Puerto Iguazú: City Tour with Mate & Gem Mines Visit

Argentina



Discover Puerto Iguazú on a guided tour. Visit the Three Borders Landmark, enjoy a traditional Misionero dish, and explore the city of Wanda and its gem mines.

Highlights

  • Savor a traditional Misionero dish and learn about yerba mate
  • Visit the Three Borders Landmark and explore the city of Wanda
  • Enjoy a stop at a local ice cream shop and taste delicious flavors
  • Take a walk along Avenida Brasil and visit the municipal market
  • Learn about environmental education at Aripuca and Quira Ogã

Description

Begin your day with a convenient pickup from your hotel in Puerto Iguazú. Travel in comfort in a car, van, or bus, depending on the size of your group. Make your first stop at the Three Borders Landmark, where Argentina, Brazil, and Paraguay meet. Take in the views and learn about the significance of this unique location. Next, enjoy a traditional Misionero snack of chipa with mate cocido. Continue to a local ice cream shop for a sweet treat. Visit a yerba mate museum to learn about the history and cultural significance of this iconic Argentine drink. Then, head to La Aripuca, an environmental education center, and Quira Ogã, a nature reserve, to learn about local conservation efforts. Take a stroll down Avenida Brasil, a bustling street filled with shops and cafes. Stop at the municipal market to browse for souvenirs and local products. Finally, travel to the town of Wanda to visit its famous gemstone mines. Learn about the mining process and admire the beautiful stones.

Includes

Hotel pickup and drop-off Transportation Visit to the Three Borders Landmark Typical Misionero dish (chipa con mate cozido) Visit to a local ice cream shop Yerba mate history lesson Visit to Aripuca (environmental education) Visit to Quira Ogã (environmental education) Walk along Avenida Brasil Visit to the municipal public market (feirinha) Visit to the city of Wanda (precious stone mines)

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