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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
This tour is the best combination of the Irazu Volcano National Park and the Lankester Garden tours. It offers the mystique of the Irazu Volcano, and the enchantment of the lush gardens in Ujarras Ruins within the Orosi Valley.
Certified Bilingual Tour Guide
Lunch
Air-conditioned vehicle
Transportation included from San Jose Hotels and nearby
Tips
Bottled Water
Departure Point
Traveler pickup is offered
We will pick you up in hotels located in the San Jose area.
The pick up time will depend on the hotel location, we will kindly ask to specify in your
request the place where you will be staying.
Traveler pickup
C. 40, San José, Mántica, Costa Rica
WWPG+GXP, Av. 7, San José, Otoya, 10101, Costa Rica
Avenida 11 Calle 3A, C. 3A, San José, Amón, 10101, Costa Rica
Radial Francisco J. Orlich Plaza Los Mangos, Alajuela Province, Alajuela, 20109, Costa Rica
2 km East from International Alajuela, San Jose calle rio segundo a lado de adobe rent a car Alajuela Alajuela 251, Alajuela Province, Río Segundo, 3009, Costa Rica
Radial A, San José, Santa Ana, 10901, Costa Rica
Av Laet, Ciudad Cariari, San Anto Marina Cariari, 300 M. Suroeste del Fresh Marknio de Belen, Heredia, Heredia, Belén, Cariari, 40703, Costa Rica
Av 9 15, Otoya, San José, 10101, Costa Rica
La esquina de Calle 92 con Avenida 21, San José Province, San José, Asuncion, 10109, Costa Rica
Calle 21 y 25, Av. 6, González Lahmann, San José Province, San José, Costa Rica
WVHX+5GR, C. 50, San José, Urbanizacion Colón, Costa Rica
C. 66A, San José, Urbanizacion Castro, Costa Rica
X5H4+52H Volcán Irazú-SINAC National Park, Oreamuno de, Provincia de Cartago, Cartago, Costa Rica 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. 60 minutes
Santuario Nacional Nuestra Senora de Los Angeles, Cartago, Costa Rica 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. 20 minutes
Jardin Botanico Lankester, Cartago, Costa Rica 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. 60 minutes
Service animals allowed
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What to bring? Coat - Camera - Binoculars - Comfortable walking shoes - Raincoat
If you are travelling with children please let us know their ages, during the booking process.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Scott_H
18 Jul 2025
The volcano is a must. We got very lucky with the timing and it was clear when we arrived and we could see absolutely everything. The view is incredible. The clouds rolled in while we were there and then the view was gone.
Lankester Gardens is very educational if nothing else. The incredible variety of orchids and other flora is nothing short of amazing.
The basilica has a funeral going on so we were limited on what we could see but it was still very enjoyable.
The lunch spot had amazing views and good food as well.
The bus air conditioner worked very well and kept us comfortable.
barbaraoU8430SQ
06 Jun 2025
Everything about this tour was perfect from the moment our personal guide we were fortunate to get a personal tour that Day picked us up at our hotel and took us to the volcano and the valley and we were able to spend extended time as our wonderful tour guide Franklin Campos. he was so knowledgeable and educated us on so many different things involving the volcano the valley and the people of Costa Rica. We went on to tour, the beautiful Catholic Church. Just being in its presence was a religious peace. Then we went on to have a wonderful lunch nearby at a new restaurant. His tour company was trying, and it was superb and it was perfect that he was able to join us and we continued learning about the history of Costa Rica and building a friendship that will cross the ocean even after we leave. Then to top off the tour, we got to enjoy the beautiful garden of Lancaster complements of the university of Costa Rica. We were able to take our time and enjoy every plant tree bird that the garden held at one time they have 30,000 species of orchids from being planted to full bloom. I would greatly recommend this tour and if you are fortunate to have as your guide, a very fine gentleman named Franklin Campos, I assure you you’re in for a treat.
Alison_C
01 Jun 2025
This tour had a lot of great variety on the trip which is great for people with a short time in the San Jose area. I would have loved some more guidance in the history of the volcano and more guidance generally but the tour guild was enthusiastic and open to questions; the food was excellent and the views were incredible.
This tour in
Costa Rica
is organized by
Expediciones Tropicales Day Tours
We always double-check the availability with our local partners for each booking. Even though this is usually a swift process, it can take up to 24 hours. Once this process is completed you will receive your voucher or ticket by email. If our local partner is not able to confirm your booking we will offer you the best possible alternative. If the new date and/or time doesn’t fit your itinerary, we will reimburse the full amount paid.
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