7-Day Costa Rica Classic Tour from San Jose: Irazu Volcano National Park and Arenal Volcanic Area | Stay at Tabacon Thermal Hot Spring Hotel & SPA

Product Code: 691584

OVERVIEW

Highlights

    Picturesque landscape: Ecological sightseeing, lush mountains and forests, active volcanoes, hot springs, and exotic animals
    Mysterious volcano: The world's largest volcanic craters, Poas Volcano, and the magnificent Arenal Volcano Zone
Tour Code
691584
Duration
7 day
Departure City
San José, Costa Rica
End City
San José, Costa Rica
Language
English, Spanish

IS THIS TOUR FOR ME?

Tour Themes: Outdoor Adventure

Explore the world with an active and adrenaline pumping adventures like diving, snorkeling, camping, hiking and so on.

Tour Type: Guided Tour

Multiple local tour guides/drivers available throughout your tour/activity

Activity Level: Moderate

Designed for travelers in good health who are comfortable with light walking or hiking

Itinerary

Day 01
San José, Costa Rica

Home - San Jose

Hotel: HILTON GARDEN INN LA SABANA HOTEL 4* or similar

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After pick-up back to your hotel, begin your Vip City Bus has the best city tour in Costa Rica at your disposal. Our unique sightseeing double decker bus will take you to downtown San Jose from your hotel to witness the city’s main historical landmarks for an immersive and panoramic cultural experience and a better understanding of Costa Rica’s evolution. Our favorite places to visit for a guided walk in San Jose include Costa Rica’s cherished National Theater (lobby), Art Museum, Metropolitan Cathedral the old and authentic Central Market, the impressive Gold Museum (dinner tour), an in-depth description of the National Monument, and the influential historical episode that took place at the Democracy Plaza. Our VIP City Bus tour will take you comfortably and safely through San Jose’s narrow and busy streets driving by beautiful outdoor city attractions. The living city is our museum.

  

Meal

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Day 02
San José, Costa Rica

San Jose - Irazú Volcano National Park, Church of Our Lady (one of the tree most famous cathedrals in Latin America), Orosi Valley, Lankester Garden - San Jose

Hotel: HILTON GARDEN INN LA SABANA HOTEL 4* or similar

Meal: B:Included L:Included D:Excluded

This tour is the combination of the Irazu Volcano National Park, the Orosi Valley and Lankester Garden tours. With this excursion you will see an impressive volcano, visit important historical and cultural places in our country and also will have the opportunity to see beautiful plants. To that end, the tour offers the mystique of the Irazu Volcano, and the enchantment of the lush gardens in Orosi.

The tour will begin with us trekking south along the Panamerican Highway until we reach the base of the behemoth "Iztaru" (a name of an indigenous village that was situated on the flanks of the volcano, and a likely candidate as a possible origin for the current name of the Irazu Volcano).

The winding road traverses fertile lands in which all types and forms of vegetation are cultivated, all the while affording us a spectacular panoramic view of the surrounding hills and valleys. And, at the very top of the summit, on a clear day, one can be privy to an unforgettable bird’s eye view of both the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans.

As we descend to the city of Cartago we will stop at the Virgin of the Angels Basilica - a famous peregrination site for many believers, some of which travel for days or even weeks on foot, in a pilgrimage of faith, to the site. The Basilica has large vaulted ceilings and exquisite examples of stained glass windows, and is a must see.

Next, after we visit the Basilica we will stop at the Lankester Gardens, a University of Costa Rica Center for investigation that protects more than 800 species of orchids, bromeliads and countless species of other plants.

Then, we will continue to the Valley of Orosi, an area that overflows with unparalleled beauty. We will be able to visit one of the few remaining colonial churches and we will stop to enjoy a tasty typical lunch at one of the local restaurants.

Meal

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Day 03
San José, Costa Rica

San Jose - Tabacon Hot Springs - Arenal Volcanic Area

Hotel: TABACON THERMAL HOTSPRING HOTEL & SPA 5* or similar

Meal: B:Included L:Excluded D:Excluded

After breakfast, we will head to the Arenal volcanic area, and upon arrival, visit one of the most popular attractions in Costa Rica: Tabacon Hot Spring, where you will be able to relax in the hot springs that you will never forget. On the way to the volcano, we will pass through a small town called La Fortuna, where you can see the majestic peaks on a clear day. After a hot spring, return to the hotel. Overnight at Hotel Arena Thermal Studies.

Afternoon: After checking in to the hotel, head to Tabacon Volcanic Hot Springs.

 



TABACON THERMAL HOTSPRING HOTEL & SPA 5*

 

 

Visiting Attractions

  • Arenal Volcano Arenal Volcano

Meal

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Day 04

Arenal Volcano Area - Sky Adventure (Tram & Trek or Walk)

Hotel: TABACON THERMAL HOTSPRING HOTEL & SPA 5* or similar

Meal: B:Included L:Excluded D:Excluded

After breakfast you can discover the forest from a birds eye view aerial tram and go deep into the forest rising up to highest point of the mountain on a ride that will amaze you in many ways. Sky Tram is an aerial tramway on which you will ride on a open air gondola that will rise smoothly through the forest offering endless views during its mountainous ascent. This experience is perfect for all of those who want to take a different approach on admiring Costa Rican nature, without much physical effort, but always being on spot where natures exhibits all its magic. On the ride, besides the views of the surrounding forests and beyond, you will be able to admire distinctive flora and fauna that might be only spotted from above, so keep an eye out for distinct natural treasures. Once Sky Tram gondolas reach the top, you will arrive at a wide observation platform on the highest point of the reserve, where you will be admired with the best views on a unique place to get in touch with nature. Or you can choose the extraordinary top of the line zipline course over the forest with amazing views of the Arenal Volcano and Lake. Sky Trek is a thrilling zipline circuit that’s located in the magical forests of Costa Rica. You can find this experience in both of our parks, at Monteverde and in Arenal (La Fortuna). Sky Trek zipline courses begin at the top of the mountains, you’ll ride and open air gondola to this point while admiring the best views of the surrounding area and even more. From there on, you will start the zipline course down the mountain. Cables stretch from mountain to mountain, reaching incredible lengths and heights, crossing canyons, going into the forests, and even sometimes in between clouds. But Sky Trek is more than that, live a unique experience beyond distance or heights, admire unique views, and feel the adrenaline like no other adventure.

 



TABACON THERMAL HOTSPRING HOTEL & SPA 5*

 

Visiting Attractions

  • Arenal Volcano Arenal Volcano

Meal

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Day 05
San José, Costa Rica

Arenal Volcano Area - Mystic Hanging Bridge - San Jose

Hotel: HILTON GARDEN INN LA SABANA HOTEL 4* or similar

Meal: B:Included L:Excluded D:Excluded

After breakfast, our natural history expert guides will accompany you in discovering the marvelous secrets hidden in this wildlife sanctuary we call rainforest. Having a specialist guide means visitors will acquire vast knowledge of the fauna inhabiting the reserve and will be able to watch several species from the forest, undergrowth, and floor.

The company of our guides will help you admire the balance and complexity of the tropical rainforest, and learn about interspecies relationships and their value, as well as the interactions within the ecosystem. In the midday return to San Jose.

  

Visiting Attractions

  • Arenal Volcano Arenal Volcano

Meal

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Day 06
San José, Costa Rica

3-in-1 Combo Tour (Doka Coffee, Poas Vocano, La Paz Waterfall Garden) - San José

Hotel: HILTON GARDEN INN LA SABANA HOTEL 4* or similar

Meal: B:Included L:Included D:Excluded

We will visit the Doka Coffee Estate for a delicious breakfast. Then we will be treated to a coffee tour in an actual coffee plantation where we will learn the ancient techniques used by the experts to produce some of the best coffee in Costa Rica and around the world. The careful process involved in the cultivation, harvesting and roasting of the Golden Bean will then be illustrated, very hands-on, and then we will savor the delectable product.

After the coffee tour, we will continue to Poas Volcano National Park, where there is a noticeable change in temperature and exuberant vegetation of the cloud forest.

The Poás Volcano, is an active 2,708-metre (8,885 ft) stratovolcano. The crater of the volcano is over a mile across and 1050 feet deep. It has erupted 40 times since 1828, including April, 2017.

At the Volcano we will have time to enjoy the impressive main crater with its sulfur fumaroles, and hike on a trail to the beautiful Botos Lagoon as we learn about the different ecosystems in the park.After Poás, we will continue to La Paz Waterfall Garden, where we will enjoy a buffet lunch (rated 4 Forks by the Costa Rican Tourism Council) that includes multiple selections of Traditional Costa Rican dishes and much more.

At La Paz Waterfall Gardens we will go through walking trails surrounded by lush tropical rain forest. Here we will appreciate flowing white rivers, spectacular waterfalls, birds, butterflies, monkeys, and hummingbirds. There are also, educational animal exhibits to enjoy such as the Aviary, the Butterfly Observatory, Hummingbird Garden, Serpentarium, Jungle Cats Exhibit, and the Frog Exhibit. This is definitely a tour enjoyed by nature lovers from all ages.

Due to the altitude and activity of the Poás Volcano, this tour is not recommended to any person with heart conditions, high blood pressure, people who have had a recent surgery, pregnant women or children.  As we ascend the mountain, we will notice a change in temperature and vegetation; we will see coffee plantations as well as fern, flower and strawberry farms along the way, creating a beautiful array of colors and visuals.

 

Visiting Attractions

  • Poas Volcano Poas Volcano

Meal

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Day 07
San José, Costa Rica

San Jose - Home

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Transfer out.

Tips:
If you want to stay more days, please check our 3-Day Costa Rica Tortuguero National Park Tour from San Jose

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Please note that order of day-to-day itinerary is adjustable depending on tour start day.

Pick-up Details / Transfers

【Airport Pick-up】
* Aeropuerto Internacional Juan Santamaría(SJO): 24 hours
【Airport Drop-off】
* Aeropuerto Internacional Juan Santamaría(SJO): 24 hours
* If the pick-up or drop-off time is in the middle of the night or too early, $5.00/guest tip to the driver is recommended.

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Package Includes

    • Hotel: 6 nights hotel accommodation fee
    • Tour guide: English-speaking guide service
    • Meals: Meals listed in the itinerary
    • Entrance Fees: Tickets to the tours and attractions included in the itinerary

Package Excludes

    • Transportation: Airfare and other transportation costs to and from San Jose
    • Tickets: Fees include tickets not mentioned in Tickets and self-paid items
    • Meals: Meals not mentioned in the itinerary
    • Other: All personal expenses
    • Tips: $8-$10/guest/day recommended

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation made within:

  • 0 - 05 Days Prior to Departure Date - Non-refundable
  • 06 - 08 Days Prior to Departure Date - 10% of total purchase amount can be refunded
  • 09 - 16 Days Prior to Departure Date - 20% of total purchase amount can be refunded
  • 17 - 31 Days Prior to Departure Date - 80% of total purchase amount can be refunded
  • 32 or More Days - 90% of total purchase amount can be refunded

Special Notes

    • This tour requires a minimum of 4 pax to operate, if there are less than 4 pax, you can check with our customer service team to see if the departure date meets the pax requirement.
    • Costa Rica is now not allowed to bring disposable items such as raincoats and bottled mineral water in all national parks. Travelers are kindly reminded to bring a personal kettle or umbrella supplies to avoid any trouble.
    • The tour does not allow more than 30 pounds of luggage per person.
    • WHAT TO BRING: Hat, light clothes and covered shoes. Rain gear, mosquito repellent, for the walk only. Do not forget your camera.
    • Children must be at least 7 years old to participate. People with heart pain (MISTICO), respiratory allergy (POAS), high blood pressure (tabacon), asthma, and poor physical strength in the elderly cannot order this product.
    • Poas Volcano was closed for about 1 and a half years after its eruption in April 2017. It reopened in September 2018, but there is a possibility of another eruption at any time, and if the volcano emits more than 2pm on the day of the visit, the tour will not be accepted. As tickets for Poas Volcano must be purchased online in advance, refunds are not possible in case of temporary prohibitions. Please understand that this is an irresistible factor.
    • Please provide accurate and complete information when booking, including but not limited to: name, gender, ID number, nationality, contact information, and whether you are an adult
      or children, self-purchased ticket information, etc., so as not to make booking errors and affect travel. If any damage is caused by the provision of incorrect personal information by the guest, the guest shall bear all the damage arising therefrom.
    • This itinerary is for reference only, and the final itinerary is subject to the final itinerary before departure. In case of special circumstances, due to irresistible objective reasons (such as natural disasters, war, strike, etc.) or airline flight changes or cancellations, the Company reserves the right to cancel or change the itinerary.
    • During the actual travel of this product, without reducing the attractions and obtaining the consent of the guests, the tour guide and driver may make appropriate adjustments to your itinerary (such as adjusting the order of visiting attractions, etc.) according to the weather, traffic and other conditions to ensure the smooth progress of the itinerary. If the original itinerary plan cannot be implemented due to force majeure and other factors, our company will implement more refunds and less compensation for the cost changes caused by this, please cooperate.
    • During the tour, if the attraction cannot be played normally due to force majeure factors, the tour guide can cancel or replace the attraction according to the actual situation after consultation with the guest, or the tour guide will refund the fee according to the ticket price in the tourism product on the spot.
    • For gifted items, the scenic spot has the right to decide whether to provide it according to its own carrying capacity and weather factors, and guests may also have the right to choose to participate or not to participate.
    • During the group tour, it is not allowed to leave the group early or leave the group during the non-free activity period, please understand if there is any inconvenience.
    • As long as there is a hiking trip, you must wear casual shoes, and sandals are prohibited to enter the park.
  • Depending on your arrival time, your hotel room may not be available until the afternoon. Most hotels allow check-in between 1:00pm-3:00pm, however some charge a fee for early check-in. Please check at the hotel desk to see if you may store your luggage at the hotel if you wish to explore the city on your own before check-in.
  • The time we mentioned in the itinerary is for reference only. Please refer to your guide on tour for the actual arrangement. The visiting order and duration might be changed according to actual and practical situation for better service.
  • This tour/activity is overseen by a select local operator in the region. Upon booking your tour or activity and after receiving confirmation, you will be issued an e-ticket detailing the local operator's name and contact information. If you require assistance finding a specific tour, please contact us for more information.
  • Warm reminder when entering South American countries: Valid documents (US green card/Canadian visa/Schengen visa, etc.) with an extension stamp cannot enter the country. Customs only recognizes the validity date printed on the document, and does not recognize additional stamps. (Please refer to official documents for entry policy)

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* Children aged 3-10 are applicable to children sharing a room with two adults.
* The price is not available during the Christmas peak season or around Holy Week Easter.

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    3. An E-Ticket will be sent to you via email as soon as details of your reservation are confirmed or your supporting information is received by us. We will provide you with all detailed information about your tour on the E-Ticket. Contact information for local tour provider will be included on E-Ticket for your convenience or re-confirmation purpose if re-confirmation is required.
    4. Simply print your E-Ticket and present it with your valid photo ID on the day of your activity to your tour guide. Please remember E-Ticket is your proof of purchase.

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