Semi Private Irazú Volcano, Rose Farm & Basilica Tour
ID: GYG1298995-1985634
Category:
Country: Costa Rica
Duration:
06:00 hours
Description
Discover the Irazú Volcano, a rose farm, and the Basilica of Our Lady of the Angels on a semi private tour from San José. Enjoy a traditional Costa Rican lunch with mountain views.
Begin your day with a pickup from your hotel in San José, Alajuela, or Heredia. Travel in a semi private, comfortable vehicle to Irazú Volcano National Park. Drive up through cloud forest and farmland to the summit crater. Spend approximately 90 minutes exploring the main crater and Diego de la Haya crater.
Next, visit a working rose greenhouse in Llano Grande de Cartago. See how roses are grown at altitude, meet the family owners, and optionally purchase a fresh bouquet directly from the farm.
Continue to the Basilica of Our Lady of the Angels, Costa Rica's most important religious site. Take a guided tour of the basilica, including the crypt of La Negrita and the sacred spring where pilgrims collect holy water.
After your visit to the basilica, enjoy a traditional Costa Rican lunch at a family-run soda with mountain views. Savor a classic casado, a dish that includes rice, black beans, plantains, fresh salad, and your choice of protein.
Finally, return to your hotel in San José, Alajuela, or Heredia.
Highlights
- Marvel at the stunning views from the summit of Irazú Volcano
- Visit a working rose farm and see how roses are grown at altitude
- Explore the Basilica of Our Lady of the Angels, Costa Rica's most sacred site
- Enjoy a traditional Costa Rican lunch with mountain views
- Travel in comfort with semi private transportation and a bilingual guide
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Earlier departures offer clearer volcano views.
The tour involves walking and standing for extended periods.
Weather can change rapidly; dress in layers.
INCLUDED
- Semi Private transportation with A/C
- Professional bilingual guide
- Hotel pickup & drop-off
- Traditional Costa Rican lunch (casado)
- Irazú National Park entrance fee
- Rose farm guided visit
- Bottled water throughout the day
NOT INCLUDED
- Roses purchased at the farm
- Drinks during lunch
- Gratuities
- Personal expenses
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
