Excursion Countryside and coffee tour tour at Puntarenas

Cruise line: Silversea
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Embark on a comfortable, scenic journey through the beautiful countryside of Puntarenas. Enjoy a diverse landscape featuring sprawling farmlands, lush forests, and stunning mountain vistas as you make your way toward the highlands.

Visit To Hacienda & Beneficio La Eva

Arrive at La Eva, a 275-acre estate at the heart of Costa Rica’s coffee culture. Here, expert guides will walk you through each stage of coffee production—from hand-picking beans to brewing the perfect cup—highlighting the estate’s dedication to quality and sustainability, supporting over 2,600 small producers across seven regions.

Explore The World’s Largest Oxcart

Continue your journey to the charming town of Sarchí, famous for its rich artisanal traditions. Take photos with the iconic, UNESCO-recognized giant oxcart— a symbol of Costa Rican craftsmanship—and stroll through vibrant workshops where local artisans craft beautiful hand-painted woodwork, pottery, and other traditional souvenirs.

Discover Local Artisans & Cultural Heritage

Immerse yourself in the local culture as you visit artisan workshops, witnessing the creation of authentic crafts. This is a perfect opportunity to pick up a unique piece of Costa Rican heritage to take home.

Highlights Of The Tour

Enjoy the scenic countryside of Puntarenas, including farmland, forests, and mountain views.

Tour the 275-acre La Eva coffee estate and learn about the entire coffee production process.

See the iconic, UNESCO-recognized giant oxcart symbol of Costa Rican culture.

Explore local artisan workshops featuring traditional crafts and souvenirs.

Note

Please note: This tour involves a moderate amount of walking for approximately 0.6 miles (about one kilometre), at times over uneven, gravel, and cobblestone surfaces, with four steps to negotiate to get on/off the coach. This tour is not suitable for guests prone to motion sickness, guests with limited mobility, and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Guests are advised to wear lightweight, comfortable clothing with flat, closed-toe walking shoes, and bring sun protection, insect repellent, a sweater or light jacket, an umbrella or raingear, bottled water, and US Dollars or credit cards for purchases from the ship. Guests must be at least eight years old to participate on this tour; minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian over 18 years old. Guests must be at least 18 years old to be served alcoholic beverages. The driving time between the pier and sites visited is approximately 1.5 hours in each direction. The tour sequence may vary.