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Tropical Costa Rica 5 Days, Short Break

Country:

Costa Rica

Flight:

Not included

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Tour id:

208690

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  • Operator:

    Destination Services Costa Rica

  • Length:

    5 days

  • Group size:

    30 pax

  • Age:

    2 to 99

  • Difficulty:

    Difficulty levels:
    • Relaxing
    • Easy
    • Moderate
    • Serious
    • Heart-pumping
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Itinerary

Enjoy the highlights of Costa Rica on this five-day itinerary, including wonderful jungles, volcano and incredible opportunities to spot wildlife. This is a country of great natural beauty and every destination has something unique to offer. Whether you are watching the Arenal volcano whilst bathing in hot springs or relaxing on the pristine jungle of Tortuguero, Costa Rica really is a nature lover's paradise. 

Tour program

Day 1

ARRIVAL SAN JOSE (18km – 30min)

Welcome to Costa Rica. A local representative will greet you and assist you at the airport. Shared transfer from airport to the hotel in San Jose. Check-in at the hotel and then enjoy leisure time to refresh, relax and get comfortable at your hotel room. Explore by your own the city and its surroundings.  Overnight at San Jose.

Start point

Aeropuerto Internacional Juan Santamaría (SJO), Ruta Nacional 1, Alajuela, Alajuela, Costa Rica

Day 2

SAN JOSE – SARCHI – ARENAL – SAN JOSE (400km – 8hrs)

Breakfast at the hotel. Around 7:30 am a local representative will pick you up at the hotel lobby and take you on a shared transfer to your next destination: La Fortuna de San Carlos, home of the wonderful Arenal Volcano. This will be an unforgettable one day experience. On the way to the Arenal Volcano, enjoy a stop at the famous town of Sarchí, known as the birthplace of Costa Rica’s Artisans. Appreciate many of the art crafts and souvenirs and also you will see the world’s largest ox cart according to the Guinness Book. The journey continues until arriving in the small town of La Fortuna and stopping to enjoy lunch at a cosy restaurant with a magnificent view of the volcano. After lunch (included), let's continue to relax at one of the best hot springs in the area where you will revel in the cleansing and rejuvenating effects of the thermal waters. The facilities at Baldi Hot springs Resort provided 25 separate mineral water reservoirs that flow naturally from the volcano. And for a perfect ending, before going back to San Jose, a wonderful dinner will be served with a great view of the volcano so that you do not miss any opportunity to look at the classically shaped volcano. Overnight in San Jose.
Day 3

SAN JOSE – TORTUGUERO (117km – 3.5hrs by land / 1.5hr by boat)

Early check-out from the hotel. Around 6:00 am a local representative will pick you up at the hotel lobby and take you on a shared transfer to your next destination: Tortuguero National Park, located in the North Caribbean Coast. On the way, around 8:30 am there will be a stop for breakfast in Guápiles city and then continue to La Pavona dock, where you will board a boat shared with others guests, that will take you to the lodge where you will immerse yourself in a perfectly quiet, laid back and tranquil stay. Around 1:00 pm, check-in at the hotel to enjoy a delightful lunch (included). Afterwards, around 2:30 pm, meet your guide for a visit to the small and picturesque village of Tortuguero. Afterwards, return to the Lodge to relax. Dinner included.  Overnight in Tortuguero.
Day 4

TORTUGUERO – SAN JOSE (117km – 3.5hrs by land / 1.5hr by boat)

Wake up early and meet your guide around 5:45 am to enjoy nature its best as you undertake a journey through the canals of Tortuguero National Park at dawn and take your best shot of a real Caribbean sunrise. Return to the Lodge around 7:00 am and enjoy breakfast. Around 9:30 am be ready to depart on a shared transfer by boat and land from Tortuguero to the Restaurant located in Guápiles city, where you will enjoy the lunch. After lunch, around 1:30 pm, continue on the shared transfer to San Jose. Overnight in San Jose.
Day 5

DEPARTURE SAN JOSE (18km – 30min)

Breakfast at the hotel and check-out. At the agreed time, a local representative will pick you up at the lobby and take you on shared transportation to Juan Santamaria International Airport to take your flight back home.

End point

Aeropuerto Internacional Juan Santamaría (SJO), Ruta Nacional 1, Alajuela, Alajuela, Costa Rica

Full refund if canceled at least 31 days before departure.

A cancellation fee of 50% is charged if canceled from 30 days and 16 days until the event

A cancellation fee of 100% is charged if canceled 15 days or less before the event

Tour Details

Accommodation

4 night’s accommodation

Day 1-2, 4 San Jose:

  • Standard Hotel Category = Sleep Inn Hotel or similar 3*

Day 3 Tortuguero:

  • Standard Category = Turtle Beach Lodge or similar (Lodge Standard)

Transport

Arrival and departure shared transfers from/ to Juan Santamaria Airport or San Jose Hotel

Shared transfers in & out and between areas (land and boat)

Insurance

Insurance is not included. Travel insurance is required for this tour. Please make sure you are adequately covered.

Optional

Other activities and services are not included.

Flights

Flights are not included. 


Additional Services

All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary: visit to Sarchí Town, guided visit to Arenal area and Baldi Hot springs Resort (Day 2); guided visit to Tortuguero Village (Day 3); guided visit to Tortuguero National Park (Day 4)

Meet & Greet

Hotel Taxes

Additional Services

Services not mentioned in the itinerary

International and Domestic flights

Departure taxes

Visa fees 

Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals or items not stated explicitly in the programme

Any alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, mineral water, camera/video camera fee (if any)

Optional tours and activities

Porterage and gratuities  

Travel Insurance or any loss or extra cost arising due to unforeseen circumstances such as flight delays, accidents, etc.


KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

The order of activities in Tortuguero may vary according to the season and the disposition of the hotel

The start times and durations of the transfers are approximate

In many hotels in Costa Rica, the triple rooms are a double room with an additional bed or sofa bed. Their comfort conditions are lower than the international standards of the triple room

Hotel early check-in, late check-out, connecting or adjoining rooms are subject to availability and are not guaranteed

No refund for unused services. Splitting of the package is not allowed

We reserve the right to change itineraries and activities due to weather conditions, technical problems or security reasons

Meals

4 Breakfasts

3 Lunches at local restaurants (Day 2-4)

2 Dinners (Day 2-3)

Guide

Operated with English and Spanish-speaking guides during the activities (Day 2-4). Please note you will be accompanied by local guides for the activities only. There is no guarantee that you will be part of a group, or part of the same group during the tour.

Good to know

Currency

CRC

Costa Rican Colon

Costa Rica

Customer reviews

Overall Rating

4.6

Itinerary

4.8

Guide

4.9

Transport

4.7

Accommodation

4.4

Food

4.4

Operator

4.5

Faq Tour

How can I book a tour?
You can order a tour on our website by selecting the desired dates and clicking the “Confirm dates” button. You can also contact our sales department by phone or email.
Which payment options are available?
We accept credit cards, bank transfers and other popular payment methods.
Can I change or cancel my reservation?
Yes, changes or cancellations are possible, however penalties may apply depending on the time before the tour starts.
What documents are required to participate in the tour?
You will need a passport with a valid visa (if required) to visit countries along the tour route.
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