Top South America Trips & Tours in November 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 $6,941

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Chile North to South

13 Day Itinerary

• Biking and wine tasting
• Explore the Atacama Desert
• Rafting in the Lake District
• Hike in Torres del Paine

Activities

Village Visits, Biking, 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.

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from $3,502

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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 $9,674

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Ultimate Patagonia Trekking

14 Day Itinerary

• Ultimate Patagonia trekking trip
• Perito Moreno Glacier
• Hike W Trek & Fitz Roy
• Glacier trek or horseback riding

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.

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from $6,160

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Explora Torres Del Paine

5 Day Itinerary

• Hike through Patagonia
• Search for Patagonian wildlife
• Choose your excursions

Starts / Ends

Explora Torres del Paine / Torres del Paine National Park

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.

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from $4,368

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Patagonia Wildlife Safari

5 Day Itinerary

• Choose activity level of excursions
• Hike to the base of the towers
• Visit the Salto Grande waterfall
• See 100,000+ Magellanic penguins

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!

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from $3,418

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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

Ziplining

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 $2,556

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Incas and Rainforest

Machu Picchu & Amazon - 10 Day Itinerary

• Watch for wildlife as you canoe
• Take a night hike though the Amazon
• Discover the ruins of Machu Picchu
• Observe traditional weaving

Activities

Rainforest Exploration, Wilderness Lodge 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.

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from $2,349

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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 $4,698

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Lodge to Lodge Salkantay Trek

Peru Small Group Tour - 11 Day Itinerary

• Explore historic Cusco
• Trek the varied Andean terrain
• Stay in luxury lodges along the way
• Explore the ruins of Machu Picchu

Activities

Archaeological Site Visits

Activity Level

Challenging

This 11-day trip along the legendary Salkantay Trail to Machu Picchu hosts you in luxury lodges as you visit such iconic archaelogical sites and towns like Colpa Lodge, Lucma Lodge, Wayra Lodge, Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu Pueblo), Cusco, and Lima, filled with adventure and trekking to take you through these breathtaking landscapes.

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from $3,944

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Sacred Valley Multisport Adventure

8 Day Itinerary

• Visit Cusco's largest open market
• Enjoy Rafting on the Urubamba River
• See beautiful Piuray Lake
• Hike through famous Incan sites

Activities

Homestays, Camping

Activity Level

Moderate

This tour blends the most famous highlights of Peru with exhilarating multisport adventures including whitewater rafting, kayaking, trekking, and mountain biking. A great choice for first time Peru visitors and return travelers as well!

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from $907

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La Paz and Uyuni

4 Day Itinerary

• See giant cacti up to 32-ft tall
• Explore La Paz with your guide
• Visit Uynui Salt Flats

Starts / Ends

La Paz / La Paz

Activities

Local Market Visits

Activity Level

Relaxed

On this 4-day tour, you will get a taste of Bolivia's geographical diversity from volcanos to ancient salt flats. Visit the capital city of La Paz, where you can wander through the colorful markets and marvel at the historic architecture before flying to Uyuni to explore the famous region of the world's largest salt flats, visible from space.

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from $2,051

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Ecuador North to South

8 Day Itinerary

• Hike on Cotopaxi Volcano
• Take a train over Naríz del Diablo
• Explore the ruins of Ingapirca
• Visit a unique mangrove forest

Activities

Hacienda Visits, Urban Exploration

Activity Level

Relaxed

This tour of Ecuador offers visitors some of the most stunning natural beauty and cultural diversity on the continent. Wander the cobblestone streets of colonial Quito, experience indigenous cultures near Cotopaxi and Quilotoa volcanoes, ride the panoramic Nariz del Diablo train, explore Inca ruins and colonial Cuenca before finishing our trip in Guayaquil.

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from $2,028

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Machu Picchu by Train

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

On this 7-day excursion through the Sacred Valley starting in Lima, you'll visit impressive Inca ruins such as Sacsayhuamán near Cusco, then Pisac, and Ollantaytambo. Finally, you'll take the train to Machu Picchu and spend two days exploring the most impressive Inca ruins.

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from $4,902

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Hiking Galapagos

Hotel-Based Tour - 9 Day Itinerary

• Hike Cerro de Las Tijeretas
• Trek to a fresh water lake
• Learn about local conservation
• Explore Tortuga Bay

Activity Level

Moderate

Sea lions and tortoises and iguanas -- oh my! Explore some of the Islands' most remarkable regions, including snorkeling at Leon Dormido, Tortuga Bay, Frigate Hill and a hike to the rim of Sierra Negra volcano. Spend nights on the Islands in comfortable hotels on this 9-day trip with the best hiking in Galapagos.

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from $6,080

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Explora El Chalten

5 Day Itinerary

• View of the Marconi Glacier
• Enjoy exciting excursions
• Visit Los Huemules Reserve

Starts / Ends

Explora El Chalten / Explora El Chalten

Activities

Wildlife Viewing, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Wine Tasting, Spa Relaxation

Activity Level

Easy Active

Explora El Chaltén is the ideal starting point from which to explore the incredible geography of the Argentine Patagonia because of its exceptional location. Take part in adventures that venture far from the main path and explore deeply into this area's natural environment.

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from $10,750

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Volcanic Wonders

Northern & Western Route - 8 Day Itinerary aboard M/V Origin, Theory & Evolve

• Cruise around Kicker Rock
• Hike up Prince Philip's Steps
• Observe Galapagos flora and fauna
• Snorkel or stand up paddle board

Activity Level

Variable

On this comprehensive 8-day tour of the Galapagos Islands aboard the M/V Origin, see unusual wildlife such as marine iguanas, blue-footed boobies, penguins, and giant Galapagos tortoises. By zodiac dinghy, trekking, or snorkeling, explore the Galapagos National Park.

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from $9,990

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Western & Eastern Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard M/C Elite

• Visit the beautiful Junco Lagoon
• Bird watching at North Seymour
• Snorkel & Kayak across Tintoreras
• Discover Sierra Negra volcano

Starts / Ends

San Cristobal Airport / San Cristobal Interpretation Center

Activities

Snorkeling, Kayaking, Whale Watching, Stand Up Paddle Boarding

Activity Level

Variable

Join the M/C Elite on a spectacular 8-day small ship cruise of the Galapagos Islands. Visit San Cristobal, North Seymour, Santa Cruz, Isabela, Fernandina, Rabida, Bartholomew and many more islands.

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