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Travel to Heredia and the mountains

San José · Central Valley & San José

Travel to Heredia and the mountains

5.0from 2 traveler ratingsup to 6hPrivate tour

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About this experience

This is a private tour for couples, friends and family. Close to San José and surroundings, ideal for those who have a free day and want to do something different and discover what is in those mountains behind the city, for lovers of nature and beautiful views, we will visit forests and incredible viewpoints and small towns that will give you an insight into how people live in Costa Rica and what life is like in the mountains of this beautiful Central American country. Let's go to Heredia a town with a rich history and discover some of the places at the foot of the Barva volcano.

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Getting there

Hotel pickup in San José

Picks up at 31 listed locations, including:

  • La Lora Hostel
  • Hotel America
  • Eco Hotel Puerto Urbano
  • Hotel Hojarascas
  • Hotel La Castella
  • Hotel Alajuela
  • +25 more

Pickup details are confirmed with the operator during booking.

Pickup begins about 60 minutes before departure.

Where

Heredia

What you'll do

  1. One of the first places that we will visit is the province of Heredia, well known as " La ciudad de las flores".

    2h here

  2. After passing through the center of Heredia we began to climb the hills to visit the town of San Rafael of Heredia in where we visit El monte de la cruz park and surroundings areas.

    2h here

  3. We pass through the town of San jose de la montaña and Sacramento at the foot of the Barva volcano, beautiful views and nature are seen in this part of the tour

    2h here

What's included

Included

  • Private transportation

Not included

  • For this tour it is preferable to have breakfast prior to pickup
  • Lunch is not included, however throughout the tour we will have the opportunity to visit restaurants with typical Costa Rican food and atmosphere.
  • On the way back it is always possible to go to a cafe or make stops when necessary
  • Entrance fee to Monte de la cruz 5 dollars
  • Parking Fees

Good to know

  • Easy physical level

Guided in en, es.

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour is recommended for people over 13 years old.

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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