south-america·Multi-day tour·7 days
7-Day Costa Rica Adventure Tour from San José: Monteverde and Arenal
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What you'll experience
Highlights
• Wonderful Travel: 7 days, 1 country and 5 cities
• Meal Inclusions: 6 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 2 Dinners
• Charming Attractions: Bubbling mud pools, rainforests teeming with wildlife, and an active volcano are all yours for the taking on this adventure. Starting in the cultural capital city of San Jose, visit turtle nesting grounds and sky walk through the rainforest canopy to create enriching and unforgettable memories
• Meal Inclusions: 6 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 2 Dinners
• Charming Attractions: Bubbling mud pools, rainforests teeming with wildlife, and an active volcano are all yours for the taking on this adventure. Starting in the cultural capital city of San Jose, visit turtle nesting grounds and sky walk through the rainforest canopy to create enriching and unforgettable memories
7 days
Day-by-day itinerary
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Day 1 — San 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.Meals: B: Excluded, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Hotel Palma Real - 2
Day 2 — San 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.Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: El Establo Mountain Hotel, Monteverde - 3
Day 3 — Monteverde
Step into another world on your Costa Rica value tour in the Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological 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 Quetzal bird. Leaving the forest on a nature high, you'll have time to relax this afternoon, or choose from a selection of Choice Experiences, like the 'El Trapiche' tour, where you'll get to visit sugarcane, banana, orange and coffee plantations.
Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve
Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: El Establo Mountain Hotel, Monteverde - 4
Day 4 — Monteverde - Arenal
Bubbling hot springs and geothermal activity, wildlife and of course the sleeping giant, Arenal Volcano, Arenal Volcano National Park is one of the jewels in Costa Rica's crown. Boasting outdoor pools, a butterfly garden, botanical gardens and tame iguanas roaming the grounds.
Arenal Volcano
Arenal Volcano National Park
Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: IncludedStay: Hotel Arenal Montechiari - 5
Day 5 — Arenal
Best way to explore Arenal's private reserve? On a guided hike, of course! Be astounded by leftover lava rocks and boulders and plunge through the forest for views of the volcano and Arenal Lake. Next up: Reach all new heights at Arenal Hanging Bridges Park. Join a Local Specialist for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience on a 'sky walk' through the jungle canopy. Keep your eyes peeled on the suspension bridges while spotting birdlife. To round off the day of your Costa Rica value tour, let your worries drift away over a dip at local hot springs before heading back to your resort.Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Hotel Arenal Montechiari - 6
Day 6 — Arenal
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 Guide, you'll love spotting monkeys, sloths, iguanas, caimans and tropical birds. Visit a local family, and learn how connected the people of Costa Rica are to their natural environment.Meals: B: Included, L: Included, D: IncludedStay: Hotel Arenal Montechiari - 7
Day 7 — Arenal - 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.
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12-Day Costa Rica Adventure Tour with Tortuguero and Guanacaste Extensions from San José: Monteverde and ArenalMeals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: Excluded
What's included
Included
- 6-night Hotel Accommodation
- Included sightseeing:
- San Jose: Enjoy 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 Forest: Hike with your Travel Director who offers insights into the region's unique bird and wildlife ecosystems
- Arenal: Enjoy 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 - 6 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 2 Dinners
- An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
- Audio headsets are provided throughout your holiday to enhance your included sightseeing experiences
- Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries
Not included
- Service fee for travel director and driver
- Airfares or related transportation between your home and departure city
- All personal expenses including hotel room service and meals; however, you have the option to pay for meals the tour guide arranges
- Optional tours and mandatory fees are not covered in the tour cost; kindly pay these directly to the guide during the tour. For details, please check the daily itinerary. (Costs listed are estimated; the tour guide will provide final confirmation.)
Cancellation policy
| When you cancel | Refund | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 0–3 days before | 0% | Cancellation Made Within 3 days prior to departure, No Refund |
| 4–31 days before | 20% | Cancellation Made Within 4 days to 31 days prior to departure, Refund 20% of total purchase amount |
| 32–92 days before | 50% | Cancellation Made Within 32 days to 92 days prior to departure, Refund 50% of total purchase amount |
| 93+ days before | 350% | Cancellation Made 93 or more days prior to departure, only $350 charge handling fee by person |
Read the full cancellation terms
• Air ticket (either before/after trip or included within trip): $75.00/person plus airline charges.
• Special events and activities may incur additional penalty.
• Special events and activities may incur additional penalty.
Important info
Special notes
- Travel insurance:
- We highly recommend guests purchase travel insurance prior to your trip.
- Your insurance should cover trip interruption, personal injury, medical expenses, and evacuation and repatriation cover including during pandemic events. - Luggage: You can bring one suitcase per person with the dimensions of 76cm x 46cm x 25cm (30” x 18” x 10”) and weight not exceeding 23 kg (50 lbs) due to the limited space on the coach. You can also bring one piece of hand luggage, provided it is small enough to take on the coach and does not have telescopic handles.
- Border crossings and visa requirements: Each guest must ensure that their passport is valid for at least six months beyond the conclusion of their trip and that they have acquired all necessary visas and permits. You are responsible for obtaining all necessary visas before the departure of your guided holiday. Depending on your nationality, you may need visas to enter certain countries included on your trip. Please note that obtaining visas can take up to six weeks before your departure. It is strongly advised that you consult your Travel Agent and the local Consulate or Embassy of the country you are visiting well in advance to determine which visas they require and how to obtain them.
- Transfers: Both complimentary and chargeable transfers are not offered through the local operator. Guests should make their own way from/to the airport at their own expense.
- Departure Tax: Visitors pay a departure tax of $29.00 (subject to change) in cash or credit card at the airport when departing Costa Rica. Some airlines are adding the departure tax into the cost of the ticket. Please check with your airline if this fee has been included.
- Elevation: The highest elevation point for this guided vacation is 5,000 ft. / 1,400 m.
- We recommend bringing a flashlight for use in rural areas of Costa Rica where lighting is often limited on the walking paths at night.
- To give ample time for check-in and security, we recommend arriving at the airport 3 hours prior to your flight departure.
Pricing notes (children, single supplement)
* Price for Single Occupancy applies when one person stays in one standard hotel room.
* Price for Double/Triple Occupancy applies when two/three people stay in one standard hotel room respectively.
* Maximum room capacity: 3 people including adult and child.
* Triple room bookings are available, suitable for 2 adults and 1 child. When booking your trip, we define a child as somebody aged 17 or under. A triple room is not recommended for 3 adults, as the third bed is often a rollaway, which may not be comfortable for an adult.
* If you're on a trip as a family of 5 (2 adults and 3 children), then you would require 1 triple room (for 1 adult and 2 children), and 1 double room (1 adult and 1 child).
* Child: 5-17, child under the age of 5 is not allowed.
* Price for Double/Triple Occupancy applies when two/three people stay in one standard hotel room respectively.
* Maximum room capacity: 3 people including adult and child.
* Triple room bookings are available, suitable for 2 adults and 1 child. When booking your trip, we define a child as somebody aged 17 or under. A triple room is not recommended for 3 adults, as the third bed is often a rollaway, which may not be comfortable for an adult.
* If you're on a trip as a family of 5 (2 adults and 3 children), then you would require 1 triple room (for 1 adult and 2 children), and 1 double room (1 adult and 1 child).
* Child: 5-17, child under the age of 5 is not allowed.
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