1. Stay in the same hotel throughout the whole process, saving you the trouble of changing hotels and packing your luggage. 2. Tour leader leads the team, all attractions tickets and tips are included in one price, three meals are included (except the day of pick-up and drop-off), and 24-hour free pick-up and drop-off. 3. Visit Poas Volcano National Park with beautiful natural scenery at close range, and overlook the most active volcano, Arenal Volcano. 4. Go to Hot Spring, enjoy leisurely and slowly experience in the hot spring surrounded by tropical plants.
After arriving at the Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO), you can take the 24-hour free shuttle bus provided by the hotel to the hotel, which runs every 20-30 minutes. After arriving at the hotel, you can check in by yourself.
No meals include
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🍽 Lunch included
🍽 Dinner Special
Good morning! Today 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. Shortly after the coffee tour, we will proceed to visit Poas Volcano National Park. Here, there is an instant noticeable change in temperature and lively vegetation of the cloud forest to discover. Following 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!
San José → Coffee Tour → Poas Volcano National Park (40 mins) → La Paz Waterfall Garden → San José
What to bring: Hat, Walking shoes, Camera, Light jacket or sweatshirt, Insect repellent, Raincoat and Binoculars.
Note: In the event of a Poás Volcano eruption, trips to Poas Volcano National Park will be canceled for your safety. We appreciate your understanding.
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.
The Poás Volcano, is an active 2,708-metre (8,885 ft) stratovolcano, is one of the major attractions in the Central Valley region, one of the most visited national parks. 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.
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.
🍽 Include breakfast
🍽 Lunch included
🍽 Dinner Special
Today we will adventure over to the Arenal Volcano! We will first stop at the famous town of Sarchi! Here, you will be able to appreciate many of the art crafts and souvenirs that Costa Rica has to offer. Following, we will dive deep into the diverse plantations with agricultural products until arriving to the small town of La Fortuna! We will stop to enjoy a delicious lunch with a magnificent view of the volcano. The impressive Arenal Volcano is a magnificent natural wonder that is situated in La Fortuna (The Fortune) of San Carlos! Then, you will go to relax at one of the best hot springs in the area where you will experience the relaxation from the thermal waters. To end a perfect evening, we will be going back to San José, for a wonderful dinner served with a great view of the volcano!
San José → Town of Sarchi (pass by) → Arenal Volcano → Los Lagos Hot Springs → San José
The impressive Arenal Volcano is a magnificent natural wonder that is situated in La Fortuna (The Fortune) of San Carlos, previously assumed to be dormant, until in 1968, when it experienced a major eruption. Now is visited by tourist from all around the world hoping for the opportunity to witness volcanic activity, such as the white plumes of smoke that emanate from the conical shaped behemoth.
It is a veritable haven of hot springs, boasting a prime location with panoramic views of the volcano and beautifully landscaped gardens. The resort features mineral-rich hot spring pools, nourished by the geothermal activity deep within Arenal Volcano's subterranean formations. Additionally, you can enjoy naturally heated pools complemented by fresh tropical rainforest springs, offering both warm and invigorating cool options—all entirely free of chemicals.
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🍽 Cost excludes
🍽 Cost excludes
Today, you will end your pleasant trip to Costa Rica and return to your warm home by plane.
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Guests can take the 24-hour free shuttle bus provided by the hotel to the hotel, which runs every 20-30 minutes.
Guests can take the 24-hour free shuttle bus provided by the hotel to the airport, which runs every 20-30 minutes.
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The Hampton stands on Highway 1 beside Juan Santamaría International Airport, about 2 km from the terminal and roughly 20 km from downtown San José, which makes it the usual first- and last-night base for tours starting in the Central Valley. The roughly 150 rooms are soundproofed and have air-conditioning, cable TV, a coffee maker and free Wi-Fi; some come with a kitchenette and microwave.
A free hot breakfast is included, and there is an on-site restaurant and bar plus room service. Guests can use the outdoor pool, fitness centre and business centre, and the tour desk arranges excursions. The free airport shuttle runs around the clock (about every 15–25 minutes according to guests), parking is free and the Fiesta Casino is a two-minute walk away.