10 BEST South America Small Group Trips & Tours 2025/2026

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Peru Encompassed

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Travel from Lima to Cusco on a 20-day adventure that blends nature, culture, modern cities and ancient worlds. Trek the iconic Inca Trail or the lesser-known Quarry Trail to the ruins of Machu Picchu, wake up to the sounds of nature in the Amazon and experience life on the floating islands of Lake Titicaca at a homestay with the Uros people. Watch Andean condors soar over Colca Canyon at sunrise, see the mind-boggling Nazca Lines and sip Pisco sours as you acclimatise in Cusco. On this trip, you'll taste a little bit of everything Peru has to offer.

Bus toursCity sightseeing

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Camping, Lodge, Eco Lodge, Home-stay

Age Range

15-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Inca Trail, Lima, Puno, Cusco, P

Inca Trail, Lima, Puno, Cusco, Puerto Maldonado, Mt Pisco, Nazca, Arequipa, Colca Canyon, Lake Titicaca

Duration20 days

From

USD 4,650

USD 4,511

Saving

USD 140

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Cusco Day Tour: Humantay Lagoon Hike (full day)

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This full-day excursion takes you trekking along one of the most spectacular stretches of the Salkantay Trail to the turquoise glacial lagoon of Humantay. An active escape from the city, this day tour is a perfect way to soak in the views of the Andes and to breathe the clean mountain air.

Trekking and Hiking

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

12-100 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Cusco

Duration1 day

From

USD 50

USD 49

Saving

USD 2

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Lima Day Tour: Highlights and Insiders Tour (full day)

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Delve into Lima's culture and culinary highlights with a day tour visiting Plaza San Martin, Plaza De Armas, the Basilica and Convent of San Francisco and Barranco. Taste some local bites and take in the sights of Peru's beautiful capital.

City sightseeing

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Age Range

10-100 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Lima

Duration1 day

From

USD 100

USD 97

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USD 3

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Galapagos Encounter - Archipel I (Itinerary B)

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Visiting the Galapagos Islands had been at the top of my wish list for as long as I can remember and this trip was everything I'd dreamt of. Every day brought special, close-up encounters with magnificent animals - male frigatebirds displaying their bright red chests, sea lions stretched out on the beach nursing their young pups or cheekily hitching a ride on the back of our boat and pairs of blue-footed boobies engaged in a courtship dance. The Archipel 1 is modern, spotlessly clean, spacious and comfortable with a friendly, hard-working and efficient crew. The food is excellent in quality, quantity and variety. The boat has the capacity for 16 guests, which enables everyone to get to know one another.

Wildlife

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Yacht Cabin

Age Range

12-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Quito, Guayaquil, North Seymour

Quito, Guayaquil, North Seymour Island, Isla Genovesa, Isla Santiago, Isla Santa Cruz, Floreana Island, Espanola Island, San Cristobal Island

Duration10 days

From

USD 8,400

USD 8,148

Saving

USD 252

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Galapagos Encounter - Archipel I (Itinerary A)

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This eight-day southwestern tour aboard the catamaran Archipel I gives an extensive overview of the Galapagos by combining the circumnavigation of Isabela Island with excursions in the southernmost points of the archipelago. It also gives the chance to snorkel with sea lions in the Loberia and visit the Charles Darwin Research Station in Santa Cruz.

Wildlife

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

12-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Quito, Guayaquil, San Cristobal

Quito, Guayaquil, San Cristobal Island, Santa Fe Island, Floreana Island, Isla Santa Cruz, Isabela Island, Isla Fernandina

Duration10 days

From

USD 8,400

USD 8,148

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USD 252

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Costa Rica Adventure

4.9

(12 reviews )

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I had not been on holiday for over a decade before I embarked on this trip, so suffice to say I had high expectations! Costa Rica had been on my list ever since a colleague visited the country two years ago, and it was well worth the wait. We were fortunate enough to only have eight travellers, which meant that our guide, Jonathan, had ample time to answer all of our questions. If you are looking for a holiday which will give you eight hours of sleep a night then this trip is not for you. We were up for breakfast before 8am every day and despite there being several optional extra activities listed on the trip notes, we didn't have time to do any of them as we were constantly on the go! I felt as though I was away for six months or more, and I enjoyed moving to a new area of the country every few days. Each hotel we stayed at had a different style suited to the area of the country we were in - rainforest lodge, spa resort, mountain hotel, ranch, beach hotel. The food was wonderful - all breakfasts are included and on the days when our lunch and/or dinner weren't included, we never felt hungry.

Adventure

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Lodge, Resort

Age Range

16-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

San Jose, Rincon de la Vieja Vol

San Jose, Rincon de la Vieja Volcano National Park, Playa Carrillo, Tortuguero National Park, Sarapiqui, La Fortuna, Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Preserve

Duration15 days

From

USD 5,700

USD 5,529

Saving

USD 171

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Cycle Chile & Argentina: Atacama to Salta

4.9

(10 reviews )

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The trip is incredible. The scenery varies every day and you'll ride on all possible terrains: sand, rock, gravel, tarmac and every day offers a lot of fun. The landscape of the Moon Valley in Chile is surreal and the Tatio geyser excursion is a stunning experience. Chile and Argentina are lovely countries; the areas visited still haven't been reached by mass tourism and you barely see any other tourists while travelling.

ExplorerBicycle tours

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Resort, Lodge

Age Range

16-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

San Pedro De Atacama, Quilmes Ru

San Pedro De Atacama, Quilmes Ruins, Molinos, Salta, Moon Valley, Susques, Purmamarca, Tilcara, Cafayate

Duration13 days

From

USD 7,650

USD 7,421

Saving

USD 230

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Ecuador Highlands

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From the heights of the Andes to the depths of the Amazon Jungle, this nine-day trip will take you through diverse Ecuador. Walk through the Amazon Jungle with an Indigenous guide leading the way, hike in Cotopaxi National Park – home to one of the world’s largest active volcanos – and canoe to your river-side eco-lodge accommodation on the edge of the rainforest. Get a glimpse into everyday life during a homestay with a local family, where you’ll connect with them and participate in a Pachamanca food ceremony, perhaps also brushing up on your Espanol. There’s so much to see, do and learn in this South American paradise and you’ll take it all on with a local leader and likeminded travellers.

National parksLocal culture

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Eco Lodge, Home-stay, Lodge

Age Range

15-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Quito, Guayaquil, Amazon Ecuador

Quito, Guayaquil, Amazon Ecuador, Banos, Yunguilla

Duration9 days

From

USD 1,550

USD 1,504

Saving

USD 47

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Galapagos Walking Adventure

4.9

(15 reviews )

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Simply the best trip I have ever been on. I did not want to come home! The leader made everything happen with no hitches - and encouragement for a slightly trepidatious snorkeller! As for the Galapagos - Wow! I think that that the trip, being landbased, allowed us to experience so much more, meet more locals and eat local food and just soak up the atmosphere - on the beaches or in the bar!!

WildlifeTrekking and Hiking

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Guest House

Age Range

16-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Quito, Guayaquil, Las Tintoreras

Quito, Guayaquil, Las Tintoreras, Tortuga Bay, Bartolome Island, San Cristobal Island, La Loberia, Floreana Island, Isabela Island, Sierra Negra

Duration14 days

From

USD 8,175

USD 7,930

Saving

USD 245

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Classic Galapagos: Central Eastern Islands (Grand Queen Beatriz)

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Experience the serenity of the Galapagos Islands as you drift across the Pacific Ocean on this 10-day adventure cruise through the central eastern islands. Retrace the voyage of Charles Darwin by sea, admiring the sandy beaches of Espumilla contrasted with the jagged rock formations and volcanic craters of Isla Santiago. Look out at the ocean, land and sky, spotting blue-footed boobies, sea turtles and sea lions in their natural habitat. Go hiking and snorkelling each day and learn about the geology of these lands from your handy naturalist guide, all the while spotting some pretty incredible and varied wildlife.

Sailing, yachting and motor boating

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

12-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Quito, San Cristobal Island, Isl

Quito, San Cristobal Island, Isla Santiago, Puerto Egas, Isla Santa Cruz, North Seymour Island, Black Turtle Cove, Sombrero Chino

Duration10 days

From

USD 7,350

USD 7,130

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USD 221

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Absolute Galapagos (Grand Daphne)

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Calling all wildlife lovers! On this immersive 17-day adventure cruise, you’ll be introduced to the endemic wildlife, beautiful landscapes and underwater treasures of the Galapagos Islands. Explore both the traveller’s favourites and the quieter parts of the archipelago, all with a passionate local naturalist on hand to guide you over pahoehoe lava and through marine iguana colonies. Snorkel in clear waters off the coast of Isla Espanola, paddle through a green turtle breeding grove on Isla Floreana, look out for mottled Galapagos hawks on Isla Fernandina and wander between sea lions lounging on beaches with red, black and white sand.

Sailing, yachting and motor boating

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

12-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Quito, Bartolome Island, Isla Sa

Quito, Bartolome Island, Isla Santiago, Isla Fernandina, Isla Isabela, Isla Santa Cruz, Puerto Ayora, Floreana Island, Espanola Island, San Cristobal Island, Santa Fe Island, Isla Genovesa, Rábida Island

Duration17 days

From

USD 13,225

USD 12,828

Saving

USD 397

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Inca Trail, Titicaca & Nazca

4.9

(59 reviews )

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An absolutely fabntastic holiday, well planned and our guide just made this so enjoyable. I've never been on a holiday where I got to see so much - I enjoyed every minute of it and would recommend it to anyone who wishes to go and explore Peru.

Trekking and HikingAdventure

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Camping, Villa, Tent

Age Range

16-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Inca Trail, Lima, Nazca, Lake Ti

Inca Trail, Lima, Nazca, Lake Titicaca, Aguas Calientes, Cusco, Puno, Juliaca, Ica, Abancay, Llaqtapata, Pakaymayu, Phuyupatamarca

Duration15 days

From

USD 6,150

USD 5,966

Saving

USD 185

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Essential Peru - Inti Raymi Festival Departure

4.8

(5 reviews )

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Guiliano was absolutely amazing. I couldn't have asked for anything more from the trip! There is some long drives as stated but the views and the stops you make are unreal!

Cultural, religious and historic sites

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Home-stay

Age Range

16-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Lima, Cusco, Amantani Homestay

Lima, Cusco, Amantani Homestay, Puno, Colca Canyon, Arequipa, Miraflores, Ica, Nazca, Abancay, Ollantaytambo, Aguas Calientes

Duration16 days

From

USD 5,250

USD 5,093

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USD 158

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Quito Day Tour: Cotopaxi (full day)

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Explore Cotopaxi National Park with a full-day excursion. Admire the Cotopaxi volcano and the stunning plateau on which it sits — you might even see wild horses grazing! All ages are welcome to hike the glacier, and experienced cyclists can opt to bike.

Explorer

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

14-100 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Cotopaxi National Park

Duration1 day

From

USD 56

USD 54

Saving

USD 2

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Peru Encompassed

Cusco Day Tour: Humantay Lagoon Hike (full day)

Lima Day Tour: Highlights and Insiders Tour (full day)

Galapagos Encounter - Archipel I (Itinerary B)

Galapagos Encounter - Archipel I (Itinerary A)

Costa Rica Adventure

Cycle Chile & Argentina: Atacama to Salta

Ecuador Highlands

Galapagos Walking Adventure

Classic Galapagos: Central Eastern Islands (Grand Queen Beatriz)

Absolute Galapagos (Grand Daphne)

Inca Trail, Titicaca & Nazca

Essential Peru - Inti Raymi Festival Departure

Quito Day Tour: Cotopaxi (full day)

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