Which place is cheaper, San Carlos de Bariloche or Asuncion?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Asuncion or San Carlos de Bariloche?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Asuncion or San Carlos de Bariloche, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Asuncion or San Carlos de Bariloche?
Asuncion
Asuncion is a vastly underrated city. It is the capital but also the administrative economic and cultural center of Paraguay. It is located in the south central part of the country, near the border with Argentina and it is one of the oldest cities in South America, with people living here since almost 500 years. The city has a beautiful and simple center, with a few unique colonial and beaux arts buildings, international cuisine, shady plazas and friendly people. Its handful of historic buildings around the Plaza de los Heroes, Plaza Uruguaya and Manzana de la Ribera, two or three small museums, old bars and cafes, but also smart suburbs, ritzy shopping malls and fashionable nightclubs will keep you entertained for a day or two. It is a very charming city for travellers and apart from the sights, the city boasts a good tourist infrastructure with hotels and restaurants.
San Carlos de Bariloche
Set in the foothills of the Andes Mountains in Argentina, San Carlos de Bariloche is the biggest city in the Lake District. Bariloche is popular for skiing and snowboarding in the winter and trekking, swimming, fishing and horseback riding in the summertime.
No matter the time of year, there is something for everyone in Bariloche. Skiing season begins from June to October while fishing season is from November to April. Summer is from December to March, but visiting during low seasons (Spring in October to December and Autumn in late-April to mid-June) also has its benefits when it comes to saving cash and avoiding crowds.
Check out our ultimate guide to Hiking in Patagonia.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Eco Tours in Argentina, and The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Argentina.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAsuncion $97San Carlos de Bariloche $85
The average daily cost (per person) in Asuncion is $97, while the average daily cost in San Carlos de Bariloche is $85. These costs include accommodation (assuming double occupancy, so the traveler is sharing the room), food, transportation, and entertainment. While every person is different, these costs are an average of past travelers in each destination. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Asuncion and San Carlos de Bariloche in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAsuncion $27San Carlos de Bariloche $70
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAsuncion $54San Carlos de Bariloche $140
Compare Hotels in Asuncion and San Carlos de Bariloche
Looking for a hotel in Asuncion or San Carlos de Bariloche? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options and compare which is best for your budget and travel style.
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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Asuncion Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Asuncion $11San Carlos de Bariloche $2.75
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Asuncion
Also for Asuncion, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer to Asuncion Airport (ASU): $26
- Private Transfer from Asuncion Airport (ASU): $26
- Silvio Pettirossi Airport to Asuncion Transfers: $50
- Roundtrip Private Transfer from Asuncion Airport (ASU): $50
Hired Cars and Shuttles in San Carlos de Bariloche
Some specific examples of transportation prices in San Carlos de Bariloche:
- Transfer from the Airport to Bariloche: $35
- Shared Transfer Airport Bariloche Downtown: $25
- Shared One Way Transfer from Bariloche Airport to Hotel: $15
- Shared Departure Transfer: Hotel to Bariloche Airport: $20
- Private Transfer from the Airport to Bariloche Center: $75
- Private Transfer from Villa Mascardi to Bariloche (BRC) Airport: $78
- Private Transfer from Puerto Pañuelo to Bariloche (BRC) Airport: $78
- Private Transfer from Lago Moreno to Bariloche (BRC) Airport: $49
- Private Transfer from Hotel Llao Llao to Bariloche (BRC) Airport: $141
- Private Transfer from Hotel Catedral to Bariloche (BRC) Airport: $49
- Private Transfer from El Casco Art Hotel to Bariloche (BRC) Airport: $58
- Private Transfer from Downtown Bariloche to the Airport: $72
Is it cheaper to fly into Asuncion or San Carlos de Bariloche?
Prices for flights to both San Carlos de Bariloche and Asuncion change regularly based on dates and travel demand. We suggest you find the best prices for your next trip on Kayak, because you can compare the cost of flights across multiple airlines for your prefered dates.
Food
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Food Meals for one dayAsuncion $36San Carlos de Bariloche $6.07
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in San Carlos de Bariloche
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in San Carlos de Bariloche.
- Bariloche: TRE Experience – “Three-Course Dinner. Catena Zapata”: $135
- Bariloche: El Mallín. Dinner with Tango Show: $185
- Bariloche: Winter Night – Evening Activities in the Snow with Dinner and Show: $275
- Bariloche Nordic Night: Quad Bike Ride and Dinner on Cerro Otto: $410
- Bariloche: Snowmobile Ride with 4-Course Dinner: $425
- Bariloche: Snow Adventure and 4-Course Dinner: $425
- Bariloche: Evening Snowmobile Ride with Dinner at La Cueva Catedral: $428
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Asuncion $20San Carlos de Bariloche $33
Tours and Activities in Asuncion
For Asuncion, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Asuncion Highlights Walking Tour with a Guide: $29
- Asuncion Walking Tour: Explore Top Sights & Hidden Gems: $30
- Walking Tour with a Local in Asuncion "The Mother of Cities": $35
- Asunción Private Walking Tour with a Local: $35
- Asuncion : Custom Walking Tour with A Guide (Private Tour): $36
- VIP Transportation and Custom Tours in Paraguay: $50
- Asuncion Birding Tour: $100
- Birding and Nature Chaco Tour: $160
- Cultural City 3 Hour Tour in Asuncion by Bus: $180
- Paraguay River Nature and Wildlife Boat Tour from Asunción: $180
- Full day Paraguay River Nature and Wildlife Boat Tour: $230
- Day tour “Pai Pukú”: $230
Tours and Activities in San Carlos de Bariloche
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for San Carlos de Bariloche are as follows:
- 4-Hour Guided Tour of the Small Circuit: $90
- Bariloche Chocolate Sightseeing Tour: Patagonian Flavors Walking Tour: $60
- Bariloche Craft Beer Sensory Experience: $298
- Bariloche Flavours Tasting Walking Tour: $95
- Bariloche Football Experience with Locals & Traditional BBQ: $60
- Bariloche Horseback Riding & Traditional Argentine Barbecue Tour: $215
- Bariloche Tour Route of the 7 Lakes to San Martin de los Andes: $110
- Bariloche: Andean Region Tour to El Bolsón & Lago Puelo: $70
- Bariloche: Beer Experience 'Discover the World of Craft Beer': $150
- Bariloche: Boat Tour to Victoria Island and Arrayanes Forest: $140
- Bariloche: Brazo Tristeza Boat Tour and Forest Hike: $82
- Bariloche: Canopy Tour on Cerro Lopez: $90
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAsuncion $12San Carlos de Bariloche $8.70
Typical Alcohol Prices in Asuncion
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Asuncion are as follows:
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Beer$1.48
Sample the Local Flavors in San Carlos de Bariloche
Also in San Carlos de Bariloche, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Bariloche: Patagonian Experience wine tasting: $95
- Bariloche: Wine Tasting Winehouse Experience: $110
- Patagonian WineHouse in Bariloche: Cheese and Wine Tasting: $122
When comparing the travel costs between Asuncion and San Carlos de Bariloche, we can see that Asuncion is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in South America, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Asuncion Expensive? and Is San Carlos de Bariloche Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Asuncion or San Carlos de Bariloche?
Asuncion has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of San Carlos de Bariloche. When comparing the sizes of Asuncion and San Carlos de Bariloche, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.