Exploring Cultural Heritage: San Ignacio Ruins & Wanda Mines

San Ignacio Miní stands as the best preserved Jesuit Mission of the 16th and 17th centuries throughout the Argentine territory. Around the main square, you find the Church, the “Casa de los Padres”, the cemetery, the houses and town hall. Native stones and large pieces of red sandstone were used to build San Ignacio city. The Wanda Mines is a great place especially known for its deposits of precious stones, turquoise, amethyst and rock crystal. Since 1976 they have become a tour for all those who come to these distances known as the Jungle region.

We will start our tour early in the morning from hotels in Puerto Iguazú. On this day trip, passengers will have the opportunity to explore the main beauties of the province.

Departing from Puerto Iguazú, just 45 km away, we arrive at the city of Wanda where we can admire the Precious Stone Mines.

Explore the beauty of agates, jasper, original topaz, and more within the Wanda Mines, and don’t miss the opportunity to take pictures inside the gems! These exquisite varieties can be observed and purchased, allowing tourists to capture the allure of these precious stones. The gems extracted from the mines are transformed into dazzling pieces of jewelry. Immerse yourself in this legendary destination, named after a Polish princess who cherished the enchanting beauty of the stones found here.

During the 220 km journey to the Ruins of San Ignacio, we will see the diversity of landscapes and different plantations of tea, yerba mate, conifers, etc. Here, we will visit the facilities of a mill where yerba mate is processed using the most artisanal method.

Upon arriving in the city of San Ignacio, we will visit the Ruins of San Ignacio Miní, founded in June 1632 by the Jesuits Cataldino and Simón Mosseta. Their imposing ruins, restored by the National Commission of Historical Monuments, give an idea of the extraordinary flourishing achieved by a civilization where the social order imposed by the Jesuits on the indigenous people enabled them to make great material and spiritual progress.

At the end of the day, we will return to the hotel in Puerto Iguazú where the tour ends.

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
• Each traveler is allowed a maximum of 1 suitcase and 1 carry-on bag. Oversized or excessive luggage (e.g. surfboards, golf clubs or bikes) may have certain restrictions, please inquire with the operator prior to travel to confirm if your excess luggage is acceptable
• The tour is conducted in Spanish. Only a brief explanation will be given in English at strategic stops.

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  Tour Language: The tour is conducted in Spanish. Only a brief explanation will be given in English at strategic stops.
  Pickup included

• Professional guide
• Round-trip shared transfer
• Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)

• Entrance Fees
• Food and drinks

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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)

Please be advised..

• This Tour is Provided by Tangol.
• Tour Timezone & Starts at America/Argentina/Cordoba.
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
• For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
• This Tour is Rated 3 Stars based on 30 valid reviews on VIATOR.
• Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
• Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.