Irazu and Carthage Volcano on Premium Tour from San Jose

Overview

Available languages

English

Spanish

8 hours

Mobile ticket

Discover the best of Carthage from San Jose in one day.

Embark on a unique adventure exploring the majestic Irazu Volcano, surrounded by breathtaking landscapes. Immerse yourself in the history and mysteries of Carthage, Costa Rica’s first capital, by visiting iconic sites such as the Sanatorium Durán, the Basilica of Our Lady of the Angels and the Ruins of St. James the Apostle.

This tour is designed for those looking for a perfect combination of nature, history and mystery, with the comfort of a small group and an expert local guide.

This tour offers a premium and personalized service in small groups and comfortable vehicles.

Additional Info

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

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

What To Expect

Irazu Volcano National Park

Guided tour of Arenal Volcano, hike with panoramic views of its three craters and we will look for the best spots for incredible photographs.

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Included

Ruinas Sanatorio Carlos Duran

We will explore the mysterious Sanatorium Durán, a historical gem with intriguing stories.

45 minutes • Admission Included

What‘s Included

Bottled water

WiFi on board

Snacks

Air-conditioned vehicle

Entries

Lunch

Gratuities

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Options

Private service

Transportation and private guide: Enjoy an exclusive adventure exploring the majestic Irazú and Turrialba volcanoes with complete flexibility and comfort.
Pickup included

Irazu and Carthage Volcano on Premium Tour from San Jose

Pickup included

Reviews

5.00

4 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

A great day to share with the family
Geoff C,,Dec 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Adrian was a fantastic guide for our day through Costa Rica. He was communicative, knowledgeable and a great sense of humor. He took his top at every stop and shared some great history at the volcano, basilica, and ruins and it made for an amazing experience. I highly recommend this and other tours he does.
Best guide and best excursion!
Cristian P,,Nov 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
We had the best time with Adrian. He's very knowledgeable, friendly and at the same time very professional. We got a premium ride in a very nice and clean car. The volcano experience was unbelievable. We visited a second volcano in a beautiful remote area. It was a wonderful day thanks to him. We definitely recommend him as the perfect your guide!
It was very amazing...
Nina R,,Aug 31, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
It was very amazing experienced, our tour guide Adrian knowledgeables, we are very happy and satisfied with our tour. Our first time to walked and play the crater. Highly recommeded Adrian Rodriquez.
What a Pura Vida Time!
801haleyf,,Mar 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Adrian was the best driver/tour guide I’ve ever had! My family and I had such a great time and saw some amazing sights! Adrian is very knowledgeable and took us to some really cool places where he told us some very interesting facts about the sights. I would definitely recommend taking the tour with him, you won’t regret it. Thank you for everything Adrian :)