We Love —
- Experience a once-in-a-lifetime self-drive tour of Costa Rica on either the 8 or 11 night itinerary of your choice.
- Choose between Standard and Superior hotels throughout your tour, as you indulge with a tasty, daily breakfast!
- Explore the sights of San José, Tortuguero, Arenal, Rincon De La Vieja and Plage de Guanacaste all in your ow time!
- Our members will experience a free glass of wine, potential room upgrade and an included car for their trip!
Your Destinations —
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 whitewater 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!
Our Offers —
8-Nights
8-Night Fly Drive Tour in Standard Rooms
8-Night Fly Drive Tour in Superior Rooms
11-Nights
11-Night Fly Drive Tour in Standard Rooms
11-Night Fly Drive Tour in Superior Rooms
Please Note: As stated above, guests may either choose a package that includes Standard Tour Rooms or a package that includes Superior Tour Rooms. All guests will stay in Standard/Superior Rooms on their last night in San Jose, as per itinerary.
Your Itineraries In Brief —
8 Night Itinerary
Day 1: UK - San Jose
Day 2: San Jose - Tortuguero
Day 3: Tortuguero - Arenal
Day 4: Arenal
Day 5: Arenal - Rincon de la Vieja
Day 6: Rincon de la Vieja - Guanacaste
Day 7: Guanacaste
Day 8: Guanacaste - San Jose
Day 9: San Jose - UK
11 Night Itinerary
Day 1: UK - San Jose
Day 2: San Jose - Tortuguero
Day 3: Tortuguero
Day 4: Tortuguero - Arenal
Day 5: Arenal
Day 6: Arenal - Rincon de la Vieja
Day 7: Rincon de la Vieja
Day 8: Rincon de la Vieja - Guanacaste
Day 9: Guanacaste
Day 10: Guanacaste
Day 11: Guanacaste - San Jose
Day 12: San Jose - UK
Your 8-Night Itinerary —
Day 1: UK - San Jose (Airport - San Jose - 45 minutes)
Welcome to Costa Rica! Meet our English speaking representative at the airport. Then transfer to your hotel located in downtown San José, the capital city. Receive your documentation of travel and accommodation at your hotel.
An early start will take you to Tortuguero by boat - leaving your car behind for this part of the tour. Upon arrival in the city of Guápiles, enjoy a breakfast in a local restaurant - this will be before you take the boat to Tortuguero, where you will travel along canals, in the heart of the rainforest. The afternoon, once in Tortuguero, is free your to enjoy the facilities of your lodge and to walk around.
Dinner and overnight at the lodge.
Day 3: Tortuguero - Arenal
Explore Tortuguero Park ahead of a delicious breakfast at the lodge. Following breakfast, members will return to Guápiles by boat and bus, and will enjoy lunch in a local restaurant.
Have your car retured to you and continue the journey up north towards La Fortuna: a beautiful town at the foot of the Arenal volcano.
After breakfast at the hotel, enjoy a free day of leisure, exploring or making an optional excursion in the region. We recommend the Arenal Volcano National Park (closed on Mondays), the Walk-on Suspension Bridges and the Fortuna River Waterfall. The afternoon will be spent relaxing at the hot springs and thermal baths of Baldi.
Day 5: Arenal - Rincon de la Vieja
After breakfast at the lodge, continue to Guanacaste province to witness a cowboy atmosphere and a radical change of scenery. The road will end on a track that joins the Rincon de la Vieja Volcano National Park. Enjoy an afternoon at leisure, with the opportunity to add on some of our exciting excursions.
Our suggestions for visits:
- Rincón de la Vieja Volcano National Park
- Horseback riding
- Tubing (descent of a river on a big tire)
- Canopy (zip line)
Guanacaste
Head on a morning drive towards the Guanacaste Peninsula and pass by Liberia before arriving at the seaside resort of Guanacaste. Once here, your afternoon will be free to enjoy the hotel and the nearby beach.
Overnight at the hotel.
Days 7 and 8: Guanacaste
Enjoy breakfast free days to enjoy the hotel, the beach or to explore the region. Day 8 will involve journeying
San José, ready for your for the last full day in Costa Rica.
Dinner included for day 8.
Day 9: San Jose
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before taking a s
hared transfer to Juan Santamaría International Airport.
Your 11-Night Itinerary —
Days 1 and 2: UK - San Jose - Tortuguero Days 4, 5 and 6: Tortuguero - Arenal - Rincon de la Vieja
These days are the same as Days 1-2 in the 8-Night itinerary.
Overnight in San Jose day 1. Dinner and overnight day 2.
Day 3: Tortuguero
An early start and breakfast in your lodge will set you up nicely for a boat trip along the canals of Tortuguero. You'll be in the heart of the rainforest, so why not make the most of discovering the very flora and fauna that gives Costa Rica its name. The afternoon is free for you to enjoy the facilities of your lodge and to walk around. There are also many evenig excursions to observe the nesting of green turtles, baulas or loras.
Dinner and overnight at the lodge.
These days are the same as Days 3, 4 and 5 on the 8-Night itinerary.
Overnight.
The same as Day 5 in the 8 Night itinerary, guests can enjoy exciting excursions and free time.
Day 8: Rincon De la Vieja - Guanacaste
Head on a morning drive towards the Guanacaste Peninsula and pass by Liberia before arriving at the seaside resort of Guanacaste. Once here, your afternoon will be free to enjoy the hotel and the nearby beach.
Overnight at the hotel.
These days will be lived out in the same style as days 7 and 8 in the 8-night itinerary.
Day 11: Guanacaste - San Jose
After Breakfast, transfer to the city of San Jose for the last day in Costa Rica.
Dinner and overnight.
Day 12: San Jose
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before taking a shared transfer to Juan Santamaría International Airport.
Please note: The entrance to the Tortuguero National Park is not included and will cost members approximately $15 per person.
Your Tour Hotels —
Our members will stay at the following Standard category or Superior category hotels in a Classic Room with meals included as per itinerary.
Just for you:
- GPS & Upgrade to a Suzuki Gran Vitara
- Either a free glass of wine or a souvenir at Evergreen Lodge
- An upgraded stay at the Los Lagos Hotel
- Complimentary dessert
- Visit a tree plantation
- An early morning hike
- Guided tours of Maleku and of the hotel Montaña de Fuego
- Mud baths
- A spa gift worth $25 per booking
- English speaking guide
- Included car rental
When staying in Superior Category Hotels, the following added values are included:
- GPS & Upgrade to Suzuki Gran Vitara
- Either a free glass of wine or a souvenir at Evergreen Lodge
- Accommodation at the Los Lagos Hotel
- Self-guided hike to crocodile pond, ant farm, butterfly garden and Arenal volcano lookout point
- Complimentary dessert
- Visit a tree plantation
- Visit the thermal waters at Hotel Montaña de Fuego
- An early morning hike
- Guided tours of Maleku and of the hotel Montaña de Fuego
- Mud baths
- A spa gift worth $25 per booking
- Upgraded Tabacón Hot Springs
- English speaking guide
- Included car rental
Standard Category Hotels
Tortuguero: Pachira Lodge 3* or similar
Arenal: San Bosco 3* or similar
Rincon de la Vieja: Canon de la Vieja Lodge 3* or similar
Guanacaste: Pasatiempo Hotel or similar
Sleeps up to
Superior Category Hotels
Tortuguero: Aninga Lodge 4* or similar
Arenal: Los Lagos 4* or similar
Rincon de la Vieja: Hacienda Guachipelin 3* or similar
Guanacaste: Tamarindo Diria 4 * or similar
Sleeps up to
Please note: the bed for the 3rd guest sharing is likely to be a sofa bed or camp style bed. If any of these hotels are not available, hotels of a similar standard will be found.
Your Journey —
Flights: The flights included are with either a scheduled or no-frills airline and are subject to live availability and prices can change. You can choose your preferred departure times during the booking process. Please select your flight options carefully as departure and arrival airports may differ.
Transfers: Roundtrip airport transfers are included.
Car Hire: Car hire is included for the tour. There are supplements for guests wanting additional days of car rental and total car insurance. These additional extras are payable at the next stage of the booking process.