South America tours

Welcome to the land of Eva Peron and the Girl from Ipanema. These South American holidays will introduce you to exotic culture, awesome wildlife and incredible cities, both ancient and modern. Our South America tours include the grandeur and mystery of the lost Inca city, Machu Picchu, an experience that nothing can prepare you for. And for sheer exuberance, it’s hard to top the intoxicating sights and sounds of Rio de Janeiro. Then there’s colonial, cosmopolitan Buenos Aires.

A tour to Bolivia or Peru will take you to countries of soaring mountains and lush jungles – and fascinating traces of the ancient Inca heritage. Alternatively, explore the colourful Chilean cities of Santiago and Valparaiso on your South American holiday and take in a wine-tasting trip to sample fine Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon.

But let’s not forget the natural wonders to be seen on tours of South America. South American holidays would not be complete without exploring the tropical Amazon jungle, the world’s largest living collection of plants and animals. Our South America tours also whisk you to the pristine wildlife paradise of the Galapagos Islands, home to iridescent iguanas and blue-footed boobies. For holidays in South America – pack that camera.

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  1. Peru
  2. Brazil
  3. Chile
  4. Argentina
  5. Ecuador

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South American Highlights

17 days from £3195

Departing:

03 Sep 2012
Iguassu Falls, Argentina

Embrace the vitality of Latin America, visiting the Peruvian and Bolivian Andes, Argentina, the Iguassu Falls and Brazil's colourful cities and coast.

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South American Highlights + Buzios Peninsula
+ 3 extra nights from £304

Why not stay a little longer to relax in Buzios, a place of great natural beauty? Visit the attractive village of Armacao de Buzios with its narrow cobbled streets, colonial style houses, bars and restaurants, Ossos with a pretty harbour and pousadas or relax on beautiful beaches, cradled between rocky cliffs, swept by crystal clear waters. On day 16 of your tour, transfer to your Buzios hotel, Atlantico for the next three nights.

18 days from £3599

Departing:

03 Sep 2012

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Iguassu Falls, Argentina

Mexico & the Panama Canal Cruise (Los Angeles to Miami) - 27 Sep

17 days from £1919

Departing:

27 Sep 2012
Cabo San Lucas

Experience the trip of a lifetime as you cruise the spectacular Panama Canal, visiting the beaches, cities and exotic rainforests of Mexico and Costa Rica on the way.

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Valid on Departures:

  • 27 Sep 2012

Mexico & the Panama Canal Cruise (Los Angeles to Miami) - 26 Sep

18 days from £1969

Departing:

26 Sep 2012
The beautiful bay of Cabo San Lucas

Experience the trip of a lifetime as you cruise the spectacular Panama Canal, visiting the beaches, cities and exotic rainforests of Mexico and Costa Rica on the way.

Book now to receive $150 per cabin on board credit

Valid on Departures:

  • 26 Sep 2012

Peru & Ecuador

11 days from £2069

Departing:

05 Sep 2012
Uros Indians, Lake Titicaca

Discover some of Peru's most spellbinding World Heritage Sites including breathtaking Machu Picchu; before exploring the ancient city of Quito.

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Peru & Ecuador + Galapagos Island Hopping
+ 5 extra nights from £1260

Extend your South American adventure with a tour of the Galápagos Islands.

15 days from £3355

Departing:

05 Sep 2012

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Uros Indians, Lake Titicaca

Scenic South America

14 days from £2419

Departing:

21 Jan 2013
The magnificent Andes

Experience the grandeur and spectacle of the Andes, breathtaking Iguassu Falls, fertile vineyard covered valleys and the bustle and vibrancy of amazingly diverse cities; this is Latin America at its best.

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Scenic South America + Buzios Peninsula
+ 3 extra nights from £436

Why not stay a little longer to relax in Buzios, a place of great natural beauty? Visit the attractive village of Armacao des Buzios with its narrow cobbled streets, colonial style houses, bars and restaurants, Ossos with a pretty harbour and pousadas or relax on beautiful beaches, cradled between rocky cliffs, swept by crystal clear waters. On day 13 of your tour, transfer to your Buzios hotel for the next three nights. On day 16 transfer to the airport for your overnight flight home.

15 days from £2865

Departing:

21 Jan 2013

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The magnificent Andes

Sounds of Brazil & the Amazon

14 days from £2449

Departing:

22 Aug 2012
Salvador da Bahia

Combine exhilarating Rio de Janeiro, with the pulsating Afro-Brazilian culture of Salvador and the wonders of the Amazon, on this magical journey.

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Sounds of Brazil & the Amazon + Praia do Forte
+ 4 extra nights from £616 Staying at Tivoli Ecoresort Praia do Forte

Spend a few days relaxing on the Coconut Coast, one of the best South American resorts the Brazilian coast has to offer. Sandwiched between verdant tropical jungle and the unspoiled golden sands of a beautiful beach, Praia do Forte is a treasure not to be missed. On day 12 transfer to the luxurious Tivoli Ecoresort & Spa for the next 4 nights.

16 days from £3075

Departing:

22 Aug 2012

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Salvador da Bahia

Peru & the Treasures of the Incas

14 days from £2475

Departing:

06 Nov 2012
Machu Picchu, Peru

Wonder at the magical, awe-inspiring Inca sites of the Andes with its spectacular scenic vistas, then delight in the Spanish colonial architecture of Peru's major cities.

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Peru & Treasures of the Incas + Amazon Rainforest
+ 3 extra nights from £560

Your holiday in Peru would not be complete without experiencing the spectacular Amazon Basin, which covers more than half of the country. Your accommodation in the Amazon is at the stunning Ceiba Tops Lodge, in private rooms with bathrooms and air-conditioning. DAY 14 (Sun): Lima - Iquitos. In the early morning (appox. 3:30am) transfer to Lima airport for your flight to Iquitos. A brief orientation tour of Iquitos is followed by a 25 mile boat ride to Ceiba Tops Lodge. In the afternoon explore the beautiful primary rainforest reserve with its many huge trees festooned with epiphytes. After dinner enjoy an evening of local music or listen to the many legends told by the Amazon guide. (B, L, D) Note: Luggage allowance on the boat to Ceiba Tops Lodge is 5 Kg. The main luggage can be stored in Lima. DAY 15 (Mon): Iquitos. The day starts with a boat expedition in search of Amazon dolphins to the small village of the Yaqua Indians. Learn about their culture, how it was affected by the arrival of Europeans, see some of the local crafts and enjoy a demonstration of the blowgun, which is still used for hunting. In the afternoon enjoy a walking tour to the riverside town of Indiana, built up around a Franciscan mission, and stop along the way to see the immense Ceiba tree, after which the lodge is named. (B, L, D) DAY 16 (Tue): Iquitos - Lima. There is a choice of morning activities before a boat ride to Iquitos for your flight to Lima and an overnight stay. (B) DAY 17 (Wed): Lima - UK. Transfer to Lima airport for your overnight flight to the UK. (B) DAY 18 (Thu): Home landing in the UK. Note: This extension is based on standard accommodation.

16 days from £3035

Departing:

06 Nov 2012

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Machu Picchu, Peru

Patagonian Discovery - NEW

15 days from £3285

Departing:

05 Oct 2012
Perito Moreno Glacier

Experience the dramatic mountains, incredible wildlife and breathtaking glaciers of Argentina and Chile on this epic odyssey around southern Patagonia.

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Patagonian Discovery + Atacama Desert
+ 3 extra nights from £514

Complete your Chilean adventure with a visit to the otherworldly Atacama Desert. Dotted with geysers, strange rock formations and snow-tipped volcanoes, its salt lakes are refuge to hundreds of flamingos, looking out of place in their moon-like surroundings.

18 days from £3869

Departing:

11 Jan 2013

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Perito Moreno Glacier

Machu Picchu & a South American Passage

24 days from £4099

Departing:

30 Oct 2012
Machu Picchu, Peru

Enjoy the trip of a lifetime to Machu Picchu, one of the most famous icons of the Inca world, followed by a fascinating cruise around the coast of South America.

Highlights of Peru, Ecuador & the Galápagos

16 days from £4569

Departing:

27 Oct 2012
The most famous resident of the Galapagos Islands - a Giant Tortoise

Truly the experience of a lifetime, marvel at the magnificence of Machu Picchu, the enchanting beauty of Ecuador and the captivating natural wonders of the Galápagos on this unforgettable tour and cruise.

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Highlights of Peru, Ecuador & the Galapagos + The Amazon
+ 3 extra nights from £516

Immerse yourself in the spectacular scenery of the Amazon with a stay in the heart of the luxuriant, tropical rainforest.

18 days from £5085

Departing:

27 Oct 2012

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The most famous resident of the Galapagos Islands - a Giant Tortoise

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