The Best Organized Tours Under $1000 in South America

Guided Group Tours, Vacation Packages, or Planned Itineraries

South America

These top rated budget tours in South America are all priced under $1000 and prove that affordability and adventure really can go hand in hand. We've analyzed a wide range of organized tours, holiday packages, and tour packages from highly reviewed companies, ensuring that you get the best deals without compromising on quality. With pocket-friendly prices, stellar guest ratings, impeccable service, enticing destinations, and thrilling activities, these curated affordable tours to South America under $1000 offer an unbeatable travel experience without the hefty price tag.


The Top 3 Tours:

  • 5 Days, $699.00

  • 5 Days, $698.00

  • 7 Days, $899.00
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The Best Tours Under $1000 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 G Adventures 5 Days Start/End in Cusco 5 Destinations
  • On Sale: 15% Off
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.

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

starstarstarstarstar 4.9 rating

Age Range: 12 to 99
Maximum Group Size: 16
Price per Day: $119

This tour visits Cusco, Vilcabamba, Llaqtapata, Salkantay Mountain, Colcapampa, Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu, and Ollantaytambo.

  • Hiking & Trekking
  • Camping
  • Mountain Hikes
  • Attraction-Based Hikes
  • 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.



$699 $594
on TourRadar

Organized by TreXperience 5 Days Start/End in Cusco 6 Destinations
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.

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

starstarstarstarstar 4.8 rating

Age Range: 6 to 65
Maximum Group Size: 16
Price per Day: $140

This tour visits Cusco, Salkantay Mountain, Lucmabamba, Llaqtapata, Aguas Calientes, and Machu Picchu.

  • Hiking & Trekking
  • Family
  • Camping
  • Mountain Hikes
  • Attraction-Based Hikes
  • Fully Guided

By TreXperience
TreXperience offers local hiking tours through Peru. Customers of TreXperience often have a very personal experience, because most of their tours have less than 15 people. This company's tour offerings are generally priced lower than others, which makes them attractive for budget travelers. Many of their tours explore the outdoors, giving you opportunities to hike, trek, or spot local wildlife.



$698
on TourRadar

Organized by Inca Explorer Peru 7 Days Start/End in Cusco 7 Destinations
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.

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

starstarstarstarstar 4.4 rating

Age Range: 5 to 75
Maximum Group Size: 15
Price per Day: $128

This tour visits Cusco, Maras, Chinchero, Santa Maria, Santa Teresa, Aguas Calientes, and Machu Picchu.

  • Hiking & Trekking
  • Family
  • Mountain Hikes
  • Jungle Trekking
  • Attraction-Based Hikes
  • Fully Guided

By Inca Explorer Peru
Inca Explorer Peru offers local cultural tours through Peru. Customers of Inca Explorer Peru often have a very personal experience, because most of their tours have less than 15 people. This company's tour offerings are generally priced lower than others, which makes them attractive for budget travelers.



$899
on TourRadar

Organized by G Adventures 7 Days Start/End in Santa Marta 1 Destinations
  • On Sale: 20% Off
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for tours under $1000 in South America.
  • In Depth: you'll spend a longer amount of time in each place.

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

starstarstarstarstar 4.4 rating

Age Range: 12 to 90
Maximum Group Size: 16
Price per Day: $114

This tour visits Santa Marta.

  • Hiking & Trekking
  • 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.



$999 $799
on TourRadar

Organized by Bamba Travel 6 Days Start/End in Cusco 8 Destinations
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.

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

starstarstarstarstar 4.9 rating

Age Range: 16 to 100
Maximum Group Size: 20
Price per Day: $139

This tour visits Cusco, Mollepata, Chaullay, Colcapampa, Santa Teresa, Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu, and Ollantaytambo.

  • Hiking & Trekking
  • Mountain Hikes
  • Attraction-Based Hikes
  • Partially Guided

By Bamba Travel
Bamba Travel is a large international travel company offering trips all over the world. Budget travelers will appreciate the relative affordability of the company's offerings.



$831
on TourRadar

Organized by Bamba Travel 5 Days Start/End in Cusco 7 Destinations
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.

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

starstarstarstarstar 4.8 rating

Age Range: 16 to 100
Maximum Group Size: 20
Price per Day: $159

This tour visits Cusco, Mollepata, Colcapampa, Santa Teresa, Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu, and Ollantaytambo.

  • Hiking & Trekking
  • Mountain Hikes
  • Attraction-Based Hikes
  • Partially Guided

By Bamba Travel
Bamba Travel is a large international travel company offering trips all over the world. Budget travelers will appreciate the relative affordability of the company's offerings.



$797
on TourRadar

Organized by Bamba Travel 5 Days Start/End in Cusco 4 Destinations
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.

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

starstarstarstarstar 4.7 rating

Age Range: 10 to 100
Maximum Group Size: 20
Price per Day: $176

This tour visits Cusco, Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu, and Ollantaytambo.

  • Hiking & Trekking
  • Family
  • Mountain Hikes
  • Attraction-Based Hikes
  • Partially Guided

By Bamba Travel
Bamba Travel is a large international travel company offering trips all over the world. Budget travelers will appreciate the relative affordability of the company's offerings.



$881
on TourRadar

Organized by TreXperience 5 Days Start/End in Cusco 7 Destinations
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.

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

starstarstarstarstar 4.5 rating

Age Range: 12 to 70
Maximum Group Size: 16
Price per Day: $190

This tour visits Cusco, Lares, Cancha Cancha, Ollantaytambo, Winay Wayna, Machu Picchu, and Aguas Calientes.

  • Hiking & Trekking
  • Family
  • Mountain Hikes
  • Attraction-Based Hikes
  • Fully Guided

By TreXperience
TreXperience offers local hiking tours through Peru. Customers of TreXperience often have a very personal experience, because most of their tours have less than 15 people. This company's tour offerings are generally priced lower than others, which makes them attractive for budget travelers. Many of their tours explore the outdoors, giving you opportunities to hike, trek, or spot local wildlife.



$950
on TourRadar

Organized by HI Travel South America 5 Days Start/End in El Calafate 8 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for tours under $1000 in South America.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.
  • Independence: immerse yourself in the culture with self guided travel.

Great for:
  • Adventure Travelers
  • Hiking Enthusiasts

starstarstarstarstar 4.3 rating

Age Range: 18 to 99
Maximum Group Size: 15
Price per Day: $107

  • Self-Guided
  • Attraction-Based Hikes

By HI Travel South America
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.



$534
on TourRadar

Organized by CondeTravel 5 Days Start/End in Puerto Maldonado 2 Destinations
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • In Depth: you'll spend a longer amount of time in each place.

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

starstarstarstarstar 4.5 rating

Age Range: 5 to 70
Maximum Group Size: 15
Price per Day: $170

  • Wildlife
  • Hiking & Trekking
  • Family
  • Jungle Trekking
  • Partially Guided

By CondeTravel
Focusing on Peru and Bolivia, CondeTravel is a smaller tour company providing a more personal service to customers. Customers of CondeTravel often have a very personal experience, because most of their tours have less than 14 people. This company's tour offerings are generally priced lower than others, which makes them attractive for budget travelers.



$852
on TourRadar

Why does South America appeal to budget travelers?

South America's affordability and range of options make it ideal for budget travelers. The region's natural and cultural beauty, along with its wallet-friendly options provide exceptional value for budget-conscious adventurers. Rio de Janeiro is known for its samba dancing, sandy beaches, and Carnival. Rio de Janeiro, Sao Paulo, and Salvador offer plenty of amazing museums and sights to explore. Rio de Janeiro, Salvador, and Sao Paulo are foodie destinations with fantastic cuisine and world-class restaurants. Budget travelers love Rio de Janeiro, Foz do Iguacu, and Salvador because of the affordable activities and social vibe. The affordable tour options here allow easy and affordable access to amazing experiences without breaking the bank.

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How much do tours under $1000 cost in South America?

The average daily price of Tours Under $1000 in South America is $131 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 Tours Under $1000 in South America here.


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$131
Average Price Per Day
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Tours Analyzed
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Average Rating
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Average Group Size

Which Tour Companies Offer Tours Under $1000?

A number of fantastic tour companies offer tours under $1000 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.

Aborigen Tours

Receptivo Aborigen Tours is a large international travel company offering tours all over the world. Some of their most popular destinations include Argentina, Chile, Turkey, and Egypt. The company appeals to travelers of all ages, with many tours focusing on families with children. A large number of their tours fall within in the mid-range price category.

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Bamba Travel

Bamba Travel is a large international travel company offering tours all over the world. Some of their most popular destinations include Peru, Mexico, Brazil, and Bolivia. The company appeals to travelers of all ages, with many tours focusing on families with children. Budget travelers will appreciate the relative affordability of the company's offerings. The company's adventures often highlight activities such as island hopping, camping, whale watching, surfing, snorkelling, kayaking, and wine tasting.

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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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LimaTours

LimaTours offers local cultural tours through Peru and Bolivia. Most participants are adults and the tours range in length from 3 days to 2 weeks. The small group sizes, often less than 13, make for a very personal experience. The company appeals to travelers of all ages, with many tours focusing on families with children. Budget travelers will appreciate the relative affordability of the company's offerings.

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Under $1000 Destinations in South America

Wondering where under $1000 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.

Backpackers flock to the city for its wild nightlife scene and beautiful beaches. There's a huge backpacker culture here and many hostels around town that offer a social setting and plenty of activities for guests.

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.

This is one of the country's most popular backpacker destinations so you'll find plenty of hostels and young travelers to hang out with. The falls itself is truly incredible and well worth the trip.

Salvador

Salvador is the capital city of the state of Bahia. It has a historic area that is filled with colonial architecture that dates back to the Portuguese colonial period. Today the city's culture still reflects its Afro-Brazilian roots. The city also runs along the coastline and is home to several beautiful, sandy beaches.

Backpackers love the historical architecture and the authenticity that this city offers. There are also a number of hostels around town.

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Other popular destinations for under $1000 tours through South America include Cusco, Aguas Calientes, Ollantaytambo, Buenos Aires, and El Calafate.


Which is cheaper?

Are guided tours under $1000 more expensive than independent travel? It depends. Tours typically bundle accommodations, transportation, meals, tickets, guides, and activities into one price, while independent travel requires paying for these elements separately. To understand the cost difference, compare the total price of a tour with the estimated cost of handling all arrangements yourself. Personal preferences, like staying in budget accommodations or dining at upscale restaurants, could tip the balance either way. Always check what's covered in the tour to make an informed comparison.

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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