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Calling all food enthusiasts! The San Jose Food Tour: Farm to Table is a culinary adventure through Barrio Escalante, Costa Rica’s vibrant food district. On this immersive journey, you’ll visit four handpicked establishments known for their innovative take on traditional Costa Rican cuisine, with chefs and owners guiding you through each farm-fresh creation. Enjoy two unique workshops—coffee and mixology—alongside a six-course tasting menu and seven diverse drinks, including spirits. The highlight of this tour is the direct interaction with local culinary artisans, making it a must for travelers eager for authentic, locally-sourced flavors and behind-the-scenes insights into San Jose’s thriving food scene.
4 hours
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Experience the vibrant nightlife and cultural heartbeat of Costa Rica’s capital with the 'San Jose By Night' walking city tour—complete with a gourmet dinner. Guided by a local expert, you’ll dive into the bustling Central Market, learning about exotic ingredients and Costa Rican culinary traditions. Stroll down Central Avenue to admire historic landmarks like the National Theatre, Morazan Park’s Metallic Building, and the picturesque Yellow House. Wander the scenic Barrio Amon, renowned for its French-inspired architecture, before settling in for a memorable wine and dining experience at a favorite local restaurant. This tour’s USP is its seamless blend of history, culture, and gastronomy, offering an insider’s view of San Jose’s dynamic evening scene.
4 hours
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It has a rich natural wealth and a sanctuary that harbors seabirds and beaches of white sands, besides it has flora and fauna of our Central Pacific. In this beautiful archipelago is LOCATED: Isla Tortuga. Tour can be in Yate or Catamarán
12 hours
USD 173fromUSD 147
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This excursion is a combination of excursions to the Irazu Volcano National Park, Orosi Basilica, Orosi Valley and Hacienda Orosi Hot Springs. On this excursion you can observe the impressive volcano, visit sites of great historical and cultural value of the country and relax in the hot springs.
9 hours
USD 213fromUSD 181
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The best safari float in a large river surrounded by incomparable jungle beauty! Enjoy 2 ½ hours immersed in the lush tropical rainforest, floating along the Sarapiqui River which lies next to important reserves renowned for their biodiversity. Exotic amphibians, countless tropical birds, otters, fish, sloths, iguanas, and incredible flora will make this experience unforgettable.
4 hours
USD 129fromUSD 110
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During this journey you will visit the National Theater, also known as “The jewel of San José”, a masterpiece in art and architecture built by Costa Ricans and completed in 1897. Then visit the Museum of Gold , then the Central Market, place full of the Costa Rican cultural heritage and traditions, where you will be able to browse and buy some local art crafts. You will also visit the Metropolitan Cathedral. As we travel around the city, we will point you out several historically important or main buildings in our city, for example The Costa Rica University, The Old Train Station, The National Liquor Factory, The National Supreme Election Bureau, the Asamblea Legislativa, The Metallic Building, some parks and various sites of interest. This will be an introduction to our Capital City, and information about our economy, cultural, politics, religion and general current events. Also, we will visit an Art Gallery, where you will be able to get some souvenirs to take back home.
5 hours
USD 100fromUSD 85
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Escape the city to enjoy a day in nature with this full-day tour from San José, including a Sarapiquí River cruise and a traditional buffet lunch.Discover Costa Rica's famous wildlife on this all-inclusive tour that offers a sampling of popular rainforest and river activities in and around the Braulio Carrillo National Forest.Full-day rainforest tour from San José. Cruise the Sarapiquí River in Braulio Carrillo National Park.Free time to explore wildlife nature. Includes a traditional buffet lunch. Includes hotel pickup and drop-off from San José.
7 hours
USD 141fromUSD 120
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Visit the highest volcano in the country with 3432 meters high above sea level. Then, visit the city of Cartago, the former capital of Costa Rica where a stop is made at the Basilica of the Virgin of the Angels, a place of pilgrimage for many faithful. Then, explore the Lankester Botanical Garden, created for the protection of more than 800 species of orchids. Continue to the scenic Orosi Valley, one of the important settlements during the colonial era. You will visit its colonial church, followed by a delicious traditional lunch in the area.
8 hours
USD 161fromUSD 137
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As we arrive to La Paz, we will walk through a trail, leading to a spectacular waterfall in the middle of the rainforest. also visit the hummingbird gallery, the serpentarium, the bird house, the butterfly garden and the frog’s exhibit; to be enjoyed by those of all ages.
7 hours
USD 156fromUSD 133
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8 hours
USD 192fromUSD 163
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It has a rich natural wealth and a sanctuary that harbors seabirds and beaches of white sands, besides it has flora and fauna of our Central Pacific. In this beautiful archipelago is LOCATED: Isla Tortuga. Tour can be in Yate or Catamarán
12 hours
USD 173fromUSD 147
15% Off Today
This excursion is a combination of excursions to the Irazu Volcano National Park, Orosi Basilica, Orosi Valley and Hacienda Orosi Hot Springs. On this excursion you can observe the impressive volcano, visit sites of great historical and cultural value of the country and relax in the hot springs.
9 hours
USD 213fromUSD 181
15% Off Today
The best safari float in a large river surrounded by incomparable jungle beauty! Enjoy 2 ½ hours immersed in the lush tropical rainforest, floating along the Sarapiqui River which lies next to important reserves renowned for their biodiversity. Exotic amphibians, countless tropical birds, otters, fish, sloths, iguanas, and incredible flora will make this experience unforgettable.
4 hours
USD 129fromUSD 110
15% Off Today
During this journey you will visit the National Theater, also known as “The jewel of San José”, a masterpiece in art and architecture built by Costa Ricans and completed in 1897. Then visit the Museum of Gold , then the Central Market, place full of the Costa Rican cultural heritage and traditions, where you will be able to browse and buy some local art crafts. You will also visit the Metropolitan Cathedral. As we travel around the city, we will point you out several historically important or main buildings in our city, for example The Costa Rica University, The Old Train Station, The National Liquor Factory, The National Supreme Election Bureau, the Asamblea Legislativa, The Metallic Building, some parks and various sites of interest. This will be an introduction to our Capital City, and information about our economy, cultural, politics, religion and general current events. Also, we will visit an Art Gallery, where you will be able to get some souvenirs to take back home.
5 hours
USD 100fromUSD 85
15% Off Today
Escape the city to enjoy a day in nature with this full-day tour from San José, including a Sarapiquí River cruise and a traditional buffet lunch.Discover Costa Rica's famous wildlife on this all-inclusive tour that offers a sampling of popular rainforest and river activities in and around the Braulio Carrillo National Forest.Full-day rainforest tour from San José. Cruise the Sarapiquí River in Braulio Carrillo National Park.Free time to explore wildlife nature. Includes a traditional buffet lunch. Includes hotel pickup and drop-off from San José.
7 hours
USD 141fromUSD 120
15% Off Today
Visit the highest volcano in the country with 3432 meters high above sea level. Then, visit the city of Cartago, the former capital of Costa Rica where a stop is made at the Basilica of the Virgin of the Angels, a place of pilgrimage for many faithful. Then, explore the Lankester Botanical Garden, created for the protection of more than 800 species of orchids. Continue to the scenic Orosi Valley, one of the important settlements during the colonial era. You will visit its colonial church, followed by a delicious traditional lunch in the area.
8 hours
USD 161fromUSD 137
15% Off Today
As we arrive to La Paz, we will walk through a trail, leading to a spectacular waterfall in the middle of the rainforest. also visit the hummingbird gallery, the serpentarium, the bird house, the butterfly garden and the frog’s exhibit; to be enjoyed by those of all ages.
7 hours
USD 156fromUSD 133
15% Off Today
The Doka-Grecia and Sarchi tour is a relaxing yet very enjoyable tour in which you will learn about our history and traditions. Also a great opportunity to get some coffee and souvenirs to take back home.We take the Pan-American Highway towards the city of Alajuela. En route we will pass the Agriculture Monument, the Monument to Juan Santamaria, our national hero and the famous Mango Park.
6 hours
USD 109fromUSD 93
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8 hours
USD 192fromUSD 163
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Leaving San José the tour traverses the majestic scenery of Braulio Carrillo National Park and arriving at Sarapiqui we will enjoy two adventurous attractions: the Canopy Tour in the middle of a secondary forest with trees of high altitude and after lunch the White Water Rafting in the agitating waters of the Sarapiqui River.The Canopy Tour takes about one and a half hour. We go through nine cables of different lengths, stretching over the forest, with the last one crossing the Sarapiqui River.The rafting at Sarapiqui River has different levels between class II and class III, presenting a vibrant scenery to those who want to participate in this exciting activity. Nine miles of unexpected rapids in combination with calm and relaxing intervals makes this an unforgettable experience for bird watchers, nature, and adrenaline lovers. In lieu of the white-water rafting, you may opt for a horseback riding tour.
10 hours
USD 193fromUSD 164
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