South America is full of contrast, from vibrant cities and colourful culture to dramatic landscapes, ancient history and unforgettable wildlife experiences. Whether you want to explore places like Peru, Brazil and Argentina, cruise through Antarctica or discover the Galápagos Islands, there’s a huge variety of travel experiences across the region.
It’s a destination that suits adventurous travellers, food lovers, cruisers and culture seekers alike, with options ranging from guided tours and expedition cruises through to luxury rail journeys, bucket-list experiences and multi-country itineraries.
South America offers everything from luxury cruises and guided tours through to adventure travel, wildlife experiences and multi-country itineraries across some of the world’s most diverse landscapes. You can focus on one destination like Peru or Brazil, or combine multiple countries into one larger trip — for example Argentina and Chile, or Peru and the Galápagos Islands. It’s also a popular destination for expedition cruising, especially Antarctica, Patagonia and the Amazon River.
Home to Machu Picchu, the Sacred Valley and rich Incan history, Peru combines mountain scenery, local culture, colourful markets and unforgettable rail journeys through some of South America’s most iconic landscapes.
Famous for Rio de Janeiro, tropical beaches and carnival culture, Brazil offers vibrant cities, rainforest experiences, incredible scenery and iconic landmarks like Christ the Redeemer overlooking the coastline below.
Known for Buenos Aires, Patagonia and world-famous wine regions, Argentina combines dramatic landscapes, glacier scenery, incredible food and culture with opportunities for guided touring, cruising and outdoor adventure experiences.
One of the world’s most remote destinations, Antarctica is explored through expedition cruises featuring wildlife encounters, towering glaciers, zodiac excursions and breathtaking icy landscapes unlike anywhere else on earth today.
The Galápagos Islands are known for unique wildlife, volcanic scenery and expedition cruising, with opportunities to snorkel, hike and experience one of the world’s most remarkable natural ecosystems firsthand.
From the Atacama Desert to Patagonia and the Chilean fjords, Chile offers dramatic scenery, wildlife encounters, adventure travel experiences and some of South America’s most spectacular natural landscapes to explore.