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

Aboriginal Iriapu Village Tour

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Book a tour to the Aboriginal Yriapú Village and go for a unique and unforgettable experience to appreciate the Guarani culture with its traditions and ways of life in communion with nature and knowledge of Mother Nature

National parks

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

1-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Iguazu Falls, Puerto Iguazu

Duration1 day

From

USD 217

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Parrilla Barbecue Tour from San Telmo

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Parrillas are Argentine steakhouses offering the most traditional Buenos Aires cuisine. To experience and taste authentic Porteño flavors join us on our Parrilla Tour to discover local hole-in-the wall restaurants, learn about Argentina’s culture and cuisine and meet others during this relaxed and social tour

Food tours

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Age Range

1-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Buenos Aires

Duration1 day

From

USD 222

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Buenos Aires Culture & Gastronomy Tour

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Explore San Telmo uniquely by visiting its historic market, tasting typical Argentine flavors, and following a route that blends Buenos Aires' music and architecture. Immerse yourself in the culture, customs, and cuisine, with gastronomy playing a central role

Food tours

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

1-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Buenos Aires

Duration1 day

From

USD 149

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Full Day El Bolson Sightseeing Tour

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With our Day Trip to El Bolson, you will be comfortably taken to this beautiful village from your Bariloche hotel, to spend a full day exploring the area. You can visit Lago Puelo National Park, tour the Artisan Market and find amazing handcrafts made by locals or taste the regional cuisine. You will be picked up at your hotel in Bariloche around 08.30 am to go on a full day tour to El Bolson, where you can visit many interesting places, such as: The regional fair of El Bolson - More than 300 local artist offer visitors their crafts made of ceramics, wool, wood, leather, metal, dried flowers

Sightseeing Tours

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

1-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

San Carlos de Bariloche

Duration1 day

From

USD 126

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Esquina Homero Manzi VIP Dinner & Tango Show

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In Esquina Homero Manzi we will enjoy an amazing tango show along with the best Argentine and international food. The dinner which offers delicious dishes and the tango show are specially designed for visitors who want to be transported to "the golden years" of tango. The great atmosphere, the food and the show with 15 artists on stage (a live musical quintet, two singers and four dance couples) will make this night unforgettable. The VIP option includes a gourmet menu paired with premium wines

Festivals and events

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

1-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Buenos Aires

Duration1 day

From

USD 94

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Don Silvano Ranch from Buenos Aires

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Only one hour away from the City of Buenos Aires, Don Silvano ranch is the best place to enjoy an excursion full of nature, tasty food and typical countryside activities including gaucho lifestyle and games. A barbecue lunch with argentine wines, a traditional dancing show, trick horse demonstrations and horseback riding are only some of the activities that takes place at this traditional ranch that will host you

Horseback riding

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

1-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Buenos Aires

Duration1 day

From

USD 489

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Walking With The Incas

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I could describe in detail how magical Peru is. Instead, I can only say, go to Peru, do this tour. We had an amazing time. Trekking the Inca Trail was of course fantastic, but Colca Canyon, Arequipa and Cusco was amazing as well. Great itinerary. Great Guide. Peru is magical.

Walking tours

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Camping, Guest House

Age Range

16-85 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Lima, Machu Picchu, Cusco, Puert

Lima, Machu Picchu, Cusco, Puerto Maldonado, Ballestas Islands and Paracas National Reserve, Huacachina, Nazca, Arequipa, Colca Canyon

Duration19 days

From

USD 6,020

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Mountains to the Lakes

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This comprehensive 3 week tour is designed to reveal some of the secrets lying in South America. The tour begins in Lima; you then head south for an incredible Ballestas Islands boat trip where you will see exotic birds and sea mammals. You then travel inland to the desert and the palm trees and sand dunes of the Oasis of Huacachina where we make camp under the stars. You will then visit the mysterious Nazca lines whose true meaning is still up for debate. The tour then starts it's ascent into the Andes to the town of Arequipa and the Colca Canyon, the deepest in the world. The tour then takes us to Cuzco where we prepare for the unforgettable Inca Trail, after reaching Machu Picchu we head back to Cuzco for some relaxing time in this beautiful Andean city. We continue our journey to Lake Titicaca where we spend time learning of the traditions of the local Uros Indians, with free time to laze the day away on the shores of this deep blue lake. The tour makes it's final stop in La Paz, giving you free time to explore the Bolivian capital.

Mountains

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Camping, Guest House, Home-stay

Age Range

16-85 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Lima, La Paz, Inca Trail, Machu

Lima, La Paz, Inca Trail, Machu Picchu, Cusco, Puno, Copacabana, Ballestas Islands and Paracas National Reserve, Huacachina, Nazca Lines, Arequipa

Duration21 days

From

USD 4,630

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Machu Picchu Calling

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Discover the lost land of the Incas and visit Machu Picchu on this 15 day tour of Peru. Starting in Lima we head south to the Ballestas Islands in the Paracas National Reserve. We get to see a huge array of birds and marine mammals on a boat ride through the islands. The next day we head through the Ica Desert on our way to Peru's wine regoin where we visit a winery before travelling to the Oasis of Huacachina where we have a chance to get our hearts pumping on an exhilarating dune buggy ride before settling down for a relaxing evening of camping under the stars. The next morning we are off to see the mysterious Nazca lines before heading to Arequipa for the night. We spend the next 4 days exploring Colca Canyon, we can select from additional activities like white water rafting, cycling, horse riding and trekking. We then travel to Cuzco where we visit some nearby sites before heading back to our hotel to prepare for our next adventure. We head out early the next morning from Cuzco to the Urubamba Valley from where we begin our 4 day trek along the Inca Trail to the unforgettable Machu Picchu. At the end of our trek we head back to Cuzco by train. The next day is free to explore Cuzco at your leisure, the next day you will be transferred to the airport for your departing flight.

Trekking and Hiking

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Camping, Guest House

Age Range

16-85 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Machu Picchu, Lima, Inca Trail

Machu Picchu, Lima, Inca Trail, Cusco, Ballestas Islands and Paracas National Reserve, Huacachina, Arequipa

Duration15 days

From

USD 4,365

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Ultimate Galapagos - 10 days

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GALAPAGOS CRUISE: CENTRAL, SOUTH, EAST & NORTH ISLANDSEncounter sea lion colonies basking on pristine beaches, giant tortoises, iguanas, blue footed boobies and more in the wildlife rich Galapagos islands, on this once in a lifetime 8 day cruise around the remote and beautiful volcanic islands which once inspired Darwin himself. Spending a night before and after the cruise in captivating Quito.

Sailing, yachting and motor boating

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

18-80 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Quito, Isla Santa Cruz, Genovesa

Quito, Isla Santa Cruz, Genovesa Island, Santa Fe Island, San Cristobal Island, Espanola Island, Floreana Island

Duration10 days

From

USD 6,735

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Machu Picchu by Train - 9 days

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Discover the incredible highlights of Peru, from the buzzing culinary capital of Lima to the dense bio diverse Amazon Rainforest, on this exciting 9 day tour. Visit sacred sites, colourful markets and travel by scenic train through the Andean Mountains. Explore some of Peru’s most enchanting destinations as you visit the mysterious Inca ruins at Machu Picchu as well as the terraced ruins of Ollantaytambo. Spend two nights in the Amazon Jungle learning about some of the numerous species of birds and animal that live here.

Trekking and Hiking

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Lodge, Bungalow

Age Range

18-80 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Cusco, Machu Picchu, Lima, Amazo

Cusco, Machu Picchu, Lima, Amazon Peru, Sacred Valley, Puerto Maldonado

Duration9 days

From

USD 2,605

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Galapagos Encounters - 7 days

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GALAPAGOS CRUISE - CENTRAL, NORTH & EAST ISLANDS: Boasting an incredible array of endemic species from the blue-footed booby to the marine iguana, the Galapagos Islands are a true nature lovers’ paradise. Get up close and personal with the resident wildlife on an unforgettable 5 day cruise of these famed islands. Begin and end your adventure with a night in Quito, Ecuador's charming capital.

Cruise

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

18-80 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Quito, Galapagos Islands, Genove

Quito, Galapagos Islands, Genovesa Island, Santa Fe Island, San Cristobal Island

Duration7 days

From

USD 4,585

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Galapagos Discovered - 6 days

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GALAPAGOS CRUISE - CENTRAL, EAST & SOUTH ISLANDS: Every year the Galapagos Islands tempt throngs of travellers to its shores in search of unique wildlife and other-worldly landscapes. Explore these volcanic islands on a 4-day cruise aboard the M/C Anahi catamaran. Hopping from island to island, discovering what makes it so special. Start and end your Galapagos adventure with a night in captivating Quito, Ecuador's capital.

CruiseWildlife

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

18-80 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Quito, Galapagos Islands, Espano

Quito, Galapagos Islands, Espanola Island, Floreana Island, Isla Santa Cruz

Duration6 days

From

USD 3,895

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Amazon, Incas & Titicaca - 13 days

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Explore the Amazon, Inca ruins, Lake Titicaca and more on this 13 day tour of Peru, starting and ending in Lima. In the cultural capital of Lima, visit plazas, monasteries and underground crypts. Delve into the flora and fauna of the Amazon Jungle during a two night stay at a charming lodge before exploring captivating Cusco and the Sacred Valley. Marvel at magnificent Machu Picchu and take a boat trip on Lake Titicaca, to see the remarkable floating islands of Uros.

Trekking and Hiking

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Lodge, Bungalow

Age Range

18-80 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Lima, La Paz, Puno, Lake Titicac

Lima, La Paz, Puno, Lake Titicaca, Puerto Maldonado, Cusco, Sacred Valley

Duration13 days

From

USD 3,615

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Aboriginal Iriapu Village Tour

Parrilla Barbecue Tour from San Telmo

Buenos Aires Culture & Gastronomy Tour

Full Day El Bolson Sightseeing Tour

Esquina Homero Manzi VIP Dinner & Tango Show

Don Silvano Ranch from Buenos Aires

Walking With The Incas

Mountains to the Lakes

Machu Picchu Calling

Ultimate Galapagos - 10 days

Machu Picchu by Train - 9 days

Galapagos Encounters - 7 days

Galapagos Discovered - 6 days

Amazon, Incas & Titicaca - 13 days

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