9 Day Costa Rica Walking Tour with Arenal & Guanacaste

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2 San Jose, 2 Alajuela, 2 Arenal, 2 Guanacaste
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Trip type
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Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • 1 Easy Day | up to 4 hours of walking a day, easy walking on mostly flat terrain, accessible to all travelers in good health 3 Moderate Days | 4-6 hours of walking a day, hilly with some steep or uneven terrain, travelers should be physically fit and prepared for several hours of activity 2 Challenging Days | 6+ hours (more than 6 miles) of walking a day, rugged uneven mountain terrain, with some sustained ascents and descents, suitable for experienced active travelers in good physical condition

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    2 San Jose, 2 Alajuela, 2 Arenal, 2 Guanacaste

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Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - 24 max
Age range18 years and up
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityOperator does not provide
End CityOperator does not provide

Destinations

  • Central America

Attractions

  • Arenal Volcano
  • Guanacaste

Trip includes

    • Small groups of maximum 22 travelers guaranteed Round trip flights Miami-San Jose, San Jose-Miami Other departure cities available. Click on date of departure for selection and prices Airline taxes & fuel surcharges 8 nights accommodations
    • 2 nights San Jose 2 nights Alajuela 2 nights Arenal 2 nights Guanacaste Hotel taxes, fees & service charges Hotel porterage All transfers included only with airfare purchase on package arrival & departure dates† 19 meals: 8 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 5 dinners Sightseeing per itinerary in modern air-conditioned vehicle Services of English-speaking hiking guide throughout Additional English-speaking guide for groups of 11-22 travelers Entrance fees per itinerary Active itinerary with unique cultural features

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Itinerary

This itinerary requires a high level of physical fitness with up to 6 hours of walking per day. The route and activities are subject to change. Please see the "Is This Trip Right for You?" section and the Trip Preparation tab for more information.

DAY 1, Monday - Depart for Costa Rica
Depart for Costa Rica. Arrive in San Jose and transfer to your hotel. Your tour will begin with an orientation meeting with your Tour Manager at approximately 7 PM. We recommend that you select flights which arrive no later than 5 PM Overnight: San Jose

DAY 2, Tuesday - Coffee Farm Visit, Forest Reserve Hike
Following breakfast, travel to the verdant mountains of Santa Ana, to visit a traditional Costa Rican coffee farm. Learn how one of Costa Rica's top exports is grown in this tropical region and its importance in the socioeconomic development of the country. Afterwards, e...
DAY 3, Wednesday - Explore Juan Castro Blanco National Park
Travel to Juan Castro Blanco National Park, nestled in the country's Alajuela Province. Begin your hike through the cloud forest along the foothills of the Porvenir Volcano and explore the endemic flora and fauna. The area is well known for birdwatching and is home to ov...
DAY 4, Thursday - Laguna Hule Hike
Depart for Arenal Volcano and the plains of San Carlos. Leaving the highlands of Alajuela behind, begin a hike near the Congo and Poas volcanoes, heading towards Laguna Hule, a beautiful crater lake. The area is ideal for trekking due to its great variety of terrain and ...
DAY 5, Friday - Arenal Volcano Hike
Today, discover some of the trails near the famous Arenal Volcano, one of Costa Rica's most iconic sights. After a short drive, arrive at Arenal 1968, a private reserve, named after the violent eruption of the volcano on the same year. Hike along a trail that meanders th...
DAY 6, Saturday - Tenorio Volcano National Park
This morning, head towards the Tenorio Volcano National Park to hike in what has been described as one of the most beautiful areas of Costa Rica. The park with its unique azure colored Rio Celeste and lagoon, is famous for its rich diversity. The trail takes you to the w...
DAY 7, Sunday - Rincon de la Vieja National Park
Explore Rincon de la Vieja National Park which is home to the active Rincon de la Vieja Volcano. The park is located on the Guanacaste Mountain Range and is a nature lover's paradise due to its diverse flora and fauna as well as terrain. During the hike through the tropi...
DAY 8, Monday - Return to San Jose
After breakfast, depart Guanacaste and head south to San Jose. Arrive in the afternoon and check into your hotel. The rest of the day is yours to explore the city independently and shop for last minute souvenirs. Tonight at dinner, bid farewell to your Tour Manager Overnight: San Jose Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 9, Tuesday - Depart Costa Rica
Transfer to the airport for your departure flight Meals: Breakfast

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Last Updated: 5/15/2023

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