Top South America Trips & Tours in May 2026

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Panoramic Peru

16 Day Itinerary

• Discover Peru's 'Little Galapagos'
• View the Nazca Lines with a flyover
• Explore Colca Canyon
• Visit the shores of Lake Titicaca

Starts / Ends

Lima / Lima

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!

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from $1,481

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Fernando de Noronha

5 Day Itinerary

• Hike to spectacular beaches
• Snorkel and swim in Atlantic waters
• Learn about conservation efforts

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.

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from $3,196

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Highlights of Peru & Bolivia

14 Day Itinerary

• Tour Cusco's largest open market
• Visit Sun and Moon Islands
• Discover Machu Picchu
• Climb El Calvario for great views

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.

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from $3,437

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Ecuador Adventure

9 Day Itinerary

• Bike down the slopes of Pinchincha
• Explore Bellavista Cloud Forest
• Horseback ride across the páramo
• Zipline and hike in Mindo

Starts / Ends

Quito / Quito

Activities

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.

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from $2,407

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Flavors of Peru

8 Day Itinerary

• Savor Peruvian dishes in Barranco
• Explore Chocomuseo and Pisco Museum
• Witness Andean traditions
• Explore the ruins of Machu Picchu

Starts / Ends

Lima / Cusco

Activity Level

Relaxed

Join this 8-day tour that takes you to Lima, Cusco, the Sacred Valley, and the citadel of Machu Picchu. Explore the culinary delights of Peru in Barranco, where you can taste traditional dishes like lomo saltado and causa. This is a relaxed, cultural-focused trip with an emphasis on the flavors and gastronomy of Peru.

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from $210

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Atacama Archaeological Tour

½ Day Itinerary

Starts / Ends

Atacama Desert / Atacama Desert

Activity Level

Relaxed

Explore in 2025 with a relaxed journey through the Andes and Atacama Desert. Enjoy easy archaeological visits and stunning landscapes with minimal effort. Perfect for comfort seekers, this trip blends culture and nature in , part of . Plan for 2026 too!

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from $4,150

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Southern Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard Treasure of Galapagos

Starts / Ends

San Cristobal Airport / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

This 5-day Southern Galapagos Islands cruise on the Treasure of the Galapagos yacht explores the islands of Santa Cruz, San Cristobal, Santa Fe and more.

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from $4,060

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High Deserts of Bolivia & Chile

10 Day Itinerary

• Explore Lake Titicaca
• Uyuni Salt Desert in depth
• Visit altiplanic lagoons
• Discover the beauty of Atacama

Activities

Local Market Visits, Wildlife Viewing

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.

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from $3,595

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Machu Picchu by Train with Luxury Hotels

7 Day Itinerary

• Watch the sunrise over Machu Picchu
• Explore Cusco with a local guide
• Tour the ruins of Ollantaytambo
• Visit a local textile market

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.

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from $369

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Lakes Off Road

1 Day Itinerary

• Views the stunning Lago Escondido
• Off-road journey via Andes Mt Range
• Sample an Argentine lunch

Activity Level

Relaxed

This full-day trip from Ushuaia, Argentina lets you explore the Southern Andes Mountain Range on an off-road adventure. Explore the view of Lago Escondido (Hidden Lake), a little wonder that hides at the bottom of a valley, from Garibaldi Pass. Continue onward in a 4x4 vehicle through the forest and across rivers toward the shore of Fagnano Lake.

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from $5,772

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Sacred Valley & Lake Titicaca Multisport

12 Day Itinerary

• Whitewater raft the Urubamba River
• Bike past lakes, farms, & villages
• Trek the Queñua Sundur Valley
• Kayak around Lake Titicaca

Activities

Homestays, Camping

Activity Level

Moderate

This active 12-day tour through Peru blends exhilarating multi-sport adventures like whitewater rafting, kayaking, hiking, trekking, and mountain biking around Cusco & the Sacred Valley climaxing in an unforgettable trip to Machu Picchu. Then, travel south to Puno and go sea kayaking on Lake Titicaca visiting Amantani and Ticonata Islands.

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from $6,639

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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

Cooking Classes, Urban Exploration, Kayaking, 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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from $5,846

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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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from $2,640

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Beautiful Buenos Aires & Iguazu Falls

Tour - 7 Day Itinerary

• Experience an Argentine Tango show
• Enjoy exploring Buenos Aires
• Visit and discover Iguazu Falls
• Explore Tigre Delta

Activities

Ziplining

Activity Level

Relaxed

Begin this week-long Argentina vacation in metropolitan Buenos Aires before traveling to Iguazu Falls, the world's largest waterfall system at the Argentine-Brazilian border. Enjoy the best Argentina has to offer with visits to local fruit markets at the Tigre Delta, ferry tours, tango shows and of course, Argentine steak & wine.

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from $2,075

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Colchagua Valley Wine Escape

3 Day Itinerary

• Enjoy horse ride at VIK winery
• Trek across the Colchagua Valley
• Visit the Lapostolle Winery

Starts / Ends

Santiago / Santiago

Activities

Wine Tasting, Village Visits, Horseback Riding

Activity Level

Relaxed

Sample some of Chile’s internationally renowned wines on this three-day getaway in the enchanting Colchagua Valley, exploring the vineyards in style via walking and horseback riding before spending the nights in luxury accommodations after full days of wine-induced decadence.

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from $1,950

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Classic Easter Island Group tour

5 Day Itinerary

• See the superb Moai Stone Statues
• Admire spectacular ancient ruins
• Discover beautiful volcanoes

Starts / Ends

Easter Island / Hotel Otai

Activities

Archaeological Site Visits, Hiking

Activity Level

Relaxed

Immerse yourself in the mystical culture, epic landscapes, and ocean views of legendary Easter Island. Visit the mysterious Moai statues, walk and drive around the island’s best natural and archeological sites, and learn more about this fascinating island!

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from $1,798

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Iguazu Falls & Argentine Rainforest

5 Day Itinerary

• Explore the famous Iguazu Falls
• Spot wildlife at Yacutinga Lodge
• Float the San Francisco River

Activities

Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Rainforest Exploration

Activity Level

Relaxed

Experience the world's largest waterfall system - Iguazu Falls - on this amazing 5-day Argentina vacation. Take the "most beautiful thousand meter walk in the world" overlooking the Falls, then search for rainforest wildlife as you spend three nights at Yacutinga Lodge experiencing the subtropical rainforest straddling the Argentina-Brazil border.

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from $900

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Lakes District Adventure

4 Day Itinerary

• Enjoy rafting on the Petrohue River
• Discover Perez National Park
• Bike along Lake Llanquihue

Activities

Whitewater Rafting, Biking

Activity Level

Moderate

Explore the Chile Lakes District regions, with its beautiful natural scenery and opportunities for adventure. Enjoy nature hikes, whitewater rafting, biking, and a taste of the Welsh local culture of Puerto Varas. Combine this short extension with other Chile tours and extensions, or the Chiloe Island Adventure!

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