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Overview
Discover orchid gardens, colonial architecture, and a magnificent volcano on this full-day trip to Orosi Valley from San Jose. Admire Irazu Volcano—the tallest in the country—and wander the historic streets of Orosi’s town center. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant and take a leisurely stroll through the gorgeous Lankester Botanical Gardens.
- Day trip to Irazu Volcano, Orosi Valley, and Lankester Gardens
- Explore the beauty of Costa Rica on a full-day tour
- Visit the Basilica of Los Angeles
- Discover the rich history of Orosi’s colonial church
- See the stunning natural landscapes at the Lankester gardens
- Hotel pickup and drop-off included
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Spend a day immersed in the natural and cultural wonders of Costa Rica. After pickup at your San Jose hotel, travel in an air-conditioned van through the scenic countryside to arrive at Cartago, a city nestled at the base of a volcanic mountain range. Step inside the Basilica of Los Angeles, an important spiritual destination where you can see a glittering collection of gold and silver offerings left by pilgrims over the years.
Towering over Cartago is the impossible-to-miss Irazu Volcano. It’s the tallest in the country at an imposing 11,000 feet (3,400 meters) above sea level. Take in spectacular views of the sloping gray cone and dramatic crater.
Next, explore the charming colonial town of Orosi, where you walk among historic streets and pay a visit to one of Costa Rica’s oldest churches. Take a break from touring with a delicious and authentic lunch at a local restaurant.
To end your tour, head to the nearby Lankester Botanical Gardens for a pleasant walk among manicured tropical landscapes and dazzling orchids. Savor all the sights of the day as you relax on the drive back to San Jose.
Towering over Cartago is the impossible-to-miss Irazu Volcano. It’s the tallest in the country at an imposing 11,000 feet (3,400 meters) above sea level. Take in spectacular views of the sloping gray cone and dramatic crater.
Next, explore the charming colonial town of Orosi, where you walk among historic streets and pay a visit to one of Costa Rica’s oldest churches. Take a break from touring with a delicious and authentic lunch at a local restaurant.
To end your tour, head to the nearby Lankester Botanical Gardens for a pleasant walk among manicured tropical landscapes and dazzling orchids. Savor all the sights of the day as you relax on the drive back to San Jose.
Itinerary
See the best of Costa Rica on this full-day tour from San Jose. Travel by luxury, air-conditioned coach and visit the city of Cartago at the foot of the Irazu Volcano. Home to the Basilica of Los Angeles (Basilica de Nuestra Semora de Los Angeles), this area is the focal point for pilgrims throughout Central America. Inside, find an exquisite collection of small gold and silver images of human body parts, a holy offering in hope of healing.
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Descend the mountain and arrive at the historic and colorful Orosi Valley. Here, visit one of the oldest churches in Costa Rica, the colonial church of Orosi, and discover its rich history. Then, head to Lankester and explore the sunning botanical gardens before enjoying a relaxing drive back to your San Jose hotel.
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