Authentic Tours - La Terraza Guest House

Our local small group tours offer travelers a variety of places and activities to go off the beaten track, spend time with local people, and learn from local guides. On some of our authentic custom tours, we offer cultural adventures. Our goal is to create a perfect balance of fun and adventure, that mixes history, and contemporary culture. Meeting with local people and enjoying local foods.

If you enjoy unique experiences, attention to details, and beautiful connections, these are a few of the exciting tours we offer. Authentic tours allow for a deeper understanding of everything you see.”

Experience the Local Towns

Explore Grecia, Sarchi, Naranjo, and Zarcero

The West side of the Central Valley is a beautiful location in Costa Rica. The towns here offer an authentic taste of the local culture. Surrounded by stunning mountains, each one of these small towns offers something unique. Grecia is an expat favorite in the area for retiring. Sarchi is the cradle of folk art as Naranjo is known for its world-class coffee. Zarcero is famous for its picturesque park, as well as its traditional farm lifestyle.

Duration: 4-5 hrs approx.

What’s included:

-Private transportation
-Bilingual local tour guide
-Snacks

What’s Extra:

Lunch

Authentic Coffee Experience & Tasting

The West side of the Central Valley is one of the World’s best regions for growing coffee. Visiting this area and not having a coffee experience equals to visiting the Tuscany and not going on a wine tasting. If you enjoy a coffee or can’t live without it, this experience is a must! Not only you will taste some of the best coffee in the country, but you will also get to learn about the process from farm to table in the company of locals.

Duration: 3 hrs

What’s included:

-Private transportation
-Bilingual local tour guide
-Traditional snacks (to pair with coffee)

What’s extra:

Coffee available for purchase

Horseback riding in the mountains

Visit with us a beautiful farm in the mountains surrounded by forest. Enjoy the fantastic views while riding on a well-kept horse.
Please enquire in advance to coordinate horses at the farm.

Duration: 3 hrs (horseback ride circuit 1:20 hr approx.)

What’s included:

-Private transportation
-Bilingual local tour guide
– Snacks
– A well trained-horse

What’s extra:

Lunch

Adventure Express

Zipline in the Cloud Forest

This tour is perfect for nature lovers as well as for those who seek the adrenaline feeling. The Cloud Forest is a magical ecosystem, and the zip line is one of the best ways to observe and enjoy it. This area is also great for birdwatching.

Duration: 4 hrs

What’s included:

-Private transportation
-Bilingual local tour guide
-Traditional snacks (to pair with coffee)

What’s Extra:

Activity (zip line) must be paid on site (hanging bridges also available)

San Jose Walking City Tour (weekends only)

Wondering what the best way to enjoy Costa Rica’s capital city is? This tour offers a circuit through the famous historical sites, trendy barrios, and museums. Enjoy an espresso or ice cream on the way, find out about the best places to eat and much more!

Duration: 4-5 hrs

What’s included:

-Private transportation
-Bilingual local tour guide
-Snacks

What’s Extra:

Lunch and museums entrance fees

Mercado & Coffee Farm Culture Tour

Experience the core of the Costa Rican culture. Taste traditional food, learn about local farmers’ produce and try some of the best coffee in the country.

Duration: 4 hrs

What’s included:

-Private transportation
-Bilingual local tour guide
-Coffee tour
-Snacks

What’s Extra:

Coffee available for purchase

Dancing Night

Experience an authentic local dance club. Ever wanted to learn some Latin dance steps? Here is an opportunity! Not so sure about stepping on the dance floor? Live music and local beer are great excuses for taking this tour as well!

Duration: 4 hrs

What’s included:

-Private transportation
-Bilingual local tour guide
-Snacks (2 beers + 2 traditional “tapas” per person)
-Entrance fee

What’s extra: Coffee available for purchase

Note:

– A minimum of 2 people is required to operate all tours. Availability, inquiries, and reservations