Visit the summit of the highest active volcano in Costa Rica, at an elevation of 3,432 meters, followed by a visit to the city of Cartago and the Orosi Valley.

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Duration 8 hours: Check availability to see starting times.
Skip the ticket line
Live tour guide: Spanish, English
Pickup included: Pickup/drop-off service is offered at any Hotel/Hostel/B&B/Airbnb in San Jose downtown, Alajuela downtown, and Heredia downtown
Wheelchair accessible

Highlights

See the summit craters of the highest volcano in Costa Rica
Visit the charming city of Cartago and visit its central basilica
Explore the beautiful Orosi Valley and stop for a traditional lunch

Full description

Start with a pickup from your hotel and travel by minibus along the Panamerican Highway until you reach the base of the Irazú Volcano. Travel up the winding road through fertile farmlands where many types of fruit and vegetables are cultivated.

Enjoy spectacular panoramic views of the surrounding hills and valleys. At the summit of the volcano, on a clear day, marvel at the spectacular view of both the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans.

Next, descend to the city of Cartago and stop at the Virgin of the Angels Basilica. Discover this local pilgrimage site which has large vaulted ceilings and exquisite examples of stained glass windows.

Continue the tour through the Orosi Valley, an area of magnificent natural beauty. Visit one of the few remaining colonial churches in the region and stop for a tasty typical lunch at one of the local restaurants. Finally, be returned to your hotel to complete the tour.

Includes

Bilingual English and Spanish-speaking guide
Air-conditioned transportation
Entrance fees
Bottled water
Typical Lunch

Gratuities

Covid-19 precautions

Safety measures in place

All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds

Traveler requirements

You are required to bring and wear a mask

Important information

What to bring

Comfortable shoes
Jacket
Comfortable clothes

Know before you go

This tour will take place rain or shine
This tour is suitable for people of all ages

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4.8 /5

based on 19 reviews

Review summary

Guide
4.5/5
Transportation
5/5
Value for money
4.8/5

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Ronnie is an amazing tour guide, we learned so much about Costa Rica, he is very knowledgeable and passionate! The volcano was an amazing experience as well as a tour of Cartago city and the valley. Our lunch was at a coffee plantation it was magical. Will definitely be coming back to Costa Rica to explore more!

May 31, 2022

August 25, 2022

Great tour!! Really interesting and fantastic sights. Frazier our kind was amazing. He made the trip interesting and so much fun. Our group insisted we go with him on the next trip. Dont miss it!!

August 22, 2022

San Jose: Irazú Volcano, Cartago City & Orosi Valley Tour

San Jose: Irazú Volcano, Cartago City & Orosi Valley Tour

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