The impressive Arenal Volcano is a natural wonder located in La Fortuna de San Carlos, Alajuela, offering thousands of tourists the opportunity to appreciate the columns of white smoke, ash, and fumarolic activity emanating from the conical colossus. It is important to note that the volcano had remained dormant for at least 450 years until July 29, 1968, when it experienced a major eruption, marking the start of a new period of pyroclastic activity; this activity has decreased significantly in recent years.

En route to Arenal Volcano, we will stop in the famous town of Sarchí, known as the cradle of Costa Rican artisans, where you will have the best opportunity to purchase souvenirs such as woodwork, clothing, and other keepsakes.

In Sarchí, you will likely see an oxcart that holds the title of the world's largest. Built from cedar and decorated with striking colors like bright orange, its design is both traditional and intricate. This two-story structure took 70 days to complete and holds an honorable mention in the Guinness World Records.

The journey continues through forested areas and plantations of various agricultural products, including coffee, pineapple, and ornamental plants, as well as cattle farms. Along the way, you will experience the country's diverse microclimates before arriving in the beautiful town of La Fortuna, where we will stop for lunch at a cozy restaurant with a spectacular view of the Arenal Volcano.

After lunch, we will visit a nearby viewpoint at the base of the volcano to enjoy a closer view of the peak as well as vistas of Lake Arenal.

To conclude the experience, guests will relax in some of the country's finest hot springs, where they can enjoy rejuvenating waters ranging from 33 to 66 degrees Celsius (93-152°F). This provides a wide range of options to suit every preference, along with massages (optional activity) or other special treatments that must be booked in advance to ensure availability.

Tabacón hot springs combine the four elements of nature: the heat of the volcano, the waters flowing from the thermal springs, the pure air of the rainforest, and the fertile earth of the La Fortuna de San Carlos region.

And for the perfect finale, before returning to San José, we will enjoy a wonderful and delicious buffet dinner at the Tabacón Resort.