| POÁS VOLCANO, GRECIA AND SARCHÍ
TOWNS (OXCARTS & ARTS FACTORIES) |
| Approximately pick up time: |
8:30 am |
| Approximately duration: |
8 hours |
This tour begins with a wonderful drive through some of the largest
coffee and sugar cane plantations of Costa Rica. Arriving first
the Poás Volcano is one of the world's largest geysers
with an awesome crater, over 1.5 km. wide! The volcano is active,
but completely safe for viewing. In addition to the volcano, the
Poás National Park is a 9.884-acre reserve with rich tropical
vegetation and animal life. The tour includes a hike through the
surrounding forest that is teeming with typical plant life and
exotic birds. The hike concludes at a restful, emerald green,
tropical lagoon.
Then, we will visit Grecia, we will see the famous metal church,
that has a rare and beautiful architecture. Next, we will tour
the fascinating craftsman factories of Sarchí; where they
build the famous oxcarts of Costa Rica. Splendidly decorated and
in various sizes, these oxcarts are treasured worldwide for their
unique beauty. You will not want to leave Costa Rica without one!
See the best of Costa Rica saving time to see more!
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| Recommendations: |
Sweater, camera, comfortable walking shoes and rain coat. |
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