Asunción – Estancia – Independencia – Bella Vista – Foz do Iguacu

Day 1: Asunción
Arrival at the Asunción Airport and transport to the Hotel.
Spend the rest of the day at your leisure.

Day 2: Asunción
Take our half-day City-Tour and explore Asunción -a city with a million inhabitants and a rather down to earth, original, and provincial feeling instead of a hectic pace. Visit the old train station which boasts the oldest railway in South America (no longer in service), the Panteón, the Government Palace and stroll down the main street „Calle Palma“ with us. Experience a typical South America market atmosphere at the Pettirossi Market and take advantage of the inexpensive shopping.
Spend the rest of the day at your leisure.

Day 3+4: Asunción – Estancia
Aventura
You will be expected for lunch at the Estancia Aventura. This 106-acre farm, which has cattle and horses, is located in the hills of the Cordillera, one of the most scenic areas of eastern Paraguay.
You will have your choice of horse riding, swimming, tennis, hiking, or simply relaxing. Spend a day on the back of a very easy, rideable horse, and enjoy being together with real gauchos.

Day 5: Estancia Aventura -
Independencia
In the late morning, the trip continues. Each year on the 8th of December, hundreds of thousands of pilgrims descend upon the basilica in the center of the city. After visiting the church we will continue on and drive to a wine-growing colony named Independencia which was formed by emigrants from Baden. This colony is located in what was once the oldest and largest wine-growing region of Paraguay.

Day 6: Independencia – Bella Vista
We depart early in the morning to the distant colony of Bella Vista (350 km), which was founded 100 years ago by German immigrants. It is located near the third largest river in the world, the Rio Parana.
On our way, we will Stop in Villa Florida, a small fishing village with beautiful sandy beaches, and in San Miguel. San Miguel is known for his creative making of ponchos, hammocks, etc. which are still made on old-fashioned looms. If we are lucky, we can see the men and women at work. Just before Bella Vista, we will reach the ruins of the former Jesuit village of Trinadad del Parana. Under the guidance of spanish Jesuit Padres, the Guarani Indians established in the middle of a then impenetrable jungle a huge complex with towers, ramparts and cathedrals houses for 4,000 people. Experience the magic of this location.

Day 7: Bella Vista – Foz do Iguacu
In the morning we visit one of the largest Yerba Mata factories in Paraguay (closed on Saturday, Sunday and holidays). Here, we have the possibility to follow the entire production process (in season) from harvest to the finished product, and a chance to sample the product. Mate ist he national drink of Paraguay. No matter where you find yourself in Paraguay, you will see people drinking it with a special tube and cup.
Then, we will proceed to the city of Ciudad del Este (250 km from Bella Vista). There, we start our sightseeing tour. First we tour Itaipu, the largest hydropower plant in the world. A documentary will explain the origins of this giant plant. Afterwords, we take a bus tour to an 8 km wide dam, with a view of an enormous turbine hall inside of the dam. After this, we leave Paraguay, crossing the „Bridge of Friendship“ to Brazil.
Optional evening: Visit to the Churrasqueria Rafain + Show (closed Sundays)

Day 8: Foz do Iguacu
In the morning, we will visit the Brazilian side of one of the largest waterfalls in the world. The waterfall stands 2700 meters wide, and the water falls 80 meters, creating quite the spectacle. The mist causes a rainbow which stretches over the falls, creating a natural phenomenon not to be missed.
Transfer to the airport.

Included items:
Accommodations in selected mid-class hotels, breakfast included
All other meals as mentioned in the program.
Excursions, transfers, sightseeing and admission fees as mentioned in the program.
English-speaking local travel guide.

Not included:
All services not mentioned.
Tips, drinks and expenses of a personal nature
International flights and airport fees

Current prices see our price-list.
Special prices at Christmas, New Years Eve, Carnival, Easter and on bank holidays and trade-fair dates on request.