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10 Days Costa Rica Highlights from San Jose

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

Overview

    What's Included

    • Operated with English,French, Italian or Spanish-speaking licensed accompanied guide on shared basis
    • Air-conditioned transportation as indicated in the itinerary on a shared basis
    • Shared transfer between the Airport and the Hotel
    • Shared boat from Guapiles to Tortuguero and back
    • All monuments and visits as indicated: Guided visit to Tortuguero village (day 2)
    • guided boat tour through Tortuguero National Park canals
    • and entrance fee to Tortuguero National Park (day 3)
    • guided hike in Arenal Volcano National Park (day 5)
    • guided hike in Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve (day 7)
    • Meet and greet on day 1
    • Hotel taxes
    • Lunch (3)
      Lunch
    • Breakfast (9)
      Breakfast
    • Dinner (2)
      Dinner
    • Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals if not stated explicitly in the programme
    • Airport taxes
    • Airport porterage
    • International and domestic flight tickets or visa fees and local taxes
    • Gratuities for drivers and guides
    • Optional tours and activities
    • Travel Insurance

    Meeting and Pickup

    Pickup point

    • Juan Santamaria Intl Airport
      San Jose Costa Rica

    Pickup details

    Our representative will meet and greet you and then direct you to your transport, which will drop you off at your hotel in San Jose for your night in Costa Rica.

    Arranged start time

    Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.
    • 12/01/2025 - 11/30/2026

      Monday - Sunday : 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM

    Itinerary

    Day 1

    Day 1 : ARRIVAL SAN JOSE

    1 Stop

    1

    Juan Santamaría International Airport

    12 hours Admission Ticket Free

    Accommodation: Category Standard = Tryp Sabana or similar 4*

    Meals: Not included

    Day 2

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

    1 Stop

    1

    Pachira Lodge

    12 hours Admission Ticket Free

    Accommodation: Category Standard = Pachira Lodge or similar Lodge Standard

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Day 3

    Day 3 : TORTUGUERO NATIONAL PARK

    1 Stop

    1

    Pachira Lodge

    12 hours Admission Ticket Free

    Accommodation: Category Standard = Pachira Lodge or similar Lodge Standard

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Day 4

    Day 4 : TORTUGUERO – ARENAL (210km – 5 hrs by road / 2 hrs by boat)

    1 Stop

    1

    Arenal Springs Resort and Spa

    12 hours Admission Ticket Free

    Accommodation: Category Standard = Arenal Springs Resort or similar 5*

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

    Day 5

    Day 5 : ARENAL VOLCANO NATIONAL PARK

    1 Stop

    1

    Arenal Springs Resort and Spa

    12 hours Admission Ticket Free

    Accommodation: Category Standard = Arenal Springs Resort or similar 5*

    Meals: Breakfast

    Day 6

    Day 6 : ARENAL – MONTEVERDE (60km – 2.5 hrs by road / 45 min by boat)

    1 Stop

    1

    Hotel El Establo Road

    12 hours Admission Ticket Free

    Accommodation: Category Standard = El Establo or similar 3*

    Meals: Breakfast

    Day 7

    Day 7 : MONTEVERDE

    1 Stop

    1

    Hotel El Establo Road

    12 hours Admission Ticket Free

    Accommodation: Category Standard = El Establo or similar 3*

    Meals: Breakfast

    Day 8

    Day 8 : MONTEVERDE – TAMARINDO (190km – 4 hrs)

    1 Stop

    1

    Tamarindo Diria

    12 hours Admission Ticket Free

    Accommodation: Category Standard = Tamarindo Diriá or similar 4*

    Meals: Breakfast

    Day 9

    Day 9 : TAMARINDO

    1 Stop

    1

    Tamarindo Diria

    12 hours Admission Ticket Free

    Accommodation: Category Standard = Tamarindo Diriá or similar 4*

    Meals: Breakfast

    Day 10

    Day 10 : TAMARINDO – SAN JOSÉ (250km – 4.5hrs)

    1 Stop

    1

    Juan Santamaría 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 9 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Near public transportation
    • Infants must sit on laps
    • Most travelers can participate
    • No refund for unused services. Splitting of package is not allowed
    • Please note that local conditions prevalent at the time of travel may result in modifications to tour contents without prior notice
    • Hotel early check in, late check out, connecting or adjoining rooms are subject to availability and are not guaranteed
    • Recommended departure time from 15:00 hrs
    • What do I need to bring? Comfortable and warm clothing is the most suitable for travelling. 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
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 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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