Top South America Trips & Tours in September 2025

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Salkantay & Classic Inca Trail Trek

12 Day Itinerary

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Lima / Lima

Activity Level

Challenging

This 12-day trek takes you along the legendary route of the Inca Trail, through the Sacred Valley and exploring the traditional colonial town of Cusco - hiking through mountain passes, glacier carved valleys, and ultimately leading to the renowned Sun Gate of Machu Picchu.

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from $3,667

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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

Biking, Homestays

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 $2,208

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Machu Picchu by Train with 4 Star Hotels

7 Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Relaxed

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from $768

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Highlights of Rio

4 Day Itinerary

• Visit Christ the Redeemer
• Enjoy views from Sugarloaf Mountain
• Tour Rio de Janeiro's city center

Activity Level

Relaxed

This 4-day exploration of Rio de Janeiro highlights all the main attractions, including visits to Christ the Redeemer, Corcovado, and Sugarloaf Mountain. Customize this tour to suit your needs and explore the marvelous city at your own pace, from its lively clubs to its marvelous cathedrals. It makes a perfect extension to any other Brazil trip!

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from $377

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Sandboarding at Mars Valley

Itinerary

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Atacama Desert / Atacama Desert

Activity Level

Moderate

Experience the joy and thrill of sandboarding at Mars Valley in the beautiful Bolivian Altiplano! On a day off from the salt mines, be taken to the best sand dunes in town. Descend an incredible 400 feet (120 meters) on a sandboard. Take home unforgettable memories of this surreal landscape and its deep red color contrasted by its rich dark hue.

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from $356

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Rainbow Valley & Yerbas Buenas

Itinerary

Starts / Ends

Atacama Desert / Atacama Desert

Activities

Archaeological Site Visits

Activity Level

Relaxed

Start your adventure in San Pedro de Atacama by driving an hour to the ancient archaeological site of Yerbas Buenas. For an hour and a half, walk around the petroglyphs which date back approximately 10,000 years. Embark on another half-day tour of Rainbow Valley, home to colorful mineral-rich rock formations.

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from $244

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Perito Moreno Glacier Navigation

1 Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Relaxed

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from $275

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Puritama Hotsprings

Itinerary

Starts / Ends

Atacama Desert / Atacama Desert

Activity Level

Relaxed

Take the half- day Puritama Hotsprings tour and enjoy the serenity and rejuvenating properties these mineral springs have to offer. The natural waters have a constant temperature of 35°C/95°F, making them comfortable and relieving muscle tension. This is an ideal way to relax after a long day visiting Machu Picchu and the surrounding areas.

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from $217

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Buenos Aires

½ Day Itinerary

• Visit La Boca, Palermo and Recoleta
• Join a 4-hour Buenos Aires Tour
• See Colon theater and Natl Congress

Activities

Urban Exploration

Activity Level

Relaxed

Experience the highlights of Buenos Aires on a 4-hour city tour which includes visits to typical neighborhoods like La Boca, Palermo, Recoleta, the Colon Theater, the National Congress, and the Presidential Palace.

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from $79,040

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Private Charter - Western Islands Aboard Alya

6 Day Itinerary aboard Alya

• Observe Galapagos giant tortoises
• See the blue-footed boobies dance
• Look for Galapagos penguins
• Cruise along Moreno Point

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Bachas Beach

Activities

Wildlife Viewing, Snorkeling, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Whale Watching

Activity Level

Variable

Board the Alya on this 6-day private cruise of the Western Galapagos Islands, visiting some of the most popular sites including the Tortoise Breeding Center on Santa Cruz, snorkeling in Elizabeth Bay on Isabela, kayaking around Urbina Bay at Fernandina, and hiking the Chinese Hat Islet near the southeast coast of Santiago, plus much more.

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from $8,079

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Luxury Inca Trail

10 Day Itinerary

Activities

Local Market Visits

Activity Level

Challenging

Hike the Inca Trail in style and comfort. This 10-day Inca Trail trek & exploration of Andean Peru is combined with an upscale camping experience offering comfortable cots, hot water showers, and fine cuisine served under a portable dining tent. Top-shelf service and highly knowledgeable guides assure your once-in-a-lifetime trip to Machu Picchu is perfect.

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from $5,150

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Northwestern Islands I

8 Day Itinerary aboard Archipel I

• Encounter an array of wildlife
• See Fausto Llerena Breeding Center
• Hike through a volcanic landscape
• Snorkel with sea lions

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Explore the Galapagos on this 8-day cruise through the northwestern islands. This journey allows you to experience the picturesque beauty, exciting wildlife, and unique landscapes of this famous archipelago. Explore rocky coastlines, volcanic landscapes, beaches, and forest trails while viewing abundant wildlife.

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from $4,950

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Explore Aysen and Patagonia National Park

7 Day Itinerary

• Kayak Marble Caves & Cathedrals
• Sail to San Rafael Glacier
• Raft down the Baker River
• Explore Lake Bertrand
• Discover Patagonia's ecosystem
• Visit Patgonia National Park

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Balmaceda / Balmaceda

Activities

Camping, Hiking, Village Visits, Whitewater Rafting, Kayaking, Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Horseback Riding

Activity Level

Moderate

Join this 7-day tour to reconnect with nature and admire the memorable landscapes of the remote region of Aysen, Chile. Admire the scenery and experience an unforgettable hike across the magnificent mountains of Patagonia.

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from $3,078

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Classic Inca Trail

10 Day Itinerary

• Trek the classic Inca Trail
• Explore the highlights of Cusco
• Visit several Inca ruin sites
• Watch the sunrise over Machu Picchu

Activity Level

Challenging

Follow in the footsteps of the Inca on this classic 10-day Inca Trail Trek. Acclimatize for three days as you explore Inca ruins and bargain at busy Andean markets in Cusco and the Sacred Valley before embarking on the 4-day 25 mile (40km) trek on the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. Spend a full day-and-a-half in the ruins of Machu Picchu before returning to Cusco on the train.

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from $3,195

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Western Islands II

Baltra roundtrip - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Archipel I

• Visit Fausto Llerena Breeding Cente
• Observe white tip sharks
• Snorkel with sea lions

Starts / Ends

Baltra / Baltra

Activity Level

Variable

Join the Archipel I on this 5-day voyage cruising across the Western Galapagos Islands, home to giant Galapagos tortoises, manta rays, penguins, whale-sharks, sea lions, and more. Walk along unique white sand beaches, encounter an extraordinary variety of wildlife, and admire amazing volcanic formations.

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from $1,296

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Hiking Bariloche

5 Day Itinerary

• Hike Cerrito Llao Llao
• Enjoy bird watching at El Tambo
• Explore Guillelmo lake

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Bariloche / Bariloche

Activity Level

Moderate

Discover Bariloche, the principal city of the Argentine Lakes District and a great base camp for enjoying various outdoor activities.

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from $560

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Tierra del Fuego National Park

½ Day Itinerary

• View Tierra del Fuego National Park
• Visit the rebuilt Yamanas campsite
• Admire great views of Roca lake

Activity Level

Relaxed

Tierra del Fuego National Park is awe-inspiring in its remoteness and natural splendor. Learn about the region's history during a half-day trek and ride to the 100-year-old End of the World convict train.

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from $419

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San Ignacio Ruins

1 Day Itinerary

• Admire San Ignacio Ruins
• See central plaza and the church
• Hear Spanish settlers' history

Activity Level

Relaxed

Explore the UNESCO-listed ruins of San Ignacio, Argentina’s best-preserved Jesuit mission, and see the 17th-century dwellings, cemetery, central plaza, the church, the mission house, workshops, town hall, and the hospital.

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