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San José Province, Santa Ana, Costa Rica

Santa Ana

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Santa Ana

Welcome to Santa Ana, a vibrant gem in Costa Rica's San José Province! Bursting with coffee culture, local markets, and lush parks, this charming town offers a perfect blend of tradition and modern flair. Stroll through quaint streets, savor delicious cuisine, or sip freshly brewed coffee—adventure awaits around every corner in this delightful Costa Rican oasis!

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5/5
144 h

Costa Rica - Private Tour Experience

We are here for all your travel needs in Costa Rica. Enjoy an exclusive private tour experience. Includes: private transportation, excursions, hotels and private guide.

$2,500.00
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5/5

Private La Paz Waterfall Gardens & Starbucks Alsacia Coffee Tour

This private tour blends the natural wonders of Costa Rica with its rich coffee culture. Explore the stunning La Paz Waterfall Gardens, where lush trails, cascading waterfalls, and vibrant wildlife, including toucans, monkeys, and jaguars, bring the rainforest to life. Then, visit Starbucks Alsacia Coffee Farm to learn sustainable coffee farming practices and enjoy a freshly brewed cup with breathtaking mountain views. Perfectly balancing education, adventure, and scenic beauty, this immersive experience connects you with the heart and soul of Costa Rica, making it ideal for families, couples, and travelers seeking unforgettable memories in one remarkable day.

$250.00
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5/5

Poás Volcano with Coffee Tour from San Jose Costa Rica

The Poás National Park offers a safe and controlled visit so that you can enjoy a beautiful experience. Join us on a journey to uncover the secrets of Volcán Poás and explore the wonder it brings to the Costa Rican landscape. This is a more personalized experience.

$310.00
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5/5
1 h 30 mins

Self Guided Audio Walking Tour of San Jose Highlights

Discover the highlights of San Jose, Costa Rica on this self-guided walk that takes you to the most interesting monuments, buildings, museums and tells you their stories. This tour is the perfect introduction to the city for first time visitors. You will learn how coffee culture shaped this city, hear the surprising story behind the national monument and find out what different museums have to offer. On this tour you will discover 12 different spots and end at a market. You can decide which spots you want to enter and explore further and pause wherever you wish to.

$5.50
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5/5
240 h

10 Days: Costa Rica Pure Nature

For a small country of just 51,100 square kilometers, it has much to offer. There is so much to see and do in Costa Rica. View towards different exotic birds as the walk through green tropical forests, fascinating to obtain a surprising amount of wildlife and marine species, relax in the spectacular beaches of surround sound with adventure.  Program includes: Accommodation for 9 nights  2 Nights in San Jose  3 Nights in Corcovado National Park   2 Nights in Arenal Volcano - La Fortuna   2 Nights in Monteverde Cloudforest   Meals as per itinerary (9 Breakfast -  5 lunches - 4 dinner)  Professional Bilingual guide   Comfortable air conditioning vehicle throughout the itinerary   Domestic flights San Jose / Corcovado / San Jose  Boat transfers airstrip / lodge / Airstrip All taxes

$3,995.00
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5/5
9 h

Waterfall Hiking Tour Vara Blanca

Beautiful and amazing place to visit, get adventurous between the green mountains and big waterfalls. Come join the hiking adventure!

$260.00
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5/5
7 h

Rain Forest Aerial Tram Private Tour from San Jose

The Rain Forest Aerial Tram is an unique rain forest experience where you can admire the jungle from the same perspective of the birds. With the narration of your guide, learn all about the ecosystem and wildlife species present at this pristine forest. The cable car, built in the 90s by a biologist and researcher of the flora and fauna of the treetops, allows a 1-mile journey over the tropical rain forest. The beauty of nature is impressive and with the narration of the local naturalist guides, it becomes a true educational experience. The park is located at less than one hour from San Jose and besides the tram, you can enjoy diverse ecological experiences such a butterfly garden, nature walks, souvenir store and a restaurant. Our tour is operated in a 100% private basis, with high quality transportation services and a professional naturalist tour guide that will pick you up directly from your hotel.

$285.00
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5/5
10 h

Private Zipline Canopy Tour & Horseback Riding from San Jose

Enjoy an exclusive tour that combines 2 adventure activities in 1. Our tour is operated on a 100% private basis, with high quality transportation services and a professional naturalist tour guide who will pick you up directly from your hotel. The tour operates in the Sarapiqui region, which is located in the Caribbean and just 2 hours away from the capital city. We will cross the beautiful Braulio Carrillo National Park, with its impressive rainforest, multiple rivers and waterfalls. Once we arrive at our operations center, we will begin with the zipline canopy tour adventure. Enjoy 9 zip lines immersed in the forest of Sarapiquí. The zipline ends with a 900 ft cable crossing the beautiful Sarapiquí River canyon. After the canopy tour, enjoy a horseback ride through the tropical forest accompanied by an expert rider. At the end of the 2 adventures, a delicious lunch awaits you before beginning the journey back to your hotel.

$335.00
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5/5
9 h

Zipline Canopy & Whitewater Rafting Tour. Private tour

Your breath-taking adventure begins with a pickup from your hotel and a relaxing private drive through the wonderful Costa Rican countryside on an air-conditioned deluxe transportation. Your private professional naturalist tour guide will take you to Sarapiqui Region, where the 2 activities, rafting + zipline canopy tour will take place at Hacienda Pozo Azul. The tour will start with the explanation of the equipment and the safety instructions. Afterwards, you will go into the rapids and paddle your way through Costa Rica's jungle scenery. The rapids are changing all the time and you will be swept along on the rapids, with some big waves in between. The guides are experts and know exactly where to go and how to navigate these rivers. After it, experience the zipline canopy tour, with 9 zip lines and 11 platforms on the tree tops. Enjoy a unique perspective of the forest as you glide over the beautiful Costa Rican landscape. After the tours, enjoy a delicious lunch.

$335.00
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5/5
8 h

City Tour and Dinner at the Best Lookout in San Jose

San Jose Complete: Art, History and Dinner with Panoramic View Discover the best of San Jose on this combined tour, a great value experience that will take you around the city’s most iconic landmarks in one day. We will start at the Museum of Costa Rican Art, where you will tour its impressive exhibitions and the majestic Golden Hall, a hand-carved masterpiece that narrates the history of the country. Then, we will explore the city on foot, visiting emblematic places such as the National Theatre, the Central Market, the Metropolitan Cathedral, the Congress of the Republic and the historic Ammon Quarter. To close with a golden clasp, we will climb to the best viewpoint in San Jose to admire a spectacular sunset. Finally, we will enjoy an all-inclusive dinner in an exclusive atmosphere and, if you book Thursday or Friday, you will live a typical Costa Rican show at no additional cost. A must-see tour that combines art, history and culture. Book now!

$148.65
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5/5
6 h

San José City Highlights Culture History Hidden Gems

Discover the history, culture, and traditions of Costa Rica on this engaging tour through San José, the country's vibrant capital. Visit the renowned Pre-Columbian Gold Museum and admire the impressive collection of indigenous gold artifacts that reveal Costa Rica’s ancient heritage. Continue to the iconic National Theatre, known as the "Jewel of San José," a magnificent landmark built in 1897. Along the way, explore important city sites including the Old Train Station, the former National Liquor Factory, the Supreme Electoral Tribunal, the National Congress, the historic Metallic Building, the Central Market, and several parks and plazas. Learn about Costa Rica’s history, economy, politics, religion, and daily life from your expert guide. The tour concludes with a visit to a specialized jewelry workshop, where you will discover the ancient techniques used by indigenous cultures to create beautiful gold pieces.

$85.00
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5/5
4 h

Private Cultural Walk in Historic San José

This private walking tour reveals the cultural heritage and historic character of San José, the vibrant capital of Costa Rica. Explore a city shaped by centuries of transformation, where architectural landmarks, cultural institutions, and historic districts reflect a rich legacy of progress and tradition. Your experienced guide will share fascinating insights into San José’s history, architectural heritage, and enduring cultural significance. Admire historic buildings, elegant public spaces, and landmarks that showcase the city’s evolution through the centuries. Rooted in traditions that long predate the modern era, San José offers an inspiring journey through the cultural influences and historical milestones that helped shape Costa Rica. Please note: The program and attractions may vary based on booking date/time and crowd conditions, ensuring each visit is a unique experience.

$349.00
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5/5
48 h

2 Day Pacuare River Rafting and Hiking Tour

This tour is one of the Top River Adventures in Costa Rica. Pacuare River is considered a world class river for the practice of whitewater rafting, even for beginners or professionals who need practice for international tournaments. It is located about 2.5 hours from San Jose. This scenic ride from San Jose is just spectacular, with beautiful views of rainforest and small villages along the way. The lodge, where you will stay overnight is enchanting. It is located right in the middle of a pristine rainforest. The rooms are rustic but have all the comfort for living a deep nature encounter. Paved trails are available to all those who want to explore the area and see the abundant wildlife species of the area such as howler monkeys, toucans, sloths and many more.

$375.00
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5/5
9 h

Rafting and Horseback Riding Combo. Private Tour

Your breath-taking, adventure begins with a pickup from your hotel and a relaxing private drive through the wonderful Costa Rican countryside on an air-conditioned deluxe transportation. Your private professional naturalist tour guide will take you to Sarapiqui Region, where the 2 activities, rafting + horseback riding will take place at Hacienda Pozo Azul. The tour will start with the explanation of the equipment and the safety instructions. Afterwards, you will go into the rapids and paddle your way through Costa Rica's jungle scenery. The rapids are changing all the time and you will be swept along on the rapids, with some big waves in between. The guides are experts and know exactly where to go and how to navigate these rivers. After the rafting tour, experience the horseback ride, that will takes you along the Sarapiqui River and the farm for an hour and 30 minutes accompanied by a professional horse rider After the tours, enjoy a delicious lunch.

$335.00
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5/5
10 h

2 in 1 Volcano Irazu + San Jose City Tour

Just one hour and ten minutes from San José we have the beautiful Irazú volcano, one of the highest and most active volcanoes in Costa Rica, cataloged as one of the most beautiful and impressive on the planet.  We will be able to walk through one of the 3 main craters, and after the tour we will go to the highest point of the National Park, which is also the second highest point in Costa Rica, then we will descend the volcano to visit the most important church in Costa Rica. We know a little about the architecture and the different constructions that the structure has had.  Then our guide will take you directly to the city of San José. Discover San José like never before, we are the only operators that give you the opportunity to integrate and really get to know the culture of Costa Rica on a city tour. We combine the walking tour and guarantee maximum benefit from the experience while also having all the comforts of tourist transportation.

$187.10
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5/5
6 h

Day Trip from San Jose to Braulio Carrillo Canopy Tour

Enjoying safely through a series of cable systems that move through a big extension of a virgin forest, it motivates us throughout the tour to enjoy about the flora and fauna of this majestic environment. We have cables between 50 to 550 meters long at the points with more adrenaline. In these tours you can enjoy full views of the Braulio Carrillo National Park Our platforms are located on bases with heights from 3 to 106 meters high, some of them in trees and on land bases depending of the attraction and adventure points. Adventure time: 2:00 hrs. Suitable for people from 4 years and up. You should wear comfortable clothes which you do not mind getting dirty. Most of our guests do these activities wearing shorts, T-shirts and tennis

$179.00
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5/5
2 h

Explore San José Walking Tour with National Theatre Access

As you explore this enchanting city, you'll discover a perfect blend of old-world charm and modern vibrancy. Your knowledgeable guides will lead you through the streets, sharing captivating histories and transporting you back in time. Immerse yourself in the grandeur of the National Theater, a true masterpiece showcasing artistic brilliance. Admire its neoclassical façade, intricate details, and breathtaking murals that bring the culture to life. Allow us to be your guide, your storyteller, and your companion as we unlock the secrets of this mesmerizing destination. Book your tour today. San Jose is waiting to capture your heart!

$50.00
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4.9/5

San Jose Bike & Bites Ride

Experience San Jose in a unique way, visiting historical landmarks, parks, and neighborhoods. Taste some local flavors while you get to know the city. San Jose is the heart of our Nation and the best way to discover it is on two wheels, with zero emissions, and lots of emotions. The tour includes an experienced bilingual guide during the 2-hour bicycle ride, empanadas, and specialty coffee brewed by a local barista. It also includes an urban bike and a helmet.

$59.00
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4.9/5
3 h

Small Group Cultural Walking Tour in San Jose Costa Rica

As you explore this enchanting city, you'll discover a perfect blend of old-world charm and modern vibrancy. Our knowledgeable guides will lead you through the streets, sharing captivating histories and transporting you back in time. Immerse yourself in the grandeur of the National Theater, a true masterpiece showcasing artistic brilliance. Admire its neoclassical façade, intricate details, and breathtaking murals that bring the culture to life. Prepare to be amazed at the Central Market, a bustling hub where vibrant colors, aromatic scents, and lively sounds come together. Indulge your taste buds with local delicacies and tropical fruits that will transport you to paradise. Allow us to be your guide, your storyteller, and your companion as we unlock the secrets of this mesmerizing destination. Book your tour today. San Jose is waiting to capture your heart!

$45.00
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4.9/5
1 h 30 mins

Hacienda Alsacia Starbucks Coffe Tour

Hacienda Alsacia is our first and only coffee farm. We came here to work the soil, learn from the land and channel our passion into positive change. Now we invite you to rediscover coffee through the human experience. Once you visit, you too have ownership in its future.

$30.77
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