Tours
among the Central Valley |
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San José City Tour
( in the morning or afternoon )
Price:...............$26.00 U.S.D.
Pick up time:.....7:40 a.m. or 12:40 p.m.
Duration:.......... 4 hours
This tour immerses you in the rich Costa Rican culture and
history by experiencing the beautiful museums and historical
sites of San José. It begins with an orientation
and drive through the beautiful Sabana Park. Next, we will
take a walking tour through the historic National Theater.
Completed in 1897, the theater is a masterpiece in art and
architecture. Afterwards we will visit one of the many unique
museums of Costa Rica.
We will continue heading to the University of Costa Rica,
the Supreme Court and various sites of interest. A brief
stop will be made in a beautiful art craft shopping store
allowing you to browse through it before returning to your
hotel and why not, buy some souvenirs for those who are
expecting you back at home.
Suggested Equipment: camera.
Grecia & Sarchí (Oxcart Factory)
(ONE DAY)
Price: ...............$29.00 U.S.D.
Pick up time:......11:00 a.m. approximately.
Duration:...........5 hours
This
tour begins with a wonderful drive through some of the largest
coffee and sugar cane plantations of Costa Rica. Arriving
first at Grecia, we will see the famous metal church, that
has a rare and beautiful architecture. Next, we will tour
the fascinating craftsman factories of Sarchi; where they
build the famous oxcarts of Costa Rica.
Splendidly
decorated and in various sizes, these oxcarts are treasured
worldwide for their unique beauty. You will not want to
leave Costa Rica without one!
Suggested
Equipment: sweater, camera, binoculars and comfortable shoes.
Poás Volcano/ Grecia/ Sarchí
(ONE DAY)
Price:............$56.00 USD (with lunch)
$46.00 U.S.D. (without lunch)
Pick up time:...8:30 a.m. approximately.
Duration:....... 8 hours
This tour is the combination of the Poás Volcano
National Park and the Grecia & Sarchí (Oxcart
Factory) tours. See the best of Costa Rica saving time to
see more!
Suggested Equipment: Sweater, camera, comfortable walking
shoes, rain coat.
Pueblo Antiguo
(The Old Town of Costa Rica)
(Day or Night Tour)
Price:................$45.00 U.S.D.
Pick up time:......9:00 a.m. or 5:00 p.m.
Duration:...........3 hours
Travel
through time and transport yourself to the Costa Rica of
the past with the unique presentations of Pueblo Antiguo;
where all the colors of the architecture, customs and traditions
come together to show the origin of this small country and
its friendly people. Come and enjoy this unforgettable time,
filled with happiness and culture! (Includes entry fee,
dinner and shows).
Suggested
Equipment: camera.
Important: This tour runs only on Fridays and Saturdays.
Dinner at Tierra Tica (NIGHT ACTIVITY)
RAM Luna Restaurant and View Point
Price:..............$49.00 U.S.D.
Pick up time:....5:00 p.m. approximately.
Duration:.........4 hours
Take
pleasure from seeing the wonderful view of the Central Valley
from a high point while you enjoy a delicious typical buffet.
As well, admire an amusing traditional mascarada show followed
by pleasant marimba music and cheerful Costa Rican typical
dances. Finish the night finding delight in the magic of
bright fireworks. Moreover, on Wednesdays, watch how local
artisans work in their crafts. Do not miss this wonderful
night!
Suggested Equipment: camera and sweater.
Note: This tour runs only on Wednesdays.
Canopy Tour (ONE DAY)
Price:................$77.00 U.S.D.
Pick up time:......9:00 a.m. approximately.
Duration:...........6 hours
Early
in the morning we will leave the busy city and head up to
the mountains surrounding our Central Valley. Along the
way you will be able to drive by some typical Costa Rican
Towns and enjoy the variety of vegetation, and the scenery
of coffee fields and ornamental plants. As we ascend you
will experience the climate changes, a common characteristic
of our country.
The
canopy Tour is a once in a lifetime experience, consisting
of sliding in a cable between platforms over the forest.
The total length of the wires is more than 2 kms. between
12 platforms. The San Lorenzo Canopy has one of the longest
cables in all Central American Canopies with a little more
than 700 meters long.
During
the tour, you will have the opportunity to appreciate the
valley and the tropical forest, while you enjoy our two
groups of cables: The Forest and the Adventure Cables.
Finishing the tour, after a short walk to La Gran Vista
Restaurant, enjoy a delicious lunch and a great view.
Suggested Equipment: camera, light clothing, comfortable
hiking shoes and repellent.
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