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Irazu Volcano National Park & Basilica de los Ángeles.

★ 3.4 (9 reviews) · By Expediciones Tropicales Day Tours

Explore Irazú Volcano National Park on an unforgettable day trip from San José, Costa Rica! Journey through the scenic Central Valley, passing traditional farms, charming rural towns, and beautiful mountain landscapes. Reach the summit of Irazú Volcano, one of Costa Rica’s highest active volcanoes, and discover its impressive volcanic craters, including Diego de la Haya and Playa Hermosa.

Enjoy spectacular panoramic views, with the chance to see both the Pacific Ocean and Caribbean Sea on clear days. Continue to Cartago, Costa Rica’s former capital, and visit the iconic Basilica de Nuestra Señora de los Ángeles, a treasured religious and cultural landmark.

Perfect for nature lovers, photographers, and history enthusiasts, this Costa Rica volcano tour combines breathtaking scenery, volcanic wonders, and authentic local heritage in one remarkable experience!

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Duration 6 hours

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Live tour guide

English, Spanish

Key facts

Duration 6 hours
Languages English, Spanish
Group size Up to 30
Ages Infant 0–2; Child 3–10; Adult 11–99
Accessibility Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What's included

Included

  • Bilingual Certified Tour Guide
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Transportation included from San José and the surrounding area
  • Operates with a minimum of two people

Not included

  • Tips

Itinerary

  1. Stop 1

    The trip leads up to a spectacular view of the massive crater which is home to a lagoon with a mystical green hue surrounded by jagged rocks. It should be mentioned, that on a clear day you can actually see both the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans!

    1 hour
  2. Stop 2

    After an exciting tour of the volcano, we will descend to the historical city of Cartago. Here will visit the mysterious ruins of the old Parish and take in the beautiful Basilica of our Virgin of Los Angeles (Virgen de los Angeles) with rich displays of carvings, statues and other art. Estimated Return to San José: 12 m.d.

    1 hour

Meeting point & pickup

Hotel pickup included for all travelers

We will pick you up at hotels located in the San José area and near by. The pickup time will depend on your hotel's location, so we kindly ask that you specify the place where you will be staying in your request.

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How to get there

Pickup is available from 142 listed hotels. Exact pickup time is confirmed after booking.

Cancellation & confirmation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled at least 1 day(s) before
  • 0% refund if cancelled 0–1 day(s) before
  • May be cancelled for bad weather
  • May be cancelled if there are not enough travelers

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From $85.00 per person

Infant Age 0–2
0
Child Age 3–10
0
Adult Age 11–99
1
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