San Ignacio Ruins and Wanda Mines Trip from Foz do Iguaçu

Excellent historical tour. The guide's explanations about how indigenous and Jesuit society functioned at the time more ...

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Visit the fascinating ruins of the Jesuit mission of San Ignacio when you join us on this amazing tour during which we will also visit the Wanda semi-precious stone mine.

Details

Duration

12 hours.

Language

The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in Spanish, although it may occasionally be done in two languages.

Included

Hotel pickup and drop–off
Transport by bus
Entrance to the Wanda mines

Not included

Entrance to the ruins of San Ignacio: 19000ARS
Puerto Iguazú ecotourism tax: 2000ARS per person
Lunch

When to book

You can book up to 18 hours in advance if there are any seats left. Book now and guarantee your spot.

Supporting documents

Electronic voucher. Have it on your phone.

Accessibility

Not wheelchair accessible.

Sustainability

All services meet our

Pets

Not allowed.

Frequently asked questions

If you have other questions, contact us

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts. Any cancellations after this or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.

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Reviews of our customers

8.6

Excellent 659 Travelers·60 reviews

September 30, 2026
Anónimo
Paraná, Brazil
The mines and ruins were incredible. I wish they would explain the route and how the tour works before we boarded. We were just put in the vehicle wi...
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July 24, 2026
Analía Laura Cecchini
Argentina
Everything was excellent! Great service, punctual and friendly. My only comment is that we booked the tour in Spanish because we don't speak Portugues...
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June 24, 2026
Carlos Eduardo
Manaus, Brazil
Excellent historical tour. The guide's explanations about how indigenous and Jesuit society functioned at the time more than made up for the travel ti...
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June 19, 2026
Livia Patueli
Rio De Janeiro, Brazil
Very good. Very attentive team.
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February 11, 2026
Leandro
Rio De Janeiro, Brazil
Very good tours for those who enjoy history and culture. I do not recommend going with small children as it is a long day. The kids will annoy everyon...
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January 6, 2026
Paula
São Paulo, Brazil
Beautiful place, I just felt the driver should have explained better what time we would arrive at each location, when lunch would be, etc.
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November 9, 2025
Edson
Curitiba, Brazil
A very good tour. A bit far, but well worth it. The visit to the Jesuit ruins is a lesson in a sad history. The guide was excellent, very informative.
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June 28, 2025
Anônimo
Georgia
What a wonderful tour! The communication with the tour company and driver was excellent. Maycon, the driver, was very helpful and kind. The ...
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September 20, 2024
Marcos Sanchez
Antofagasta, Chile
It is a very interesting tour, the only thing that can be made long is that the ruins are about 3 hours from Puerto Iguazu. A comment: Before going, t...
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September 9, 2025
Paula
Santiago, Chile
Very beautiful places, appropriate times. San Ignacio is a marvel.
Traveling solo
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Visit the fascinating ruins of the Jesuit mission of San Ignacio when you join us on this amazing tour during which we will also visit the Wanda semi-precious stone mine.

Trip Details

Between 7 am and 7:30 am we'll pick you up from your hotel in Foz do Iguaçu and make our way to the Argentine province of Misiones. Our first stop will be the Wanda mines, about 60 kilometres away, and an important source of semi-precious stones exploited by Polish miners. Quartz, amethyst, topaz and agates are some of the stunning stones you can see on the tour, used as raw materials in the town's unique jewelry. Not to be missed!

After exploring the mines, we'll visit Jesuit ruins of San Ignacio de Miní, a complex said to be the best-preserved mission in Argentina.

Over the course of the day you'll learn about the history of the Jesuit Roque González Santa Cruz, who founded his mission to evangelize the native population in the 17th century. And the movie buffs among you might remember a certain movie in which these ruins featured starring Robert De Niro...You'll have free time for lunch in the town of San Ignacio, then we'll return to the bus and get back on the road.

From San Ignacio we will finally return to your hotel in Foz do Iguaçu, where arrival is scheduled between 6 pm and 7 pm.

Hotel Pickup

The tour includes hotel pickup at all hotels in Foz do Iguaçu, with the exception of the Belmond Hotel das Cataratas. If you're staying here, we'll contact you to let you know the exact time you should be ready at the entrance of the Iguassu National Park.

8.6

Excellent 659 Travelers·60 reviews

September 30, 2026
Anónimo
Paraná, Brazil
The mines and ruins were incredible. I wish they would explain the route and how the tour works before we boarded. We were just put in the vehicle wi...
With friends
Is this useful?
July 24, 2026
Analía Laura Cecchini
Argentina
Everything was excellent! Great service, punctual and friendly. My only comment is that we booked the tour in Spanish because we don't speak Portugues...
Is this useful?
June 24, 2026
Carlos Eduardo
Manaus, Brazil
Excellent historical tour. The guide's explanations about how indigenous and Jesuit society functioned at the time more than made up for the travel ti...
With friends
Is this useful?
June 19, 2026
Livia Patueli
Rio De Janeiro, Brazil
Very good. Very attentive team.
Traveling solo
Is this useful?
February 11, 2026
Leandro
Rio De Janeiro, Brazil
Very good tours for those who enjoy history and culture. I do not recommend going with small children as it is a long day. The kids will annoy everyon...
As a couple
Is this useful?
January 6, 2026
Paula
São Paulo, Brazil
Beautiful place, I just felt the driver should have explained better what time we would arrive at each location, when lunch would be, etc.
Is this useful?
November 9, 2025
Edson
Curitiba, Brazil
A very good tour. A bit far, but well worth it. The visit to the Jesuit ruins is a lesson in a sad history. The guide was excellent, very informative.
As a couple
Is this useful?
June 28, 2025
Anônimo
Georgia
What a wonderful tour! The communication with the tour company and driver was excellent. Maycon, the driver, was very helpful and kind. The ...
Traveling solo
Is this useful?
September 20, 2024
Marcos Sanchez
Antofagasta, Chile
It is a very interesting tour, the only thing that can be made long is that the ruins are about 3 hours from Puerto Iguazu. A comment: Before going, t...
With friends
Is this useful?
September 9, 2025
Paula
Santiago, Chile
Very beautiful places, appropriate times. San Ignacio is a marvel.
Traveling solo
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Points of interest in Foz do Iguaçu

Iguazu Falls

Types of activities in Foz do Iguaçu

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Visit the fascinating ruins of the Jesuit mission of San Ignacio when you join us on this amazing tour during which we will also visit the Wanda semi-precious stone mine.

Trip Details

After exploring the mines, we'll visit Jesuit ruins of San Ignacio de Miní, a complex said to be the best-preserved mission in Argentina.

From San Ignacio we will finally return to your hotel in Foz do Iguaçu, where arrival is scheduled between 6 pm and 7 pm.

San Ignacio Ruins + Wanda Mines Trip