12-Day South America Tours - Unique 12-Day tours to South America

Accommodations

BudgetSimple stays with essential amenities. Typically guesthouses, hostels or hotels rated below 3 stars — clean, no-frills, and great for value-conscious travelers.
Mid-rangeComfortable and reliable 3-star stays. Expect private rooms, en-suite bathrooms, and solid amenities — a great balance between comfort and cost.
PremiumUpscale 4-5 star hotels and lodges. Enjoy high-end service, refined comfort, and premium locations — ideal for travelers seeking extra indulgence.

Deserts, Jungle and Wine - 12 days

(14 reviews )

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The team really put together a great itinerary that takes you to meet the natural beauty of Argentina. Our adventure through the Humahuaca Gorge was an absolute highlight. The stunning landscapes and vibrant colors of the mountains left me in awe. The serenity of the Andes, the crystal-clear mountain lakes, and the rugged terrain all combined to create a truly remarkable experience. The Tango show and dinner experience was truly the cherry on top of our time in Buenos Aires. It was an emotional journey into the heart and soul of Argentina, a performance that left us spellbound and filled with appreciation for the country's culture. I can't thank enough the team for the memories I've made.

Natural landmarks sightseeing

Tour Type

Private Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Resort

Age Range

5-79 yrs

Operated in

english, spanish

Destinations

Buenos Aires, Mendoza, Salta, Pu

Buenos Aires, Mendoza, Salta, Purmamarca, Calchaquies Valley, Humahuaca, Calchaqui Valley

Duration12 days

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Deserts, Jungle and Falls - 12 days

4.8

(12 reviews )

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I would definitely recommend taking the Jungle boat ride. If you don't like getting wet, then forget about it, because you will get trenched! They give each person a bag to keep your personal items dry, such as your cell phone & other valuables. In this regard, the bag is even big enough for some clothing, so you could wear a bathing suit & place the rest of your clothing inside the bag or bring a change of clothes. You could always wear a very lightweight rain coat, but you'll probably still get wet, just not as trenched. Personally, I found getting soaked was quite refreshing & even enhanced the experience. When i arrives to Iguazu the tour was fully booked, but thanks to Say Hueque they found a place for me before I left Iguazu. They have a great service, I highly recommend traveling with them.

Cultural, religious and historic sites

Tour Type

Private Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

5-79 yrs

Operated in

english, spanish

Destinations

Buenos Aires, Iguazu Falls, Salt

Buenos Aires, Iguazu Falls, Salta, Purmamarca, Calchaqui Valley

Duration12 days

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Tango, Wine & Blue water dreams - 12 days

(13 reviews )

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Nearly all of the guides were wonderful. I don’t remember the name of the guide who took us to El Chaltén but we appreciated that he took us seriously as trekkers and suggested a slightly longer trek with beautiful views. We thoroughly enjoyed that trek! And we also were very happy with our guide in Tiera del Fuego. She was very lively, knowledgeable and provided us with a couple of wonderful hike and a delicious lunch. We loved all she knew about the birds, trees and geology on the area."

City sightseeing

Tour Type

Private Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Resort

Age Range

1-79 yrs

Operated in

english, spanish

Destinations

Buenos Aires, Iguazu Falls, Mend

Buenos Aires, Iguazu Falls, Mendoza, Patagonia, San Carlos de Bariloche

Duration12 days

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Naturally Costa Rica - 12 days

4.7

(12 reviews )

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We loved the La Paz Waterfall Gardens and Sarapiqui River tour! La Paz is beyond beautiful with orchids, hummingbirds, frogs, toucans, scarlet macaws, parrots, coatis, sloths, ocelots, margays, and a jaguar. The gardens and waterfalls are exquisite. A wonderful buffet lunch was included. Our trip down the Sarapiqui River in a covered boat was so much fun! We saw two caimans, iguanas, Anhingas, swallows, butterflies, and five troops of Mantled Howler monkeys. Oscar and Armando, our guide and driver were so kind and taught us so much. We stopped at a lovely coffee finca to see the beans ripening, a sopa (local restaurant) in the mountains to take in spectacular waterfall and hummingbird views, we watched whitewater rafters, and sampled fresh pineapple at a farmstand. Oscar and Armando treated us like family and made our first day in Costa Rica amazing!

National parksRaftingVolcanoes

Tour Type

Private Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Lodge, Eco Lodge, Resort

Age Range

8-79 yrs

Operated in

english, spanish

Destinations

San Jose, Tortuguero National Pa

San Jose, Tortuguero National Park, Arenal Volcano, Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, Orosi, La Fortuna, Cahuita National Park

Duration12 days

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Patagonia Classic Trek - 12 days

(3 reviews )

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Dear Christian, I'll like to thank you for the Patagonia hikes. It is most scenic area of all the hikes that I have done before. Izabela and Vera are the best guides we had. They are the best team together. I enjoyed the trip very much. I plan to go back there with my family and other friends in the future.

Trekking and HikingGlaciers

Tour Type

Private Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Tent, Hut, Sleeping Hut, Guest House

Age Range

18-79 yrs

Operated in

english, spanish

Destinations

El Calafate, Torres del Paine Na

El Calafate, Torres del Paine National Park, Puerto Natales, Patagonia, Patagonia, Perito Moreno Glacier, W Trek, El Chalten, Camp Los Cuernos, French Valley, Glacier Grey, Camp Agostini, Rio Blanco Valley

Duration12 days

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Argentina Nature Wonders - 12 days

4.5

(6 reviews )

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Top notch service from this company which I chose for our Argentina trip because they're based in Buenos Aires and have a focus on South America. Clara Gonzalez crafted an experience perfectly in line with our request and did so quickly and accurately. Antonella Pascarelli provided us with the expert support we needed before and during the trip. She informed us of needed documentation, answered detailed questions about hotels and restaurants, handled all hotel stays accurately and made dinner reservations at our choice of restaurants. Land transfers were crucial to our moving about the country and the app included necessary information about that. The guides (Diana in Buenos Aires; Shoam in El Chalten) were both well informed, efficient and personable. I'm glad Antonella knew which companies with whom to work. When we were in country, I received daily emails from Antonella checking in on how things were going and making sure we were on track with the next phase of the trip. I would like to return to South America and I will most certainly try to work with with them.

City sightseeing

Tour Type

Private Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Tent

Age Range

5-79 yrs

Operated in

english, spanish

Destinations

Buenos Aires, Patagonia, Perito

Buenos Aires, Patagonia, Perito Moreno Glacier, Iguazu Falls, Ushuaia, Beagle Channel Cruise, El Calafate

Duration12 days

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Rio de Janeiro, Iguassu Falls and Amazon Rainforest - 12 days

(1 review )

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Initially, I was reluctant to visit Iguazu as I thought its just another waterfall, but when I saw the beauty of this waterfall I was speechless. You have to visit this place to experience the beauty and enormity. The Macuco safari & boat trip to under the waterfall I am not going to forget ever. Since I was unable to visit the Argentina side of the waterfall, I was able to spend the day at the Itaipu Dam and also the 3 fronteiras (borders). What a memorable trip.

ExplorerSightseeing ToursBeach

Tour Type

Private Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Lodge, Eco Lodge

Age Range

1-99 yrs

Operated in

english, portuguese, spanish

Destinations

Rio de Janeiro, Foz Do Iguacu, A

Rio de Janeiro, Foz Do Iguacu, Amazon Brazil, Manaus, Amazon Lodge, Iguazu Falls

Duration12 days

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Best of Patagonia in - 12 days

(1 review )

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I did a very similar trip to this in March of this year and everything was just perfect. The company works with small and nice centric hotels which were just a great selection. The staff at each destination was very helpful and kind. Bariloche and Ushuaia were my favourite places in Argentina.

GlaciersNational parksExplorer

Tour Type

Independent Tour

Age Range

1-79 yrs

Operated in

english, spanish

Destinations

Buenos Aires, El Calafate, Ushua

Buenos Aires, El Calafate, Ushuaia, San Carlos de Bariloche, Perito Moreno Glacier, Villa Llao Llao, Tierra Del Fuego National Park

Duration12 days

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Real Bolivia & Argentina - 12 days

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Break away from the usual tourist routes with "Real Bolivia & Argentina," a 12-day adventure that traverses some of South America’s most dramatic landscapes. Starting in La Paz and ending in Buenos Aires, this small group tour is perfect for young adults who want to see another side of the continent. Explore the mystical Witches' Market in the Altiplano, marvel at the vast Salar de Uyuni salt flats, and journey through the Atacama Desert’s volcanic and flamingo-filled wonders. Dip into San Pedro de Atacama before finishing in the lively streets of Buenos Aires, sampling market snacks and celebrating with new friends. USP: The chance to witness some of the planet’s most surreal landscapes, paired with authentic local experiences and expert guidance. For those with a taste for the extraordinary, this trip delivers unforgettable adventure.

Adventure

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

18-35 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Buenos Aires, La Paz, Uyuni, Sal

Buenos Aires, La Paz, Uyuni, Salar De Uyuni, San Pedro De Atacama, Salta

Duration12 days

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Santiago to Buenos Aires: Volcanos, Valleys & the Lake District - 12 days

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Pack your bags and get ready to bounce through South America on this 12-day ride full of wild nature, epic nights, and laid-back lake vibes. Start in Santiago and hop an overnight bus to Pucón, where volcanoes, hot springs, and endless adventure await. Cruise through Chile’s dreamy Lake District with a chill stop in Puerto Varas, then cross into Argentina to explore the outdoorsy paradise of Bariloche. Hike, bike, or just soak it all in — your pace, your way. Wrap things up in buzzing Buenos Aires with tango, steak, and one last big night out. This is South America in full colour, and you’re living it large.

Explorer

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hostel, Hotel

Age Range

18-39 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Buenos Aires, Santiago, Pucon, P

Buenos Aires, Santiago, Pucon, Puerto Varas, San Carlos de Bariloche

Duration12 days

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South America 12-Day Tours and Trips

The Best 12-day Trips in South America with 62 Reviews

The Best 12-day Trips in South America with 62 Reviews

Deserts, Jungle and Wine - 12 days

Deserts, Jungle and Falls - 12 days

Tango, Wine & Blue water dreams - 12 days

Naturally Costa Rica - 12 days

Patagonia Classic Trek - 12 days

Argentina Nature Wonders - 12 days

Rio de Janeiro, Iguassu Falls and Amazon Rainforest - 12 days

Best of Patagonia in - 12 days

Real Bolivia & Argentina - 12 days

Santiago to Buenos Aires: Volcanos, Valleys & the Lake District - 12 days

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South America 12-Day Tours and Trips

The Best 12-day Trips in South America with 62 Reviews

The Best 12-day Trips in South America with 62 Reviews