Journey Through Paraguay’s Living Heritage

Some places don’t just preserve history—they live in it.

On this intimate heritage tour through Capiatá, Ita, Pirayú, Yaguarón, and Paraguarí, you’ll peel back the layers of Paraguay’s past and encounter the roots of its identity. Explore quiet museums, walk through family homes where traditional crafts are still lovingly made, and stand in awe inside the Franciscan church in Yaguarón—an architectural masterpiece that has stood for over 250 years.

Discover the story of Paraguay’s first dictator, gaze across sweeping mountain views from Cerro Perõ, and hear how railroads and wars shaped the region. Throughout the journey, you’ll connect with local artisans, admire their skills, and learn about the enduring spirit of the Guaraní and the Franciscans.

Exclusively for Mastercard guests, this tour unlocks two historic sites not typically open to public tours, offering deeper insight and richer context into the foundations of Paraguay.

 
Highlights:
Explore five heritage towns rich with Paraguayan history and tradition
Discover Ñandutí lace-making in a local artisan’s home in Pirayú
Tour a 250-year-old Franciscan church in Yaguarón
Visit the Doctor Francia Museum, former home of Paraguay’s founding father
Climb Cerro Perõ for unmatched panoramic views of the countryside
Learn about the War of the Triple Alliance through Pirayú’s old railway station
 
What is Priceless?
It’s finding yourself moved by a wooden church older than most cities. It’s listening to a craftsman’s hands tell stories words can’t. It’s standing in the birthplace of a nation and realizing you’re walking where history still lives.

Unique for Mastercard Only:
Private visit to the Doctor Francia Museum in Yaguarón: Explore the colonial home of José Gaspar Rodríguez de Francia, Paraguay’s revolutionary leader
Exclusive stop at Cerro Perõ in Paraguarí: Hike to the summit for a breathtaking, little-seen view of Paraguay’s central mountains and valleys