Corobici
River Rafting Caldera
Price per person: $90.00
(6 hours) This rafting adventure is ideal for the nottooadventurous. After a safety
briefing by the certified river guide, you will board the rubber rafts and paddle down the
class II river for 2 hours. Enjoy the rich lush tropical jungle which is inhabited by
numerous species of birds and animals, as you float down the river. Lunch is provided in a
local restaurant. River rafting can be an adventure, so expect to get wet. San Jose City Tour
Price per person: $81.00
(9 hours) The tour starts as you travel through the central valley with its rich
farmland, rolling green hills and lush mountain forests. The first stop is in the
charming, rustic village of Palmares. Next, is the capital city of San Jose. You will find
it surprisingly urbane as you wind your way through this bustling metropolis and visit the
magnificent National Theater. Discover the cultural heritage at the National Museum of
PreColumbian art. The exhibit features gold, jade, stone and ceramic pieces. Our
sightseeing will also take you past several of the city's parks and monuments. Heading
into the mountains, you visit one of the most fascinating structures in Costa Rica,
Greccis' all metal church. The last stop, before returning to the ship is the village of
Sarchi. Sarchi is home to Costa Rica's tradition of the handpainted oxcart. Here you will
find souvenirs in abundance. Lunch will be served at one of the hotels, which is included
in the tour.
Poas Volcano and Cloud Forest
Price per person: $69.00
(9 hours) The national park is one of the most beautiful places in the central
valley of Costa Rica where you will find Poas Volcano. The active crater is among the
world's largest, measuring a mile across. Stand on the rim of the crater and look down
nearly 1000' to the active fumaroles and hot water lake. This volcano's periodic
geyser-like eruptions of steam and water have earned Poas the distinction of the largest
geyser in the world. The picturesque towns surrounding the valley have some of the world's
most varied flora and home to some of the best sugar cane, coffee, and strawberry
plantations in the country. After your tour of the park, a 1 1/2 hour stop will be made
for lunch and shopping at the village of Sarchi. There you can find a large variety of
wood crafts, leather goods and souvenirs. |
Picturesque
Sarchi
Price per person: $35.00
(5 hours) Located 40 miles from the Port of Caldera, Sarchi is the home of Costa
Rica's symbol of a simple, yet colorful lifestyle, the handpainted oxcart. Established
over a century ago, the tradition lives on in this mountain village which is situated in
the center of sugar and coffee plantations. There is plenty of time to shop for wood
crafts, leather goods and souvenirs. Before returning to the ship, enjoy a brief stop in
the town of Grecia to admire the only all metal church in Latin America.
Traditions
Price per person: $65.00
(6 1/2 hours) This tour will give you the opportunity to enjoy a real folklore
Costa Rican experience. Driving along picturesque roads with mountain greenery and
tropical fruit plantations, you will arrive at the colonialstyle province of Heredia, home
to Britt Coffee, where you will have a fun and informative look at the origins of the
drink and its evolution into one of the worlds most important industries. At Pura Vida, a
delightful Costa Rican ranch, you will be treated to an exquisite native lunch amidst
beautifully landscaped gardens. Before returning to the ship, there will also be time to
shop for handicrafts and souvenirs. |