Costa Rica Adventure with Guanacaste Extension
Costa Rica Adventure with Guanacaste Extension
Costa Rica Adventure with Guanacaste Extension
9 Days Starting in San Jose (Costa Rica) and ending in Liberia
Visiting: San José, Monte Verde, Lake Arenal, Místico Arenal Hanging Bridges, Arenal Natura Ecological Park, Guanacaste Province, Liberia
Tour operator:
Tour code:
VRIGZN20
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
15 - 52
Age range:
5-99
Special diets catered:
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From:
$1705
$1657 (USD)
Barrhead discount: -$48
NB: Prices correct on 09-May-2024 but subject to change.
Tour Overview
Bubbling mud pools, rainforests teeming with wildlife, golden beaches and an active volcano are all yours for the taking on this adventure. Starting in the cultural capital city of San Jose, visit turtle nesting grounds and sky walk through the rainforest canopy before spending your final days on the glistening shores of the Guanacaste province.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrive San José
Location: San José
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Crowne Plaza San José Corobicí
Meals Included: No Meals
Ahh, Costa Rica. Let the Pura Vida way of life take over as you arrive in San Jose. Trendy Barrio Amon offers a glimpse into the history of the city with colonial mansions converted into art galleries, while Barrio Escalante is a foodie’s paradise and the best place to grab dinner to begin your Costa Rica value tour.
Day 2: San José – Monteverde (2 Nights)
Location: San José, Monte Verde
Accommodation: El Establo Mountain Hotel
Accommodation Name: El Establo Mountain Hotel, Monteverde
Meals Included: Breakfast
Finishing up your final morning in San José with a quick sightseeing tour of the city’s most iconic sights, you’ll then travel north towards the creative little town of Sarchí. Widely regarded as the cradle of Costa Rican artisanship, this is the place to buy intricate arts, crafts and souvenirs. The finest display of Sarchí’s creative offering comes courtesy of the highly decorative oxcarts that are displayed here. Elegantly carved and hand painted in bright colours, the oxcart is a national symbol of Costa Rica and a beautiful reminder of its humble beginnings. Take your time browsing the shops and stalls here, before continuing your journey through the Tilaran Mountain range. Climbing higher and higher, we’ll be listening out for the collective sighs of appreciation as you enter the mysterious and misty Cloud Forest.
Day 3 : Monteverde Sightseeing And Free Time
Location: Monte Verde
Accommodation: El Establo Mountain Hotel
Accommodation Name: El Establo Mountain Hotel, Monteverde
Meals Included: Breakfast
Meeting up with a Local Specialist this morning, you’ll seemingly step into another world as you enter the Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve. Home to a variety of different eco-systems, you’ll learn about the thousands of different plant and animals species that thrive in this area, many of which only exist right here. Keep your eyes peeled and your ears poised for the sounds of hummingbirds, howler monkeys, sloths, toucans, and if you’re really lucky, the Quetzal bird. Costa Rica has a big reputation as a nature lover’s paradise, and this place won’t let you down. Leaving the forest on a real nature high you’ll have time to relax this afternoon, or join our ‘El Trapiche’ Optional Experience tour where you’ll get to visit sugarcane, banana, orange and coffee plantations.
Day 4 : Monteverde – Arenal
Location: Monte Verde, Lake Arenal
Accommodation: Tilajari Hotel Resort and Conference Center
Accommodation Name: Tilajari Hotel Resort and Conference Center
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Bubbling hot springs and geothermal activity, wildlife and of course the sleeping giant, Arenal Volcano, Arenal Volcano National Park is one of the jewels in Costa Rica’s crown. Boasting outdoor pools, a butterfly garden, botanical gardens and tame iguanas roaming the grounds, your secluded resort on the banks of the San Carlos River will make you feel like you’ve entered a little corner of heaven.
Day 5 : Arenal Full Day Sightseeing
Location: Lake Arenal, Místico Arenal Hanging Bridges, Lake Arenal
Accommodation: Tilajari Hotel Resort and Conference Center
Accommodation Name: Tilajari Hotel Resort and Conference Center
Meals Included: Breakfast
Best way to explore Arenal’s private reserve? On a guided hike, of course! Be astounded by leftover lava rocks and boulders and plunge through the forest for views of the volcano and Arenal Lake. Next up: Reach all new heights at Arenal Hanging Bridges Park. Join a Local Specialist for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience on a ‘sky walk’ through the jungle canopy. Keep your eyes peeled on the suspension bridges while spotting birdlife. To round off the day of your Costa Rica value tour, let your worries drift away over a dip at local hot springs before heading back to your resort.
Day 6 : Arenal Sightseeing And Free Time
Location: Lake Arenal, Arenal Natura Ecological Park, Lake Arenal
Accommodation: Tilajari Hotel Resort and Conference Center
Accommodation Name: Tilajari Hotel Resort and Conference Center
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
If a tranquil river float and wildlife search sounds like you, you won’t want to miss this morning’s safari float down the Peñas Blancas River. Paired up with a Local Specialist, you’ll love spotting monkeys, sloths, iguanas, caimans and tropical birds. Visit a local family, and learn how connected the people of Costa Rica are to their natural environment. Free afternoon? Your optionals are endless. Take a dip in the pool, shop or choose a horseback riding Choice Experience through the rainforest.
Day 7 : Arenal – Guanacaste (2 Nights)
Location: Lake Arenal, Guanacaste Province
Accommodation: Wyndham Tamarindo
Accommodation Name: Wyndham Tamarindo, Guanacaste
Meals Included: Breakfast
From tropical rainforests to golden beaches, it will be a complete change of scenery today as you travel towards the 'golden coast' in the northwest of Costa Rica, arriving into the province of Guanacaste. A region loved for its glorious beaches, biodiverse parklands and fun surf, there's no better place to spend a couple of days than on the sun drenched shores of Playa Tamarindo.
Day 8 : Guanacaste Free Time
Location: Guanacaste Province
Accommodation: Wyndham Tamarindo
Accommodation Name: Wyndham Tamarindo, Guanacaste
Meals Included: Breakfast
With an entirely free day, how you explore is completely up to you. Keep it low key with a book and a cold beer at your resort, or choose to join one of our optional experiences. Choose to explore Palo Verde National Park with an optional boat tour inside the park. Get a close view of the amazing habitat, where hundreds of species of birds, animals and trees coexist. If you would rather be by the coast, join our Sunset Cruise optional and discover exquisite beaches of white sand and blue-green waters. This tour is ideal for swimming in the calm waters, or for snorkeling amongst the coral. Our last optional, the Mega Combo, is for those who are looking for something more active. Enjoy Zip Lines, hiking and a ride along Costa Rica's longest water slide. Natural hot springs and volcanic mud bath in the middle of a beautiful forest will take you a new level of peace and relaxation to complete the picture. However you choose to explore today, make sure you spend this evening surrounded by new friends, toasting to a final Costa Rican sunset.
Day 9: Depart Guanacaste
Location: Guanacaste Province, Liberia
Meals Included: Breakfast
Perhaps you will catch the sunrise and enjoy a final dip in the sea before your trip comes to an end after breakfast. Travelling to the airport where you will arrive at approximately 11:00 AM and then on to your respective corner of the world, we wish you a safe journey and look forward to seeing you again some time soon!
What's Included
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Accommodation
8 nights of accommodation at premium hotels including Crowne Plaza San José Corobicí, El Establo Mountain Hotel, Tilajari Hotel Resort and Conference Center, and Wyndham Tamarindo.
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Local Experiences
Guided tours with Local Specialists including a hike in Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve, a 'sky walk' through the jungle canopy at Arenal Hanging Bridges Park, and a safari float down the Peñas Blancas River.
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Meals
Several meals throughout the trip, as specified in the itinerary.
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Fully Guided
What's Not Included
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Airfare
International and domestic airfare are not included.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included but highly recommended.
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Optional Activities
Costs for optional activities are not included.
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Personal Expenses
Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, mini-bar, room service, and other personal items are not included.
Accommodation
8 nights
Check out our Q&As
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What countries does the Costa Rica Adventure with Guanacaste Extension tour visit?
The tour visits Costa Rica.
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Where does the Costa Rica Adventure with Guanacaste Extension tour start and end?
The tour starts in San Jose (Costa Rica) and ends in Liberia.
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How long is the accommodation for the Costa Rica Adventure with Guanacaste Extension tour?
The accommodation is for 8 nights.
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What are the inclusions of the Costa Rica Adventure with Guanacaste Extension tour?
Inclusions are accommodation for 8 nights at premium hotels, guided tours with Local Specialists including hikes and a 'sky walk', and several meals throughout the trip as specified in the itinerary.
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What are the highlights of the Costa Rica Adventure with Guanacaste Extension tour?
Highlights include an orientation tour in the capital city of Costa Rica, exploring Sarchi, hiking with a Local Specialist in unique ecosystems, enjoying trails and suspension bridges, hiking along lava trails through Mirador 1968, and taking a scenic float trip safari.
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What are the exclusions of the Costa Rica Adventure with Guanacaste Extension tour?
Exclusions include international and domestic airfare, travel insurance, costs for optional activities, personal expenses such as laundry and telephone calls, and tips and gratuities for guides, drivers, and hotel staff.
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What type of tour is the Costa Rica Adventure with Guanacaste Extension?
It is a Coach tour.
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What does the accommodation include for the Costa Rica Adventure with Guanacaste Extension tour?
Accommodation includes 8 nights at premium hotels including Crowne Plaza San José Corobicí, El Establo Mountain Hotel, Tilajari Hotel Resort and Conference Center, and Wyndham Tamarindo.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
The beauty and joy of taking a guided vacation with Costsaver is that you get to meet, travel and make friends with people from all over the world.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Costsaver is part of The Travel Corporation, which has been in business for over 100 years.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Costsaver is proud to be a founding partner of the TreadRight Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation started in 2008. To date the charity has donated over US$2 million to assist underprivileged communities and support sustainable tourism initiatives around the globe.
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We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of costsaver charges.
Up to 91 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
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