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- Visit La Fortuna de San Carlos where you can hike to the lava trails in Arenal Volcano National Park and uncover the stunning La Fortuna Waterfall.
- Discover the always-verdant region of Sarapiqui, home to rich biodiversity, and the small coastal village of Manuel Antonio.
- Retire to lovely hotels and lodges, including the prestigious Parador Resort & Spa 5* which is tucked away in acres of wildlife-rich tropical rainforest.
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Your itinerary in brief —
Discover Costa Rica on this 9-night road trip adventure. Visit breathtaking and verdant landscapes, an active volcano and beautiful beaches fringed by palm trees and azure waters.
Your itinerary:
Day 1: San José
Day 2: San José – Tortuguero
Day 3: Tortuguero
Day 4: Tortuguero – Sarapiqui
Day 5: Sarapiquí – Arenal
Day 6: Arenal
Day 7: Arenal – Manuel Antonio
Day 8 & 9: Manuel Antonio
Day 10: Manuel Antonio – Sjo Airport
Your itinerary in detail —
Day 1 - 3
Day 1: San José
Land in San José, the capital and largest city of Costa Rica which serves as the political, economic, and cultural hub of the country.
The city hosts various cultural events and festivals throughout the year, celebrating music, dance, art, and literature. The National Theater of Costa Rica, located in the heart of San Jose, is a notable cultural landmark.
- Local representative will meet and assist you at the airport
- Private transfer from Juan Santamaría International Airport to your hotel in San José
- Check-in, get comfortable at your hotel room and relax
- Night in San José
Day 2: San José – Tortuguero
Tortuguero is one of Costa Rica's most popular ecotourism destinations; it was created in 1970 to protect endangered nesting sea turtles.
The canals, rivers and lagoons of Tortuguero National Park are a study of rainforest, freshwater, and marine biology. Tortuguero National Park is a place unlike any other, a paradise for research and ecotourism.
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner included
- Early check-out at the agreed time
- Meet at the hotel reception for a shared transfer to Tortuguero
- Stop in the city of Guápiles to have a Costa Rican breakfast
- Continue to the pier where you will board the boat transfer to Tortuguero
- Arrival and check-in at lodge
- Meet your Guide to visit the enchanting Tortuguero Village
- Night in Tortuguero
Day 3: Tortuguero
Discover Tortuguero National Park and its network of canals, lagoons and dense rainforests through an early boat tour guided by an expert naturalist guide.
Abundant wildlife inhabits Tortuguero, including 57 species of amphibians, 111 species of reptiles, and 60 species of mammals.
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner included
- Join your guide for a naturalist walk along the private trails of the lodge
- Tour the canals of Tortuguero National Park by boat
- Night in Tortuguero
Day 4 - 6
Day 4: Tortuguero – Sarapiqui
Your next destination is the always-verdant region of Sarapiqui – famous for its amazing and rich biodiversity as well as for being an adventure seeker's dream destination.
Go for optional activities such as a chocolate tour, white-water rafting tour or a guided night walk at La Tirimbina Reserve (at an additional cost).
- Breakfast and lunch included
- Check-out and continue your trip
- Shared transfer by boat and land from Tortuguero to the restaurant in Guápiles for a traditional lunch
- Meet the Car Rental Representative to get your rented vehicle and all the necessary information for your road trip
- Overnight stay
- Night in Sarapiqui
Day 5: Sarapiqui – Arenal
Today you'll head towards La Fortuna de San Carlos, home of the wonderful Arenal Volcano.
During your stay in Arenal, you can take advantage of the many options to enjoy and discover the region: hot springs, hiking to the Volcano, waterfalls, adventure flying ziplines, a coffee tour, cooking classes or wildlife watching trips.
- Breakfast included
- Check-out and continue your trip
- Check-in at the hotel in Arenal
- Night in Arenal
Day 6: Arenal
Enjoy today as a free day to relax or explore the surroundings at your own pace.
If you are looking for adventure, Arenal and La Fortuna region offers you numerous options of activities and places to discover. Take a hike to the lava trails at the Arenal Volcano National Park; uncover the stunning La Fortuna Waterfall or experience a good dose of adrenaline flying over the treetop canopy on a Zipline adventure.
- Breakfast included
- Free day to relax or explore the surrounding area
- Night in Arenal
Day 7 - 10
Day 7: Arenal – Manuel Antonio
Discover the beautiful beach of Manuel Antonio. Manuel Antonio is a small Oceanside village with plenty of great places to stay tucked into nature.
Famous for its national park, this tiny yet bustling town is located off Costa Rica's central Pacific coast. The region is a treasure for biodiversity, attracting nature buffs, eco-travelers, and adventure-seekers alike.
- Breakfast included
- Check-out and continue your trip
- Free day at leisure
- Night in Manuel Antonio
Day 8 & 9: Manuel Antonio
Experience Manuel Antonio and see the amazing flora and fauna of the Central Pacific Coast for yourself. Hike to the famous national park of Manuel Antonio or just relax on the beaches.
- Breakfast included
- Free days at leisure
- Night in Manuel Antonio
Day 10: Manuel Antonio – Sjo Airport
- Breakfast included
- Check-out
- Take car to the car rental office near the Juan Santamaría International Airport to return your hire car
- Take a shared shuttle to the airport from the car rental office
* We suggest booking departure flights with times after 1 pm.
Important information about your tour and visits: The hotels, which comply with local standards, are indicative and may be changed locally for hotels of a similar category. The itinerary is subject to changes due to compelling reasons such as delayed flights, weather conditions or other cases of force majeure. The order of visits is also subject to change without affecting the overall experience of the itinerary.
Your hotels —
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Throughout the tour, you'll stay in Standard Rooms in the following hotels:
San José: San José Radisson 5*
Tortuguero: Evergreen Lodge 3*
Sarapiqui: Sarapiqui Rainforest Lodge 3*
Arenal: Arenal Manoa 4*
Manuel Antonio: Parador Resort & Spa 5*
If the hotels listed above are unavailable, you will be provided with comfortable accommodation in similar hotels. Local standards apply.
Your dining choices
Throughout your tour, enjoy meals as per your itinerary which consists of breakfast with 2 dinners.
Your optional services —
Comprehensive insurance for your hire car

Go for comprehensive insurance for your hire car for peace of mind when you are travelling.
Your journey —
Flights:
You will be able to choose your airline and flight times when you make your booking. This flight may include one or more stopovers. The stopover may be technical (without a change of aircraft) or transit (with a change of aircraft).
Luggage information
Luggage, meals and other services on board may be subject to an additional fee on certain airlines. It is possible to view details of luggage allowances when you choose your flights at the next stage of the booking process. If luggage is not included with your flight, please go to the airline's website before your departure to purchase your luggage for an additional fee.
For domestic flights, airlines do not always offer the option of reserving luggage. In this case, you will need to pay for it at the airport counter.
You will receive all the information you need to check in for your flights after you have made your reservation.
Your destinations —
Costa Rica
As the eco-and adventure-tourism capital of Central America, Costa Rica is a magnet for nature enthusiasts, thrill seekers and those who want to step off the beaten track.
La Pura Vida (the pure life) is the unofficial motto of the country, and it's easy to see why - emerald rainforests, pastel-coloured hummingbirds, smouldering volcanic peaks, tumbling rivers...this verdant chunk is one of the most bio-diverse spots on the planet.
The country's national parks are its greatest glory, with one-third of the country set aside as protected natural areas. As well as being a world leader in eco-tourism, Costa Rica superbly caters for visitors looking for an adrenalin kick, with options including white water rafting, zip line tours through the rainforest canopy, surfing and quad biking.
It is quickly becoming more popular, so grab this chance to visit now, while landscapes are still exceptionally unspoiled.