South America Destinations
South America Tours and Vacation Packages 2026
South America tours represent one of the world’s most enriching and diverse travel experiences, offering a territory where nature’s majesty meets ancient cultures and limitless adventures. Can you imagine walking among the ruins of Machu Picchu, exploring the vastness of the Amazon rainforest, or swimming in the crystalline Pacific beaches? You can experience this in South America, a destination that captivates all types of travelers with its immense list of places to visit.
For nature lovers, South America is a true paradise. Each country of this immense continent offers unique ecosystems and amazing biodiversity, from the iconic Galapagos Islands in Ecuador, home to unique species worldwide, to the Chonos Route, a hidden treasure in Chilean Patagonia. To explore this region authentically, you should opt for guided South American tours or personalized packages. We have been helping travelers like you live memorable and, above all, safe experiences in South America for more than 10 years.
Top-Rated South America Tour Packages
Ultimate Machu Picchu & Galapagos with Amazon Rainforest
12
Days
USD
3546
p.p.
Machu Picchu and Galapagos Vacation – Explore Peru, Ecuador & the Amazon Experience the ultimate South American journey with this curated Machu Picchu and Galapagos tour, a…
Luxury Amazon Galapagos & Machu Picchu: 16-Day South America Journey
16
Days
USD
12990
p.p.
Combine the Amazon Galapagos & Machu Picchu Experience the most extraordinary South America luxury travel on this 16-day journey that seamlessly blends an Amazon luxury cruise, a…
Highly Rated 15-Day Argentina and Brazil Tour
15
Days
USD
5976
p.p.
Argentina and Brazil Luxury Adventure Experience the best of South America on this 15-day journey through Argentina, Uruguay, and Brazil. Begin in Buenos Aires, the city of…
Uyuni Salt Flats Tour from Atacama Desert – 5 Days
5
Days
USD
1890
p.p.
Highlights of the Uyuni Salt Flats Tour Uyuni Salt Flats Tour from Atacama Desert – 5 Days takes you from San Pedro de Atacama, the driest desert…
Best Easter Island Tour Package
5
Days
USD
2600
p.p.
Easter Island Tour from Santiago Easter Island, known locally as Rapa Nui, is one of the most remote and fascinating destinations on Earth. Famous for its mysterious…
Best Atacama Desert Tour – 3-Day Adventure from Santiago
3
Days
USD
1450
p.p.
Atacama Desert Trip: Explore Geysers, Valleys & Stars Embark on the best Atacama Desert tour and experience one of Chile’s most breathtaking landscapes in just three unforgettable…
Why Choose Our South America Tours
Discover the extraordinary list of South American destinations with Latin Adventures; we specialize in creating unforgettable South American tours and will show you the most impressive landscapes of each region, its cultures, and unique experiences amid wildlife
Your Perfect Trip, Custom Designed
Every traveler is unique, and so should your trip. Our experienced team of destination experts is passionate about working closely with you to design a completely personalized South American tour itinerary that adapts to your interests, pace, and budget. Whether you dream of trekking through Torres del Paine, navigating Brazil’s Amazon rainforest, or exploring the mystical Galápagos Islands, we create every adventure to exceed your expectations.
Where Comfort Meets Adventure
Visit South America in style in our carefully selected four and 5-star accommodations. From luxury eco-lodges in the Amazon to boutique hotels in colonial and vibrant cities, we partner with exceptional properties that enrich your journey while providing you with the comfort and service you deserve after a wonderful day exploring every corner of South America. We have standard class and comfort class hotels; you can choose based on your budget or requirement, always guaranteeing excellent quality, service, and privileged locations in each category.
Expert Local Guides
Discover all the secrets of South America with our team of expert guides, who bring destinations to life through their experience and passion. Their deep knowledge will provide you privileged access to hidden gems, share fascinating stories of ancestral cultures, and ensure you experience authentic local traditions that most tourists never get to know.
Small Group and Sustainable Travel
We firmly believe in responsible tourism to protect the incredible ecosystems and communities we visit. Our South American tours are based on small groups (typically 15 people or less), which makes your experience more intimate while minimizing environmental impact. Through sustainable practices and partnerships with local communities, we ensure that your trip contributes as positively as possible to the destinations you explore, so together, we are guardians of our planet.
Proven Track Record of Excellence
With more than 15 year of experience creating dream South American vacations, we have earned the trust of travelers from around the world. Our commitment to excellent service backs us up year after year, making us the number one choice for families and adventurers seeking nature, culture, gastronomy, and history throughout South America. Join the thousands of happy travelers who have discovered the magic of South America with Latin Adventures.
Top Things to Do in South America
South America offers experiences that go far beyond conventional tourism. Here, we present the best things to do in South America and each country that Latin Adventures offers for your next trip.
Best Places to Visit in South America
South America combines adventure, culture, nature, and history in a single travel experience. From millenary Inca ruins to active volcanoes, tropical forests, and glaciers, this continent offers the best South American destinations that satisfy all types of adventurous travelers. South America’s geographical diversity is simply amazing.
Our experts have selected the destinations we present below based on their experience designing exceptional trips. From the snow-capped peaks of the Andes to the Pacific and Atlantic coasts, each country offers unique experiences ranging from extreme adventures to deep cultural immersions. Our personalized itineraries or guided tours will allow you to discover world-renowned tourist places and those secret places only locals know.
Discover what makes each of these unmissable destinations special.
Argentina
Argentina is a country of contrasts, captivated by its natural diversity, cultural richness, and unforgettable experiences. From the vibrant energy of Buenos Aires to the remote landscapes of Patagonia, this region offers something unique for every traveler. We present the most outstanding places on Argentina tours.
Buenos Aires
Capital of tango, you can observe European architecture and taste world-class gastronomy.
Mendoza
is the heart of fine wines with exclusive tastings for you to enjoy and trekking in Aconcagua and Andean views.
IguazU Falls
One of the world’s most spectacular natural wonders, where up to 3 countries meet at these falls.
Bariloche
Capital of Patagonian adventure with crystalline lakes, skiing, and extreme sports.
Ushuaia
The city at the end of the world, the gateway to Antarctica, where you can observe penguins or sea lions.
Brazil
Brazil, one of the largest countries in South America, has an exuberant nature, with its cheerful people and vibrant and colorful cultures. Brazil offers unforgettable adventures for travelers who venture into this territory with Brazil tours, from its vast Amazon rainforest to paradisiacal beaches.
Rio de Janeiro
Here you will find another of the world’s seven wonders, Christ the Redeemer, and its famous beaches of Copacabana and Ipanema.
Amazon
Expeditions through the world’s largest tropical forest, flora and fauna sightings, and Indigenous communities that have preserved their traditions until now.
Salvador de Bahía
You will explore this colonial city, full of Afro-Brazilian culture and delicious traditional gastronomy.
Iguazu
You will observe the most impressive waterfalls from the Brazilian side, which have stunning panoramic views.
Lençóis Maranhenses
Brazil’s hidden paradise, you can visit large white dunes and turquoise lagoons in a surreal landscape.
Minas Gerais
Minas Gerais is a southeastern Brazilian state famous for its historical richness and mountainous landscapes. It is a perfect colonial city to explore its baroque architecture.
Peru
Cradle of the Inca Empire and land of ancestral mysteries. Peru awaits you with great challenges like trekking, visits to unique archaeological sites, and geographical diversity, which ranges from the Andes to the Amazon rainforest.
Cusco
Cusco is an archaeological capital with perfectly preserved Inca and colonial architecture. It was a place full of history and culture before the arrival of the Spanish conquest.
Machu Picchu
Machu Picchu is the world’s most famous Inca citadel and among the world’s seven wonders.
Nazca Lines
You can observe the mysterious giant geoglyphs visible from the air in Peru’s coastal desert.
Sacred Valley
In this place, you can explore Inca towns like Pisac and Ollantaytambo and Andean markets, which are full of color due to their various fruits and harvests.
Chile
A country that extends like a thin strip between the Pacific and the Andes, offering from the world’s most arid desert to millenary glaciers. Chile has everything you can imagine; extreme landscapes and unique adventures await you.
Atacama Desert
This is the driest place on Earth, with geysers, high-altitude lagoons, and unique starry skies at night.
Easter Island
In this place, you find a mysterious ancestral culture, along with the famous Moai statues and giant sculptures that catch the attention of anyone who steps on this island.
Chilean Patagonia
Home to the famous Torres del Paine, glaciers, and world-class trekking with unique landscapes.
Valparaíso
Valparaíso is a bohemian city with colorful architecture. You will be amazed to see such a vibrant city full of street art
Santiago de Chile
If you’re looking for a cosmopolitan city surrounded by mountains with nearby vineyards and vibrant urban life, you’ll love visiting Chile’s capital.
Colombia
It is the only South American country with coasts on two oceans, where natural diversity combines with extraordinary cultural richness. Colombia surprises with unique landscapes and adventures for all travelers with Colombia tours.
Cartagena de Indias
A walled colonial city, part of the World Heritage, with perfect architecture and captivating nightlife.
Medellín
Urban transformation, cable cars, and vibrant paisa culture, you can climb Piedra del Peñol with panoramic views
Tayrona
Tayrona is a national park with virgin beaches, tropical forests, and archaeological sites offering a deep visit and great cultural knowledge.
Colombian Amazon
Expeditions through Leticia with pink dolphins, macaws, and indigenous communities that will teach you their customs and traditions.
Bogotá
You will visit the Andean capital; they have gold museums, La Candelaria, and innovative gastronomy amid this metropolis.
Coffee Axis
Cultural Landscape through Colombia’s great coffee farms, colorful towns, and paisa culture.
Galápagos
The living laboratory of evolution, where Darwin developed his theory. This unique archipelago offers close encounters with endemic fauna that do not fear humans, creating wildlife experiences unparalleled on the planet; you will only find it in the Galápagos Islands with Galapagos tours.
Santa Cruz
Here, you will find the Charles Darwin Scientific Research Center, which has over 100-year-old tortoises, lava tunnels, and the famous Tortuga Bay beach.
Isabela
The most significant island with active volcanoes, equatorial penguins, and pink flamingos.
Expedition cruises
We recommend a cruise to explore all the Galápagos Islands; you will have specialized naturalist guides and visit remote places on the islands.
Snorkeling and diving
The Islands are known for their wonderful waters. You can swim alongside hammerhead sharks, manta rays, sea turtles, and countless colorful fish. A marine world awaits you.
Ecuador
It is a small country in size but giant in diversity. Ecuador has four unique worlds in its territory: the Pacific coast, the majestic Andes, the Amazon rainforest, and the legendary Galápagos Islands, with Ecuador tours.
Ecuadorian Amazon
You can venture into expeditions in Yasuní and Cuyabeno, which have the highest biodiversity per km² on the planet.
Avenue of the Volcanoes
An Andean route where you can see snow-capped volcanoes along a highway through the highlands, indigenous markets, and amazing landscapes.
Cotopaxi
It is a perfect active volcano, covered with ice. You can visit its National Park or, even better, climb Cotopaxi Volcano.
Quilotoa
A volcanic lagoon of great turquoise color inside an Andean crater, considered one of the most beautiful in the world and of volcanic origin.
South America Travel Guide
South America is a continent of epic adventures and fascinating cultures. Before embarking on your journey, it is essential that you know the practical aspects that will make your experience a safe and memorable adventure.
Entry Requirements and Visas
Most South American countries allow entry with a passport valid for at least six months. Citizens of the United States, Canada, and the European Union generally do not need a visa. However, you should consider some essential exceptions: Brazil requires a visa for US citizens, and for the Galápagos Islands, you must pay a mandatory transit control card of USD 200.
It is essential to always verify specific requirements with your corresponding embassy before traveling.
Languages
Spanish is the predominant language in most South American countries, facilitating communication during your trip. However, there are some important exceptions: Brazil speaks Portuguese, but in the main tourist areas, many operators and guides speak English, especially in hotels and tourism agencies.
Currencies
Each South American country handles its currency, although some, like Ecuador and Panama, have adopted the US dollar. The main currencies are the Peruvian sol in Peru, the Colombian peso in Colombia, the Chilean peso in Chile, the Argentine peso in Argentina, and the Brazilian real in Brazil. It is advisable to carry cash, as many rural areas still do not accept cards.
What to Pack for South America
Packing for South America requires strategic preparation due to the continent’s incredible climatic diversity and its different regions. You must be prepared for multiple weather conditions, often on the same trip.
Therefore, we have listed the most important things you should carry during your trip.