Package holiday to San José

San José, the capital of Costa Rica, is often used by most travelers merely as a transit point — unjustly so. The city, located at an altitude of 1,170 meters, offers a pleasant climate, a surprising array of museums, and is the perfect starting point for Costa Rica's natural wonders.

The Museo del Oro Precolombino (Gold Museum) under the Plaza de la Cultura houses over 1,600 gold artifacts from the pre-Columbian era — one of the largest collections in the Americas. The Museo Nacional in the former Bellavista barracks showcases the history of the country, which abolished its army in 1948. The Teatro Nacional (1897), inspired by the Paris Opera, is San José's architectural pride.

The Mercado Central, an indoor market since 1880, offers the most authentic culinary experience: Casado (the national dish), fresh juices, coffee straight from the farmer, and the hustle and bustle of a vibrant market culture.

San José's true strength lies in its location: the Irazú Volcano (3,432 m, active, with an emerald green crater lake) and the Poás Volcano are day trips away. The Monteverde Cloud Forest, Manuel Antonio National Park, and Tortuguero (turtles) are each just a few hours away — Pura Vida begins in San José.

San José particularly impresses with diverse holiday experiences. As a package holiday destination, you benefit from attractive all-inclusive packages with flights, hotels, and often transfers – all at a fixed price and fully secured.