San Ignacio Ruins Plus Wanda Mines Full Day from Puerto Iguazú
Combine two fascinating historic sites into one full-day tour from Puerto Iguazú. Explore the UNESCO-listed ruins of San Ignacio Miní, Argentina’s best-preserved Jesuit mission, and see the 17th-century houses, town hall and cemetery. Next, venture underground to discover the Wanda Mines, where precious stones like turquoise, amethyst and rock crystal are mined.
What you'll see & do
- ✓This excursion will start in Puerto Iguazú and head towards the San Ignacio Ruins.
- ✓We will drive 230 kilometers till we arrive to the city where the ruins are located. In 1984, the Jesuit Missions of San Ignacio Miní, along with Nuestra Señora de Loreto, Santa Ana and Santa María la Mayor (located in Argentina) were declared World Heritage Site by UNESCO. San Ignacio City is a tourist destination with breathtaking landscapes such as the Teyú Cuaré State Park reserve, the Yabebirí river and other natural beauties spread throughout the region. The city is surrounded by native flora in each corner. The ruins we are going to visit was designed by the Jesuits and built by the guaranies. The building was finish in 1610 and used for 400 years. Later it was covered by the jungle and last century was discovered and re-builded by a group of scientists.
- ✓Inside the Wanda Mines agates, jasper, and original topaz, among other varieties can be observed and purchased by tourists who come to visit this exciting place. The stones extracted from the mines are turned into gems and used for jewelry making. In line with this and the legend, this place of great tourist importance is named after a Polish princess who was very fond of the beauty of the stones that are generated there. At the end of the day we will return to the hotel in Puerto Iguazu where the tour ends.
What's included
- ✓Professional guide
- ✓Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
- ✓Round-trip shared transfer
- ✓Air-conditioned vehicle
What's not included
- ✓Entrance Fees
- ✓Food and drinks
- ✓Gratuities
Good to know
The pick up transfer is only from selected centrally located hotels. If your hotel is outside the geographic area, we will confirm you the closest meeting point. Indicate the name and address of your hotel.
Please reconfirm with the local service provider prior to travel, or upon arrival at your destination. Please note that departure times and locations may vary slightly. OFFICE NUMBER: (+54 11) 11 3221 8400 (Mon to Fri from 9 to 18 Hs) EMERGENCY MOBILE: (+54 911) 4991-4035 (After office hours)
Please note that the tour only has assistance in English. Most of it will be guided in Spanish.
How it works
The pick up transfer is only from selected centrally located hotels. If your hotel is outside the geographic area, we will confirm the closest meeting point. Indicate the name and address of your hotel. We suggest you to confirm the booking details with us prior to travel, or upon arrival at your destination. Please note that departure times and locations may vary slightly. OFFICE NUMBER: (+54 11) 11 3221 8400 (Mon to Fri from 9 to 18 Hs) EMERGENCY MOBILE: (+54 911) 4991-4035 (After office hours)
Good to know before you go
- Difficulty:
- Easy
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
San Ignacio Ruins Plus Wanda Mines Full Day from Puerto Iguazú
Combine two fascinating historic sites into one full-day tour from Puerto Iguazú. Explore the UNESCO-listed ruins of San Ignacio Miní, Argentina’s best-preserved Jesuit mission, and see the 17th-century houses, town hall and cemetery. Next, venture underground to discover the Wanda Mines, where precious stones like turquoise, amethyst and rock crystal are mined.
What you'll see & do
- ✓This excursion will start in Puerto Iguazú and head towards the San Ignacio Ruins.
- ✓We will drive 230 kilometers till we arrive to the city where the ruins are located. In 1984, the Jesuit Missions of San Ignacio Miní, along with Nuestra Señora de Loreto, Santa Ana and Santa María la Mayor (located in Argentina) were declared World Heritage Site by UNESCO. San Ignacio City is a tourist destination with breathtaking landscapes such as the Teyú Cuaré State Park reserve, the Yabebirí river and other natural beauties spread throughout the region. The city is surrounded by native flora in each corner. The ruins we are going to visit was designed by the Jesuits and built by the guaranies. The building was finish in 1610 and used for 400 years. Later it was covered by the jungle and last century was discovered and re-builded by a group of scientists.
- ✓Inside the Wanda Mines agates, jasper, and original topaz, among other varieties can be observed and purchased by tourists who come to visit this exciting place. The stones extracted from the mines are turned into gems and used for jewelry making. In line with this and the legend, this place of great tourist importance is named after a Polish princess who was very fond of the beauty of the stones that are generated there. At the end of the day we will return to the hotel in Puerto Iguazu where the tour ends.
What's included
- ✓Professional guide
- ✓Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
- ✓Round-trip shared transfer
- ✓Air-conditioned vehicle
What's not included
- ✓Entrance Fees
- ✓Food and drinks
- ✓Gratuities
Good to know
The pick up transfer is only from selected centrally located hotels. If your hotel is outside the geographic area, we will confirm you the closest meeting point. Indicate the name and address of your hotel.
Please reconfirm with the local service provider prior to travel, or upon arrival at your destination. Please note that departure times and locations may vary slightly. OFFICE NUMBER: (+54 11) 11 3221 8400 (Mon to Fri from 9 to 18 Hs) EMERGENCY MOBILE: (+54 911) 4991-4035 (After office hours)
Please note that the tour only has assistance in English. Most of it will be guided in Spanish.
How it works
The pick up transfer is only from selected centrally located hotels. If your hotel is outside the geographic area, we will confirm the closest meeting point. Indicate the name and address of your hotel. We suggest you to confirm the booking details with us prior to travel, or upon arrival at your destination. Please note that departure times and locations may vary slightly. OFFICE NUMBER: (+54 11) 11 3221 8400 (Mon to Fri from 9 to 18 Hs) EMERGENCY MOBILE: (+54 911) 4991-4035 (After office hours)
Good to know before you go
- Difficulty:
- Easy
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.