Sarchi Village and Arenal Volcano with hot springs bath

This is one of the most popular tours in Costa Rica, during this visit to La Fortuna town in San Carlos area you will admire the beauty of the imposing Arenal Volcano and enjoy relaxing time at thermal waters of Tabacon Hot Springs. All this set against a backdrop of lush vegetation and breathtaking views of the nearly perfect conical shaped lines of the volcano. The tour will begin with a visit to the town of Sarchi, known as the birthplace of Costa Rica’s artisans. In Sarchi, you will be able to appreciate many of the art crafts and souvenirs that Costa Rica has to offer. Also you will see the world’s largest ox cart according to the Guinness Book. The car is 2 stories high, almost 45 feet long (14 meters), and weighs 2 tons. Then drive to the small town of La Fortuna and break for lunch at a local restaurant with a wonderful view of the volcano. After lunch, visit Tabacon Hot Springs, where you can relax while swimming in the hot springs. There are five main springs source highly mineralized water that is heated underground by the Arenal Volcano’s magma. You will find dozens of cascading waterfalls and warm pools along the riverbed, of varying temperatures, water flows and degree of privacy. The river-pool temperatures range from 72 to 105 degrees Fahrenheit. And for a perfect ending, before going back to San José, a wonderful dinner will be served with a great view of the volcano so that you do not miss any opportunity to look at the classically shaped volcano.