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Rincon de la Vieja, Short Break (On Request)

3 days
Start and end in Alajuela
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Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
Partially Guided
Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Other languages on request: Spanish
Group Size 1 - 30
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Arrival in Rincón de la Vieja

    Start point
    Aeropuerto Internacional Juan Santamaría (SJO), Ruta Nacional 1, Alajuela, Alajuela, Costa Rica (Pick up at San Jose Airport)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hacienda Guachipelin)
    Landmarks
    Rincón de la Vieja National Park
  2. Day 2

    Rincón de la Vieja National Park Hiking and Waterfall

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hacienda Guachipelin)

    Included Activities

    • Guided hike through Las Pailas sector of Rincón de la Vieja National Park (3.5km circular path)
    • Visit to fumaroles, geysers, and mud pots
    • Swimming at La Oropendola Waterfall
    Landmarks
    Rincón de la Vieja National Park - Las Pailas sector
    La Oropendola Waterfall
    Rincón de la Vieja Volcano
  3. Day 3

    Departure from Rincón de la Vieja

    End point
    Aeropuerto Internacional Juan Santamaría (SJO), Ruta Nacional 1, Alajuela, Alajuela, Costa Rica (Drop off at San Jose Airport)
    Meals
    Breakfast

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Where You'll Stay

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4.4(375 reviews)
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Cancellation policy

Reviews from other tours by Destination Services Costa Rica

  • Nicola
    April 24th, 2026
    We had a good trip to Costa Rica. All the arrangements, pickups and tours were as advertised. I would, however have...
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  • Jennifer
    April 21st, 2026
    Phenomenal experience! This itinerary was the perfect order to La Fortuna, then Tortugero, then Puerto Viejo where it...
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  • AMY
    April 17th, 2026
    This tour was well organised and really enjoyable. From being met at the airport, pre passport control with advice...
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    Asked on April 30th, 2024

    Can return transfer be not in San Jose but to JW Marriott Guanacaste Resort?

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    • Destination Services Costa RicaOperatorWritten April 2024

      Yes, we can coordinate the transportation service to JW Marriott Guanacaste Resort.

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      TravelerWritten April 2024

      How much price will change then? will it stay the same?

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      I will do the request to the operations team to verify if there is any price difference to inform you.

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