Yerba mate and tea route in Apóstoles

What it is

This is a trip to Apóstoles, known as Argentina's National Capital of Yerba Mate, with a Spanish-speaking companion. It leaves from Posadas with pickup at your hotel and lasts between 5 and 10 hours, depending on the option you choose. The highlights are the Casa del Mate and the Juan Szychowski Historical Museum, where you learn the history of yerba and how it is harvested and processed.

The itinerary

1. Pickup at your hotel in Posadas, then transfer by minibus or coach to Apóstoles.
2. Casa del Mate, where you learn about the tradition of yerba mate production in the region.
3. Juan Szychowski Historical Museum, covering the history of La Cachuera S.A. and yerba processing.
4. Infusion tasting at the end of the museum visit, depending on the option you choose.
5. Return transfer to your hotel in Posadas, with a Spanish-speaking companion during the trip.

What you will see

Apóstoles is known as Argentina's National Capital of Yerba Mate. The trip starts at the Casa del Mate, where you learn about the tradition of yerba mate production in the region. The town was the cradle of the first Ukrainian and Polish immigrants who arrived in the country at the end of the 19th century and settled in this area of Misiones. It is a good way to understand the origins of the place before visiting the museum.

The Juan Szychowski Historical Museum covers the history of the yerba mate company La Cachuera S.A., considered the most important yerba mate exporter in Argentina. During the visit, you learn about the process of harvesting and processing yerba mate. You can also explore the museum on your own if you want to see the exhibition at your own pace. At the end, those who wish can enjoy an infusion tasting before returning to your hotel in Posadas.

Tips

• Tell us your hotel in Posadas when booking so you can be picked up at the agreed time.
• The yerba mate tour runs Wednesday to Sunday at 14:00, so check the day before you book.
• Check the option you choose, since the duration ranges from 5 to 10 hours depending on the tour.
• Bring money for meals and drinks, as they are not included.

Who it suits

• Families: The hotel pickup and the Spanish-speaking companion make getting to and from the trip simpler.
• Yerba mate and tea lovers: The visit to the Casa del Mate and the museum shows how yerba is produced, and some options include tastings.
• Travelers staying in Posadas: The trip leaves from and returns to your hotel, so you don't need to arrange transport to Apóstoles yourself.