San José, Costa Rica
1 night
Courtyard San Jose Escazu
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Costa Rica Adventure - Discover Costa Rica
7 daysCosta Rica
You may hear birds and insects calling through the rainforest as you cross the canopy on a sky walk, feel heat rising from bubbling mud pools and look for signs of nesting turtles along the shore. From San José to Monteverde, you’ll stand near an active volcano, see the bright brushwork on Sarchí’s hand-painted oxcarts and float along the Peñas Blancas River, watching the trees for monkeys and sloths.
- Length
- 7 days
- Starts and ends
- San José
- Meals
- 6 breakfasts, 2 dinners
- Style
- Regional
- Group size
- 40
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Highlights
- An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
- Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
- Many meals included
- Audio Headsets provided throughout your holiday to enhance your included sightseeing experiences
- Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries
- City orientation tours
- Extensive variety of Choice Experiences
- On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilized.
- San JoséEnjoy an orientation tour in the capital city of Costa Rica and explore Sarchi, the arts and crafts capital, famed for its intricately painted oxcarts
- Monteverde Cloud ForestHike into the lush cloud forest with your Travel Director, who shares fascinating insights into the region's unique bird and wildlife ecosystems
- ArenalEnjoy trails and suspension bridges, hike along lava trails through Mirador 1968, a private reserve, located adjacent to Volcano Arenal National Park and take a scenic float trip safari with your Local Specialist
- Deluxe coach travel
- Selected hotel dinners, with optional meals to purchase
- 3-star stays
Itinerary
- San JoséDay 1
- MonteverdeDays 2–3
- ArenalDay 4
- Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges ParkDay 5
- Penas Blancas RiverDay 6
- San JoséDay 7
Day 1Arrive San JoséSan José
Ahh, Costa Rica. Let the Pura Vida way of life take over as you arrive in San Jose. Trendy Barrio Amon offers a glimpse into the history of the city with colonial mansions converted into art galleries, while Barrio Escalante is a foodie’s paradise and the best place to grab dinner to begin your Costa Rica value tour.
Day 2San José – MonteverdeSan José · Monteverde
Tick off San José’s iconic sights with a quick sightseeing tour before traveling towards the creative little town of Sarchí. Seen as the cradle of Costa Rican artisanship, this is the place to buy intricate arts, crafts and souvenirs including the hand-painted and bright colored oxcart, the national symbol of Costa Rica. The journey continues through the Tilaran Mountain range listening for the collective “oohs” and “aahs” as you enter the mysterious and misty Cloud Forest.
Day 3Monteverde Sightseeing and Free TimeMonteverde
Step into another world on your Costa Rica value tour in a cloud forest reserve. Learn about the thousands of plant and animal species that thrive in this area, many of which only exist right here, from your Travel Director. Keep your ears open for the sounds of hummingbirds, howler monkeys, sloths, toucans, and if you’re really lucky, the Resplendent Quetzal. Leaving the forest on a nature high, you’ll have time to relax this afternoon, or choose from a selection of Optional Experiences.
- Explore Monteverde Cloud Forest
Day 4Monteverde – ArenalMonteverde · Arenal
La Fortuna, home to bubbling hot springs, geothermal marvels and the imposing Arenal Volcano, is one of the true jewels in Costa Rica’s crown. The surrounding landscape teems with tropical flora and fauna, offering opportunities to spot colorful birds, playful monkeys and even tame iguanas roaming the grounds. This afternoon, perhaps opt for a Optional Experience and zip through the rainforest on an adrenaline-pumping canopy tour at Ecoglide Park. After a day of adventure, guests can relax and recharge in a soothing outdoor pool nestled in the heart of this lush paradise. This evening, enjoy a Optional Experience dining with local musician Eli Herrera at her home, where you'll discover Costa Rican flavors, traditional songs and stories.
Day 5Arenal Full Day SightseeingArenal · Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park
Reach new heights at Arenal Hanging Bridges Park, joining a Local Specialist for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience on a ‘sky walk’ through the jungle canopy. Keep your eyes peeled for colorful birdlife as you cross the suspension bridges. Later, as a Optional Experience, explore La Fortuna’s trails with a Local Specialist before making your own tortilla. End the day soaking in blissful hot springs, or choose to unwind in natural thermal pools followed by a relaxed rainforest dinner.
- Arenal Hanging Bridges
- Above the Arenal Rainforest
Day 6Arenal Sightseeing and Free TimeArenal · Penas Blancas River
If a tranquil river float and wildlife search sounds like you, you won’t want to miss this morning’s safari float down the Peñas Blancas River. Paired up with a Local Specialist, you’ll love spotting monkeys, sloths, iguanas, caimans and tropical birds.
- Float along the Peñas Blancas River
Day 7Arenal – Depart San JoséArenal · San José
Your Costa Rica value tour comes to an end this morning. Transfer back to San José International Airport, arriving at approximately 11:00 AM.
Hotels
Monteverde, Costa Rica
2 nights
Hotel de Montaña Monteverde
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Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Preserve, Costa Rica
El Establo Mountain Hotel, Monteverde
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Arenal, Costa Rica
3 nights
Tilajari Hotel Resort and Conference Center
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Arenal, Costa Rica
Hotel Secreto La Fortuna
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What’s included
Optional experiences
Sky Tram and Sky Trek
$128
Sky Tram Up and Down
$83
Monteverde Cloud Forest Night Walk
$44
Arenal Zipline
$57
Dinner with a Folk Musician
$59
Baldi Hot Springs and Dinner
$75
La Fortuna Guided Walk
$42
Rainforest Chocolate Tour
$36
Celebrate the Produce of Costa Rica
$59
Dates and prices
Per person, twin share