Trafalgar > Costa Rica Eco Adventure and Guanacaste Beach Extension

Costa Rica Eco Adventure and Guanacaste Beach Extension
10 Days starting from $1,814

Countries Visited:
Costa Rica

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Length: 10 Days
Type: South America 2008
Category: Discovery
Operator: Trafalgar
Tour Code: LCEG-2008
   
 
 
About This Tour


Cities Visited:
San Jose, Tortuguero National Park, Arenal, Sarapiqui, Monteverde Cloud Forest, Monteverde, Guanacaste
 
  • What's Included
  • Itinerary
  • Dates & Prices
  • Sightseeing
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Sightseeing Highlights
  • Tortuguero National Park: Spend two days in one of Costa Rica''s most popular eco-tourism destinations.
  • Sarapiqui: Explore this beautiful valley surrounded by rainforest.
  • Arenal: See the active Arenal Volcano.Visit Tabacon Hot Springs for arelaxing bath.
  • Monteverde Cloud Forest: Enjoy two days in this spectacular area.Take aguided walk with a park naturalist, and the SkyWalk, a chain of suspension bridges high above the Cloud Forest.
Dining Highlights
  • 7 breakfasts
  • 4 lunches
  • 6 dinners
  • Breakfast daily on beach extension
17 included meals in total (see day by day itinerary)
First Class Travel Highlights
  • Services of an English-speaking Tour Director throughout; local host on beach extension.
  • Travel on Trafalgar''s comfortable air-conditioned motor vehicles.
  • A stylish travel bag and wallet containing tour documents and helpful information.
  • Accommodations in hotels listed in twin-bedded rooms with private bath or shower.
  • Sightseeing as detailed in the itinerary including admission charges, where applicable.
  • Scheduled round-trip flights when Trafalgar issues the air tickets.
  • Round-trip transfers between the airport and hotel, including porterage at the airport.
  • Boat transfer to Tortuguero.
  • Hotel taxes, service charges and porterage.
  • DAY 1 Depart USA – San Jose Flight to San Jose. Upon arrival you will be met and transferred to yourhotel. The balance of the day is free to begin exploring on your own. Your Tour Director will be on hand to answer any questions.

    Hotel:Melia Cariari


  • DAY 2 San Jose – Tortuguero National Park (2 nights) This morning head east through mountains and rainforests, toward the Caribbean Sea.At Cano Blanco Dock your boat is waiting to start your expedition of Tortuguero National Park. Cruise deep into the jungle, via narrow canals,watching for monkeys, toucans and egrets. (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)

    Hotel: Pachira Lodge


  • DAY 3 Tortuguero National Park Today explore the Park with your English-speaking tour guide. Boat tours will take
    you into the small canals of the park and a walk through the rainforest gives you the
    chance to see some of the flora and fauna closer. Sloths, iguanas, crocodiles and
    hundreds of species of colorful birds live here. (Buffet Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)



  • DAY 4 Tortuguero – Sarapiqui Head out via waterways and land to tiny Sarapiqui. This beautiful community is situated in a valley and surrounded by rainforests. The area is relatively unknown and home to some of Costa Rica''s most diverseand dense vegetation and wildlife. Your afternoon is at leisure with plenty of time to explore the surrounding environs. (Buffet Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)

    Hotel: Sueno Azul or La Quinta Sarapiqui


  • DAY 5 Sarapiqui – Arenal Thismorning, the Alma Ata Archaeological Park reveals the country’s pre-Columbianheritage. After your visit here, head to Arenal. Thrill to spectacular views of one of world’s most active volcanoes. Arenal has been emitting regular eruptions of ash and rocks since 1968. It is truly an awesome sight to behold. Delight in the the thermal mineral pools, waterfalls and hot springs of varying temperatures at Tabacon Hot Springs.Tonight,watch themini-eruptions of Arenal while dining at the Hot Springs. (Buffet Beakfast / Lunch / Dinner)

    Hotel: Arenal Paraiso Resort and Spa


  • DAY 6 Arenal – Monteverde Cloud Forest (2 nights) A free morning to enjoy Arenal and your resort. You may want to join one of the optional tours available, including a canopy tour, spa treatments, horseback riding, the Aerial tramor a volcano hike.Continue to peacefulMonteverde Cloud Forest this afternoon.Yourmountain lodge overlooksmuch of the Cloud Forest and the setting is spectacular. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)

    Hotel: El Establo Mountain Hotel


  • DAY 7 Monteverde Cloud Forest Take a guided walk with a park naturalist through the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve this morning.Hundreds of species of animals, birds, insects and plants make their homes here.Watch for quetzals, hummingbirds,monkeys and more, and enjoy the unique flora of the forest. Also included at your leisure is the SkyWalk, a chain of six suspension bridges above the Cloud Forest. The forest canopy is home to many unique flora and fauna species, which you would not see from ground level. Definitely a memorable experience! (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)


  • DAY 8 Monteverde – Liberia – Guanacaste (2 nights) Transfer to Guanacaste and check into your seaside resort hotel, located on one of the most pristine
    beaches in Costa Rica.The balance of the day is at leisure. (Breakfast)

    Hotel:Casa Conde del Mar


  • DAY 9 Guanacaste A full free day to do as you please. You might want to explore the beautiful beach or try snorkeling. Other optional activities include a canopy tour, a float trip, fishing or various beach activities. (Breakfast)


  • DAY 10 Guanacaste – Liberia – USA Transfer to the Liberia Airport for your onward flight. Extra nights are available if wish to extend your stay in beautiful Central America. (Breakfast)



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* 2010 dates are subject to price and itinerary modifications. Details will be available in August 2009.
** Please Note: Guarenteed roomshare is not available on this tour.
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The displayed prices are based on twin-share accommodation. A single supplement price is available on request.
  • San Jose
  • Tortuguero National Park
  • Sarapiqui
  • Arenal
  • Monteverde Cloud Forest
  • Monteverde
This list indicates brochure rates and dates.
* 2010 dates are subject to price and itinerary modifications. Details will be available in August 2009.
** Please Note: Guarenteed roomshare is not available on this tour.
Please note: In addition to being sold out or on a request basis only, a tour departure may not be displayed on this site for operation reasons.
For details on discounts that apply to this tour please refer to a brochure or see your Travel Agent.
The displayed prices are based on twin-share accommodation. A single supplement price is available on request.

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