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

Inca Quarry Trek to Machu Picchu 4D/3N

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Experience a thrilling adventure through the Inca Quarry Trek, a hidden gem leading to the majestic Machu Picchu. Traverse stunning Andean landscapes, visit ancient archaeological sites, and immerse yourself in local culture. This unique trek offers fewer crowds, allowing for a more intimate connection to Peru's rich history. Key highlights include breathtaking mountain vistas, authentic Inca ruins, and a magical sunrise at the iconic Lost City. Ideal for adventure seekers and history enthusiasts alike!

ExplorerTrekking and Hiking

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Camping, Tent, Hotel

Age Range

18-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Inca Trail, Cusco, Machu Picchu

Inca Trail, Cusco, Machu Picchu, Inca Quarry Trail, Rayanniyoc, Choquetacarpo, Aguas Calientes

Duration4 days

From

USD 909

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Nocturnal Experience & Costa Rican Dinner

(1 review )

Trip customizable

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Join us on this 4-hour tour if you want to take advantage of a Costa Rican night and discover some of the country’s nocturnal wonders. Start your trip from the small town of La Tigra, located just 30 minutes from La Fortuna. Here, you will meet the Mendez Family, a local family dedicated to farming and reforesting their patch of land. Travel 600 meters (0.37 miles) from the family land to a small patch of regenerated rainforest. See the mirror-like lakes and wildlife in the area. You can expect to see a variety of nocturnal birds and mammals, insects, amphibians, bats, and more in this reforested area. The trail will then take you to a frog sanctuary, an area dedicated to the preservation and natural reproduction of frog species. Here you will discover countless species of frogs, including dart and bull frogs, the smallest and largest species of frogs in Costa Rica. Also see the spectacular Red-eyed tree frog and the beautiful Glass frog. A delicious Costa Rican dinner prepared on a wood-fire stove will be waiting for you by the time the tour is over. Enjoy your dinner while viewing the lights of the valleys of San Carlos. Return to your hotel in La Fortuna.

Natural landmarks sightseeing

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

5-79 yrs

Operated in

english, spanish

Destinations

La Fortuna, Arenal Volcano

Duration4 hours

From

USD 69

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Venado Caves: Underground Experience

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Get the chance to travel deep inside the earth surface in this 4-hour guided exploration of the Venado Caves. Follow the underground trails that will lead you through grottos and chambers. Explore the world of darkness and otherworldly beauty. With flashlights illuminating your way and all the gear required for exploration, enter into this labyrinth of ancient underground rivers and sea beds. Visit unique rock formations with names like the Birthing Canal, the Papaya, the Coral, and the Altar. See stalactites and stalagmites jutting out of the ground or hanging overhead. Encounter the creatures that live in darkness, including colonies of bats as well as frogs and river crabs. Enjoy a buffet of fresh fruits after the tour comes to an end. Be prepared to get wet and dirty inside the cave in order to see this underground world. Relish this unique Costa Rican experience.

Caves

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

5-79 yrs

Operated in

english, spanish

Destinations

La Fortuna

Duration4 hours

From

USD 89

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2-Day Tour Lake Titicaca: Uros, Amantani & Taquile - Lake Hotels

(1 review )

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Explore the stunning Lake Titicaca with our 2-day tour visiting the beautiful islands around. Start the tour discovering the Uros floating islands, to then spend one night with the friendly community of Amantani Island. This fantastic excursion ends at Isla Taquile, a place with beautiful landscapes, incredible traditional food and amazing textiles. Enjoy Puno with our Tour Lake Titicaca: Uros Floating Islands, Amantani Island & Taquile Island

Cultural, religious and historic sites

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

1-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Puno

Duration2 days

From

USD 117

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Inca Trail 2 days to Machu Picchu

(12 reviews )

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"We did the 2D/1N trip to Machu Picchu. Our tour guides David and Ciprian are truly great people and made sure everyone was taken care of. Ciprian was carrying someone’s backpack to help them out, for the entire 8 mile hike. I got a stomach flu during the second morning and had to miss part of the 2nd day but David gave me a personal tour of Machu Picchu when I started feeling better. That’s when I found out how truly knowledgeable David was because I asked so many questions and David gave detailed and extremely educated responses. Because of this, I have a much deeper understanding and appreciation of the Incas and their culture. David didn’t have to give me a make up tour of Machu Picchu, but he did so out of kindness and care. Besides the gorgeous views all around and our exceptional tour guides, the next highlight for me was the lunch. We had lunch around 1pm and we were all surprised at how they managed to cook such amazing food without a kitchen. It was better food than some restaurants we had in Cuzco. There was avocado dip and fried wanton, chicken + mango ceviche, lomo saltado, potatoes, battered trout, apple water, various vegetables, and apple pie. The food was truly *chefs kiss* and maybe the best food we’ve had on a hike ever. I highly recommend this tour and our tour guides David and Ciprian"

Trekking and Hiking

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Camping, Hotel

Age Range

5-70 yrs

Operated in

english, spanish

Destinations

Inca Trail, Machu Picchu, Aguas

Inca Trail, Machu Picchu, Aguas Calientes, Cusco

Duration2 days

From

USD 535

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Peru In Depth and the Inca Trail

4.9

(9 reviews )

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The leader was very informative and when trekking provided the support to get me through the hard times.

Active and outdoorRafting

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Tent, Guest House, Camping, Home-stay

Age Range

16-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Cusco, Lima, Puno, Sacred Valley

Cusco, Lima, Puno, Sacred Valley, Q'orimarca, Llulluchapampa, Ollantaytambo, Machu Picchu, Pachacamac, Nazca, Arequipa, Chivay, Colca Canyon, Lake Titicaca, Taquile Island

Duration19 days

From

USD 4,150

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South America Small Group Tours: Enigmas Of The South

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Enigmas Of The South

Trip customizable

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Experience the very best of Peru on this fifteen-day tour of the south of the country, one of the most privileged regions of this unique territory. Discover natural treasures in Paracas and delight your palate with the intense flavours of the local cuisine in Peru’s capital of gastronomy, Arequipa. Explore the dizzying heights of the Andes and visit fascinating, traditional villages on Lake Titicaca. Of course, no trip to Peru would be complete without delving into its rich history, and the Incan archaeological sites you will witness as you travel along the Sacred Valley to Cusco are unrivalled. It is sure to be a trip you will never forget!

Art and architecture

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Lodge, Resort

Age Range

6-99 yrs

Operated in

english, spanish

Destinations

Cusco, Miraflores, Lima, Puno, S

Cusco, Miraflores, Lima, Puno, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Paracas, Nazca, Arequipa, Colca Canyon

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Duration15 days

From

USD 2,576

USD 2,189

Saving

USD 386

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11 Nights in Rio de Janeiro, Foz do Iguazu, Salvador and Amazon

Trip customizable

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In Rio, you will visit the famous monument to Christ the Redeemer and the Pan de Azúcar mountain, you will also explore the city through a touristic tour. Discover the magnificent Brazilian waterfalls and the bird park in Foz do Iguaçu. In Salvador, a Historical and Cultural City Tour that will delight you. In the Amazon you will have the opportunity to discover the Amazon jungle

City sightseeing

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Lodge, Hostel

Age Range

1-79 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Rio de Janeiro, Foz Do Iguacu, A

Rio de Janeiro, Foz Do Iguacu, Amazon Brazil, Salvador

Duration11 days

From

USD 1,337

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Grey Glacier Navigation in Torres del Paine

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Get the chance to see Glacier Grey up close like never before. Participate on this 6-hour tour and sail around the must-see attraction of Torres del Paine National Park. After sailing we will visit the island that divides the glacier, to continue observing it from a new angle

Glaciers

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Age Range

1-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Torres del Paine National Park

Torres del Paine National Park, Magallanes, Puerto Natales

Duration1 day

From

USD 145

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Full Day La Cumbrecita Tour from Cordoba

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Explore an unforgettable place called La Cumbrecita, a beautiful scenario secluded by the mountains, located in the surroundings of the Calamuchita Valley. Discover picturesque alpine villages and stunning landscaped on this day trip

City sightseeing

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Villa

Age Range

1-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Córdoba

Duration1 day

From

USD 211

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Iquitos Amazon Jungle Adventure 4D/3N

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Embark on an enthralling Amazon rainforest adventure with breathtaking wildlife encounters and guided jungle treks. Explore Iquitos' vibrant river life, visit indigenous communities, and cruise along the Amazon River spotting exotic animals. Delight in night safaris, canopy walks, and piranha fishing, all while surrounded by lush, unspoiled nature. Perfect for nature enthusiasts and thrill-seekers alike, this immersive tour promises a unique and unforgettable experience in one of the world's most biodiverse regions. Secure your jungle escape today!

ExplorerAdventure

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Lodge, Hotel

Age Range

18-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Amazon Peru, Iquitos, Lima

Duration4 days

From

USD 750

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Gourmet food tour in Miraflores and Barranco

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Peru has one of the most relevant gastronomies in the world, and with our Tour Gourmet - Lima Night, you’ll have a funny and a unique experience. Enjoy an explosion of flavors with this night tour, visiting part of the wonderful city of Lima, and exploring places with traditional and exquisite food

Food tours

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

1-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Lima

Duration1 day

From

USD 201

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Shore Excursion: Peninsula Valdes Day Trip

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Explore the impressive Valdes Peninsula, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, on this full-day tour from Puerto Madryn. This geographic formation is famous for being an ideal breeding ground for certain species of marine fauna, including the southern right whales and various species of dolphins. On this day in the middle of nature, you will be accompanied by bilingual guides and naturalists. We also include transfers from Luis Piedrabuena bridge (at the cruise ship)

Natural landmarks sightseeing

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Age Range

1-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Puerto Madryn

Duration1 day

From

USD 160

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Lake Titicaca & Luquina Homestay 2D/1N

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Embark on a captivating journey across Lake Titicaca's stunning landscapes, immersing yourself in the vibrant culture and traditions of the unique floating islands and Taquile community. Witness the exceptional craftsmanship of local weavers, experience a genuine cultural exchange with the welcoming Luquina community, and embrace the tranquillity of life on the lake.

Getaways and short breaks

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Home-stay, Hotel

Age Range

18-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Puno, Lake Titicaca, Amantani

Duration2 days

From

USD 101

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Inca Quarry Trek to Machu Picchu 4D/3N

Nocturnal Experience & Costa Rican Dinner

Venado Caves: Underground Experience

2-Day Tour Lake Titicaca: Uros, Amantani & Taquile - Lake Hotels

Inca Trail 2 days to Machu Picchu

Peru In Depth and the Inca Trail

Enigmas Of The South

11 Nights in Rio de Janeiro, Foz do Iguazu, Salvador and Amazon

Grey Glacier Navigation in Torres del Paine

Full Day La Cumbrecita Tour from Cordoba

Iquitos Amazon Jungle Adventure 4D/3N

Gourmet food tour in Miraflores and Barranco

Shore Excursion: Peninsula Valdes Day Trip

Lake Titicaca & Luquina Homestay 2D/1N

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