Irazu Volcano, Orosi Valley & Lankester Gardens |
We
take the Pan-American Highway South, to start ascending the Irazu Volcano.
The winding road travels through fertile lands cultivated with all kinds of
vegetables as we observe a lovely panoramic view. On the top of the volcano you
can observe the main craters and on a clear day both the Atlantic and Pacific
Oceans can be seen.
As we descend to the city of Cartago we will stop at the Virgin of the Angels
church
that
according to religious custom is a peregrination site for many believers. After
visiting the Church we will stop at Lankester Gardens, a University of Costa
Rica Institute for investigation. This place protects more than 800 species of
orchids, bromeliads and countless species of other plants.
We will continue on to Orosi Valley where the creation overflows in an unparallel beauty. We will be able to visit one of the few remaining colonial churches and stop for lunch in one of the local restaurants.
During our tour we will be able to observe La Casa del Soņador an example
of Costa Rican primitive art.
| Duration: | 8 hours for full day option, 5 hours for Irazu Volcano and Cartago only. |
| Departures: | 8:00 a.m. approx |
| Pickup point: | Your hotel in San Jose area |
| Recommendations: | Hat, jacket, walking shoes, insect repellent, binoculars and camera |
| Cost per person: | $70 for full day tour including lunch, Orosi valley and Lankester Gardens. $40 for Irazu Volcano only |
| Includes: | Transportation, guide |
Traveling between San Jose and the Caribbean? Check out this Irazu tour which includes transport to or from the Caribbean and San Jose.
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