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Ultimate Escape: 11-Day Costa Rica Volcanoes & Wildlife

Liberia, Costa Rica
  • 11 days (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

    What's Included

    • TOUR GUIDE:
    • Operated with Bilingual Spanish and English-speaking licensed local guides on a shared basis
    • ACCOMMODATION:
    • 10 nights' accommodation
    • TRANSPORT:
    • Air-conditioned transportation as indicated in the itinerary on a shared basis
    • Tour guides do not accompany guests during transport
    • ENTRANCE FEES AND ACTIVITIES:
    • All monuments and visits as indicated: Guided hike in Arenal Volcano National Park,
    • uided hike to Tortuguero village, guided boat tour through the Tortuguero Canals
    • OTHER:
    • Meet and greet on Day 1
    • Hotel taxes
    • There is no guarantee that you will be part of a group, or part of the same group during the tour
    • Breakfast (10)
      Breakfast
    • Lunch (2)
      Lunch
    • Dinner (2)
      Dinner
    • Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals if not stated explicitly in the programme
    • Airport/Departure Tax
    • Airport porterage
    • Optional tours
    • International and domestic flight tickets or visa fees and local taxes
    • Gratuities for drivers and guides
    • Tortuguero National Park entrance fee
    • Any extras at the hotels
    • Travel Insurance

    Meeting and Pickup

    Pickup point

    • Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport.
      S/N, Blvd. Aeropuerto, Provincia de Guanacaste, Liberia, 50101, Costa Rica

    Pickup details

    A Destination Services representative awaits to greet you before you depart on a shared transfer to Rincon de la Vieja for your first night in Costa Rica.

    Arranged start time

    Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.
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    Itinerary

    Day 1

    ARRIVAL LIBERIA – RINCON DE LA VIEJA (35km – 1 hr)

    1 Stop

    1

    Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport.

    12 hours • Admission Ticket Free

    Accommodation: Standard: Cañón de la Vieja /other 3* Superior: Hacienda Guachipelín /other 4* Deluxe: Hacienda Guachipelín /other 5*

    Meals: Not included

    Day 2

    RINCON DE LA VIEJA – ARENAL (150km – 3.5 hrs)

    1 Stop

    1

    Arenal Montechiari

    12 hours • Admission Ticket Free

    Accommodation: Standard: Arenal Montechiari or other 3* Superior: Arenal Springs or other 4* Deluxe: Arenal Kioro Hotel or other 5*

    Meals: Breakfast

    Day 3

    ARENAL

    1 Stop

    1

    Arenal Montechiari

    12 hours • Admission Ticket Free

    Accommodation: Standard: Arenal Montechiari or other 3* Superior: Arenal Springs or other 4* Deluxe: Arenal Kioro Hotel or other 5*

    Meals: Breakfast

    Day 4

    ARENAL – SARAPIQUI (130km – 2.5 hrs)

    1 Stop

    1

    Hotel El Bambú

    12 hours • Admission Ticket Free

    Accommodation: Standard: El Bambú or similar Superior: La Quinta Lodge or similar Deluxe: Sarapiquis Rainforest Lodge or similar

    Meals: Breakfast

    Day 5

    SARAPIQUI – TORTUGUERO (85km – 3 hrs by road / 2 hrs by boat)

    1 Stop

    1

    Pachira Lodge

    12 hours • Admission Ticket Free

    Accommodation: Standard: Turtle Beach Lodge or similar Superior: Laguna Lodge or similar Deluxe: Pachira/Evergreen/Aninga Lodge/similar

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Day 6

    TORTUGUERO NATIONAL PARK

    1 Stop

    1

    Pachira Lodge

    12 hours • Admission Ticket Free

    Accommodation: Standard: Turtle Beach Lodge or similar Superior: Laguna Lodge or similar Deluxe: Pachira/Evergreen/Aninga Lodge/similar

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Day 7

    TORTUGUERO – SAN JOSE (135km – 4 hrs by road / 2 hrs by boat)

    1 Stop

    1

    Holiday Inn San Jose Escazu

    12 hours • Admission Ticket Free

    Accommodation: Standard = Hotel Sleep Inn or similar Superior = Hotel Park Inn or similar Deluxe = Hotel Hilton Sabana or similar

    Meals: Breakfast

    Day 8

    SAN JOSE – VARA BLANCA (55km – 1.5 hrs)

    1 Stop

    1

    Buena Vista Del Rincon Eco Adventure Park, Hotel & Spa

    12 hours • Admission Ticket Free

    Accommodation: Standard: Buena Vista Lodge or similar 3* Superior: Poas Volcano Lodge or similar 4* Deluxe: Peace Lodge or similar 5*

    Meals: Breakfast

    Day 9

    VARA BLANCA – HERRADURA BEACH (120km – 2.5 hrs)

    1 Stop

    1

    Balcón del Mar

    12 hours • Admission Ticket Free

    Accommodation: Standard: Balcon del Mar or similar 3* Superior: Amapola or similar 4* Deluxe: Crocs Resort or similar 5*

    Meals: Breakfast

    Day 10

    HERRADURA BEACH

    1 Stop

    1

    Balcón del Mar

    12 hours • Admission Ticket Free

    Accommodation: Standard: Balcon del Mar or similar 3* Superior: Amapola or similar 4* Deluxe: Crocs Resort or similar 5*

    Meals: Breakfast

    Day 11

    HERRADURA BEACH – DEPART LIBERIA (200km – 3.5 hrs)

    1 Stop

    1

    Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport.

    12 hours • Admission Ticket Free

    Accommodation: Not included

    Meals: Breakfast

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 1 day of travel. In this case confirmation will be received as soon as possible, subject to availability
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Infants must sit on laps
    • Most travelers can participate
    • No refund for unused services. Splitting of package is not allowed
    • Recommended arrival time before 15:00 hrs.
    • Recommended departure flight after 15:00 hrs.
    • What do I need to bring? Comfortable and light clothing is the most suitable for travelling in Costa Rica. Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or skimpy clothing when visiting temples, religious or official buildings. Sun protection, sunglasses, a hat and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay.
    • In many hotels in Costa Rica, the triple rooms are a double room with an additional bed or sofa bed. Their comfort conditions are lower than the international standards of the triple room
    • Early check-in, late check-out, connecting or adjoining rooms in the hotel are subject to availability and not guaranteed
    • We reserve the right to change itineraries and activities due to weather conditions, technical problems or security reasons
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers

    Cancellation Policy

    This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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