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8 Days: San Jose Highlights & Arenal Adventure

San Jose, Costa Rica
  • 8 days (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Group discounts
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

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Overview

Discover some of Costa Rica's top destinations on an 8-day tour from San Jose with accommodation included at superior-class hotels. You'll see the sights of San Jose, and then head out of the city to Irazú Volcano, La Paz Waterfall Gardens, Arenal Volcano (Volcan Arenal), Tabacon Hot Springs, and La Fortuna Waterfall. As you enjoy six full-day excursions with a guide, you'll have the chance to explore the country's natural attractions and lush landscape.
  • Discover some of the natural attractions of Costa Rica with round-trip transportation from San Jose
  • Enjoy a convenient way to explore a bit of the country with guided activities
  • Sights include volcanos, hot springs, waterfalls, and gardens
  • Seven nights of hotel stays, seven breakfasts, six lunches, and one dinner included

What's Included

  • Accommodation as per itinerary 7 nights
  • Dinner
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • National Park fees
  • All activities
  • Professional guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Guaranteed to skip the long lines
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan
  • Breakfast (7)
    Breakfast
  • Lunch (6)
    Lunch
  • Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
  • Gratuities
  • International flights
  • Laundry Service

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

If your pick up place is the San Jose International Airport, our representative will meet you at the main exit. If your pick up place is a Hotel in San Jose, Alajuela or Heredia, our representative will meet you at the Lobby at the scheduled pick up time

Operating hours
.12:00 am

Itinerary

Day 1

Arrival in San Jose , Costa Rica

1 Stop

San Jose (Pass By)

Accommodation: Accommodation at Wyndham Herradura Hotel or similar

Meals: Not included

Day 2

San Jose City Tour

1 Stop

1

San Jose

4 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Accommodation: Accommodation at Wyndham Herradura Hotel or similar

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 3

Irazu Volcano - Cartago City - Orosi Valley

1 Stop

1

Irazu Volcano National Park

8 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Accommodation: Accommodation at Wyndham Herradura Hotel or similar

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 4

Doka State cofffe Plantations + la Paz waterfall gardens

1 Stop

1

La Paz Waterfall Gardens

8 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Accommodation: Accommodation Wyndham Herradura Hotel or similar

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 5

San Jose to Arenal Volcano

1 Stop

1

Baldi Hot Springs

7 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Accommodation: Accommodation at Montaña de Fuego Resort or similar

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6

Arenal Volcano (Adventure activity)

1 Stop

1

Arenal Volcano

5 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Accommodation: Accommodation at Montaña de Fuego Resort or similar

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 7

Arenal Volcano (Adventure activity) and return to San Jose

1 Stop

1

Arenal Volcano National Park

6 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Accommodation: Accommodation at Wyndham Herradura Hotel or similar

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 8

Departure day or continue with an extension

1 Stop

1

Juan Santamaría International Airport

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Accommodation: Not included

Meals: Breakfast

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Infant seats available
  • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
  • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
  • Dress code is smart casual - sport
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 6 days in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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