We Love —
- On this amazing adventure, choose from a 7 or 10-night tour through Costa Rica's highlights, taking in tropical rainforests, soaring volcanoes and sun-drenched beaches.
- Costa Rica is a naturalist’s paradise, with a spectacular range of flora and fauna, unlike anywhere else in the world.
- On this journey, you will stay in a choice of either Standard or Superior category accommodation throughout, to suit your budget, each of which comes with a host of included extras!
Your Destination —
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.
This complete tour will give you the full experience, from the quaint beauty of its capital city, the lush depths of its green forests, the protected eco-reserves and the wild vistas of its Pacific coast. It is quickly becoming more popular, so grab this chance to visit now, while landscapes are still exceptionally unspoiled!
Our Offers —
7 Nights (in Standard or Superior Hotels)
1-night stay in San Jose
3-night stay in Arenal
1-night stay in Monteverde
2-night stay in Manuel Antonio
10 Nights (in Standard or Superior Hotels)
1-night stay in San Jose
3-night stay in Arenal
2-night stay in Monteverde
4-night stay in Manuel Antonio
Your Itineraries In Brief —
7 Nights
Day 1: Arrival in San Jose
Day 2: San Jose - Arenal
Day 3: Arenal
Day 4: Arenal - Monteverde
Day 5: Monteverde
Day 6: Monteverde - Manuel Antonio
Day 7: Manuel Antonio
Day 8: Manuel Antonio - San Jose - UK
10 Nights
Day 1: Arrival in San Jose
Day 2: San Jose - Tortuguero
Day 3: Arenal
Day 4: Arenal
Day 5: Arenal - Monteverde
Day 6: Monteverde
Day 7: Monteverde - Manuel Antonio
Day 8: Manuel Antonio
Day 9: Manuel Antonio
Day 10: Manuel Antonio
Day 11: Manuel Antonio - San Jose - UK
Your 7-Night Itinerary —
During their tour, our members will follow one of the itineraries as seen below. For the 10-Night Itinerary, you will enjoy one more night in Arenal and 2 more nights in Manuel Antonio.
Welcome to Costa Rica! You will meet your English speaking representative at the airport, and then transfer to your hotel located in downtown San José. The rest of the day is yours to explore the city at your own leisure. Overnight in San José.
Day 2: San Jose - Arenal (3 hours)
Breakfast at the hotel. A car rental agent will deliver your rental vehicle to you around 9h. He will explain the information necessary for the continuation of your trip. Departure to the north of the country to reach La Fortuna, a city located at the foot of the Arenal volcano. Installation in your hotel and overnight at the Arenal.
Enjoy breakfast followed by a free day in the lodge or taking part in an optional excursion in the region. At the end of the day, you will head to the thermal baths of Baldi where you can relax and dine in this family complex offering 25 pools (all vary in temperature from hot to room temperature), a large natural sauna and spa for jacuzzi-type use, three minibars, two gourmet restaurants, 3.5 kilometres of paths and 3.4 acres of quaint tropical gardens. Overnight at your hotel.
Our suggestions for visits:
- Arenal Volcano National Park (note: the park is closed on Mondays)
- Walk on suspension bridges
- Fortuna River Waterfall
Day 4: Arenal - Monteverde (4 hour drive en-route)
After enjoying breakfast at the lodge, continue to the Monteverde Biological Reserve, in the Tilarán Range, between the Central Valley and Guanacaste. It is one of the largest rainforest nature reserves in the country. It protects unique amphibians including 400 species of birds including the mythical Quetzal resplendent, many species of butterflies and 2500 varieties of plants. Afterwards, check-in to your hotel and enjoy an overnight stay.
Our suggestions for visits:
- Butterfly farm
- Canopy adventure
- Walk on suspension bridges
- Monteverde biological reserve
After breakfast at the hotel, enjoy a free morning to rest at the lodge or take part in an excursion in the area as the day before.
Day 6: Monteverde – Manuel Antonio (3 hour 30 minute drive en-route)
Departure to Manuel Antonio town. The National Park is one of Costa Rica's most famous tourist spots, thanks to its easy access and the diversity of its ecosystems. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 7: Manuel Antonio
After breakfast at the hotel, enjoy a free day to relax at the hotel, the beach or to explore the region. Overnight at the hotel.
Our suggestions for visits:
- Manuel Antonio National Park (not open on Mondays)
- Boat trip on the Tárcoles River
- Catamaran tour
Day 8: Manuel Antonio - San Jose - UK (3 hour 30 minute drive en-route)
After breakfast at the hotel, continue to Juan Santamaria International Airport. Return your rental vehicle at the office of your rental agency near the airport; and then take the semi-collective shuttle to the airport.
Your Tour Hotels —
Our members will stay at the following Standard or Superior hotels in Standard Rooms with meals included as per itinerary.
Standard Hotels
Arenal: Lomas del Volcan or similar
Monteverde: Cloudforest Lodge or similar
Manuel Antonio: Villa Bosque or similar
Just for you:
- For May & June bookings receive a special gift
- Free upgrade to a Suzuki Gran Vitara and GPS free of charge
- Lomas del Volcan: Upgrade to Los Lagos Hotel (subject to availability) & self-guided hike to crocodile pond, ant farm, and butterfly garden and Arenal volcano lookout point.
- Arenal: Free dessert to share at the Don Rufino restaurant during dinner (applies for the purchase of lunch and dinner at the Don Rufino Restaurant)
- Monteverde: Hummingbird and butterfly garden (self-guide) at Selvatura Park
- Manual Antonio: Entrance to Manuel Antonio National Park for a self-guided hike
Superior Hotels
Arenal: Los Lagos Resort & Spa or similar
Monteverde: Monteverde Country Lodge or similar
Manuel Antonio: Costa Verde or similar
Just for you:
- For May & June bookings receive a special gift
- Free upgrade to a Suzuki Gran Vitara and GPS free of charge
- Los Lagos Hotel: Self-guided hike to crocodile pond, ant farm, butterfly garden and Arenal volcano look-out point
- Los Lagos Hotel: Upgrade to Montaña de Fuego Hotel (subject to availability) inclusive of thermal waters at Hotel Montaña de Fuego, tree plantation, hiking early in the morning, guided tour to Maleku town, and guided tour of the hotel Montaña de Fuego.
- Arenal: Free dessert to share at the Don Rufino restaurant during dinner (applies for the purchase of lunch and dinner at the Don Rufino Restaurant)
- Baldi thermal baths: Upgrade to Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa
- Monteverde: Hummingbird and butterfly garden (self-guide) at Selvatura Park
- Manual Antonio: Entrance to Manuel Antonio National Park for a self-guided hike
Please note: the bed for the 3rd/4th 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: You may choose from Economy, Premium or Business class flights on sectors that they operate, at the next stage of the booking process.
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: Welcome by your local representative at San Jose airport and a transfer to your hotel in San Jose is included in this offer.
Car Hire: Car hire in an upgraded Suzuki Gran Vitara is included throughout this offer as per itinerary. Also included is GPS, basic insurance and a rechargeable phone card.
Our members have the opportunity to upgrade their car type or their insurance at the next stage of the booking process for an additional fee.