Excursion Sarchi’s oxcart artistry & gardens tour at Puntarenas

Begin your journey in the scenic town of Sarchí, located in Costa Rica’s Central Valley. Known as the birthplace of the country’s finest wooden crafts, this charming town has a rich history of artisans decorating traditional oxcarts with intricate, colorful designs over the past century.

Visit To A Local Souvenir Store

Your first stop is at a local shop where skilled artisans craft beautiful wooden souvenirs and create the iconic hand-painted oxcarts, a symbol of Costa Rican culture. Observe the craftsmanship and appreciate the artistry behind these cultural treasures.

Explore Else’s Tropical Gardens

Next, enjoy an educational walk through Else’s tropical gardens, where paths are thoughtfully designed to showcase different garden types. Wander through vibrant heliconias, bromeliads, succulents, and visit the greenhouse for plant reproduction and replanting efforts.

Folkloric Performance & Lunch

Conclude your visit with a lively folkloric dance performance by local dancers dressed in colorful costumes, offering insights into Costa Rican traditions. Savor a delicious Costa Rican-style buffet lunch while enjoying the vibrant show.

Return To The Ship

After a memorable cultural and botanical experience, relax and head back to your ship, enriched by insights into Costa Rica’s artistic heritage and lush flora.

Highlights Of The Tour

See traditional wooden crafts and the iconic oxcarts that symbolize Costa Rican culture.

Discover the beauty and diversity of tropical plants in Else’s carefully curated gardens.

Enjoy folkloric dance performances and authentic Costa Rican cuisine before returning to your cruise.

Note

Please note: This tour involves a moderate amount of walking for approximately 0.74 miles (about 1.2 kilometres), 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 1.75 hours in each direction. The tour sequence may vary.