Top South America Trips & Tours in November 2025

from $82,400

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Private Charter - Southeastern Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Archipel I

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

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Set sail on Archipel I for an 8-day private Galapagos expedition voyage to see the best of the southern Galapagos. Explore some of the most beautiful islands including Santa Cruz, Floreana, Española, San Cristobal, South Plazas, and Santa Fe. Spot a myriad of native species, including sea lions, sharks, marine birds, and sea turtles.

• Learn about local conservation
• Follow Charles Darwin´s steps
• Visit the Highlands of Santa Cruz
• Swim and snorkel at Gardner Bay

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from $82,400

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Private Charter - Western Islands I

8 Day Itinerary aboard Archipel I

Starts / Ends

San Cristobal / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Explore the western islands of the Galapagos on this 8-day private cruise aboard Archipel I. This voyage features the most sought-after destinations in this region, including Santa Cristobal, South Plazas, Santa Fe, Floreana, Santa Cruz, and Isabela. Hike fresh-water pools and lagoons and snorkel in the most spectacular and wildlife-rich waters.

• Meet Galapagos giant tortoises
• Zodiac cruise to a penguin colony
• Swim and snorkel with sea lions
• Learn about conservation topics

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from $1,303

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Trekking Chapada Diamantina

6 Day Itinerary

Activities

Homestays

Activity Level

Challenging

This active itinerary takes you up mountain peaks, down through valleys, and into local villages. Spend 4 days trekking through Brazil's former diamond capital, Chapada Diamantina, to experience it all first-hand! Witness breathtaking views around each corner!

• Trek along streams, pools, & cliffs
• Explore large waterfalls
• Spend an evening with locals
• Hike Gerais do Vieira for views

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from $1,648

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Cotopaxi Trekking

7 Day Itinerary

Activities

Camping

Activity Level

Challenging

Experience Cotopaxi National Park in a unique way as you trek the ancient roads of the Inca. The full day hikes will take you past Inca sites and offer stunning views of Cotopaxi volcano. During your five days of hiking you'll split your evenings between campsites and classic Haciendas.

• Take in the volcanic mountain views
• Hike through native Andean forest
• Visit an Andean Cowboy community
• Explore Inca sites

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from $6,810

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Panama and Colombia: Exploring the Caribbean Coast

8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Quest

Starts / Ends

Panama City / Cartagena

Activities

Archaeological Site Visits, Stand Up Paddle Boarding

Activity Level

Variable

Discover an astonishing trove of natural and cultural treasures as you navigate the Caribbean coasts of Panama and Colombia on this 8-day cruise aboard the National Geographic Quest. Sail from Panama City to Cartagena, with stops in Portobelo, Guna Yala, Archipelago, and more.

• Transit the Panama Canal
• Meet Indigenous people of Guna Yala
• Look for unique tropical wildlife
• See colonial architecture

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from $4,292

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West & Central Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Legend

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activities

Whale Watching

Activity Level

Variable

Board the Galapagos Legend and set sail for an 8-day cruise adventure around the west and central islands of the Galapagos. This cruise allows you to experience all the wildlife, landscapes and highlights of Santa Cruz, Genovesa, Santa Fe, Santiago, Isabela and Fernandina.

• Meet Nazca and red-footed boobies
• Tour a land iguanas' nesting site
• Explore Santa Fe's white beaches
• Snorkel with sea lions

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from $4,066

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Explora Easter Island

5 Day Itinerary

Starts / Ends

Easter Island / Explora Rapa Nui

Activities

Horseback Riding, Spa Relaxation

Activity Level

Easy Active

Experience Rapa Nui's history, culture, and landscapes on foot, by bicycle, and underwater with snorkeling and scuba diving. Enjoy a 5-day vacation at the Explora Rapa Nui hotel, surrounded by forests, grasslands, and views of the Pacific Ocean.

• Discover the mysteries of Rapa Nui
• Explore iconic sites
• Experience unique culture
• Enjoy adventure sports

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from $4,239

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W Brush Trek

Torres del Paine Trek - 8 Day Itinerary

Starts / Ends

Punta Arenas / Santiago

Activities

Hiking

Activity Level

Challenging

On this six-day hiking trip, explore notable attractions of the W Trek as well as visit remote trails within the Park. Spend evenings at campsite areas of Refugio's, immersing in nature. This tour concludes at EcoCamp Patagonia, a renowned sustainable hotel that harmonizes innovative eco-living, delicious food, yoga, and award-winning service.

• Hike the famous W Trek
• Explore Grey Glacier up close
• Explore French Valley
• Enjoy backcountry glamping

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from $4,145

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Southern Islands

4 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Horizon

Starts / Ends

San Cristobal / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Board the brand new Galapagos Horizon on this spectacular 4-day sailing expedition and discover the breathtaking beauty of the incredible Galapagos Islands. Admire the clear waters, making it easy to find sea turtles, sea lions, stingrays and perhaps even white-tipped sharks.

• View young and old tortoises
• Hike through San Cristobal
• Snorkel and swim with sea lions

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from $350

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Explore Cuenca

4 Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Relaxed

Fly south to the delightful city of Cuenca. Considered the most colonial city in all the Americas, red clay rooftops stretch throughout the city and baroque churches seem to stand on every corner. This time in Cuenca is yours to explore however you like. Chose from several short excursions to add to your stay in this charming town.

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from $281

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Vina del Mar & Valparaiso

1 Day Itinerary

Activities

Urban Exploration, Cooking Classes

Activity Level

Relaxed

Visit two distinct and atmospheric cities with a day tour of Chile's Pacific Coast. Begin in Viña del Mar, a leading beach destination and South America's second popular tourist city. Glimpse the ornate wooden buildings that line this charming coastal town before heading inland to Valparaiso, where you can explore cobblestone streets and wander historical markets.

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from $150

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Explore Santiago

½ Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Relaxed

Start exploring Santiago, the capital of Chile, on this half-day tour! Visit La Moneda, and Plaza de Armas. Climb Cerro Santa Lucía and make your way through Bellavista's neighborhood.

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from $12,700

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Galapagos Outer Loop

San Cristobal to San Cristobal - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Silver Origin

Starts / Ends

San Cristobal / San Cristobal

Activities

Snorkeling, Kayaking

Activity Level

Variable

Embark the luxurious Silver rigin on an 8-day adventure from San Cristobal to San Cristobal. Get to know the islands of Genovesa, North Seymour, Santiago, Fernandina, Isabela Santa Cruz, and Española. 

• Explore beaches of the Galapagos
• Visit lava fields of Sullivan Bay
• Experience wonders of Española
• Discover Galapagos Wildlife

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from $3,839

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Magic of Colombia

Barranquilla - Cartagena - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS AmaMelodia

Starts / Ends

Cartagena / Cartagena

Activities

Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing, Festival Visits

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on an 8-day cruise from Barranquilla to Cartagena aboard the AmaMelodia and experience the allure of Colombia. Discover the rich culture and traditions of San Agustin, Mompox, and La Dorada, and indulge in Colombia's famous coffee. Encounter the country's unique flora and fauna as you journey through this diverse and captivating land.

• Experience Carnaval of Barranquilla
• Visit Nueva Venecia
• Discover the picturesque Cienega

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from $5,143

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Falklands Battlefields

8 Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Relaxed

Explore key war museums, wreckage sites, and memorials on the Falklands War Battlefields itinerary. Drive past fenced-off minefields and learn about the 1982 war history. Also, enjoy the unique wildlife, including penguins and seabirds, in the remote Falkland Islands.

• Explore war museums
• visit memorials
• Learn about the 1982 war history
• Observe wildlife in Falkland Island

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from $964

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Napo Cultural Center - Sumak Kausay

4 Day Itinerary

Starts / Ends

Quito / Napo Cultural Center

Activities

Rainforest Exploration, Wilderness Lodge Exploration

Activity Level

Relaxed

Explore the 4-day trip at Napo Cultural Center. Explore the Kichwa Añangu community, observe wildlife, visit parrot clay licks, and paddle through blackwater creeks. Climb observation towers for panoramic rainforest views and join an ancestral catamaran ride. Witness Amazonian traditions, sustainable projects, and a mystical guayusa ritual.

• Visit Kichwa Añangu community
• Enjoy kayaking on Napo River
• Witness up to 11 species of parrots
• Visit Kichwa Añangu community
• Hike Terra Firme Forest

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from $959

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Cotopaxi Mountain Biking

4 Day Itinerary

Activities

Hacienda Visits, Biking

Activity Level

Challenging

Experience the exhilarating thrill of biking Cotopaxi National Park on this 4-day active Ecuador trip. Designed for experienced and advanced bikers, this challenging and beautiful itinerary takes its bikers through Santa Rita Ecological Reserve, El Tambo Trail, The Road of the Lahars, and down Cotopaxi Volcano itself.

• Bike past Inca sites and lakes
• Ride to Santa Rita Reserve
• Stay at classic haciendas

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from $509

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Wine Tours - Premium Maipo Valley

1 Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Relaxed

Tour Perez Cruz, a boutique winery located on the estate grounds of the Perez Cruz family, then head towards Santa Rita winery to experience its grape variety garden. Enjoy a delicious lunch in Santa Rita's traditional restaurant, "Doña Paula," a beautiful mansion of colonial architecture with paintings displayed from artistic movements.

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