Jesuit Missions 2-Day Tour

Immerse yourself in the history of two of the main evangelical settlements in the Chiquitano Valley on our 2-day tour of the Jesuit Missions. San Javier and Concepción await!

Jesuit Missions 2-Day Tour

Day 1: Santa Cruz - San Javier - Concepción

At 7:30 am, we'll pick you up from your hotel in Santa Cruz de la Sierra for a 136-mile (220-kilometre) journey to San Javier, passing through villages such as Cotoca, Pailas, Pailón, and Troncos. We will visit the iconic mission church, the first mission founded by the Jesuits. Discussions will cover the history of the Jesuit Missions, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in the 90s, exploring their establishment, construction, and challenges faced.

After a typical lunch featuring a starter and main course, we will travel to Concepción. You will have free time to explore the town and attend mass before dinner.

Day 2: Concepción - Calama - Santa Cruz

At 8:30 am, breakfast will be followed by a 20-minute hike to the Calama Stone for views of the Chiquitano Valley. We will then return to Concepción to visit its church and the 18th-century missionary museum, which features carvings made by the Chiquitanos.

After lunch, we will head back to Santa Cruz de la Sierra, stopping at the Paquio stones to see buffaloes and at San Javier to stretch our legs. The tour concludes with drop-off at your hotel in Santa Cruz at 7 pm.

Accommodation

This tour includes 1 night's accommodation in a double or triple room at a local guesthouse in Concepción.