Things to do in Province of Alajuela, Costa Rica: The Best Historical & Heritage Tours

Enjoy an organic coffee tour at a family-owned farm. You will have the opportunity to learn about the coffee production, history , and many other particularities of the Costa Rican coffee, considered one of the best in the world. Share with the Gonzalez's Family,a Costa Rican family who are going to share with you detailed information of their coffee cultivation, local culture, traditions, and t authentic life experiences. You will learn everything about the coffee production in Costa Rica that played a key role in the country's history and it is still very important for the Costa Rican economy. At the end of our informative and interactive tour, you'll enjoy a fresh traditional Organic Costa Rican Coffee, prepared in the old fashion way, accompanied by traditional snacks.

Inclusions: Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Lunch

Home to sloths, howler monkeys, white faced monkeys, caimans, toucans, bats and much more, the Peñas Blancas River is ideal for passing half a day floating down a calm river observing wildlife and learning about the flora and fauna of the surrounding tropical rain forest.  Your experienced guide will make sure you take home plenty of wildlife photos and a vast knowledge of Costa Rica´s natural history.  You will be invited to enjoy homemade Costa Rican snacks such as fried plantains and organic cheese at a local family run farm with a refreshing glass of natural juice or a delicious cup of Costa Rican coffee to end your day.  All our tours are small and personalized or private to give you the best customer service and to inflict as little environmental damage as possible.

Inclusions: Transportation, Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected area only), Light refreshments, Snacks, Driver/guide, Professional guide, Gear, Coffee and/or Tea

Exclusions: Gratuities

We will start the tour with a delicious welcome drink prepared with the fresh fruits of the area. Our guide will highlight the main objectives of the farm, which include the promotion of the sustainable use of natural resources and preservation of Costa Rican customs and traditions. After this warm welcome, we will get to try milking cows by hand. Anyone can participate in this experience, especially the little ones. Next, we will participate in the process of extracting cane juice and have the opportunity to taste the juice with combined with a variety of ingredients such as liquor, peppermint, and other products obtained from the farm. We will visit a small archaeological ranch where we can observe different indigenous pieces and use them in the creation of artisanal cocoa. At the end of the tour, we will share a lunch made with farm-fresh products such as cheese, tortillas, hash, and more. Undoubtedly, this is an experience full of culture, tradition, and Costa Rican customs.

Inclusions: Traditional Costa Rican lunch, Bottled water, Snacks, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned minivan

Exclusions: Gratuities, Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)

Spend a full day exploring the sights of Nicaragua with a knowledgeable tour guide. Take a boat ride to popular islands, enjoy the history of the country, see famous national monuments, explore the culture, and experience an authentic Nicaraguan lunch. Bring your camera to snap shots of the colorful wildlife, and comfortable clothing for your boating excursions.

Inclusions: Local taxes, Bottled mineral water, Box Breakfast, Traditional Nicaraguan Lunch, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only), Transport by air-conditioned minivan with Wi-Fi, Aquatic transportation

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Gratuities, $7 Costa Rican exit tax, $12 Nicaraguan entrance tax, $3 Nicaraguan exit tax., Other personal expenses.

Unforgettable experience...!! Be amazed by the volcanic colossus of Arenal, though it has not erupted recently, this cinder cone on the Costa Rican skyline is considered one of the world's most active volcanoes. Also, visit The  Arenal Hanging Bridges (Mistico Park) a series of suspension bridges in the Volcan Arenal National Park area, offering views of Lake Arenal and Volcan Arenal, finally soak up in the thermal benefits in the mineral-rich waters at Tabacon natural hot Springs Resort & Spa

Inclusions: Buffet lunch, Buffet dinner, Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option selected), Air-conditioned vehicle, Entrance fees, Professional naturalist bilingual guide

Exclusions: Gratuities (recommendedl)

Cultural Maleku Tour, we visit to the Indigenous reservation set by the government, in the Northern Plains

Inclusions: Bottled water, Lunch, Local guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Souvenir photos

Discover the step-by-step process of seed germination to the first crop of our plants. There you will observe and be explained the development process of the plant up to the point of recollection of the ripe grain. You will also learn about the history of the estate, its owners, the production and varieties of plants, the geography of the area and the traditional ways of cultivating the grain. After the visit to the plantation, processing plant and packing house, you will enjoy a delicious traditional lunch. Continuing the tour, a few minutes’ drive will take you to a small and traditional town called Grecia. Grecia is noted for its unique church, made entirely of pre-fabricated steel plates painted red. Neighboring Grecia, is the quaint little town of Sarchi, known for its beautiful and intricate arts and crafts and souvenirs. A key artisan town in Costa Rica, Sarchi is best known for the vibrant and pretty oxcarts that are handcrafted here and sold all over the country.

Inclusions: Lunch, Bottled water, Coffee and/or Tea, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: gratitudes, Alcoholic Beverages

A national symbol of Costa Rica, the oxcart plays a key role in the country’s history, as they were used to transport coffee beans & other goods to nearby and faraway markets and ports. Starting in 1840’s most of the rural roads were very rough making the ox cart the sole means of transportation for families even though the trips could take weeks at times. Highly ornate, these oxcarts are elegantly craved and are usually hand-painted with bright colors. The painting of the ox cart is a Costa Rican tradition that has been passed down from generation to generation. Today most of the ox carts in Costa Rica are used as ornate decoration as well as symbols of Costa Rica in celebrations and parades. The largest and oldest oxcart factory is also found in Sarchi. The Joaquin Chaverri Oxcart Factory was built in 1902, and is considered to be the birthplace of oxcart handicrafts in Costa Rica.

Inclusions: Lunch, Bottled water, Coffee and/or Tea, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation

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Our adventure begins when we pick you up at your hotel in our comfortable passenger van. Then we travel to our private farm located next to the Arenal Volcano and National Park. Here you will be introduced to our professional bi-lingüal guide who will give you all the information you will need to to begin your adventure atop of your Quad. You will start out in open plans where you can warm up with your quad.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Bottled water, Driver/guide, Local guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Use of helmet

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities

First visit a real plantation in less than ten minutes from La Fortuna and learn about the nature and the cultivation of cocoa. Then learn to make your own handmade chocolate in our artisanal factory.

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes, Chocolate bar, Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle

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