Tours and Trips in San Jose

Ride through the Costa Rican countryside with a guide on this 7-hour bike tour from San Jose. Cover more territory than in possible on foot - but absorb more than what is possible by car - as you travel through rural towns, coffee fields, forests, and more in Cartago Province.

From the white-sand shores of the Pacific Ocean to the cloud forests and volcanic hot springs of the northern plains, Costa Rica is a country rightfully renowned for its natural beauty. See this small country's biggest attractions on a guided 7-night tour, which includes a mix of must-do activities and time to relax, as well as all transportation, accommodation, and a daily breakfast.

This all-inclusive tour from San Jose makes it easy to experience the majestic beauty and rejuvenating thermal waters of Arenal. Everything is arranged, from transport and a hotel reservation to meals with a view of Costa Rica's most impressive volcano. All you have to do is choose from one of four outdoor adventures and relax with a soak in one of Arenal's top-rated hot spring resorts.

Embark on a 4-day Arenal Adventure from San Jose, with drop-off at Liberia Airport. Set out from Costa Rica's capital city to La Fortuna, where you'll start the following day with a thrilling zip ride through lush rainforest canopy. Continue your outdoor activities on a Class II and III white water rafting trip down the Balsa River, keeping an eye out for playful monkeys, colorful toucans and lazy sloths as you go. This multi-day tour includes some meals, comfy lodgings and drop-off at Liberia International Airport for your flight home.

Costa Rica has many unique places sights. One of the most famous is the majestic Rio Celeste located in the canton of Guatuso in the province of Alajuela, inside the Tenorio Volcano National Park. - Visit one of the most famous areas in Costa Rica. - Discover Celeste River Waterfall. - Enjoy a walk on the trails through the Tenorio Volcano National Park.

Discover the extraordinary natural beauty and amazing biodiversity of Costa Rica on this 9-day tour of the country's northwestern region. Departing from San Jose, visit Arenal Volcano National Park, Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge, the cloud forest of Monteverde, Tamarindo's famed beaches, and Vida Aventura Nature Park in Guanacaste. The tour includes 8 nights of accommodation, all transfers, exciting activities, and many meals so you can skip the stress of planning and simply enjoy your spectacular Costa Rica vacation.

On this guided 10-day tour, discover some of Costa Rica's must-see attractions, including the Tortuguero Canals, San Jose, the Arenal Volcano, and the Monteverde Cloud Forest. This set itinerary takes the guesswork out of planning an extended stay and offers enough free time to explore on your own. The tour includes all lodging, most meals, and transportation, and begins and ends at the San Jose International Airport.

Find your bliss with a classic Costa Rican experience that combines a seismic dose of adventure and relaxation! On this full-day trip from San Jose, visit the very active Arenal Volcano and explore its base with a guided nature hike. Then, unwind with a soak in a variety of geothermal pools at the luxurious Tabacón hot springs. The tour also includes a stop at the artisan town of Sarchí, plus delicious lunch and dinner.

Experience the very best of Costa Rica's northwestern provinces on this action-packed 8-day tour. Soak in bubbling natural hot springs with views of the active Arenal Volcano, cruise through the Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge on a boat tour, catch some rays on the beaches of Guanacaste and enjoy the classic Costa Rican adventures of ziplining, horseback riding and mud baths. This perfectly planned tour includes 7 nights of accommodation, professional guides, many meals and all transport.

Escape the ordinary on this immersive bike-riding day trip to the charming town of Cartago. Experience the Costa Rican rail system with a short train ride, and then hop on your bike for a two-wheeled tour around Cartago's historic streets. Learn about the town's colonial history with your expert guide, and visit a local market to sample delicious produce and traditional treats before heading back to San Jose by bus. A small group limit of 12 people provides a personalized experience on this half-day tour.

Indulge in nature, culture and food during this full-day retreat to the Casona Río Private Reserve with lunch included. Nestled in La Fortuna near the Arenal Volcano this private, traditional estate is where travellers come to see country life Costa Rica style. Learn about the surrounding wildlife and vegetation and cook a traditional meal on a wood-burning stove before soaking in hot springs made warm by the nearby volcano.

By booking this zipline and cultural tour in La Fortuna, you can split the day between exploring Costa Rica's famous rain forests and learning about one of the native groups that keep Costa Rica culturally rich. Safety-minded guides lead you on an exhilarating zipline course and then bring you to a Maleku community for an uncommon chance to learn about one of Costa Rica's few remaining indigenous groups.

Hike through Tenorio Volcano National Park's remarkable landscape and see the otherworldly blue of the Rio Celeste waterfall on a full-day trip from La Fortuna. Follow your guide on a 4.3-mile (7-km) trail into the forest, watch for the monkeys and birds as you stroll past a serene lagoon, and take in views of the imposing Tenorio Volcano. Visit the park's boiling mud pits and brightly colored jungle waterways, then enjoy a full lunch in the park before returning to your hotel.  

Explore nature attractions in Costa Rica with this 8-day adventure-packed hiking tour. Starting in San Jose, you'll head to the impressive Toro Waterfall. From there, tackle some semi-challenging terrain on the way to the Cerro Chato Volcano near Arenal, followed by a possible dip in the pools of the Fortuna Waterfall. The tour also includes a visit to the Tenorio Volcano National Park, where you can spot wildlife. Finally, hike in the mountains of Quepos along the Costa Rican coastline.

An all-inclusive tour is an efficient and affordable way to visit Costa Rica's essential highlights in just a week. Transportation, activities, meals, and lodging are included on your visits to Arenal Volcano, Monteverde Cloud Forest, Tortuguero Canals, and more. Plus, traveling with a guide means gleaning lots of insight into local culture and history that you might miss traveling alone. This tour is limited to just four people for a more personalized experience.

Enjoy two can't-miss Costa Rican experiences with a trip to Arenal Volcano (Volcan Arenal) and Baldi Hot Springs Resort. This overnight tour from San Jose gives you the chance to watch for lava flowing down an active volcano and then enjoy a relaxing soak in thermal waters. One night of accommodation is included.

Experience one of the most biodiverse places on the planet with this 11-day  tour of Costa Rica. Cruise through the tropical rain forests of Tortuguero National Park and soak up the sun on the pristine white sand beaches of Manuel Antonio. Discover the unique ecosystems of Monteverde's cloud forest and relax in natural hot springs at the base of an active volcano in Arenal. The tour includes all transport, park fees, many meals, and 10 nights of accommodation.

Discover the vast natural wonders of Costa Rica with a 13-day tour of the country's top national parks, and visit 7 national parks over 2 weeks. Hike through Quetzales National Park's cloud forest; relax on Manuel Antonio's white sand beaches; discover the rich flora and fauna of Carara National Park and trek Arenal Volcano National Park's incredible lava flow trail. Swim in natural pools, spot wildlife like scarlet macaws, iguanas and even American crocodiles and experience local nature and culture as you go. This multi-day trip includes comfy lodgings throughout.

Push your limits on this competitive canopy tour in La Fortuna. Develop your team spirit and a sense of friendly competition over the course of 12 adventurous activities such as a Tarzan swing, rappel, and swinging bridge, all under the watch of your safety-trained guide. This tour includes pickup and drop-off from select Arenal-area hotels.

Experience Costa Rica without giving a thought to transportation or itineraries during this multi-experience, 12-day, guided, small-group trip with accommodations and skip-the-line access included. Nature-lovers and adrenaline-seekers can visit waterfalls, volcanoes, beaches and more in four different regions and wind down by taking in the sights and enjoying local food and the Costa Rican lifestyle.