Orosi
Valley & Lankaster Garden
Code: CRWT-98
Code: CRWT-98
This half day trip combines history with a beautiful sightseeing; first
the coffee plantations of Tres Rios and the impressive mansions of one
of the most exclusive residential zone in Costa Rica, "Lomas de Ayarco".
To get to the Valley of Cartago, we have to cross the Ochomogo Mountains,
place where the last fight of the revolution of 1948 was won and also
passing the Continental Divide. Once at Cartago we will visit the "Ruins
de Cartago"; an old church
that
shows the effects of earthquakes since the year of 1600 as well as proudlyshowing
the "Bell of Independence". You visit the "Basilica De
La Virgen De Los Angeles" which was built in 1742 and is the home
for the patron saint of Costa Rica. The tour continues around the lake
of Cachi, up to the Dam and then to the ruins of Ujarras; the second church
built in Costa Rica. On the way back to San Jose we will see the Bridal's
Veil Waterfall. Then you will visit a magnificent botanical garden founded
by The Scientific Studies Lankester with adequated habitats as home for
many species of tropical plants, including a large collection of delicate
orchids. | Half Day Tour Departure:
8:00 am Return: 4 hours latter Includes: Transportation, entrance fees, lunch and bilingual guide. Wear: Confortable clothes and shoes. Bring: Camera, binoculars, sweather and rain coat. Rate: US$ 45.00 |