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Irazu volcano

San José · Central Valley & San José

Irazu Volcano Orosi & Lankester Full Day with Lunch from San Jose

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About this experience

Visit the highest volcano in the country with 3432 meters high above sea level. Then, visit the city of Cartago, the former capital of Costa Rica where a stop is made at the Basilica of the Virgin of the Angels, a place of pilgrimage for many faithful. Then, explore the Lankester Botanical Garden, created for the protection of more than 800 species of orchids. Continue to the scenic Orosi Valley, one of the important settlements during the colonial era. You will visit its colonial church, followed by a delicious traditional lunch in the area.

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Getting there

Hotel pickup in San José

Picks up at 74 listed locations, including:

  • Hotel Portal Colonial
  • Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Escazu
  • Studio Hotel Boutique
  • Hotel Villa Los Candiles
  • Holiday Inn Express San Jose Forum by IHG
  • Aloft San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica
  • +68 more

Pickup details are confirmed with the operator during booking.

Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.

Where

Irazu Volcano National Park

What you'll do

  1. 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.

    3h hereAdmission included

  2. 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.

    2h hereAdmission included

  3. 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.

    3h hereAdmission included

What's included

Included

  • Transportation from Hotels in San José
  • Lunch
  • Tour operate with a minimum of 2 people.
  • Tour Guide

Not included

  • Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
  • Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
  • Gratuities

Good to know

  • Moderate fitness needed

Guided in en, es.

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
2 more notes
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Contact line available for handling hotel pick-up reconfirmations and day-to-day operational matters. .

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

The operator may cancel for poor weather, with a full refund or reschedule.

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