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Top South America Culture Tours & Packages In 2025/2026

Our 715 most popular South America Culture Tours & Packages trips. Compare tour itineraries from 114 tour companies. 1,014 reviews.

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Machu Picchu & Galapagos Wonders featuring a 4-Night Cruise - 2024
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Machu Picchu & Galapagos Wonders featuring a 4-Night Cruise - 2024

By Collette
premier
4.8/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Group Tour
Why we love them
With a history that spans back to 1918, they have unparalleled expertise in the guided tour industry and can cater to all types of travelers.
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Strenuous
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Aguas Calientes, Cusco, Galapagos Islands, Lima, Quito

Highlights

  • Master two of South America’s classics, ceviche and pisco sours, at an interactive cooking class.
  • Indulge in a farm-to-table meal in a local community.
  • Discover centuries-old Andean textile methods in the Peruvian Andes.
  • Wind through the Andes in a train to Machu Picchu.
  • Stand tall in the “Middle of the World” at the Equatorial Line Monument and Museum.
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Themes

Cultural

What travelers are saying

"This was a tremendous trip. Nice mix of New Zealand s spectacular scenery and cultural highlights. In Australia Cairns was interesting for culture and great barrier reef, which is unfortunetely getting bleached due to rising ocean temps.The Sydney Opera house was amazing. Our Auastralian guide was knowledgeable and very organized. Only complaint was that at 37 folks the trip was too large in our opinion."

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$9,716
14 days From$7,899
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Machu Picchu & Galapagos Wonders featuring a 4-Night Cruise - 2024
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Machu Picchu & Galapagos Wonders featuring a 4-Night Cruise - 2024

By Collette
premier
4.8/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Group Tour
Why we love them
With a history that spans back to 1918, they have unparalleled expertise in the guided tour industry and can cater to all types of travelers.
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Strenuous
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Aguas Calientes, Cusco, Galapagos Islands, Lima, Quito

Highlights

  • Master two of South America’s classics, ceviche and pisco sours, at an interactive cooking class.
  • Indulge in a farm-to-table meal in a local community.
  • Discover centuries-old Andean textile methods in the Peruvian Andes.
  • Wind through the Andes in a train to Machu Picchu.
  • Stand tall in the “Middle of the World” at the Equatorial Line Monument and Museum.
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Themes

Cultural

What travelers are saying

"This was a tremendous trip. Nice mix of New Zealand s spectacular scenery and cultural highlights. In Australia Cairns was interesting for culture and great barrier reef, which is unfortunetely getting bleached due to rising ocean temps.The Sydney Opera house was amazing. Our Auastralian guide was knowledgeable and very organized. Only complaint was that at 37 folks the trip was too large in our opinion."

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$9,716
14 days From$7,899
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Southern Rhythms: Uruguay, Argentina & Rio de Janeiro
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Southern Rhythms: Uruguay, Argentina & Rio de Janeiro

By Say Hueque
preferred
4.8/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
Expert and extensive knowledge of Argentina and the region surrounding it with specialists who have first-hand experience in the destination.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Experience the arts, local cuisine and historic neighborhoods of Montevideo.
  • Dive into the passionate tango scene and explore the historical landmarks of Buenos Aires.
  • Marvel at the breathtaking beauty of Iguazú Falls, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
  • Visit the iconic Christ the Redeemer statue in Rio de Janeiro.

Themes

Culinary & Wine, Cultural

What travelers are saying

"Just wanted to take this opportunity to thank you and your team for a fantastic holiday in Argentina! We loved the country and the people. The highlights for us was Iguazu Falls, the wine tour & the little hotel in Mendoza and the Glacier trekking. The Glacier was amazing!!! All flights were on time and your guides were always there to meet and great. Please pass on a special thank you to Carla who looked after us in BA and kept in touch all through our travels. Thanks again to Lujan, who did a fantastic job putting it all together and we will recommend you and your company to all our friends & family."

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$6,219
17 days From$4,607

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Buenos Aires, Uruguay & Asuncion Exploration
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Buenos Aires, Uruguay & Asuncion Exploration

By Say Hueque
preferred
4.8/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
Expert and extensive knowledge of Argentina and the region surrounding it with specialists who have first-hand experience in the destination.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Enjoy the authentic Uruguayan Tannat wines in Montevideo.
  • Explore the charming streets and historic landmarks of Colonia del Sacramento.
  • Discover the vibrant neighborhoods of Buenos Aires and the passion of Tango.
  • Immerse yourself in the Argentine traditions & the Gaucho culture.
  • Explore Asunción’s colonial architecture.

Themes

Culinary & Wine, Cultural

What travelers are saying

"Just wanted to take this opportunity to thank you and your team for a fantastic holiday in Argentina! We loved the country and the people. The highlights for us was Iguazu Falls, the wine tour & the little hotel in Mendoza and the Glacier trekking. The Glacier was amazing!!! All flights were on time and your guides were always there to meet and great. Please pass on a special thank you to Carla who looked after us in BA and kept in touch all through our travels. Thanks again to Lujan, who did a fantastic job putting it all together and we will recommend you and your company to all our friends & family."

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$4,281
12 days From$3,171

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Nature and Culture in Ecuador
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Nature and Culture in Ecuador

By Say Hueque
preferred
4.8/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
Expert and extensive knowledge of Argentina and the region surrounding it with specialists who have first-hand experience in the destination.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Experience the iconic giant tortoises in their natural habitat.
  • Swim alongside sea lions, colorful fish, and even penguins.
  • Trek to Sierra Negra, the world 's second-largest volcanic crater.
  • Discover the diverse wildlife including white-tipped reef sharks, sea lions, turtles, rays and penguins.

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"Just wanted to take this opportunity to thank you and your team for a fantastic holiday in Argentina! We loved the country and the people. The highlights for us was Iguazu Falls, the wine tour & the little hotel in Mendoza and the Glacier trekking. The Glacier was amazing!!! All flights were on time and your guides were always there to meet and great. Please pass on a special thank you to Carla who looked after us in BA and kept in touch all through our travels. Thanks again to Lujan, who did a fantastic job putting it all together and we will recommend you and your company to all our friends & family."

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$7,208
10 days From$5,339

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A Touch Of Brazil & Argentina
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A Touch Of Brazil & Argentina

By Sky Vacations
preferred
5/5 Excellent
21 reviews
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
Sky Vacations has the experience, know-how, and passion needed to craft custom trips around the world.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

  • City tour with private guide in Buenos Aires and Rio de Janeiro
  • Comprehensive sightseeing as outlined in the itinerary
  • Tango show in Buenos Aires
  • Entrance fees to museums and sites as outlined in the program
  • Explore the lively district of Palermo famous for its beautiful parks and artificial lakes
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Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"We booked a trip to Italy with Sky Vacations and could not have been happier with the results. We didn’t want to do the usual tourist visits because we had been to Italy before. They designed a trip that took us to Umbria and Marche and Lake Bracciano and it was great. We wanted to stay in luxury, smaller hotels, do cooking classes, wine tasting and some touring and every item was executed perfectly. We’re now booking Greece with them. A great company we highly recommend."

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8 days From$1,735
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Patagonia: Journey to the End of the World
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Patagonia: Journey to the End of the World

By Globus
none
4/5 Great
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
Despite being one of the most established names in the travel business, they continue to innovate and offer new top-notch experiences.
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Buenos Aires, El Calafate, Patagonia, Perito Moreno Glacier, Puerto Natales, Punta Arenas, Santiago, Ushuaia

Highlights

  • Santiago : Visit Santa Rita Winery with a wine-making experience; Santiago sightseeing with a Local Guide; visit La Vega Central Market and a local pub
  • Puerto natales : Visit Milódon Cave
  • Torres del paine national park: Stay inside the national park; Torres del Paine National Park sightseeing, view Lago Grey; see Los Cuernos, Salto Grande, Laguna Azul, Cascada Paine, and Laguna Inges; Organic cocktail demonstration
  • El calafate : Cruise Lago Argentino, see Upsala Glacier, and visit Estancia Cristina; visit Los Glaciares National Park and Perito Moreno Glacier
  • Ushuaia : Cruise the Beagle Channel to Martillo Island; visit Tierra del Fuego National Park
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Themes

Cultural, 50 Plus

What travelers are saying

"We were able to see many different areas of Portugal and enjoy the local fare."

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$7,760
13 days From$6,979
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South American Odyssey with Amazon & Peru
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South American Odyssey with Amazon & Peru

By Globus
none
4.7/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Group Tour
Why we love them
Despite being one of the most established names in the travel business, they continue to innovate and offer new top-notch experiences.
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Bariloche, Buenos Aires, Cusco, Lima, Machu Picchu, Manaus, Puerto Varas, Sacred Valley, Santiago

Highlights

  • Rio de janeiro : Cable-car ride up Sugar Loaf Mountain and Sugar Loaf cocktail party; sightseeing with a Local Guide; visit Corcovado Mountain and the cathedral; Churrascaria dinner
  • Iguassu falls : Sightseeing with a Local Guide on both the Brazilian and Argentinean sides of Iguassu National Park; Ecological Jungle Train
  • Buenos aires : Walking tour; visit the Metropolitan Cathedral and Recoleta Cemetery; empanada cooking class; Tango lesson & show; visit a local estancia
  • Bariloche: Sightseeing with a Local Guide; chairlift to Cerro Campanario; Andes lake crossing
  • Puerto montt : Sightseeing tour
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Themes

Cultural, 50 Plus, Around The World

What travelers are saying

"We were able to see many different areas of Portugal and enjoy the local fare."

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$10,146
26 days From$9,459
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Cheryl Schoessow

Apr 2025

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Highlights of Peru with Post Peruvian Amazon

This was a fantastic trip! We have taken multiple trips with Trafalgar and their attention to detail is impeccable! They take the stress out of the little details I ...

Tour:  Highlights of Peru (Amazon)

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PIOT

Sep 2015

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Everything went smoothly Itinary is great and

Everything went smoothly Itinary is great and accomodation was above expectations.

Tour:  Peruvian Pathways

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Jannine

Sep 2015

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1. The level of accommodation was more

1. The level of accommodation was more then we were expecting. 2. The highlights of the tour were what we were expecting them to be with probably some extra highlig...

Tour:  Peruvian Pathways

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Anonymous

Mar 2018

Provided byExodus Adventure Travels

As good as it gets

This trip surpassed my previous Exodus bike trips by a country mile. The scenery was truly outstanding, the cycling manageable while challenging and it was organi...

Tour:  Cycling the Lake District of Chile & Argentina

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Anonymous

Jan 2018

Provided byExodus Adventure Travels

A Memorable and Hugely Enjoyable Experience

If you enjoy your scenery,and a good variation in your cycling ( mix of road and off-road ) then this trip is for you. It is quite challenging in parts,but is well...

Tour:  Cycling the Lake District of Chile & Argentina

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