Full description
A cultural and relaxing tour, in which you will learn about our history and traditions. We will visit important historical and cultural places in our country and also will have the opportunity to see beautiful plants.
As we descend to the city of Cartago we will stop at the Virgin of the Angels Basilica – a famous peregrination site for many believers, some of which travel for days or even weeks on foot, in a pilgrimage of faith, to the site. The Basilica has large vaulted ceilings and exquisite examples of stained glass windows, and is a must see.
The tour will begin with us trekking south along the Panamerican Highway until we reach the base of the behemoth “Iztaru” (a name of an indigenous village that was situated on the flanks of the volcano, and a likely candidate as a possible origin for the current name of the Irazu Volcano). The winding road traverses fertile lands in which all types and forms of vegetation are cultivated, all the while affording us a spectacular panoramic view of the surrounding hills and valleys. And, at the very top of the summit, on a clear day, one can be privy to an unforgettable bird’s eye view of both the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans.
we will stop at the Lankester Gardens, a University of Costa Rica Center for investigation that protects more than 800 species of orchids, bromeliads and countless species of other plants.
Valley of Orosi, an area that overflows with unparallel beauty. We will be able to visit one of the few remaining colonial churches and we will stop to enjoy a scrumptious typical lunch at one of the local restaurants.
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Additional information
● Please provide full details of your accommodation at the time of booking. It is very important to note in this case that it is the sole obligation and responsibility of the passenger, in the event of not having received communication from the local provider, to contact the local number provided on the voucher one day before the service to confirm the exact pick-up point and time
● Please be at the pick-up point 15 minutes before the tour starts
● Not wheelchair accessible
● What to bring: hat, jacket, walking shoes, insect repellent, binoculars and camera
● Not stroller accessible
● Not suitable for pets
● Not recommended for people with back problems
● Not recommended for pregnant travelers
● Not recommended for people with heart conditions
● You must indicate hotel name in order to confirm the booking
● Special Option: °Vegetarian |° Gluten Free | Let us know if you have some special meal restriction
● You must confirm the pickup time 24 hours before the tour
● Tour operate with a minimum of 4 travellers
Inclusions
✔ Lunch
✔ Tour Guide Spanish/English
✔ Transportation from Selected Hotels in San José
Exclusions
✖ Breakfast
✖ Alcoholic Beverages
✖ Entrance fees, meals, and drinks unless expressly specified in the tour inclusions
✖ Any other service not specified
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 24 h before the service.
Cancellations after this time limit or no show, no refund provided
Meeting point
Selected Hotels in San Jose