We Love —
- Hiking through dense rainforest, following guided tours across hanging bridges and rushing rivers, and observing Costa Rica’s abundant wildlife up close.
- Visiting active volcanoes, lazing on one of the world’s most unspoiled beaches, and discovering the canals of Tortuguero National Park.
- The included rental car during your tour, helping you visit the area at your own pace, as well as a choice between Standard or Superior Hotels.
New Voyage Privé —
Carefully selected by our experts especially for you
Your Itinerary In Brief —
Travel through the majestic landscapes of Costa Rica, stopping in lush jungles and gorgeous stretches of beach. Start your trip in San José, before heading to see the turtles of Tortugero, the sizzling Arenal volcano, national parks, and the stunning Carillo Beach. Cross hanging bridges high above the forest landscapes, observe nocturnal wildlife on a guided tour, and kayak through mangrove groves!
Our Offers:
9-Night Tour
Day 1: San José
Day 2: San José - Tortuguero (4 hrs on route & 1h5 on boat)
Day 3: Tortuguero - Arenal (1h5 by boat & 2h5 on route)
Day 4: Arenal
Day 5: Arenal - Rincón de la Vieja (3h on route)
Day 6: Rincón de la Vieja - Carillo Beach (2h5 on route)
Day 7: Carillo Beach
Day 8: Carillo Beach
Day 9: Carillo Beach - San José (4h5 on route)
Day 10: Departure
11-Night Tour
Day 1: San José
Day 2: San José - Tortuguero (4 hrs on route & 1h5 on boat)
Day 3: Tortuguero
Day 4: Tortuguero - Arenal (1h5 on boat & 2h5 on route)
Day 5: Arenal
Day 6: Arenal
Day 7: Arenal - Rincón de la Vieja (3h on route)
Day 8: Rincón de la Vieja - Carillo Beach (2h5 on route)
Day 9: Carillo Beach
Day 10: Carillo Beach
Day 11: Carillo Beach - San José (4h5 on route)
Day 12: Departure
Your Itinerary In Detail —
Offer 1: 9-night / 10-day Tour
Day 1: San José
Welcome to Costa Rica! Our local representative will receive and assist you at SJO airport. Take a shared transfer from Juan Santamaria International Airport to your hotel in San José. Check in, get comfortable in your hotel room and relax!
Overnight stay in San José.
Day 2: San José - Tortuguero
Early check out. At the agreed time, meet at the hotel reception for a semi-shared transfer to the wonderful area of Tortuguero in the North Caribbean. 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.
On route, stop in the city of Guápiles to have a Costa Rican breakfast in a local restaurant and then continue to the pier where you will board the boat to Tortuguero. This boat transfer will be a stunning introduction to the heart of the rainforest. While travelling on the canals, you will admire the natural landscapes with different shades of green.
Arrival to the lodge, check in, get comfortable in your room, and enjoy a tasteful lunch. In the afternoon, meet your guide for a visit to the enchanting Tortuguero Village. This town has a small population of around 500, no cars, and is located on a relatively narrow spit of land between the beach and a canal. Take a closer encounter with the Caribbean culture; discover its people and lifestyle walking through this colourful town.
The order of the activities in Tortuguero may vary depends on the operation of the lodge.
Overnight stay in Tortuguero.
Day 3: Tortuguero - Arenal
Wake up early this day. Join your guide and enjoy nature in its entire splendour by touring the canals of Tortuguero National Park, by boat at sunrise, and take your best photos in the jungle. Discover the 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. Return to the lodge to enjoy breakfast.
After breakfast, check out and be ready to continue your trip. Take a shared transfer by boat and land from Tortuguero to a restaurant located in Guápiles, where you will enjoy a traditional lunch.
Afterwards, meet the Car Rental Representative to get your rented vehicle and all the necessary information for your road trip and continue your journey to your next destination: La Fortuna de San Carlos, home of the stunning Arenal Volcano. Prior to December 2010, the Arenal Volcano was one of the ten most active volcanoes in the world, and it was a truly majestic sight, as it spewed molten rocks and ash from its summit daily. Today, there are no longer lava eruptions, for now, but you can still see smoke / ash spew out of the top of the volcano.
Upon arrival, get comfortable at your hotel room and enjoy leisure time to relax at the hotel facilities.
Overnight stay in Arenal.
Day 4: Arenal
Breakfast included at the hotel. Early this morning, visit Mistico Park to explore the magical hanging bridges in the middle of the tropical forest. This will be a unique experience with a great combination of suspension bridges and platforms built in the forest that offers you an opportunity to explore the forest canopy in a safe and easy manner. An expert guide will walk you through the natural history and will open for you the doors of a fascinating and colourful tropical rainforest world. You cannot forget the imposing vistas of the Arenal Volcano from the hanging bridges.
The rest of the day is yours to enjoy at leisure. This 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, experience a good dose of adrenaline flying over the treetop canopy on a zip line adventure and much more!
Costa Rica is known worldwide as a top adventure destination, and La Fortuna area is famous for the best outdoor adventures. There are so many fun activities for all ages and travellers.
Overnight stay in Arenal.
Day 5: Arenal - Rincón de la Vieja
Breakfast included at the hotel, followed by check out. At the agreed time, self-drive to your next destination, Rincón de la Vieja, one of the most beautiful countryside and ecological diverse areas, located in the Province of Guanacaste.
At over 34,000 acres, this region has room for 2 volcanoes, 32 rivers and streams, and an incredible variety of flora and fauna. Rincón de la Vieja hosts a wide variety of tropical forests, including dwarf cloud and montane ecosystems. Exotic and rare flora and fauna find refuge here including kinkajous, pumas, variety of monkeys, sloths, tapirs, and jaguars. Rare emerald toucans and blue-crowned motmots glow in the sunlight, along with vibrant orchids.
Rincón de la Vieja is approximately 15 miles northeast of the city of Liberia, which is the capital of the Guanacaste Province.
Overnight stay in Rincón de la Vieja.
Breakfast is included at the hotel. At the convenient time, check out and self-drive to your next tropical destination: Carrillo beach.
Costa Rica beaches are known for their white sands, palm tree forests and clear waters. The beach at Playa Carrillo is no exception. Located on the Nicoya Peninsula in the province of Guanacaste Carrillo, it is the perfect destination for a relaxing and sunny stay.
Overnight stay in Carrillo Beach.
Day 7 & 8: Carrillo Beach, Guanacaste
Breakfast is included at the hotel. You will have two days to relax and spend at your own leisure on the tropical beach. Take an optional excursion to discover the abundant natural treasures of Carrillo beach and its surroundings, or explore it on your own.
Overnight stay in Carrillo Beach.
Day 9: Carrillo Beach - San José
Breakfast is included at the hotel. At the convenient time, check out and depart to San José city for your last night stay in Costa Rica. Upon arrival, enjoy leisure time to relax or explore the city on your own. San José is a contrasted city with exhilarating expressions of history, traditions, art, and architecture.
Overnight stay in San José.
Day 10: Departure
Breakfast is included at the hotel, followed by check-out. It is time to self-drive to the car rental office near the Juan Santamaría International Airport to return the vehicle. Then, a shared shuttle will take you to the airport from the car rental office to your flight back home.
End of the services.
Offer 2: 11-night / 12-Day Tour
Day 1: Same as Offer 1 (San José)
Day 2: Same as Offer 1 (San José - Tortuguero)
Day 3: Tortuguero
Breakfast is included at the Lodge. At the agreed time, join the guide for a nature walk along the private trails of the Lodge and discover the flora and fauna that live in this magical place. In the afternoon, after lunch, enjoy nature in its entire splendour by touring the canals of Tortuguero National Park, by boat and take your best photos in the jungle.
Discover its network of canals, lagoons and dense rainforests through an early boat tour guided by an expert guide. Abundant wildlife inhabits Tortuguero, including 57 species of amphibians, 111 species of reptiles, and 60 species of mammals. Return to the lodge to enjoy breakfast.
Overnight stay in Tortuguero.
Day 4: Same as day 3 for Offer 1 (Tortuguero - Arenal)
Day 5: Same as day 4 for Offer 1 (Arenal)
Day 6: Arenal
Breakfast is included at the hotel. Leisure day to spend at your own pace. This 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, experience a good dose of adrenaline flying over the treetop canopy on a zip line adventure and much more!
Costa Rica is known worldwide as a top adventure destination, and La Fortuna area is famous for the best outdoor adventures. There are so many fun activities for all ages and travellers.
Overnight stay in Arenal.
Day 7: Same as day 5 in Offer 1 (Arenal - Rincón de la Vieja)
Day 8: Same as day 6 in Offer 1 ( Rincón de la Vieja - Carillo Beach)
Day 9 & 10: Carrillo Beach, Guanacaste
Breakfast is included at the hotel. You will have two days to relax and spend at your own leisure on the tropical beach. Take an optional excursion to discover the abundant natural treasures of Carrillo beach and its surroundings, or explore it on your own.
Overnight stay in Carrillo Beach.
Day 11: Carrillo Beach - San José
Breakfast is included at the hotel. At the convenient time, check out and depart to San José city for your last night stay in Costa Rica. Upon arrival, enjoy leisure time to relax or explore the city on your own. San José is a contrasted city with exhilarating expressions of history, traditions, art, and architecture.
Overnight stay in San José.
Day 12: Departure
Breakfast is included at the hotel, followed by check-out. It is time to self-drive to the car rental office near the Juan Santamaría International Airport to return the vehicle. Then, a shared shuttle will take you to the airport from the car rental office to your flight back home.
End of the services.
Your Hotels —
HAND-PICKED JUST FOR YOU
All throughout your trip, you will rest comfortably in carefully selected Standard or Superior hotels in Standard Room types. At some hotels, you will have exclusive added values such as one glass of wine per person at the first dinner at Pachira Lodge / Evergreen Lodge or free access to Rio Negro Hot Springs at the Buena Vista Lodge / Volcano Lodge.
Standard Hotels:
San José: Sleep Inn (or similar)
Tortuguero: Pachira Lodge (or similar)
Arenal: Lomas del Volcan (or similar)
Rincón de la Vieja: Buena Vista Lodge (or similar)
Carillo Beach: Leyenda (or similar)
Superior Hotels:
San José: Park Inn (or similar)
Tortuguero: Evergreen Lodge (or similar)
Arenal: Volcano Lodge (or similar)
Rincón de la Vieja: Hacienda Guachipelin (or similar)
Carillo Beach: Nammbu (or similar)
Your Dining Choices
Your meals during your trip are as follows (may be subject to change): Offer 1 - 9 nights tour On day 2, you will enjoy breakfast, lunch (excluding drinks) and dinner (excluding drinks). On day 3, you will enjoy your breakfast and lunch (excluding drinks). From day 4 to day 10 you will begin each morning with an included breakfast. Offer 2 - 11 night tour On days 2 and 3 in San Jose and Tortuguero you can enjoy breakfast, lunch (excluding drinks) and dinner (excluding drinks). On day 4, you will enjoy breakfast and lunch (excluding drinks). From days 5 to 12 you will have an included breakfast.
Your Journey to Costa Rica —
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:
Return airport transfers are included for all offers. For inbound transfer arrangements, please confirm with your transfer provider when you arrive. Alternatively, please check with the reception of your accommodation. If you still require assistance, please call the transfer provider directly.
Your Destination —
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 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!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 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!
