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By El griego tours
Free cancellation available
Price is €70 per adult

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 6h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

    • Hike the legendary Cerro San Miguel Cross trail with a guide
    • Take in panoramic views of the Central Valley from the summit
    • Learn about the history of the Cross and its hidden monuments
    • Enjoy a traditional Costa Rican lunch at a local restaurant
    • Benefit from return transport from San José, Alajuela, and Heredia

Activity location

    • San Jose
    • San Jose, San José, Costa Rica

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • San Jose
    • San Jose, San José, Costa Rica

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What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Return transport from Alajuela, Heredia, and San José
  • Inclusions
    Professional guide
  • Inclusions
    Traditional lunch
  • Inclusions
    Secure parking
  • Exclusions
    Breakfast
  • Exclusions
    Snaks

Know before you book

    • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs
    • Not suitable for: People with low level of fitness
    • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
    • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

What you can expect

  • Get picked up in Alajuela, Heredia, or San José and head to the trailhead. Begin your hike to the Cerro San Miguel Cross, a legendary 12-kilometer (7.5-mile) trail full of history and stunning 360° views of the Central Valley.

    Challenge yourself on the famous “Rompe Pechos” (Chest-Breaker) hill. Learn about the history behind the Cross and its two hidden monuments from your guide.

    After your hike, enjoy a hearty local meal at a typical restaurant. Finally, relax on the return journey to your starting point.

Location

Activity location

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    • San Jose
    • San Jose, San José, Costa Rica

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • San Jose
    • San Jose, San José, Costa Rica