Jesuit Missions 4 Day Tour
Travel through seven Guaraní villages and learn about the historic legacy of the Jesuits' evangelisation of the New World on our Jesuit Missions 4 Day Tour from Santa Cruz de la Sierra. Jesuit Missions 4 Day Tour. Day 1: Santa Cruz - San Javier...
- 4 days
Travel through seven Guaraní villages and learn about the historic legacy of the Jesuits' evangelisation of the New World on our Jesuit Missions 4 Day Tour from Santa Cruz de la Sierra.
Jesuit Missions 4 Day Tour
Day 1: Santa Cruz - San Javier Mission - Concepción
At 9 am, pickup from your hotel in Santa Cruz de la Sierra to Chiquitania, where the Jesuit missionaries constructed churches in the 17th and 18th centuries, later declared UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Visit San Javier mission, founded in 1691, followed by lunch at your leisure. Explore Paquio forest, then proceed to Concepción for the night.
Day 2: Concepción - San Ignacio
Begin the day with a buffet breakfast. Visit Concepción village and its Jesuit church, then depart for San Ignacio, founded in 1748. Tour the town and its Jesuit cathedrals before overnighting in San Ignacio.
Day 3: San Ignacio - San Miguel - San Rafael - Santa Ana - San José
Explore the remaining Jesuit Missions, starting with San Miguel, home to an 18th-century church. Visit San Rafael and Santa Ana, and appreciate the ruins reflecting artistic and religious history. Next, see local crafts workshops, followed by lunch. Continue to San José de Chiquitos for an overnight stay.
Day 4: San José - Santa Cruz
The final day starts with breakfast and a visit to the Jesuit complex of San José, including its church and chapel, which are still in use. After lunch, return to Santa Cruz de la Sierra, arriving around 5 pm.
Accommodation
This tour includes 3 nights' accommodation with breakfast at the following hotels:
Concepción: Hotel Concepción (3 stars) or similar.San Ignacio: Apartahotel San Ignacio (3 stars) or similar.San José de Chiquitos: Hotel Misiones de Chiquitos (3 stars) or similar.
Prices
Included
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Transport by minibus or coach
- English speaking guide
- 3 nights' accommodation with breakfast in 3 and 5 star hotels
- Tickets
Not included
- Breakfast on the first day
- Lunches and dinners
- Alcoholic drinks
Tips
- Accessibility: No, this activity requires visitors to be in good physical shape