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8 Days Supersaver | Costa Rica Essentials Plus from San Jose

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

Overview

Enjoy this itinerary of your 8 day Costa Rican group adventure with guides and shared transport already included. Visit the best sights of Costa Rica, like Arenal volcano and its hot springs, the Tortuguero jungle, Monteverde Cloud Forest, and many more included attractions. Some meals are included, as is your accommodation along the way.
  • Experience the best of Costa Rica, hassle free
  • You’ll have a maximum group size of 30
  • Keep costs down with shared transportation to the sights
  • Soak up all the gorgeous nature the country has to offer

What's Included

  • Operated with English and Spanish-speaking local guide on shared basis on day 2, 3, and 5
  • Air-conditioned transportation as indicated in the itinerary on a shared basis
  • Shared transfer between areas and 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 & entrance fee to the National Park (day 3)
  • Hike Lava Trails (day 5), Hotsprings in your hotel (day 5)
  • Meet and greet on day 1
  • Hotel taxes
  • Breakfast (7)
    Breakfast
  • Dinner (2)
    Dinner
  • Lunch (3)
    Lunch
  • 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
  • Visit the Turtles Museum ($1 donation).
  • 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 shared 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.
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Itinerary

Day 1

Day 1 : ARRIVAL SAN JOSE

1 Stop

1

San Jose

12 hours Admission Ticket Free

Accommodation: Standard = Sleep Inn or similar 3* Superior = Park Inn or similar 4* Deluxe = Real Continental or similar 5*

Meals: Not included

Day 2

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

1 Stop

1

Rana Roja

12 hours Admission Ticket Free

Accommodation: Standard = Rana Roja or similar 3* Superior = Grupo Pachira or similar 4* Deluxe = Grupo Pachira or similar 4*

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3

Day 3 : TORTUGUERO NATIONAL PARK

1 Stop

1

Rana Roja

12 hours Admission Ticket Free

Accommodation: Standard = Rana Roja or similar 3* Superior = Grupo Pachira or similar 4* Deluxe = Grupo Pachira or similar 4*

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4

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

1 Stop

1

Montaña de fuego Mountain Resort & Spa

12 hours Admission Ticket Free

Accommodation: Standard = Montaña de Fuego or similar 3* Superior = Arenal Manoa or similar 4* Deluxe = Tabacon or similar 5*

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 5

ARENAL VOLCANO NATIONAL PARK

1 Stop

1

Montaña de fuego Mountain Resort & Spa

12 hours Admission Ticket Free

Accommodation: Standard = Montaña de Fuego or similar 3* Superior = Arenal Manoa or similar 4* Deluxe = Tabacon or similar 5*

Meals: Breakfast

Day 6

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

1 Stop

1

Hotel Villabosque Eco Boutique

12 hours Admission Ticket Free

Accommodation: Standard=Cloudforest Lodge or similar 3* Superior=El Establo or similar 3* Deluxe=El Establo (Suite) or similar 3*

Meals: Breakfast

Day 7

MONTEVERDE

1 Stop

1

Hotel Villabosque Eco Boutique

12 hours Admission Ticket Free

Accommodation: Standard=Cloudforest Lodge or similar 3* Superior=El Establo or similar 3* Deluxe=El Establo (Suite) or similar 3*

Meals: Breakfast

Day 8

MONTEVERDE – SAN JOSE (140 km – 4 hrs)Recommended departure time from 15:00 hrs.

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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