Argentina · UNESCO Heritage Sites

San Ignacio Ruins Plus Wanda Mines Full Day from Puerto Iguazú

12 Hours Round trip from Pickup service provided in Puerto Iguazú. Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Visit the UNESCO-listed San Ignacio Miní ruins
  • 02 Learn about the Jesuit mission history in Misiones
  • 03 Explore the Wanda Mines and see semi-precious stones
  • 04 Travel through the landscapes of northern Argentina
  • 05 Round-trip transport from Puerto Iguazú included
  • 06 Professional guide throughout the experience

Discover two of Misiones Province’s most distinctive attractions on this full-day journey from Puerto Iguazú. Visit the UNESCO-listed San Ignacio Miní ruins, one of Argentina’s best-known Jesuit mission sites, where historic structures and centuries of history come together in a remarkable jungle setting.

You’ll also explore the Wanda Mines, known for their colorful semi-precious stones and local gem craftsmanship. With round-trip transport and a professional guide included, this tour combines heritage, culture, and regional character in a single day.

Discover two of Misiones Province’s most distinctive attractions on this full-day journey from Puerto Iguazú.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 12 Hours
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
City Puerto Iguazú
Languages English, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Puerto Iguazu

This excursion will start in Puerto Iguazú and head towards the San Ignacio Ruins.

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.

Iguazu - Wanda mines

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.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Pickup service provided in Puerto Iguazú. 1 city · 12 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

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

Know before you go

  • 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.
  • Please note that the tour only has assistance in English. Most of it will be guided in Spanish.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Pickup service provided in Puerto Iguazú.
Tour start
Pickup service provided in Puerto Iguazú.
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 12 hours finish where they began, in Pickup service provided in Puerto Iguazú..

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