the imposing rural landscapes of Chacras de Coria and Vistalba. Taste wines from three vineyards and enjoy lunch in the shadow of the Los Andes mountain range.

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from $461

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Humahuaca

1 Day Itinerary

• Discover Humahuaca historic village
• Tour Pucará' ruins in Tilcara
• Explore the Hill of Seven Colors

Activities

Village Visits, Local Market Visits

Activity Level

Relaxed

Enjoy this full-day trip from Salta city to Humahuaca, a colorful ancient village with beautiful surroundings. On your way, see "Cerro de colores" (Hill of Seven Colors) and visit Pucará, an old indigenous town. Enjoy a guided tour around the village, have a taste of their Quebrada's typical food, and admire their handicrafts.

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from $448

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Vistas of Cachi

1 Day Itinerary

• Explore Los Cardones National Park
• Discover the charming town of Cachi
• Visit archaeological museums

Activities

Urban Exploration

Activity Level

Relaxed

Experience the unforgettable beauty of Cachi's majestic landscapes, from its lush valleys up to its unique and stunning scenery. Admire treasured locations in the surrounding mountains, like the Tin-Tin straight road, and Los Cardones National Park. Take a short trip through the country's archaeological museum to learn about Cachi’s history.

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from $447

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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

Starts / Ends

Puerto Bandera / Upsala Glacier

Activities

Hiking

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 $429

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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

Activities

Biking

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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from $425

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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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