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Day Trip from San Jose to Irazu Volcano National Park, Cartago City and Orosi Valley

4.6 (47 reviews) 8 hours Free cancellation
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Day Trip from San Jose to Irazu Volcano National Park, Cartago City and Orosi Valley

About this activity

In this day tour you will be able to enjoy beautiful views from the Irazu Volcano National Park, Orosi Valley and explore Cartago City.

Irazu is an active strato volcano with an irregular subconical shape. It towers 3,432 meters above sea level and spreads over 500 square

kilometers, which makes it the largest volcano in Costa Rica.

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At a glance

Duration
8 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 30 people
People per booking
1–15
Guide
English, Spanish
Operated by
Destiny Travel Costa Rica

Ages: Infants (0–3 years) · Children (4–10 years) · Adults (11–80 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Included: Professional guide
  • Included: National Park fees
  • Included: All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Included: Lunch
  • Included: Transport by air-conditioned minivan
  • Included: Free Wifi

Not included

  • Not included: Gratuities
  • Not included: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)

Itinerary

  1. Santuario Nacional Nuestra Senora de Los Angeles

    one hour Admission included

    At around 11:30am, you will visit Cartago City's main attractions including the Los Angeles Basilica.

  2. Irazu Volcano National Park

    one hour Admission included

    You will be picked up from your hotel in San Jose between 7 and 7:30am. You will then travel 12 miles Eeast through the Panamerican Higway to Cartago province.

    At 9:30am you will arrive at Irazu Volcano National Park for a short walk to the main craters, enjoying great panoramic views of the Caribbean and Central Valley. A tour guide will explain all important facts about history, activities, vegetation and wildlife

  3. Orosi River Valley

    2 hours Admission included

    At 12:15pm you will continue to the wonderful Orosi Coffee Valley, stop at a viewpoint for beautiful pictures of the region and proceed to a restaurant for a great lunch.

    Lunch will be served at 1:15pm at a Local Restaurant. Afterwards, you will be taken back to your hotel in San Jose, arriving at approximately 3pm.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

  • Hotel Portal Colonial
  • Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Escazu
  • Aparthotel Casa Reflejos
  • Canal Grande Lodge
  • Posada Nena Santa Ana
  • Studio Hotel Boutique
  • Hotel Villa Los Candiles
  • Holiday Inn Express San Jose Forum by IHG
  • Aloft by Marriott San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica
  • Hotel Luisiana
  • Hotel Terrazas Boutique
  • Finca Rosa Blanca Coffee Farm and Inn

and 123 more pickup points

Our representative will meet you at the lobby of your Hotel

Using your ticket

  • Dress code is smart casual
  • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended and a light jacket or sweater

Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.

Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%

Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Service animals allowed

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

  • Specialized infant seats are available

  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • Dress code is smart casual

  • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide

  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking

Traveller ratings

4.6 out of 5 · 47 reviews
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Day Trip from San Jose to Irazu Volcano National Park, Cartago City and Orosi Valley

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