Asunción, Jesuit Missions & Iguazu Falls Tour

Traverse southern and eastern Paraguay to see World Heritage ruins, then head to the spectacular Iguazu Falls.

The most popular route for first-time visitors to Paraguay. Spend the first two days in Asunción and the Golden Circuit, then take a long-distance bus to Encarnación to visit the ruins of Trinidad and Jesús de Tavarangue. Next, cross into Brazil via Ciudad del Este and spend two days exploring both sides of the falls. This route can be done via public transport, though transfer days are long. It is a point-to-point journey ending in Foz do Iguaçu.

Check entry requirements for Brazil and Argentina before crossing; the falls' walkways can be affected by water levels.

Day by day

Day 1 · Arrive in Asunción & Explore the Old Town

Asunción（Casa de la Independencia、National Pantheon of the Heroes、Palacio de los López、Costanera de Asunción）

Take a taxi from the airport to the historic center (about 30 minutes). Walk between the old town attractions, and head to the Costanera in the evening.

Stay: Historic Centre

Day 2 · Golden Circuit Towns Day Tour

Asunción（Itauguá、Basilica of Our Lady of Caacupé、Lake Ypacaraí (San Bernardino)、Areguá）

Take a chartered ride or join a tour heading east on a loop through Caacupé, San Bernardino, and Areguá, taking about 7 hours including stops.

Dress conservatively when visiting pilgrimage churches, and ask for permission before photographing worshippers.

Stay: Historic Centre

Day 3 · Long-Distance Bus South to Encarnación

Encarnación（Costanera de Encarnación、Playa San José）

Take a bus from the Asunción bus terminal to Encarnación (about 5–6 hours). An early morning departure is recommended so you can stroll along the waterfront in the afternoon.

Stay: Costanera and San José Beach

Day 4 · Trinidad & Jesús de Tavarangue Ruins

Encarnación（Jesuit Mission of La Santísima Trinidad de Paraná、Jesuit Mission of Jesús de Tavarangue）

Take a local bus heading toward Ciudad del Este to the village of Trinidad (about 40 minutes), then take a taxi to and from Jesús de Tavarangue. Catch a passing bus on the roadside for the return journey.

One ticket grants entry to three ruins; a chartered vehicle is required for the night light show, as there are no return buses in the evening.

Stay: Costanera and San José Beach

Day 5 · Head East and Cross the Border to Foz do Iguaçu

Iguazu Falls（Ciudad del Este）

Take an early morning bus to Ciudad del Este (about 6–7 hours), then transfer to a local bus or taxi to cross the Friendship Bridge to Foz do Iguaçu. Border crossing times can vary.

Make sure to get your Paraguay exit stamp and Brazil entry stamp.

Stay: Foz do Iguaçu Centro

Day 6 · Bird Park & Brazilian Side of the Falls

Iguazu Falls（Parque das Aves (Bird Park)、Brazilian Side Panoramic Trail (Trilha das Cataratas)）

Take a local bus or taxi from downtown Foz do Iguaçu along Avenida das Cataratas to the Bird Park and the National Park (about 40 minutes one way).

The viewing walkways were affected by flooding in October 2026; check park announcements before setting off.

Stay: Foz do Iguaçu Centro

Day 7 · Full Day on the Argentine Side of the Falls

Iguazu Falls（Upper Circuit / Lower Circuit、Devil's Throat (Garganta del Diablo)）

Take a cross-border bus or private transfer from Foz do Iguaçu to the Argentine National Park (about 1.5 hours including border crossing). Use the park's ecological train for transport inside.

The Devil's Throat trail has been closed since August 2026 with no reopening date set; check the official website first.

Stay: Foz do Iguaçu Centro

Day 8 · Itaipu Dam & Departure

Iguazu Falls（Itaipu Dam）

Take a taxi from downtown Foz do Iguaçu to Itaipu Dam in the morning (about 30 minutes). Head directly to Foz do Iguaçu Airport after the tour.

The panoramic tour on the Brazilian side is open daily; booking your time slot in advance is recommended.

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