Cartago Highlights: Irazu Volcano and small towns. Private Tour

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9 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

Enjoy the beautiful Cartago Province with this private tour. Visit the Summit of the Irazu Volcano, the second highest summit of Costa Rica. Learn about its history and past intense volcanic activity. After it, enjoy the beautiful countryside and the Orosi Valley with it emblematic Iglesia de San Jose de Orosi, which was built in 1743 and is the oldest church in the country still in use today. The church's whitewashed walls and classic Spanish-colonial architecture are a testament to the long hours and artistic dedication that went into this church's design.

Continuing the journey, you will visit Las Ruinas de Ujarras. The Spanish colonial church was built between 1575 and 1580. Today, the ruins are surrounded by a beautiful garden and it is a perfect place for learning about the spanish settlements. Cachi Lake and them La Basilica de Los Angeles are part of this cultural tour.

What's Included

Visit to Ujarras Ruins
Irazu Volcano National Park entrance fee
100% private deluxe transportation
Visit to Orosi valley & Town. Entrance to museum
Bottle of water and snack
Visit to Virgen de los Angeles Basilica
Delicious typical lunch
Professional naturalist tour guide just for you
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Tip for tour guide

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We pick up at all hotels in San Jose area. If your hotel is not listed please send hotel name and address

Itinerary

Duration: 9 hours (approximately)
  • Santuario Nacional Nuestra Senora de Los Angeles (Pass by)

    the Basilica de los Angeles is the most important temple of Costa Rica and home of the Virgen de los Angeles

    Admission ticket free
  • 1
    Irazu Volcano National Park

    The second highest pick in Costa Rica is the Irazu Volcano. A very impressive crater can be seen from the edge

    2 hours Admission ticket included
  • (Pass by)

    The first church build in Costa Rica. See the ruins and learn a little bit about our history

    Admission ticket free
  • 2

    a beautiful valley and river, where the Orosi Town is located and the old church is a must to see

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 3

    One of the oldest churches build in Costa Rica are located in this picturesque town

    1 hour Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
Supplied by Greenway Nature Day Tours

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Day Trips
Nature and Wildlife Tours
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
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