Golden Circuit: Where Paraguay’s Soul Comes Alive

There’s a side of Paraguay that doesn’t show up in guidebooks—only in stories passed down, hymns sung in old churches, and lace threaded by the hands of artisans. On the Golden Circuit, you’ll explore eight towns that each carry a vital thread of the nation’s heritage.

Start in Capiatá and Ita, where museums and countryside homes reveal legends and craftsmanship rooted in generations. Walk through the hallowed halls of a 250-year-old Franciscan church in Yaguarón. In Pirayú, the echo of trains and tales from the War of the Triple Alliance live on in its historic station. Then feel the pulse of faith in Caacupé, the spiritual heart of Paraguay.

By afternoon, you’ll breathe in the lake breeze of San Bernardino, once a German colony and now a beloved summer escape. On the opposite shore lies Areguá, bursting with strawberries, clay pots, and creative energy. And in Luque, you’ll hear the hum of guitars and stories of the musicians who helped shape the country's rhythm.

For Mastercard guests only, enjoy an exclusive boat ride across Lake Ypacaraí and a panoramic hike to Cerro Perõ, where the country’s layered beauty stretches out before you.

 
Highlights:
Discover 8 towns rich in Paraguayan identity, history, and folklore
Visit colonial churches, lakes, artisan homes, and cultural landmarks
Witness Ñandutí weaving with a local master in Pirayú
Experience Caacupé, Paraguay’s most sacred pilgrimage site
Explore San Bernardino and the scenic shores of Lake Ypacaraí
Enjoy local flavors and stories in Areguá, city of strawberries and pottery
Dive into Luque’s music scene and luthier traditions
 
What is Priceless?
It’s not just about where you go, but what you feel when you’re there. It’s watching a craft take shape by hand. It’s hearing stories whispered in chapel walls and shouted in summer songs. It’s sailing across a lake that locals have sung about for generations.

Unique for Mastercard Only:
Private boat ride across Lake Ypacaraí, featured in iconic Paraguayan songs
Exclusive visit to Cerro Perõ, a panoramic hilltop offering sweeping views of Paraguarí and beyond