Christmas & New Year Tours in South America
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10 best Christmas & New Year South America tour packages
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- 【South America】 21 days 5-country tour to Brazil, Argentina, Uruguay, Chile, Peru Package
- Buenos Aires to La Paz via Iguazu and Uyuni (20 Days)
- Bolivia, Peru & Ecuador with Galápagos : The Spirit of the Andes & Islands
- Christmas in Antarctica
- La Paz and Titicaca to Buenos Aires via Uyuni (19 Days)
- LUXURY ANDES Peru, Bolivia, Chile
- Overnight Christmas & New Year Luxury Glacier Cruise from El Calafate
- The Heart of South America: Santiago to Rio in 14 Days
- Chile, Argentina and Brazil - 15 days
- Northern Argentina, Chile & Uyuni Salt Flats
Holiday magic unfolds across South America with Christmas markets in Buenos Aires and New Year festivities in vibrant cities. The festive Windsor Excelsior Rio and Inkaterra Hacienda Amazon welcome visitors. Christ the Redeemer and Machu Picchu shine with seasonal charm.
Duration 21 days Destinations Brazil, Argentina, Uruguay, Chile, Peru Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Delightful Travel From
- US$10,125
Duration 20 days Destinations Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Bolivia Age Range Ages 18+ Operator Hi Travel Argentina From
- US$1,928
Duration 17 days Destinations Bolivia, Peru, Ecuador Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Wonderful Holidays UK From $9,041
20% Off- US$7,232You save $1,808
Antarctica beckons for an unforgettable holiday adventure. Christmas celebrations aboard M/V Sea Spirit feature Santa's appearance on ice. Unique holiday traditions complement views of penguin colonies and polar landscapes.
Duration 12 days Destinations Ushuaia, Antarctic Peninsula, King George Island Age Range Ages 6+ Operator Poseidon Expeditions From
20% Off- US$15,595
Holiday cheer flows from La Paz to Buenos Aires. Traditional Bolivian Christmas customs blend with Argentine New Year celebrations. Madero Tango hosts special holiday shows while colonial cities burst with seasonal markets.
Duration 19 days Destinations Bolivia, Chile, Argentina Age Range Ages 18+ Operator Hi Travel Argentina From
20% Off- US$2,039
Luxury defines South American holidays, from JW Marriott Lima to Palacio de Sal Uyuni. La Rosa Nautica and San Francisco Monastery in Cusco offer festive dining, while Machu Picchu and Lake Titicaca's sacred islands provide unique New Year settings.
Duration 16 days Destinations Peru, Bolivia, Chile Age Range Ages 10+ Operator EUROLATINO Tour Operators From
20% Off- US$6,682
Duration 2 days Destinations El Calafate Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, Spanish Operator Signature DMC From
20% Off- US$1,190
Duration 14 days Destinations Chile, Argentina, Brazil Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Wonderful Holidays UK From
20% Off- US$4,387
Chile, Argentina and Brazil - 15 days
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“Absolutely Outstanding and certainly a trip of a lifetime! This includes breathtaking scenery, truly world class cities, and culinary delights.”
Neil, traveled in April
Duration 15 days Destinations Chile, Argentina, Brazil Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, Spanish Operator Receptivo Aborigen Tours From $2,199
15% Off- US$1,869You save $330
Three South American countries host year-end festivities, from Buenos Aires to Bolivia's salt flats. Enjoy holiday tango shows, traditional Christmas markets in Salta, and New Year celebrations in San Pedro de Atacama. Marvel at Purmamarca's Seven Colors Hill and rest at unique venues including Salt Hotel.
Duration 16 days Destinations Argentina, Chile, Bolivia Age Range Ages 8+ Operated in English, Spanish Operator Say Hueque Argentina & Chile Journeys From
15% Off- US$4,275
What people love about Christmas & New Year Tours in South America
- Chile, Argentina and Brazil - 15 days
Absolutely Outstanding and certainly a trip of a lifetime! I would highly recommend this adventure to anyone that wants a real flavor of South America from many aspects. This includes breathtaking scenery, truly world class cities, interesting social and cultural exposure, culinary delights and excitement at every turn. Unique bragging rights you can share included crossing the Andes Mountains by boat, many tastes of football, the best waterfall in the world, several UNESCO Sites, world class national parks and so many sights to see. And your support? Good transportation to every destination, excellent accommodation's and local tours with amply time to taste your environment. Two Oceans, two languages, different climates, and many kilometers made efficiently with the result; SUCH FUN!
What our customers ask about Christmas & New Year Tours in South America
What are the best destinations to visit in South America during Christmas & New Year?
South America offers excellent holiday destinations with distinct local flavors. Buenos Aires comes alive with tango shows at venues like La Ventana while Rio de Janeiro's Copacabana Beach hosts one of the world's largest New Year's celebrations. In Peru Cusco and Machu Picchu blend ancient traditions with holiday festivities. Santiago's Plaza de Armas transforms into a festive hub with Christmas markets. Many travelers who book through TourRadar recommend stays at properties like the Altiplanico Bellas Artes in Santiago saying "the atmosphere was magical during the holidays."
What's the weather like in South America during the Christmas & New Year period?
December and January bring summer to South America with consistently good weather for travel. Buenos Aires sees temperatures of 25-30°C (77-86°F). The Andean regions including Cusco enter their wet season with afternoon showers and temperatures near 20°C (68°F). Coastal cities like Lima stay warm and dry at about 24°C (75°F). A TourRadar traveler noted "We experienced perfect weather for sightseeing during our Christmas tour through Peru and Argentina though we needed to pack both summer clothes and rain gear for different locations."
What special Christmas & New Year celebrations or activities are included in South American tours?
Tours across South America feature local holiday traditions. Buenos Aires offers tango dinner shows at La Ventana Tango House with special holiday performances. Cusco's Plaza de Armas hosts Christmas markets where visitors can browse local crafts. Many hotels organize festivities such as the Hilton Lima Miraflores' gala dinners and Sonesta Hotel Cusco's holiday events. According to a TourRadar traveler "The New Year's celebration in Buenos Aires was unforgettable with live music traditional dancing and amazing food."
How do South American Christmas traditions differ from Western celebrations?
South American Christmas reflects a mix of Catholic heritage and regional customs. Cusco's Santuranticuy fills Plaza de Armas on Christmas Eve with vendors selling crafts and religious items. In Rio revelers dress in white for Reveillon at Copacabana Beach. Argentinian families gather for late Christmas Eve dinners centered around asado barbecue. A TourRadar traveler noted: "Experiencing Christmas in Peru showed us a beautiful mix of colonial Spanish traditions and indigenous Andean customs."
What special holiday meals and traditions can I experience during Christmas & New Year tours?
Each country offers distinct holiday foods and customs. Argentina serves traditional asado and pan dulce at places like LIBERTADOR Hotel. Brazilian reveillon celebrations feature seafood and champagne at hotels such as Windsor Excelsior. As noted by a TourRadar traveler: "The Christmas Eve dinner at Inkaterra Hacienda Concepcion in Peru combined traditional turkey with Amazonian specialties - truly unforgettable." Tour packages often include special holiday meals that showcase local traditions.
What are the must-see destinations for Christmas & New Year in South America?
Key locations include Copacabana Beach in Rio for its New Year's celebration Buenos Aires' La Boca district for Christmas markets and Santiago's Plaza de Armas for traditional events. TourRadar travelers note: "The combination of Iguazu Falls and Christmas celebrations in both Brazil and Argentina was magical." Visitors should consider Machu Picchu for solstice celebrations Valparaiso's harbor fireworks display and holiday stays at Amazon lodges like Inkaterra Hacienda Concepcion.
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