13 Day Classic Costa Rica with Tortuguero & Manuel Antonio : Dec '18 - Dec '19

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3 San Jose, 2 Tortuguero, 2 Arenal, 2 Monteverde, 3 Manuel Antonio

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    3 San Jose, 2 Tortuguero, 2 Arenal, 2 Monteverde, 3 Manuel Antonio

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Itinerary

Day 1 : Depart for Costa Rica

Depart for Costa Rica. Arrive in San Jose and transfer to your hotel. Balance of the day is at leisure. Rest, relax and get ready for your adventure in eco-rich Costa Rica, often called "Pura Vida" - the country with a relaxing and happy lifestyle Overnight: San Jose

Day 2 : Travel to Tortuguero

Depart San Jose this morning traveling east to the shores of the scenic Caribbean coast. See the lush vegetation along with acres of banana plantations, one of Costa Rica’s major exports. At a nearby port, board a motor launch that takes you to the canals in the heart...

Day 3 : Full Day in Tortuguero

Awaken this morning to the sounds of the jungle in one of the most remote areas of Costa Rica. Tortuguero is a magical area where the lagoons, rivers and canals are a never-ending story of marine biology. Acquaint yourself with the many tree and insect species of Cost...

Day 4 : Travel to San Jose

Travel by motor launch and motor coach this morning on your return to San Jose, center of Costa Rica's best museums, including the Gold Museum and the Costa Rica Art Museum. Take the afternoon to independently explore the city. Be sure to visit the Museo Homenaje Joaq...

Day 5 : Travel to Arenal

Today, take a brief panoramic tour of San Jose, with sights of the city including historic & government buildings and La Sabana, the public park. Next, depart for Arenal, enjoying the views of coffee and sugarcane plantations along the way. En route stop in Sarchi...

Day 6 : Full Day in Arenal

Spend a full day at leisure in Arenal, famous for the Arenal Volcano. As Costa Rica's youngest volcano, it gained international notoriety in 1968 for its sudden eruption. Perhaps spend the day on the optional Full Day Cano Negro Boat Tour to learn more about the flora...

Day 7 : Arenal National Park, Travel to Monteverde Cloud Forest

In the morning, embark on a brisk 2 mile walking tour of the Las Coladas trail in Arenal National Park to learn more about the flora and fauna while enjoying scenic views of the volcano. At the end of the trail, you may choose to participate in a rugged hike over the ...

Day 8 : Full Day in Monteverde

Enjoy this morning at leisure, or choose to participate in one of the optional tours including the Selvatura Canopy and Hanging Bridges adventures. This stunning Cloud Forest boasts an extraordinarily diverse ecosystem, being home to 120 species of reptiles and amphib...

Day 9 : Travel to Manuel Antonio

Drive along the shores of the striking Pacific Coast to Manuel Antonio National Park, one of the most beautiful places in the country with an exotic combination of exquisite beaches and an exuberant tropical forest. Travel through the scenic mountains to the ocean's s...

Day 10 : Full Day in Manuel Antonio

Enjoy a day at leisure in Manuel Antonio. Perhaps relax at the beach while savoring the gorgeous surroundings. Consider joining the optional Catamaran Cruise that sails along the coast with picturesque views of the wildlife and vegetation. You can relax in one of the ...

Day 11 : Manuel Antonio National Park Tour

Today, tour Manuel Antonio National Park, one of Costa Rica's most visited conservation areas. Its large land and marine biodiversity and beautiful coral reefs make this one of the world's most impressive natural habitats. Your Tour Manager will lead you through the p...

Day 12 : Travel to San Jose

Today travel back to San Jose today stopping in Maravillas de Costa Rica to shop for local crafts and souvenirs to bring back home. The rest of the day is yours to explore the city independently, revisit some of the galleries and museums or linger at a lovely restaurant for dinner tonight. The opportunities are endless in this energetic city Overnight: San Jose Meals: Breakfast

Day 13 : Depart Costa Rica

Transfer to the airport for your departure flight Meals: Breakfast

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Price From $1,599
Price per day$123
Last Updated: 10/30/2019

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