10 Days in South America: The Best Organized Tours

Guided Group Tours, Vacation Packages, or Planned Itineraries

South America

Are you craving an unforgettable 10-day tour experience to South America that strikes the perfect balance between relaxation and adventure? Look no further than our carefully curated selection of 10-day guided organized tours, holiday packages, and vacation itineraries. We've analyzed these tours based on key criteria such as price, comfort, service, guest ratings, and activities in order to find the top 10-day tours in South America for your next trip. Whether you're yearning for thrilling excursions, mouthwatering cuisine, or simply a chance to unwind, these 10-day tours offer the perfect length to immerse yourself in your destination. Get ready to embark on an extraordinary journey that will leave you with memories to treasure for a lifetime.


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The Best 10-Day Tours through South America

Including guided tours, organized tours, holiday packages, all-inclusive vacations, and guided itineraries.

All tour prices are listed in US Dollars before taxes, and come from a base price that is reported by TourRadar. Peak season prices can vary significantly, particularly in destinations where seasonal travel fluctuates dramatically. While we do our best to evaluate all tours to maintain accuracy, always confirm the details directly with TourRadar or the tour company before booking. The information provided on this website is sourced directly from TourRadar and may change at any time.

Organized by Hi Travel Argentina 10 Days El Calafate to Ushuaia 7 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for tours lasting 10 days in South America.
  • Personal: offers a smaller group size.
  • Independence: immerse yourself in the culture with self guided travel.
  • Great for Hiking Enthusiasts

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Age Range: 18 to 99
Maximum Group Size: 6
Price per Day: $131

This tour visits El Calafate, El Chalten, Los Glaciares National Park, Perito Moreno Glacier, Torres del Paine National Park, Rio Gallegos, and Ushuaia.

  • Sightseeing
  • Self-Guided
  • Attraction-Based Hikes

By Hi Travel Argentina
Hi Travel Argentina is a smaller tour company that offers trips to 5 countries, including Argentina, Chile, Bolivia, and Brazil. The small group sizes, often less than 7, make for a very personal experience. Budget travelers will appreciate the relative affordability of the company's offerings. The company's adventures often highlight activities such as wine tasting, camping, whale watching, and white water rafting.



$1,308
on TourRadar

Organized by G Adventures 10 Days Start/End in Lima 8 Destinations
  • On Sale: 25% Off
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for tours lasting 10 days in South America.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.

Great for:
  • History Enthusiasts
  • Adventure Travelers
  • Nature Lovers
  • Hiking Enthusiasts

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Age Range: 12 to 90
Maximum Group Size: 16
Price per Day: $210

This tour visits Lima, Cusco, Sacred Valley, Ollantaytambo, Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu, Puerto Maldonado, and Tambopata National Reserve.

  • Sightseeing
  • Historical
  • Jungle Trekking
  • Fully Guided

By G Adventures
G Adventures is a popular travel company that specializes in small-group adventure tours worldwide. They focus on sustainable tourism, immersive cultural experiences, and off-the-beaten-path destinations.



$2,799 $2,099
on TourRadar

Organized by Intrepid Travel 10 Days Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro 4 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for tours lasting 10 days in South America.
  • In Depth: you'll spend a longer amount of time in each place.

Great for:
  • Culture Lovers
  • Hiking Enthusiasts

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Age Range: 15 to 99
Maximum Group Size: 16
Price per Day: $229

This tour visits Buenos Aires, Colonia del sacramento, Foz Do Iguacu, Iguazu Falls, and Rio de Janeiro.

  • Sightseeing
  • In-depth Cultural
  • Family
  • Attraction-Based Hikes
  • Fully Guided

By Intrepid Travel
Intrepid specializes in small-group adventure travel with a strong focus on sustainable tourism and authentic experiences. They cater to different travel styles, from budget-friendly backpacking-style tours to premium small-group adventures.



$2,291
on TourRadar

Organized by Contiki 10 Days Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro 3 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for tours lasting 10 days in South America.
  • In Depth: you'll spend a longer amount of time in each place.
  • Great for History Enthusiasts

starstarstarstarstar 4.5 rating

Age Range: 18 to 35
Maximum Group Size: 39
Price per Day: $239

This tour visits Buenos Aires, Iguazu Falls, and Rio de Janeiro.

  • Sightseeing
  • Historical
  • Fully Guided

By Contiki
Contiki specializes in group tours for young travelers (ages 18-35). Their trips emphasize social experiences, adventure, and vibrant nightlife while covering top destinations worldwide. They offer different styles, from fast-paced itineraries to more laid-back explorations, catering to solo travelers and groups alike.



$1,905
on TourRadar

Organized by National Geographic Journeys with G Adventures 10 Days Lima to Cusco 11 Destinations
  • On Sale: 25% Off
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for tours lasting 10 days in South America.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.

Great for:
  • History Enthusiasts
  • Adventure Travelers
  • Nature Lovers
  • Hiking Enthusiasts

starstarstarstarstar 4.5 rating

Age Range: 12 to 99
Maximum Group Size: 16
Price per Day: $255

This tour visits Lima, Puerto Maldonado, Tambopata National Reserve, Cusco, Sacred Valley, Urubamba, Pisac, Ollantaytambo, Wayllabamba, Machu Picchu, and Aguas Calientes.

  • Sightseeing
  • Historical
  • Mountain Hikes
  • Fully Guided

By National Geographic Journeys with G Adventures
National Geographic Journeys with G Adventures is a large multi-national travel company which offers trips to destinations around the world. Despite being priced a bit higher, the small group sizes create a more personal and unique experience for travelers. With a focus on wildlife and nature, they ensure you'll have a fantastic experience.



$3,399 $2,549
on TourRadar

Organized by Intrepid Travel 10 Days Lima to Cusco 13 Destinations
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Personal: offers a smaller group size.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.

Great for:
  • Animal Lovers
  • History Enthusiasts

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Age Range: 15 to 99
Maximum Group Size: 12
Price per Day: $292

This tour visits Lima, Miraflores, Puerto Maldonado, Cusco, Sacred Valley, Ollantaytambo, Machu Picchu, Urubamba, Aguas Calientes, Pacaymayo Valley, Vilcabamba, Sayacmarca, and Winay Wayna.

  • Wildlife
  • Sightseeing
  • Historical
  • Fully Guided

By Intrepid Travel
Intrepid specializes in small-group adventure travel with a strong focus on sustainable tourism and authentic experiences. They cater to different travel styles, from budget-friendly backpacking-style tours to premium small-group adventures.



$2,918
on TourRadar

Organized by Collette 10 Days Start/End in Lima 8 Destinations
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.

Great for:
  • History Enthusiasts
  • Culture Lovers

starstarstarstarstar 4.7 rating

Age Range: 5 to 99
Maximum Group Size: 44
Price per Day: $365

This tour visits Lima, Machu Picchu, Cusco, Sacred Valley, Ollantaytambo, Puno, Uros Reed Islands, and Lake Titicaca.

  • Sightseeing
  • Historical
  • Educational
  • Fully Guided

By Collette
Collette is a long-established tour operator offering guided tours with a balance of structured sightseeing and free time. Their trips range from classic group tours to small-group explorations, faith-based travel, and luxury options. They emphasize comfort, cultural immersion, and local experiences, often including unique dining and hands-on activities.



$2,849
on TourRadar

Organized by Contiki 10 Days Buenos Aires to Rio de Janeiro 3 Destinations
  • In Depth: you'll spend a longer amount of time in each place.
  • Great for History Enthusiasts

starstarstarstarstar 4.5 rating

Age Range: 18 to 35
Maximum Group Size: 30
Price per Day: $353

This tour visits Buenos Aires, Iguazu Falls, and Rio de Janeiro.

  • Sightseeing
  • Historical
  • Fully Guided

By Contiki
Contiki specializes in group tours for young travelers (ages 18-35). Their trips emphasize social experiences, adventure, and vibrant nightlife while covering top destinations worldwide. They offer different styles, from fast-paced itineraries to more laid-back explorations, catering to solo travelers and groups alike.



$2,518
on TourRadar

Organized by Collette 10 Days Start/End in Lima 9 Destinations
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.

Great for:
  • Animal Lovers
  • Culture Lovers

starstarstarstarstar 4.7 rating

Age Range: 5 to 99
Maximum Group Size: 44
Price per Day: $400

  • Wildlife
  • Sightseeing
  • In-depth Cultural
  • Family
  • Fully Guided

By Collette
Collette is a long-established tour operator offering guided tours with a balance of structured sightseeing and free time. Their trips range from classic group tours to small-group explorations, faith-based travel, and luxury options. They emphasize comfort, cultural immersion, and local experiences, often including unique dining and hands-on activities.



$3,199
on TourRadar

Organized by Inkayni Peru Tours 10 Days Lima to Juliaca 14 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for tours lasting 10 days in South America.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Personal: offers a smaller group size.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.

Great for:
  • Adventure Travelers
  • Culture Lovers

starstarstarstarstar 4.7 rating

Age Range: 8 to 70
Maximum Group Size: 12
Price per Day: $182

  • In-depth Cultural
  • Family
  • Fully Guided

By Inkayni Peru Tours
Focusing on Peru and Bolivia, Inkayni Peru Tours is a smaller tour company providing a more personal service to customers. Traveling with Inkayni Peru Tours provides for a very personal experience, because most of their tours have less than 10 people. This company's tour offerings are generally priced lower than others, which makes them attractive for budget travelers.



$1,819
on TourRadar

Why does South America appeal to visitors?

South America appeals to travelers with its rich history, vibrant cities, scenic landscapes, and exciting culture. Rio de Janeiro, Sao Paulo, and Salvador offer plenty of amazing museums and sights to explore. Rio de Janeiro is known for its samba dancing, sandy beaches, and Carnival. Rio de Janeiro, Foz do Iguacu, and Florianopolis are world-renowned for hiking, with gorgeous trails and stunning natural landscapes. Rio de Janeiro, Salvador, and Sao Paulo are foodie destinations with fantastic cuisine and world-class restaurants. Rio de Janeiro, Florianopolis, and Salvador are popular with beach lovers. Tours to the region offer an amazing opportunity to dive into the best sights in a convenient way at an affordable price. You'll travel stress-free while creating amazing memories.

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How much do 10-day tours to South America cost?

The average daily price of 10-Day Tours in South America is $308 per day. Prices can vary widely due to the included amenities, length of the trip, number of guests on the tour, and many other factors. If you want more information about prices, we have put together a complete analysis of the costs of 10-Day Tours in South America here.


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$308
Average Price Per Day
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Tours Analyzed
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Average Rating
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Tour Companies
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Average Group Size

Which Tour Companies Offer 10-Day Tours?

A number of fantastic tour companies offer tours lasting 10 days in South America. These are a few of the best, because they offer the highest rated service, provide the best overall quality, and have the most five-star guest reviews to prove it.

Intrepid Travel

Intrepid Travel logo Intrepid Travel is a large international travel company offering tours all over the world. Some of their most popular destinations include Australia, Thailand, Tanzania, and Italy. Many of the tours fall into the mid-range price category. The company's adventures often highlight activities such as camping, wine tasting, snorkelling, kayaking, cooking classes, island hopping, white water rafting, surfing, horse riding, whale watching, and bird watching.

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G Adventures

G Adventures logo G Adventures is a large international travel company offering tours all over the world. Some of their most popular destinations include Thailand, Peru, South Africa, and Vietnam. Many of their tours are priced in the mid-range category. The company's adventures often highlight activities such as camping, island hopping, snorkelling, surfing, wine tasting, kayaking, cooking classes, water sports, jungle surfing, and canyoning.

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Collette

Collette logo Collette is a large international travel company offering tours all over the world. Some of their most popular destinations include the U.S., Italy, Great Britain, and France. The company appeals to travelers of all ages, with many tours focusing on families with children. Many of the tours fall into the mid-range price category. The company's adventures often highlight activities such as wine tasting, island hopping, and camping.

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Cultural Morocco Tours

Cultural Morocco Tours offers local cultural tours through Morocco. Most participants are adults and the tours range in length from 3 days to 4 weeks. Traveling with Cultural Morocco Tours provides for a very personal experience, because most of their tours have less than 7 people. Some of their offerings cater to families with children. This company's tour offerings are generally priced lower than others, which makes them attractive for budget travelers.

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10-Day Destinations in South America

Wondering where 10-day tours visit in South America? With a variety of stops and destinations along the way, there's something for everyone.

Rio de Janeiro

Rio de Janeiro is a world famous megacity that is filled with colorful neighborhoods and a population that knows how to have fun. The city has iconic beaches such as Copacabana and countless urban hikes that take you to dramatic mountain peaks. At night, people come out to party, and you're sure to have a good time, particularly during the Carnival season.

Rio de Janeiro is a world famous megacity that is filled with colorful neighborhoods and a population that knows how to have fun. The city has iconic beaches such as Copacabana and countless urban hikes that take you to dramatic mountain peaks. At night, people come out to party, and you're sure to have a good time, particularly during the Carnival season.

Foz Do Iguacu

Foz do Iguaçu is the main hub for visitors going to the waterfall on the Brazilian side. Iguaçu Falls is the largest waterfall in the world and it sits on the border between Brazil and Argentina. The are many separate cascades as well as walkways and trails around the falls. Devil's Throat is the tallest of the cascades.

Foz do Iguaçu is the main hub for visitors going to the waterfall on the Brazilian side. Iguaçu Falls is the largest waterfall in the world and it sits on the border between Brazil and Argentina. The are many separate cascades as well as walkways and trails around the falls. Devil's Throat is the tallest of the cascades.

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Other popular destinations for 10-day tours through South America include Buenos Aires, Quito, Cusco, Ollantaytambo, and Lima.


Which is cheaper?

Can you save money by traveling independently instead of joining guided tours lasting 10 days? It's not a simple yes or no. Tours usually include key expenses such as lodging, transportation, meals, entry fees, guides, and activities, which you'd need to manage and pay for individually on your own trip. To figure out the difference, compare the total tour price with the cost of making your own arrangements. Depending on your choices—like opting for budget hotels or premium dining—the cost of a tour might be higher or lower. Be sure to examine the tour inclusions carefully when comparing.

Also, before booking a tour, make sure you know exactly what is included as tour companies sometimes change their itineraries or included amenities to keep them updated with seasonal changes and customer interests.

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