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South America Tours

South America Tours

Highlights
  • Salt Flats (Bolivia)
  • Galapagos (Ecuador)
  • Torres del Paine National Park (Chile)
  • Iguassu Falls (Brazil/Argentina)
  • Rio de Janeiro (Brazil)
  • Amazon Jungle (Peru)
  • Angel Falls (Venezula)
  • Machu Picchu (Peru)

Variety is the spice of life and a key ingredient to the art of travel. South America offers more variety of culture, wildlife, adventure and natural beauty than any other continent. This liveliness and diversity are evident as soon as you arrive. In South America friendly people welcome you into their lives, happily sharing their culture, their food and even their homes. Once you start to explore this part of the world you quickly realize it holds many of the most intriguing and beautiful destinations on earth. On a South America adventure one arrives with a sense of wonder, and returns home with a newfound respect for the great diversity of this part of the world.

Comfort Galapagos - 10 Day, g4, Southern Islands (EV10MA)

South America Ecuador, Galapagos

Highlights: Eight days cruising and swimming the Galapagos Islands, visiting Charles Darwin Research Station, encountering totally unique wildlife, knowing your snorkelling gear is provided.

10 days
Trip Style:
Classic
Service Level:
Comfort
Physical Grading:
2

Encounter the island chain that has enchanted explorers since Darwin first weighed anchor off its shores. Spend eight days exploring the incredible wildlife of the Galapagos archipelago in the company of an expert Naturalist Guide. In the evenings, return to the comfortable g4 to reflect on the day’s adventures. Retire to air-conditioned cabins with exclusive lower berths and private bathrooms. As one of the region’s largest operators, we understand the importance of controlling the onboard experience—that’s why you'll never end up on another operator's ship.

Deluxe Galapagos - 7 Day, g6, East Islands (EV07QA)

South America Ecuador, Galapagos

Highlights: 5 days cruising and swimming the Galapagos Islands, visiting Charles Darwin Research Station, encountering totally unique wildlife, knowing your snorkelling gear is provided.

Trip Style:
Classic
Service Level:
Comfort
Physical Grading:
2

Encounter the incredible creatures of the Galapagos Archipelago and then relax in a topside Jacuzzi with a cold drink. This seven-day tour begins and ends in Quito—and includes round-trip flights to the archipelago. You'll explore the islands in style aboard the g6, the newest and most comfortable vessel in our fleet. Spend the days exploring the island chain’s incredible diversity in the company of a certified Level III Naturalist Guide, before returning to your comfortable lower berth in an air-conditioned double-occupancy cabin with ocean view and private bath.

Voyage Galapagos - 6 Day, g3, South Islands (EV06HB)

South America Ecuador, Galapagos

Highlights: Four days cruising and swimming the Galapagos Islands, visiting Charles Darwin Research Station, encountering totally unique wildlife, knowing your snorkelling gear is provided.

6 days
Trip Style:
Classic
Service Level:
Standard
Physical Grading:
2

A more compact version of EV10HB, this cruise offers the chance to cruise the southern islands of the Galapagos with the G3 as your floating base. Come face to fin with sea life while snorkelling at the Corona del Diablo and enjoy wilderness walks on Floreana Island. Snorkelling gear is included and an expert Naturalist Guide is there to make sense of it all. Enjoy sunset drinks on the G3's deck and nights in your comfortable, air-conditioned cabin, featuring a private bath and views of the ocean. Best of all, you'll cruise with other interested G Adventures travellers—our vessels are exclusive.

Galapagos Islands Cruise (SEV07QDA)

South America Ecuador, Galapagos

Highlights: Explore the Galapagos Islands with an expert Naturalist guide, learn about the unique and diverse ecosystems of the archipelago, experience unparalleled wildlife viewing and encounters

7 days
Trip Style:
Discovery Adventures
Service Level:
Comfort
Physical Grading:
2

Follow in Darwin’s footsteps and embrace some of the world’s most exceptional wildlife. Cruise the incredible Galapagos Islands and see for yourself how Darwin’s revolutionary theory is still playing out. From the comfort of a motorized catamaran, you’ll snorkel with sea lions before relaxing with a cold drink in the ship’s jacuzzi. When you do hop off the boat for island hikes, a Naturalist Guide will be on hand to offer context. From blue-footed boobies to giant tortoises, you will never get closer to wildlife than you will here.

Trekking the Full Torres del Paine Circuit (SCPT)

South America Argentina, Chile, Patagonia

Highlights: Soaking up the stunning scenery of Torres del Paine National Park.

12 days
Trip Style:
Active
Service Level:
Standard
Physical Grading:
5

Gazing upon the towering, steeple-like peaks of Patagonia’s Cordillera del Paine for the first time, you’d swear they were lifted straight from a Lord of the Rings movie. But these massive rock formations are very real. Built for physically-active travellers, not hardcore mountaineers, this trip brings you to remote, lesser-visited sections of the Torres del Paine National Park and the truly unimaginable scenery to be found here. And with top-notch mountain guides at your side, you’ll be able to concentrate on spotting condors on the wing instead of staring blankly at a map.

Peru Multisport (SPHK)

South America Peru

Highlights: Soaking in the views by bicycle in the Sacred Valley, climbing the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, spotting wildlife in the Amazon jungle, kayaking Lake ...

15 days
Trip Style:
Active
Service Level:
Standard
Physical Grading:
4

How do you improve a trip that already includes the Sacred Valley, the Inca Trail and Lake Titicaca? Throw in some bikes, a few kayaks and loads of high-energy thrills, that’s how! Peru Multisport connects immersive cultural interaction and classic Peruvian landmarks with challenging physical activities tailored specifically for adrenaline junkies and fitness freaks. Climb and bike your way from small villages to astounding monuments, then explore Lake Titicaca from a kayak; a perspective few visitors ever get the chance to see. Need more? Consult your CEO; they’ll keep your jones for adventure satisfied.

South America Highlights (SPSA)

South America Argentina, Brazil, Peru

Highlights: Sampling seafood in Lima, exploring ruins and haggling at local markets in the Sacred Valley, conquering the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, enjoying a traditional ...

15 days
Trip Style:
Classic
Service Level:
Comfort
Physical Grading:
4

Two weeks’ travel in wall-to-wall comfort with all of South America as your playground? Sign us up! This top-flight journey through the historical, cultural and natural treasures of this amazing continent is the perfect fit for time-crunched travellers desperate to conquer South America in grand style. Tremble at the incredible power of Iguassu Falls, trek the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu (or stay behind and meet up with the hikers at the top) and paint Rio red with our passionate and knowledgable CEOs. Anything is possible!

Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu (SPSK)

South America Peru

Highlights: Conquering the Salkantay trek in the Andes, exploring Inca ruins and Machu Picchu, meeting the locals, contemplating mountain beauty.

8 days
Trip Style:
Active
Service Level:
Standard
Physical Grading:
5

Salkantay has been dubbed the most spectacular peak in the Peruvian Andes. On this trip, you’ll trek in the shadows of this impressive mountain, interact with its inhabitants and explore its forgotten ruins. You’ll arrive at Santa Teresa—the ‘back door’ of Machu Picchu—where you’ll catch the train to Aguas Calientes for an early-morning visit to Machu Picchu.

In Search Of Iguassu—Buenos Aires to Rio (JBR)

South America Argentina, Brazil, Uruguay

Highlights: Sampling the food, wine and culture of Buenos Aires, discovering Uruguay's charm, marvelling at Iguassu Falls, sipping on a caipirinha on the beach, wandering colonial ...

17 days
Trip Style:
yolo
Service Level:
Basic
Physical Grading:
3

Kick off your adventure in vibrant Buenos Aires then pass colonial towns and thermal baths into the interior and marvel at the majesty of Iguassu Falls. Finishing in Rio, you're free to explore the carnival atmosphere.

Amazon To The Andes (PAA)

South America Amazon, Inca Trail, Machu Picchu, Peru

Highlights: Exploring ruins and haggling at Sacred Valley markets, devouring seafood in Lima, climbing the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, spotting wildlife in the Amazon.

12 days
Trip Style:
Classic
Service Level:
Standard
Physical Grading:
4

This adventure offers up an intriguing combination of beauty and contrasts in scenery, wildlife and cultures—whether you’re scanning the canopy for wildlife from the comfort of our intimate and exclusive 'G Lodge Amazon’ or climbing the ancient trail of the Incas to Machu Picchu, situated in the heavens of the Americas. Because we run our own treks, we can ensure the fair treatment of our porters and the quality of food and equipment so that you’re free to enjoy the beauty of the region.

Inca Discovery (PID)

South America Inca Trail, Machu Picchu, Peru

Highlights: Sampling seafood in Lima, exploring ruins and haggling at local markets in the Sacred Valley, conquering the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu.

8 days
Trip Style:
Active
Service Level:
Standard
Physical Grading:
4

Perfect for those looking to experience the region’s archeological and cultural treasures in a short amount of time, this adventure includes a four-day trek along the Inca Trail. This is one of the world’s best known hikes and will reward those willing to break a sweat with a stunning combination of mountainscapes, cloud forests and jungles. We run our own treks, which ensures the fair treatment of our porters and quality equipment. Our knowledgeable CEOs will work hard to make certain the first glimpse of Machu Picchu will burn itself into your memory.

End Of The Earth (SAPE)

South America Argentina, Chile, Patagonia

Highlights: Trekking in Glacier National Park and Torres del Paine, marvelling at Perito Moreno Glacier, visiting the end of the world in Ushuaia, savouring scenery in ...

15 days
Trip Style:
Classic
Service Level:
Standard
Physical Grading:
4

Perfect for outdoor enthusiasts who want to experience one of the world’s most pristine wilderness settings, this challenging two-week adventure packages the region’s essential highlights into one incredible journey: explore Torres del Paine, encounter the Perito Moreno Glacier and hike Glacier National Park. With years of local experience, we employ the region's best guides to reveal the extraordinary, bringing you to our exclusive campsites which provide stunning views of Patagonia. Prepare to be awed.

Voyage Galapagos - 7 Day, g3, Central Islands (EV07HB)

South America Ecuador, Galapagos

Highlights: Five days cruising and swimming the Galapagos Islands, visiting Charles Darwin Research Station, encountering totally unique wildlife, knowing your snorkelling gear is provided.

7 days
Trip Style:
Classic
Service Level:
Standard
Physical Grading:
2

A more compact version of the 10-day EV10HA, this cruise stays focused on the central islands of the Galapagos Archipelago. Climb aboard the comfortable G3 and enjoy extras like included snorkelling gear and the presence of and Expert Naturalist guide, there to make sense of this unique region. After a full day of swimming with unique sea life and walking among wildlife that has no fear of humans, enjoy deck-side drinks before retiring to your air-conditioned cabin. Ocean views come standard. As always with G Adventures, our vessels are exclusive so you know you're exploring in good company.

The Best of Patagonia (SABP)

South America Argentina, Chile, Patagonia

Highlights: Trekking in Glacier National Park and Torres del Paine, marvelling at Perito Moreno Glacier, savouring scenery in Patagonia and sophistication in Buenos Aires.

11 days
Trip Style:
Classic
Service Level:
Comfort
Physical Grading:
4

Spacious skies, enormous glaciers, thundering waterfalls, bold and flavourful wines—Argentina does everything big. Come see for yourself on this thrilling adventure through Patagonia at the country’s southern tip. Patagonia is nature at its most wild and untamed; Torres del Paine National Parks’ rugged mountain ranges, forests that play host to soaring condors and the Perito Moreno Glacier are just a few of the supersized wonders you’ll encounter here. Add in comfortable transport and lodgings and city visits bookending your stay, you can return home confident you didn’t miss a thing.

The Inca Experience (SPCP)

South America Peru

Highlights: Sampling seafood in Lima, exploring ruins and haggling at local markets in the Sacred Valley, conquering the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, enjoying extra time ...

10 days
Trip Style:
Active
Service Level:
Comfort
Physical Grading:
4

Machu Picchu stood guard over the Urubamba Valley, waiting for the outside world to find it for over 400 years. Who’s got that kind of time these days? This short-and-sweet tour through Peru explores all the historical and cultural highlights of the region in record time, but we promise you’ll never feel rushed. The plush comfort of your city and Sacred Valley stays will steel you for Machu Picchu and the camping trek up the Inca Trail, and our full-service staff in Cuzco guarantee your dream adventure goes off without the slightest hitch. The ancients approve.

The Best of Brazil (SZBB)

South America Brazil

Highlights: Exploring the remote and chilled out island of Ilha Grande on foot, cruising on a schooner to pristine islands and beaches while sipping a caipirinha, ...

9 days
Trip Style:
Classic
Service Level:
Comfort
Physical Grading:
1

From the heat of Rio’s nightlife to the chilled out atmosphere of Ilha Grande, discover the treasures of Brazil on this comfortable week-long adventure. You’ll wander the colonial streets of Paraty—it’s a UNESCO heritage site and quite possibly the prettiest spot on the planet—and savour seafood and life without cars on Ilha Grande island. Stand in awe of awesome Iguassu Falls deep in the interior then marvel at it from Argentina’s side. You have two days to explore this region. Brazil awaits—let’s make the most of it.

Inland & Amazon (EIA)

South America Amazon, Ecuador

Highlights: Wandering Quito and colonial cities, soaking in Andean hot springs, feeling like a local on a Quichua homestay, searching for wildlife in the Amazon and ...

16 days
Trip Style:
Classic
Service Level:
Standard
Physical Grading:
3

From the heights of the Andes to the heat of the Amazon rainforest, experience an incredible land of contrasts on this 16-day journey through Ecuador. Explore the jungle by canoe and stay with a local Quichua family for an extraordinary cultural experience you'll never forget. Scour the market at Otavalo for special treasures and cure what ails you in a mountain hot spring. With its unique variety of accommodation and insight into rural life in the jungle, this is more than just a tour—it's a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

Absolute Peru (PHPT)

South America Amazon, Inca Trail, Machu Picchu, Peru

Highlights: Trekking the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, searching for wildlife in the Amazon, spotting condors at Colca Canyon, experiencing local life at a homestay on ...

21 days
Trip Style:
Classic
Service Level:
Standard
Physical Grading:
4

Scan the canopy for wildlife from the comfort of our intimate and exclusive 'G Tambopata Ecolodge’, contemplate mountain vistas or take an optional flight over the Nazca Lines—this epic journey explores the geography, culture and history of Peru, offering you the perfect blend of guided excursions and free time. Hike the Inca Trail, which rewards those willing to break a sweat with stunning vistas of ruins, mountainscapes and cloud forest. And because we run our own treks, we can ensure the fair treatment of our porters and the quality of food, service and equipment.

Peru Panorama (PPP)

South America Amazon, Inca Trail, Machu Picchu, Peru

Highlights: Meeting the locals at a Lake Titicaca homestay, climbing the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, spotting wildlife in the Amazon jungle, devouring seafood in Lima.

Trip Style:
Classic
Service Level:
Standard
Physical Grading:
4

Spot macaws in the jungle and caimans on the riverbanks, sail the waters of Lake Titicaca, delight in the smells of markets and explore ancient ruins—including a trek along the Inca Trail. As we operate our own treks, our quality equipment and the expertise of our porters and CEOs will ensure that your first glimpse of Machu Picchu will leave you in awe. Whether you’re scanning the canopy for wildlife from the comfort of our intimate and exclusive 'G Lodge Amazon’ or following in the footsteps of the Incas, this fast-paced adventure provides a sweeping view of this diverse country.

Quest Of The Gods (PQG)

South America Amazon, Inca Trail, Machu Picchu, Peru

Highlights: Spotting wildlife in the Amazon, trekking the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, seeing traditional life on Lake Titicaca, sampling seafood in Lima.

14 days
Trip Style:
Classic
Service Level:
Comfort
Physical Grading:
4

Whether you’re scanning the canopy for wildlife from the comfort of our intimate and exclusive 'G Lodge Amazon’ or trekking the Inca Trail, this tour has it all—experience rich ecology and diverse culture from the depths of the Amazon to the heights of the Andes. One of the world’s best known hikes, this trek will reward those willing to break a sweat with a stunning combination of ruins, mountainscapes and cloud forests. As the region’s largest operator, we run our own treks, which ensures the fair treatment of our porters, quality food, service and equipment.

Trip Length Style Service Level Starting Price
Comfort Galapagos - 10 Day, g4, Southern Islands (EV10MA) 10 days Classic Comfort
Deluxe Galapagos - 7 Day, g6, East Islands (EV07QA) 7 days Classic Comfort
From $3099 USD
Save 25% on June 19, 2012
$2325 USD
Voyage Galapagos - 6 Day, g3, South Islands (EV06HB) 6 days Classic Standard
Galapagos Islands Cruise (SEV07QDA) 7 days Discovery Adventures Comfort
Trekking the Full Torres del Paine Circuit (SCPT) 12 days Active Standard
Peru Multisport (SPHK) 15 days Active Standard
South America Highlights (SPSA) 15 days Classic Comfort
Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu (SPSK) 8 days Active Standard
In Search Of Iguassu—Buenos Aires to Rio (JBR) 17 days yolo Basic
Amazon To The Andes (PAA) 12 days Classic Standard
Inca Discovery (PID) 8 days Active Standard
End Of The Earth (SAPE) 15 days Classic Standard
Voyage Galapagos - 7 Day, g3, Central Islands (EV07HB) 7 days Classic Standard
The Best of Patagonia (SABP) 11 days Classic Comfort
The Inca Experience (SPCP) 10 days Active Comfort
The Best of Brazil (SZBB) 9 days Classic Comfort
Inland & Amazon (EIA) 16 days Classic Standard
Absolute Peru (PHPT) 21 days Classic Standard
Peru Panorama (PPP) 15 days Classic Standard
From $2849 USD
Save 25% on July 13, 2012
$2137 USD
Quest Of The Gods (PQG) 14 days Classic Comfort

Galapagos Islands Cruise (SEV07QDA)

7 days |

Peru Multisport (SPHK)

15 days |

South America Highlights (SPSA)

15 days |

Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu (SPSK)

8 days |

Amazon To The Andes (PAA)

12 days |

Inca Discovery (PID)

8 days |

End Of The Earth (SAPE)

15 days |

The Best of Patagonia (SABP)

11 days |

The Inca Experience (SPCP)

10 days |

The Best of Brazil (SZBB)

9 days |

Inland & Amazon (EIA)

16 days |

Absolute Peru (PHPT)

21 days |