South America Tours
Machu Picchu at dawn, Rio’s beaches, Patagonia’s peaks and the Amazon’s wildlife. A guided South America tour weaves the icons into one seamless journey.
South America is vast and varied — and a specialist ties it together. From Peru’s Machu Picchu and the Sacred Valley to Rio and Iguazú, Argentine wine country and Patagonia’s glaciers, a South America tour specialist arranges guides, internal flights, hotels and the timing to see it all comfortably.
Why Tour South America With a Specialist?
Icons done right
Machu Picchu, Iguazú, Patagonia and the Amazon in one trip.
Complex logistics solved
Internal flights, permits, guides and hotels coordinated.
Local expertise
Guides who bring the history and culture to life.
Right timing
Trips built around the best seasons for each region.
South America Highlights
Peru
Machu Picchu, Cusco and the Sacred Valley.
Brazil
Rio, Iguazú Falls and the Amazon.
Argentina & Chile
Buenos Aires, wine country and Patagonia.
The Amazon
Rainforest lodges and river journeys.
Ways to Tour South America
- Machu Picchu & Peru highlights
- Patagonia trekking & glaciers
- Rio, Iguazú & Amazon combos
- Wine-country & culinary tours
- Multi-country grand tours
Ready to explore South America?
Tell us your countries, dates and pace and we’ll match the ideal operator and itinerary. Get up to 5 free, no-obligation quotes from a South America tour specialist.
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South America Tours — Frequently Asked Questions
When is the best time to visit Machu Picchu?
The dry season (roughly May–September) is most popular; a specialist advises on weather, crowds and Inca Trail permits.
Can I combine several countries?
Yes — specialists design multi-country routes (Peru, Brazil, Argentina, Chile) with the right internal flights and timing.
Is Patagonia hard to reach?
It takes planning — a specialist handles the flights, transfers and lodges so it’s seamless.
How do I get a South America tour quote?
Request up to 5 free, no-obligation quotes from a South America tour specialist and compare itineraries.