Browse through our expert-crafted South America 14-Day tours. Discover Buenos Aires, Lima, Cusco during the 14-Day and experience the best of South America today!
Embark on a South American escapade from Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro on this 14-day adventure. Soak up the might of Argentina before crossing to the charming city of Colonia del Sacramento, then explore the lively Mercado del Puerto in Montevideo. Spend two nights getting to know the locals on an estancia (farm) in Uruguay, either chipping in with the chores or relaxing in the sun, then marvel at the majesty of Iguazu Falls. Finishing off in the paradise of Ilha Grande and the buzz of Rio de Janeiro, you’ll experience the many sides of South America.
Adventure
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
18-35 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Buenos Aires, Rio de Janeiro, Pa
Buenos Aires, Rio de Janeiro, Paraty, Ilha Grande, Montevideo, Estancia, Iguazu Falls
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Sprawling over the southern tips of Argentina and Chile, Patagonia is an icon of adventure travel, a vast playground for hikers and nature lovers to experience the wild world on a grand scale. On this classic trip, we explore its most beautiful landscapes, from the majestic Torres del Paine National Park to the granite peaks of Mount Fitz Roy. Leading the way is an expert tour leader, who knows the routes inside-out and takes care of all the planning – allowing you to concentrate on the trails and fully enjoy the company of your new-found friends and awe-inspiring views.
Cultural, religious and historic sites
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
18-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Buenos Aires, Torres Del Paine
Buenos Aires, Torres Del Paine, Ushuaia, Tierra Del Fuego National Park, El Chaltén, Los Glaciares National Park, Glaciar Cagliero, El Calafate, Perito Moreno Glacier, Torres del Paine National Park
From Peru to Bolivia, Lima to La Paz, take a tour of some of the region's most fascinating destinations, starting with the captivating Peruvian capital of Lima. Learn about the incredible flora and fauna of the vast Amazon Jungle. Take a scenic train ride through the Andean mountains to reach the breathtaking 'lost city' of Machu Picchu and meet the indigenous people of the floating islands of Uros on Lake Titicaca. This 14 day tour ends with a visit to lakeside Copacabana before exploring the lofty city of La Paz.
Explorer
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Bungalow, Hotel, Lodge
Age Range
18-80 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Lima, La Paz, Puno, Puerto Maldo
Lima, La Paz, Puno, Puerto Maldonado, Cusco, Sacred Valley
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“Classic Peru” is genuinely a “highlights” tour of Southern Peru and what we saw was truly epic; a fascinating blend of Inca history & culture, the stunning scenery of the Andes and the Andean wildlife.
The 2 top highlights, for me, were a) entering the site of Macchu Picchu, shrouded in cloud, only for the wind to gradually blow that cloud away for the dramatic “reveal” and b) to see 5 or 6 Condors (adults & juveniles) gradually rise up the Colca Canyon, on the morning’s thermals, until they were soaring over our heads!
Lima is often written off but is worth a look and we arrived one day early (on Saturday) and visited the Centro Historico on Sunday morning. We were rewarded with a front-row view of the city’s own “changing of the guard” in Plaza de Armas.
The food on the trip is excellent in general and very good value. Our guide, Hector, was also excellent and very focussed on keeping us safe and in good health (managing the gradual increase in altitude, as much as possible); he’s especially knowledgable on all things culture and history.
For me, the only two negatives in the trip were:-
a) the overnight stay on Taquile Island - by all means visit the island but the poor accommodation overshadowed the stay and
b) the misleading advice in the pre-trip literature about currencies and exchange - Explore imply it’s ok to buy Peruvian Sol at Lima airport; DON’T - the rate is terrible. They also say “take US$ because the rate for the GB£ is poor”; ignore that too as the local rates (in forex bureaux) were almost entirely equivalent, so buying US$ in the UK is just a waste of money.
I’m sure Explore can quickly rectify these two things in an otherwise excellent tour.
Active and outdoorRafting
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Guest House, Home-stay
Age Range
16-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Cusco, Lima, Aguas Calientes, Ma
Cusco, Lima, Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu, Arequipa, Chivay, Puno, Taquile Island, Sacred Valley
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Discover southern Peru, the heartland of the Inca Empire, on this 14 day group tour which starts and ends in Lima. Take in Peru's contrasting landscapes, from plunging canyons to soaring mountains, while exploring ruined temples and vibrant indigenous markets. Spot condors over Colca Canyon and visit the unique floating reed islands of Lake Titicaca. Spend time in the enchanting cities of Arequipa and Cusco, explore the Sacred Valley and magnificent Machu Picchu, Peru's crown jewel.
Walking toursSightseeing Tours
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
18-80 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Lima, Sacred Valley, Machu Picch
Lima, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Cusco, Arequipa, Colca Canyon, Puno
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Discover the stunning Colombian Caribbean with a thrilling adventure! Explore Cartagena’s vibrant history, unwind on Tayrona National Park’s pristine beaches, and marvel at the natural wonders of Sierra Nevada. Dive into cultural experiences in Santa Marta and immerse yourself in Palomino’s serene beauty. This unforgettable journey promises a blend of rich culture, breathtaking landscapes, and immersive activities, ensuring a memorable escape to Colombia's sun-kissed coast. Book now for an unparalleled travel experience!
AdventureTrekking and Hiking
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Lodge
Age Range
18-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Cartagena, Santa Marta, Riohacha
Cartagena, Santa Marta, Riohacha, Cabo De La Vela, Punta Gallinas, El Mamey, Sierra Nevada De Santa Marta, Lost City
Crossing the Antarctic Circle at 66’30 is a polar milestone achieved by relatively few. Because innovation is in our DNA, we wanted to make this experience even more memorable. The result is this exciting adventure, which includes the chance to soar above the Antarctic landscape in one of Ultramarine’s twin-engine helicopters. Your helicopter-supported excursions feature multiple opportunities for heli flightseeing, as well as a heli landing. Learn what it’s like to step out of a helicopter onto Antarctica and gaze upon polar landscapes previously only seen by a few fearless explorers and mountaineers. You’ll also explore the southern heart of the Antarctic Peninsula. And you’ll experience it all from sea and air.
Polar expeditions and cruise
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Hut, Lodge, Ship Cabin
Age Range
18-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Buenos Aires, Ushuaia, Drake Pas
Buenos Aires, Ushuaia, Drake Passage, Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctic Circle
In 2004, Quark Expeditions made Polar history when they conducted the first-ever ground visit to the remote Emperor penguin colony near Snow Hill Island, Antarctica. Driven by a true expeditionary spirit—and guided by years of Polar expertise—the team sailed past masses of dense ice and thick, tabular icebergs in the Weddell Sea to experience the legendary rookery, which now numbers 8,000 breeding pairs of Emperor penguins. Today, it is one of the most exclusive wildlife viewing experiences on the planet. We invite you—almost two decades after our milestone visit of 2004—to embrace the thrill of the search as we once again set out to visit to the emperor penguins at Snow Hill Island.
Experience a true Polar quest as we journey on our new ship, Ultramarine, which is equipped with two twin-engine helicopters that will fly guests to the vicinity of this rarely-visited rookery, whereupon they will walk across the thick sea ice to stand within metres of the most coveted penguin species on the planet. Anticipate scenes reminiscent of “March of the Penguins” and BBC’s “Frozen Planet.” Just imagine the penguins tobogganing across the ice towards the sea. Such wildlife moments are too precious for words!
Polar expeditions and cruise
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Hut, Ship Cabin
Age Range
18-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Ushuaia, Buenos Aires, Drake Pas
Ushuaia, Buenos Aires, Drake Passage, Weddell Island
Hop between five iconic regions by air and maximize your time on this fast-paced, 14-day Argentina trip. Visit Buenos Aires, Ushuaia, El Calafate, and Bariloche—all within two weeks. With domestic flights, guided tours, and handpicked hotels included, it's a perfect pick for travelers wanting to see the highlights without overland delays.
AdventureTrekking and Hiking
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Resort, Hostel
Age Range
18-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Buenos Aires, San Carlos de Bari
Buenos Aires, San Carlos de Bariloche, Ushuaia, El Calafate
Initially before booking the trip I thought it was extremely overpriced.
However(our tour guide) was fantastic. He made the trip worth every penny and was extremely organised and knowledgeable. The locations were great, and the activities were really cool.
was a fantastic character, and became a friend by ensuring we all had fun. He looked after and catered for everyone’s needs and requirements, promoting safety above all else, and more than once went the extra mile to ensure we all had a great time (joining myself at CrossFit and his traditional dance moves were personal highlights).
I hope he gets the recognition he deserves, as I would love to book a similar trip with Contiki in future because of this great experience.
I would also recommend that you include huacachina in future - I went there on my own and it was one of the coolest experiences - maybe this could be added as an extra at the beginning of the trip.
