San Ignacio Ruins + Wanda Mines Trip

Visit the fascinating ruins of the Jesuit mission of San Ignacio on this tour, which also includes the Wanda semi-precious stone mine.

Trip Details

Pickup from your hotel in Foz do Iguaçu will occur between 7 am and 7:30 am, as we head to the Argentine province of Misiones. The first stop will be the Wanda mines, about 60 kilometres away, known for semi-precious stones mined by Polish workers, including quartz, amethyst, topaz, and agates. These materials are used in local jewelry.

After the mines, we will visit the Jesuit ruins of San Ignacio de Miní, recognized as one of Argentina's best-preserved missions.

During the visit, you will learn about the Jesuit Roque González Santa Cruz, who established the mission in the 17th century. There will be free time for lunch in San Ignacio before we return to the bus and head back.

The return to your hotel in Foz do Iguaçu is scheduled between 6 pm and 7 pm.

Hotel Pickup

The tour includes hotel pickup from all hotels in Foz do Iguaçu, except for the Belmond Hotel das Cataratas. Guests at this hotel will be contacted regarding the pickup time at the entrance of the Iguassu National Park.