72 Trips Found

South America Tours

South America Tours

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

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.

Northern Peru Adventure (TSPNPN)

South America Peru

This week-long independent journey trip through fascinating and under-explored Northern Peru is ideal for the solo traveller eager to get away from it all. Beginning in Lima, you’ll travel north to uncover the lush and mysterious Chachapoyas region, home to the Gocta Cataracts—the world’s third-highest waterfall—and Karajia and Kuelap, two of the area’s pre-Inca archaeological sites. There are so many ruins here that many remain unexcavated even today.

Highlights: Unlocking the mysteries of Karajía archaeological site and the remains of the Cloud People, witnessing the recently discovered third-highest waterfall in the word, exploring the mountaintop fortress of Kuelap.

6 days
From $1349 USD
Trip Style:
Classic
Trip Type:
Independent Travel
Service Level:
Standard
Physical Grading:
2

Nazca Lines (TSPNLN)

South America Peru

Discover the Nazca Lines, one of the world's great enigmas. The Nazca Lines, 1,000 year-old figures etched into the desert floor, are visible in their entirety from the air. Travel to the plains near Nazca, board the included flight and marvel at the ever-changing desert landscape. You'll witness incredible stylized figures, including a monkey and a hummingbird. Other activities include visiting a pottery workshop and a cemetery containing ancient mummies.

Highlights: Viewing the incredible Nazca Lines from the air, visiting the city of Nazca and the Chauchilla cemetery.

3 days
From $549 USD
Trip Style:
Classic
Trip Type:
Independent Travel
Service Level:
Standard
Physical Grading:
2

MyStyle Lima 3-Day (TSPMM3C)

South America Peru

Do the City of Kings your way! Choose from various MyStyle optional activities and create a Lima itinerary that's perfect for you. There's something for everyone, from a city tour, to ancient ruins, to some of the best museums in the country. Not your style? How about surf lessons? Or a night of Latin music and dancing? See how Latinos play "futbol" (soccer) at a local match, take a local shopping trip, or hop in a speedboat to a nearby island filled with birds and sea lions. Trust us, you’ll never run out of choices.

Highlights: Exploring the vibrant city of Lima your way.

3 days
From $309 USD
Trip Style:
G-Plus
Trip Type:
Independent Travel
Service Level:
Comfort
Physical Grading:
1

MyStyle Lima 3-Day (TSPMM3N)

South America Peru

Do the City of Kings your way! Choose from various MyStyle optional activities and create a Lima itinerary that's perfect for you. There's something for everyone, from a city tour, to ancient ruins, to some of the best museums in the country. Not your style? How about surf lessons? Or a night of Latin music and dancing? See how Latinos play "futbol" (soccer) at a local match, take a local shopping trip, or hop in a speedboat to a nearby island filled with birds and sea lions. Trust us, you’ll never run out of choices.

Highlights: Lima

3 days
From $279 USD
Trip Style:
Classic
Trip Type:
Independent Travel
Service Level:
Standard
Physical Grading:
1

MyStyle Lima 4-Day (TSPMM4C)

South America Peru

Do the City of Kings your way! Choose from various MyStyle optional activities and create a Lima itinerary that's perfect for you. There's something for everyone, from a city tour, to ancient ruins, to some of the best museums in the country. Not your style? How about surf lessons? Or a night of Latin music and dancing? See how Latinos play "futbol" (soccer) at a local match, take a local shopping trip, or hop in a speedboat to a nearby island filled with birds and sea lions. Trust us, you’ll never run out of choices.

Highlights: Lima

4 days
From $519 USD
Trip Style:
G-Plus
Trip Type:
Independent Travel
Service Level:
Comfort
Physical Grading:
1

MyStyle Lima 4-Day (TSPMM4N)

South America Peru

Do the City of Kings your way! Choose from various MyStyle optional activities and create a Lima itinerary that's perfect for you. There's something for everyone, from a city tour, to ancient ruins, to some of the best museums in the country. Not your style? How about surf lessons? Or a night of Latin music and dancing? See how Latinos play "futbol" (soccer) at a local match, take a local shopping trip, or hop in a speedboat to a nearby island filled with birds and sea lions. Trust us, you’ll never run out of choices.

Highlights: Lima

4 days
From $479 USD
Trip Style:
Classic
Trip Type:
Independent Travel
Service Level:
Standard
Physical Grading:
1

MyStyle Cuzco 3-Day- Standard (TSPCM3N)

South America Peru

See the oldest continuously inhabited city in the Americas your way! Choose from various MyStyle optional activities and create a Cuzco itinerary that's perfect for you. Choices in this fascinating city are almost endless. Looking for history? Take a tour of the city or Sacred Valley. Want to get active? Try white water rafting, rock climbing, cycling or horseback riding. Feel like going local? Take Spanish lessons or visit a Planeterra community service project. No matter what you choose, there’s no place quite like Cuzco.

Highlights: Cuzco

3 days
From $199 USD
Trip Style:
Classic
Trip Type:
Independent Travel
Service Level:
Standard
Physical Grading:
1

MyStyle Cuzco 3-Day- Comfort (TSPCM3C)

South America Peru

See the oldest continuously inhabited city in the Americas your way! Choose from various MyStyle optional activities and create a Cuzco itinerary that's perfect for you. Choices in this fascinating city are almost endless. Looking for history? Take a tour of the city or Sacred Valley.Want to get active? Try white water rafting, rock climbing, cycling or horseback riding. Feel like going local? Take Spanish lessons or visit a Planeterra community service project. No matter what you choose, there’s no place quite like Cuzco.

Highlights: Exploring the Incan city of Cuzco your way.

3 days
From $229 USD
Trip Style:
G-Plus
Trip Type:
Independent Travel
Service Level:
Comfort
Physical Grading:
1

MyStyle Cuzco 4-Day- Comfort (TSPCM4C)

South America Peru

See the oldest continuously inhabited city in the Americas your way! Choose from various MyStyle optional activities and create a Cuzco itinerary that's perfect for you. Choices in this fascinating city are almost endless. Looking for history? Take a tour of the city or Sacred Valley. Want to get active? Try white water rafting, rock climbing, cycling or horseback riding. Feel like going local? Take Spanish lessons or visit a Planeterra community service project. No matter what you choose, there’s no place quite like Cuzco.

Highlights: Cuzco

4 days
From $379 USD
Trip Style:
G-Plus
Trip Type:
Independent Travel
Service Level:
Comfort
Physical Grading:
1

MyStyle Cuzco 4-Day (TSPCM4N)

South America Peru

See the oldest continuously inhabited city in the Americas your way! Choose from various MyStyle optional activities and create a Cuzco itinerary that's perfect for you. Choices in this fascinating city are almost endless. Looking for history? Take a tour of the city or Sacred Valley. Want to get active? Try white water rafting, rock climbing, cycling or horseback riding. Feel like going local? Take Spanish lessons or visit a Planeterra community service project. No matter what you choose, there’s no place quite like Cuzco.

Highlights: Cuzco

4 days
From $319 USD
Trip Style:
Classic
Trip Type:
Independent Travel
Service Level:
Standard
Physical Grading:
1

MyGuide Lima (TSPMGL)

South America Peru

There for you. There is no better way to explore a destination than with your own guide. MyGuide is perfect for those looking for the knowledge and security offered by one of our CEOs (Chief Experience Officers). Build your own itinerary based on your interests and according to your own schedule. You can enjoy services of one of our CEOs up to a maximum of eight hours.

Highlights: Exploring the diverse neighbourhoods of Lima with a local expert guide.

1 days
From $89 USD
Trip Style:
Classic
Trip Type:
Independent Travel
Physical Grading:
1

MyGuide Cuzco (TSPMGC)

South America Peru

There for you. There is no better way to explore a destination than with your own guide. MyGuide is perfect for those looking for the knowledge and security offered by one of our CEOs (Chief Experience Officers). Build your own itinerary based on your interests and according to your own schedule. You can enjoy services of one of our CEOs up to a maximum of eight hours.

Highlights: Exploring the the UNESCO world heritage site of Cuzco with an expert local guide.

1 days
From $119 USD
Trip Style:
Classic
Trip Type:
Independent Travel
Physical Grading:
1

Machu Picchu By Train (TSPMTC)

South America Machu Picchu, Peru

This comfortable and compact adventure serves up Machu Picchu, one of the world's true treasures, in style. In colonial Cuzco, once the epicentre of the Inca Empire, you'll spend a day exploring its Spanish, indigenous and natural highlights. You'll ride the rails through the spectacular Urubamba Valley to Machu Picchu, perched on a mountain ridge. Then, let your local guide explain the site. You're free to explore this Incan masterpiece before catching your train back to Cuzco.

Highlights: Discovery Machu Picchu, Wandering the historic streets of Cuzco

4 days
From $849 USD
Trip Style:
G-Plus
Trip Type:
Independent Travel
Service Level:
Comfort
Physical Grading:
2

Machu Picchu By Train (TSPMTN)

South America Machu Picchu, Peru

Magnificent Machu Picchu should be on every traveller's lifetime must-see list. In colonial Cuzco, once the epicentre of the Inca Empire, you'll spend a day exploring its Spanish, indigenous and natural highlights. You'll ride the rails through the spectacular Urubamba Valley to Machu Picchu, perched dramatically on a mountain ridge. Then, let your local guide explain the site. You're free to explore this Incan masterpiece before catching your train back to Cuzco.

Highlights: Exploring colonial Cuzco, travelling by rail to ancient Machu Picchu.

4 days
From $619 USD
Trip Style:
Classic
Trip Type:
Independent Travel
Service Level:
Standard
Physical Grading:
2

Machu Picchu Adventure (SPMP)

South America Machu Picchu, Peru

Get acquainted with the wonders of the Incas in this exhilarating introduction to Peru. Embrace cultures past and present in the hills surrounding Cuzco and delight in the amazing views of the Sacred Valley as you travel by rail to Machu Picchu. Taking the train will allow you lots of time to explore ruins, museums and markets. With years of experience, we employ the best local guides, so that you’re free to enjoy the beauty of the region.

Highlights: Exploring ruins and bargaining at local markets in the Sacred Valley, taking in the views from the train to Machu Picchu, learning about the history of the Incas

8 days
From $1249 USD
Trip Style:
Classic
Trip Type:
Small Group
Service Level:
Standard
Physical Grading:
3

Lima to Rio Adventure (SPMR)

South America Brazil, Peru, Uruguay, Inca Trail, Chile, Argentina, Bolivia, Machu Picchu

If you have the time and can’t decide between Peru and Brazil, then see them both—and pretty much everything in between—on this 51-day extravaganza. Trek the legendary Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, cross the Bolivian Salt Flats, sip wine in Argentina and hit the beach in Brazil. You’ll get plenty of energetic cultures, the great outdoors, and the company of other young travellers to keep you moving. There’s time later to slow down, take the long road and have an adventure while you can.

Highlights: Spotting condors at Colca Canyon, conquering the Inca Trail on the way to Machu Picchu, experiencing traditional life on Lake Titicaca, crossing the Uyuni Salt Flats and surrounding desert altiplano on a 4x4, being awed by Iguassu Falls.

51 days
From $5499 USD
Trip Style:
Yolo
Trip Type:
Small Group
Service Level:
Basic
Physical Grading:
4

Lima to Buenos Aires Adventure (SPMB)

South America Peru, Inca Trail, Chile, Argentina, Bolivia, Machu Picchu

South America rewards those willing to explore. Consider this epic adventure: beginning in Lima and ending in Buenos Aires, it's 35-full days of fun. You'll hike the Inca Trail, cross the Salt Flats of Bolivia by 4x4, and feel like a sophisticate sipping wine in Argentina. Along the way, you'll engage with local cultures with a small group of other young travellers to back you up. For those willing to invest their time, this trip offers big returns—in adventure.

Highlights: Spotting condors at Colca Canyon, conquering the Inca Trail on the way to Machu Picchu, experiencing traditional life on Lake Titicaca, crossing the Salar de Uyuni on a 4x4 excursion

35 days
From $3749 USD
Trip Style:
Yolo
Trip Type:
Small Group
Service Level:
Basic
Physical Grading:
4

Lima Fly & Stay (TSPFFN)

South America Peru

Add a night in Lima and a flight to Cuzco to complement your ongoing adventures in the Cuzco area. A perfect add-on to our 'The Inca Trail' tour (trip code SPIT), this provides peace of mind with those extra details organized for you and leaves more time for enjoying all that Peru has to offer.

Highlights: Sampling seafood in Lima, having your logistics organized before a trip starting in Cuzco.

2 days
From $299 USD
Trip Style:
Classic
Trip Type:
Independent Travel
Service Level:
Standard
Physical Grading:
1

Lake Titicaca & Machu Picchu by Train (TSPTTC)

South America Machu Picchu, Peru

Spend eight days exploring the "land of the Incas" including Lima, Lake Titicaca, Cuzco and two unforgettable train journeys. Take a tour of the highest lake in the world and discover the unique city of Puno before hopping on the Andean Explorer train for the scenic journey into the Andes to Cuzco. Explore Cuzco and the Sacred Valley and continue on by rail to unrivaled, Machu Picchu, the Lost City of the Inca's. This tour gives you the very best of Peru by train.

Highlights: Witnessing traditional life on Lake Titicaca, exploring ruins and haggling at local markets in the Sacred Valley, taking in the views from the train to Machu Picchu.

8 days
From $2079 USD
Trip Style:
G-Plus
Trip Type:
Independent Travel
Service Level:
Comfort
Physical Grading:
2

Lake Titicaca Homestay (TSPLHN)

South America Peru

Get a unique perspective on local Peruvian life. Relax on the pristine waters of Lake Titicaca and immerse yourself in rural indigenous culture. Get a first-hand experience of the people who live life in ways we can hardly imagine on a homestay opportunity in a small village. Explore the village, get to know your hosts and peek through a window into a culture that is unique and fascinating.

Highlights: Immersing yourself in local culture at a Lake Titicaca Homestay, Exploring the reed islands of the Uros people, Enjoying stunning lake views by boat.

4 days
From $239 USD
Trip Style:
Classic
Trip Type:
Independent Travel
Service Level:
Standard
Physical Grading:
2
Trip Length Style Service Level Starting Price
Northern Peru Adventure (TSPNPN) 6 days Classic Standard
From $1349 USD
Nazca Lines (TSPNLN) 3 days Classic Standard
From $549 USD
MyStyle Lima 3-Day (TSPMM3C) 3 days G-Plus Comfort
From $309 USD
MyStyle Lima 3-Day (TSPMM3N) 3 days Classic Standard
From $279 USD
MyStyle Lima 4-Day (TSPMM4C) 4 days G-Plus Comfort
From $519 USD
MyStyle Lima 4-Day (TSPMM4N) 4 days Classic Standard
From $479 USD
MyStyle Cuzco 3-Day- Standard (TSPCM3N) 3 days Classic Standard
From $199 USD
MyStyle Cuzco 3-Day- Comfort (TSPCM3C) 3 days G-Plus Comfort
From $229 USD
MyStyle Cuzco 4-Day- Comfort (TSPCM4C) 4 days G-Plus Comfort
From $379 USD
MyStyle Cuzco 4-Day (TSPCM4N) 4 days Classic Standard
From $319 USD
MyGuide Lima (TSPMGL) 1 days Classic N/A
From $89 USD
MyGuide Cuzco (TSPMGC) 1 days Classic N/A
From $119 USD
Machu Picchu By Train (TSPMTC) 4 days G-Plus Comfort
From $849 USD
Machu Picchu By Train (TSPMTN) 4 days Classic Standard
From $619 USD
Machu Picchu Adventure (SPMP) 8 days Classic Standard
From $1249 USD
Lima to Rio Adventure (SPMR) 51 days Yolo Basic
From $5499 USD
Lima to Buenos Aires Adventure (SPMB) 35 days Yolo Basic
From $3749 USD
Lima Fly & Stay (TSPFFN) 2 days Classic Standard
From $299 USD
Lake Titicaca & Machu Picchu by Train (TSPTTC) 8 days G-Plus Comfort
From $2079 USD
Lake Titicaca Homestay (TSPLHN) 4 days Classic Standard
From $239 USD