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South America Trips

In South America, dig into the layered history of cities that pulse with modern life, discover rich ecosystems, and explore the ruins of the once-glorious civilizations of centuries past. Join our naturalists on the trails of the Peruvian Andes or the peaks of Patagonia. Step back in time amid the Inca temples of Machu Picchu, go snorkeling with sea lions on a voyage to the Galápagos Islands, or cruise the jungle waterways of the Amazon River Basin. Exploring alongside our knowledgeable experts and guides, you'll gain a deeper understanding of the history, wildlife, and cultures you encounter.

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2023

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2025

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Light: Daily activities may include city walking tours, visits to sites, game drives on bumpy roads, or easy hikes.
Light/Moderate: Daily activities may include city walking tours, visits to sites, game drives, or easy hikes, with options for more physical activities such as hiking, kayaking, snorkeling and biking.
Light or Moderate: Travelers can choose between a light or moderate activity level. For a light level of activity, daily activities may include city walking tours, visits to sites, game drives on bumpy roads, or easy hikes. For a moderate level, travelers should be prepared for multiple hours of physical activity (e.g. hiking, kayaking, biking) each day.
Moderate: Travelers should be physically fit and prepared for multiple hours of activity (e.g. hiking, kayaking, biking) each day.
Moderate/Strenuous: Travelers should be physically fit and prepared for multiple hours of activity (e.g. hiking, kayaking, biking) each day. Certain days may have more challenging physical activity, such as ascents/descents on steep mountainous terrain.
Strenuous: Designed for experienced active travelers in excellent physical condition, these itineraries may include full-day hikes (sometimes at high altitude) or full-day kayaking excursions. Trails often include steep ascents/descents on mountainous terrain, with some exposed sections.
Maximum: The ultimate challenge for serious hikers who are very fit and have experience hiking or trekking at high elevations. These itineraries include numerous challenging, full-day hikes. ?

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Service Level

Casual trips offer immersive travel experiences at an unbeatable value with free time and plenty of choices built into the itineraries. Accommodations are comfortable, well-located, and modest. Trips are led by dynamic local guides, some meals and activities are included, and transportation is provided for included excursions.
Premium expeditions are led by a National Geographic expert, an expedition team, or top guides, and tap into National Geographic's worldwide resources to allow for in-depth exploration and special access to sites and experts in the field. Itineraries are fully planned, with some free time. Accommodations are high-end or best available. Ground transportation and most meals and activities are included in the trip price.
Ultimate expeditions feature sweeping, themed itineraries that cover great distances using a specially configured private jet. These itineraries are fully planned and comprise private performances, special access to sites, and visits with local experts. Services include travel by private jet, a team of National Geographic experts, local guides, a dedicated flight staff and expedition manager, world-class meals and accommodations, and ground transportation.

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