South America Tours & Trips
Discover the best of South America on our selection of group tours, expedition cruises & private trips to the continent of Machu Picchu & the Amazon
South America is a continent of tremendous contrast, with lush jungles and arid deserts, snow-capped peaks and sun-kissed beaches, glimmering salt flats and expansive glaciers. In addition to its stunning landscapes, South America also offers an abundance of wildlife, the fascinating local cultures of the indigenous peoples and lots of outdoor adventure too.Marvel at Machu Picchu - lost city of the Incas, come face to face with the wildlife of the Amazon, visit the spectacular Iguazu Falls, celebrate carnival time in Rio, experience the hospitality of the native peoples of Lake Titicaca, enjoy a 4 wheel drive through the surreal landscape of the Uyuni salt lakes, go on a cruise of the wildlife-rich Galapagos Islands, or tango in Buenos Aires. It's going to be hard deciding which to do first!
South America by country
South America Group Tours
From the southern tip of Chile to the northern jungles of Colombia, our South America tours take in the best of this diverse continent. Our Signature Peru & Bolivia trips stay in well-located 4-star hotels, are fully escorted, and have a maximum group size of just 16. And our Handpicked trips to other countries on the continent are packed with inclusions, and have a maximum group size of 20.
South America Private Tours
If group touring isn't your thing, then our selection of private trips in Colombia, Peru, Bolivia, Argentina, Chile, Brazil and elsewhere are a great option. Enjoy all the perks of a group tour, including guided sightseeing, transportation and accommodation, but travel with just your friends or family.
South America Expedition Cruises
For a bucket list adventure, why not take an expedition cruise to Antarctica, the wild and windswept seventh continent? Become one of just a handful of people to have set foot on the Antarctic Peninsula, explore the Falklands and visit South Georgia, home to more penguins than people. Travelling on a well equipped expedition ship with a trained crew, you'll be in the best hands for a memorable adventure.
Galapagos Islands Cruises
The Galapagos Islands are a unique destination, a series of volcanic islands where the flora and fauna has evolved in isolation for millions of years. From marine iguanas to giant tortoises, there are species here found nowhere on Earth. 97% of the Galapagos is protected for nature, and it's a dream destination for anyone interested in the natural world. Our island-hopping cruises take in the best of the archipelago, staying aboard a comfortable catamaran.
South America Travel Guide
Our handy South America Travel Guide will help you prepare for your trip to the region. It's packed with useful articles about where and when to go, top tips, visa information and more!
Best Places to Visit
The top attractions in South America from wildlife-rich islands to Inca citadels
Best Time to Visit
Plan when to go to South America with our guide on seasons and weather
South American Visas
Tourist visa requirements for travel to South America including Peru, Chile and more
Visiting Machu Picchu
The best ruins, when best to visit, recommended places to stay and more
Traveller Reviews
See what our travellers say about our tours to South America and why they like them
Multi-Country Tours
Available touring combinations in South America for cross-country adventures
Visiting the Amazon Rainforest
A guide comparing visiting the Amazon rainforest in Brazil, Peru and Ecuador
Our Signature group tours place local interaction and authenticity at the heart of your travel experience.
For our Signature range, we maximize your days with excitement and then bring you home to specially selected accommodation with extra character, convenience and comfort, whether that's a five-star river boat on the Nile or a traditional Japanese Ryokan. Accommodation in this range features comfortable western standards, air-conditioning, WiFi and, where appropriate, a swimming pool.
On a Signature holiday, you’ll be escorted throughout your trip by our qualified English-speaking local guides who’ll show you all the must-see attractions and even the lesser-known sights.
To further add to that special touch, the group sizes in our Signature range are mid-sized: small enough to be intimate, but large enough that you can bond with new friends over common interests.On our Handpicked range we bring you the most iconic experiences in destinations where you’ll join travellers from other travel brands on your tour, safari or sailing holiday. Collaborating with our carefully handpicked portfolio of local partners, these holidays represent exceptional value and there’ll be plenty of cultural experiences shared with other like-minded travellers.
Group sizes and accommodation standards vary by destination where typical group size is 28 travellers and hotels, boats and safari lodges are of a 3-4 star standard.
On our Private trips, we give you the flexibility and choice to do things just the way you want, all alongside the great service we’re famous for.
Whether you’re travelling solo, with a partner, family, extended family or as group of friends, you can choose from our range of curated private itineraries, and pick the standard of accommodation to suit your style and budget. Our Private trips are designed for your needs and you don't have to join other travellers like you would on a group tour.
Our Active range brings you thrilling trekking holidays to some of the world's most popular destinations. Whether it’s trekking to the Lost City of Petra in Jordan or climbing Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania, you’ll get to explore more of your chosen destination than just the standard highlights. You'll need a good level of fitness and an intrepid spirit for all of our private and group tour treks.
While trekking, the accommodation you’ll be staying in reflects the off-the-beaten track nature of these trips with simple tea houses, wild & fixed camping, homestays, and local guest houses.