Local Living Tours & Trips in South America
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10 best Local Living South America tour packages
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- Southern Divide
- Ecuador Quest
- 7 Day Andean Experience Through the Living Culture of the Incas
- City, Jungle & Mountains: Buenos Aires, Iguazú & Salta
- Treasures of the Incas (Small Groups, Base, 12 Days)
- Lares Valley Trek & Huilloc Homestay
- Lares Valley Trek
- The Best of Brazil & Argentina with Brazil's Amazon
- Lima, Cusco and Ica
- Inca Trail connection lares to Machu Picchu 4 days
Southern Divide
10 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“South America is such a beautiful and unique place. Highly recommended”
Verity, traveled in August 2016
- Meet your group in Lima
- Explore Cusco's markets and cuisine
- Visit the Sacred Valley weaving co-op
Duration 21 days Destinations Peru, Bolivia, Chile Age Range up to 90 year olds Operated in English Operator G Adventures - From $4,399
- US$3,079You save $1,319
- Price per day
- $147
Ecuador Quest
41 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“We had the time and honeymoon of our lives in Ecuador! From a taster of a shamanic wedding ceremony to making amazing friends.”
Laura, traveled in July 2022
- Meet your CEO and group in Quito
- Choose adventure sports in Baños
- Explore the Amazon with a Quichua family
Duration 8 days Destinations Quito, Banos, Otavalo Age Range up to 90 year olds Operated in English Operator G Adventures - From $999
- US$699You save $299
- Price per day
- $87
7 Day Andean Experience Through the Living Culture of the Incas
85 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The itinerary was full but not too much for eight 65+ travelers. It was well paced and in a good order to understand the Inka empire and scope.”
Jan, traveled in October 2023
- Arrive at Machu Picchu before sunrise and the crowds
- Get an insight into South American culture and history
- Meet Andean animals at the sanctuary of Cochawasi
Duration 7 days Destinations Cusco, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Ollantaytambo, Maras, Moray, Chinchero, Pisac Age Range up to 70 year olds Operated in English, Spanish Operator Inkayni Peru Tours - From
- US$1,199
- Price per day
- $171
City, Jungle & Mountains: Buenos Aires, Iguazú & Salta
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“We absolutely loved this tour! The English speaking guides were good, especially Angela at Puerto Iguazú.”
Laurie, traveled in January 2024
- - Discover the unique culture of Argentina and its amazing gastronomy
- - Marvel yourself with an incredible tango show
- - Visit the Obelisk, icon of the city, the colorful houses of La Boca neighborhood, the Congress, the Pink House and more.
Duration 11 days Destinations Buenos Aires, Iguazu Falls, Salta, Cafayate, Purmamarca, Tilcara Age Range 18 to 70 year olds Operated in English, Spanish Operator People Travel and Experience - From
- US$1,815
- Price per day
- $165
- Dine at SAPIENS with chef Jaime Pesaque
- Explore Lima's historic sites and Barranco
- Train ride to Machu Picchu with scenic views
Duration 12 days Destinations Lima, Cusco, Sacred Valley, Ollantaytambo, Machu Picchu, Juliaca, Puno, Lake Titicaca Age Range up to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Luxury Gold - From
- US$6,385+$613 upfront costs
- Price per day
- $532
- Trek through Lares with a local guide
- Explore ancient Inca trails and rustic towns
- Experience a traditional homestay in Huilloc
Duration 3 days Destinations Cusco, Lares, Ollantaytambo Age Range 18 to 65 year olds Operated in English, Spanish Operator Unu Raymi Expeditions - From
- US$499
- Price per day
- $166
- Trek through the scenic Lares Valley
- Relax in the thermal baths of Lares
- Camp under the stars near Cuncani
Duration 3 days Destinations Lares, Cusco Age Range 18 to 65 year olds Operated in English, Spanish Operator Unu Raymi Expeditions - From
- US$399
- Price per day
- $133
The Best of Brazil & Argentina with Brazil's Amazon
14 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Great itinerary. Very helpful, knowledgeable and professional guides and reps.”
Anthony, traveled in February 2023
- Cruise down Rio Negro to the Meeting of Waters
- Explore the Amazon with a Naturalist guide
- Fish for piranhas in an Amazon native village
Duration 13 days Destinations Manaus, Rio de Janeiro, Foz Do Iguacu, Iguazu Falls, Buenos Aires Age Range up to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Cosmos - From
- US$2,939+$2,252 upfront costs
- Price per day
- $226
- Explore the historic center of Cusco
- Tour the Sacred Valley and Inca ruins
- Visit Machu Picchu with a guided tour
Duration 7 days Destinations Lima, Cusco, Ica Age Range 1 to 89 year olds Operated in English, Spanish Operator America Viajes - From
- US$1,900
- Price per day
- $271
- Ride through Sacred Valley to Lares hot springs
- Watch Alpaca fabric weaving in Wacawasi
- Hike to Condor Pass and view Mount Veronica
Duration 4 days Destinations Cusco, Lares, Machu Picchu, Aguas Calientes Age Range up to 66 year olds Operated in English Operator CondeTravel - From
- US$760
- Price per day
- $190
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