10 Days Essential Costa Rica - Package with Guanacaste, Self-drive

San Jose, Costa Rica

10 days (approx.)
Pickup offered
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

What's Included

ACCOMMODATION:
9 nights' accommodation
TRANSPORT:
Air-conditioned transportation for the arrival transfer on a shared basis, from Juan Santamaria Airport to your first hotel
Shared land and boat transfers to/from Tortuguero
Air-conditioned transportation for the departure transfer on a shared basis, from the car rental company offices in San José to the Juan Santamaria Airport
CAR HIRE:
Unlimited mileage
Applicable Local taxes (VAT)
Insurance with No excess
Loss Damage Waiver (LDW)
Supplemental Liability Coverage (SLC)
Emergency contact service
Replacement car in case of accident
Full-Full petrol rate
Second driver
Coverage up to 70.000 USD per person or 175.000 USD per accident
VISTITS AND ACTIVITIES:
All activities in Tortuguero except the entrance fee to Tortuguero NP and optional activities
Breakfast (9)

Breakfast
Lunch (2)

Lunch

Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals if not stated explicitly in the programme
Airport/Departure Tax
Airport porterage
Optional tours
International / domestic flight tickets or visa fees and local taxes
Gratuities for drivers and guides
Entrance fees for optional activities mentioned in the itinerary
NOT INCLUDED IN CAR HIRE:
Damage to a third party or to the hire vehicle due to negligence or inappropriate driving
Loss or damage to aerials, jack, safety triangles and vests, windscreen, wipers, petrol cap, luggage covers, or any other fixed or mobile component of the vehicle
Damage to the engine through negligence
Theft of the vehicle with keys left in the ignition
Damage caused to the vehicle or to persons through driving under the Influence of alcohol or drugs
Fines due to breaking traffic laws and regulations during the hire period are the responsibility of the driver of the vehicle. In the event of fine being received there will be an administration charge
Any extra equipment (GPS, baby seat, etc)
Petrol deposit 100 USD; refunded when returning full

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 the night in Costa Rica.

Arranged start time

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

Select your preferred tour option to see hours.

Itinerary

Day 1

ARRIVAL SAN JOSE

1 Stop

Juan Santamaría International Airport

12 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Accommodation: Standard: Holiday Inn Express Forum /other3* Superior: Holiday Inn Escazu/other4* Deluxe: Real Intercontinental /other5*

Meals: Not included

Day 2

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

1 Stop

Pachira Lodge

12 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Accommodation: Standard: Pachira Lodge or similar Superior: Evergreen Lodge or similar Deluxe: Aninga Lodge or similar

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 3

TORTUGUERO NATIONAL PARK

1 Stop

Pachira Lodge

12 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Accommodation: Standard: Pachira Lodge or similar Superior: Evergreen Lodge or similar Deluxe: Aninga Lodge or similar

Meals: Breakfast

Day 4

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

1 Stop

Arenal Montechiari

12 hours • Admission Ticket Free

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

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 5

ARENAL VOLCANO NATIONAL PARK

1 Stop

Arenal Montechiari

12 hours • Admission Ticket Free

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

Meals: Breakfast

Day 6

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

1 Stop

Monteverde Villa Lodge

12 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Accommodation: Standard: Monteverde Country Lodge or similar 3* Superior: Poco a Poco or similar 4* Deluxe: El Establo or similar 5*

Meals: Breakfast

Day 7

MONTEVERDE

1 Stop

Monteverde Villa Lodge

12 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Accommodation: Standard: Monteverde Country Lodge or similar 3* Superior: Poco a Poco or similar 4* Deluxe: El Establo or similar 5*

Meals: Breakfast

Day 8

MONTEVERDE – PACIFIC COAST (190km – 4 hrs)

1 Stop

Hotel Pasatiempo

12 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Accommodation: Standard: Pasatiempo or similar 3* Superior: Wyndham Tamarindo or similar 4* Deluxe: Tamarindo Diriá or similar 5*

Meals: Breakfast

Day 9

PACIFIC COAST

1 Stop

Hotel Pasatiempo

12 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Accommodation: Standard: Pasatiempo or similar 3* Superior: Wyndham Tamarindo or similar 4* Deluxe: Tamarindo Diriá or similar 5*

Meals: Breakfast

Day 10

PACIFIC COAST – DEPART SAN JOSE (160km – 3 hrs)

1 Stop

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
The minimum age to rent a vehicle or be a driver is 21 years
All drivers must have a valid driver's license
The person who signs the contract must have an international credit card, Visa or Master Card, AMEX
Pick-up service at the San José Airport is 24 hours
Pick-up service at the Liberia Airport are from Monday to Sunday, 05:00 to 21:00 hrs. Pick-up outsideof these times are subject to a surcharge.
Pick-up hours at other locations are from Monday to Sunday, 08:00 to 17:00 hrs
All pick-up times at other locations will be set according to the office hours.
Accident/theft reporting must be notified within 24 hours of incident

If the customer returns the vehicle earlier than the agreed upon drop-off date stated in the rental contract, the rental company will not refund the customer for any unused days.
Deposit by credit card: Visa or Master Card only
Please note that local conditions prevalent at the time of travel may result in modifications to tour contents without prior notice
For self-guided visits, you must pay your entrance fee directly at the front desk of each park or attraction
Most travelers can participate
Recommended arrival before 14:00 hrs.
Recommended departure time after 15 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.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 5 travelers

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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.