Highlights

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Itinerary

Day 1 – San Jose

Upon your arrival, you will be met at the San Jose International Airport.  Transfer to the Marriott Hacienda hotel.  This evening enjoy time with your local tour director and welcome drink.

Day 2 – Tortuguero National Park

Early morning depart the hotel.  Today we will travel through Braulio Carrillo National Park.  Then head towards Tortuguero National Park located on the Caribbean Coast.  Breakfast is included in the town of Guapiles.  This afternoon take a 1-hour boat ride, during the ride keep your eyes open for all kinds of birds and wildlife.  Check into the Pachira Lodge for two nights and enjoy an included lunch.  Later visit the local town and see The Sea Turtle Conservancy Center.  Dinner is included tonight. (B,L,D)

Day 3 – Tortuguero National Park

After breakfast visit Tortuguero National Park and explore by boat the world-famous canals.  Discover the unique made of natural waterways.  Among the species that can be observed are monkeys, sloths, river turtles, and different species of flora.  The rest of the afternoon is yours to explore the walking trails before returning to the hotel.  Today lunch and dinner are included. (B,L,D)

Day 4 – Arenal

Breakfast is included this morning before leaving the Caribbean and heading to Arenal, located in the north of Costa Rica.  We will stop in the small town of Guapiles for a delicious lunch.  In late afternoon we will arrive in the Arenal Area where we will check into the Arenal Kioro Suites & Spa. (B,L)

Day 5 – Arenal

Breakfast starts your day.  Today visit the impressive Arenal Volcano, a natural phenomenon.  Take a nature hike to enjoy the amazing views.  After an included lunch, relax in one of the best thermal water places in the area.  Dinner is included this evening. (B,L,D)

Day 6 – Monteverde

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before checking out of the hotel.  Then depart for the Monteverde Cloud Forest, known for its biological reserve that protects a large variety of endangered species.  On the drive enjoy spectacular views of Arenal Lake and the northen plains.  A lunch stop on your own will be made during the trip.  This afternoon visit Don Juan Coffee Plantation for a tour that begins with the history of coffee, followed by a chocolate tour and ends with the history of the sugar cane plantations.  Check into the El Establo Mountain Hotel and enjoy an included dinner. (B,D)

Day 7 – Monteverde

After breakfast at the hotel, take a Sky Walk.  The Sky Walk uses trails and a series of suspension bridges for a more relaxing introduction of the flora and fauna of the Forest Canopy which starts with a hike on the ground and then takes you to explore the treetops.  In the afternoon visit the Butterfly Gardens where you will learn about the life cycle of butterflies and moths.  Dinner is included. (B,L,D)

Day 8 – Guanacaste

It is time to visit Guanacaste, famous for the best beaches and home of the Dry Tropical Forest. This province is located in the northwestern region of the country, along the coast of the Pacific Ocean. This trip will take approximately 4 hours and you will enjoy the amazing views. (B,D)

Day 9 – Guanacaste

Vida Aventura is the perfect mix of adventure and pleasure in one day. The tour is made for everyone. Zip Lining, Horseback Riding,
2 volcano views, thermal pools, Mud bath, all in one day. This park is located in the Guanacaste Mountain Range without the
high temperatures and the hot and humid clime of the lowlands. (B,L,D)

Day 10 – San Jose

Enjoy breakfast before checking out of the hotel and departing for San Jose.  Upon your arrival check into the Marriott Hacienda Hotel.  The remainder of the day is on your own to explore. (B)

Day 11 – Home