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San Bernardino, Altos and Lake Ypacaraí

Timbó woodcraft, historic towns and a lakeside afternoon.

Duration
Full day
Group size
Groups of 2–9 people
From
US$120 per personBased on 4+ travelers.
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Palm trees and boats along the shore of Lake Ypacaraí at San Bernardino
The shore of Lake Ypacaraí at San BernardinoPhoto: “Ypacaraí lake shore in San Bernardino 190819 HDR” by Cmasi, CC0.

The experience

Up to the hills.
Down to the lake.

Travel from Asunción to the hills of Altos for a look at the old town, its church and distinctive timbó woodcarving. Take in views across Lake Ypacaraí before descending to San Bernardino for historic buildings, lakeside scenery and a lunch stop.

  1. Altos up close

    Explore the old town, its historic church and timbó woodcarving traditions.

  2. A wider view

    Look across Lake Ypacaraí and the surrounding Cordillera from the high viewpoint.

  3. San Bernardino

    Visit Museo-Hotel Del Lago, Casona Büttner, the town center and lakeside beaches.

Six brightly painted carved masks of animals and birds from Altos
Painted timbó masks from Altos

Your itinerary.

Morning · Altos

  1. 8:00 a.m.Depart Asunción for Altos.
  2. Old town and woodcraftSee the historic church and timbó carvings.
  3. The high viewpointPanoramic views of Lake Ypacaraí and the Cordillera.

Midday · San Bernardino

  1. Historic lakeside townMuseo-Hotel Del Lago, Casona Büttner, the town center and beaches.
  2. Lunch stopChurrasquería O Gaucho. Lunch is not included.
  3. Around 4:00 p.m.Arrive back in Asunción.

Schematic route, not to scale

  1. Asunción
  2. Altos · old town and crafts
  3. Altos · lake viewpoint
  4. San Bernardino
  5. Asunción
The white facade of Hotel del Lago in San Bernardino, behind a fountain and a gate
Hotel del Lago, San BernardinoPhoto: “Hotel del Lago San Bernardino” by Cmasi, CC BY-SA 4.0, cropped.

Rates per person.

PY08 rates in US dollars per person
TravelersUS$
2160
4+120

Rates as of 21 October 2026, subject to availability. We confirm the date, guide, itinerary and payment details when you enquire.

What is included.

Included

All transfers and attraction admissions.

Not included

Meals, beverages and optional tours.

Transport and guide

Private vehicle with air conditioning, a driver and an English/Spanish guide. Groups of 2–9 people.

Schedule

Depart Asunción at 8:00 a.m. Return around 4:00 p.m.

Good to know

  • Swimming and boat trips are not included.

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