Costa Rica Journey

8 days program to three of the top locations in Costa Rica: San Jose, Arenal Volcano area, and Tamarindo. Explore the main volcano in the country, fly above the trees and relax at the tropical beaches of Tamarindo.

Day 1 - Arrival to Costa Rica

At the pre-arrange time personnel from Costa Rica Dream Travel Corporation will be at the airport to welcome you, give you the trip documentation and transfer you to the hotel in San Jose.
After arrival at the hotel, express check in and leisure time to enjoy the facilities of the hotel.

Day includes: Private transportation, lodging and hotel taxes.
Overnight: Hotel Country Inn & Suites - www.countryinns.com
Transfer duration: 20 minutes approximately.

Day 2 - The impressive red landmark

After breakfast at the hotel and check out, it is time to continue your journey to the northern plains of Costa Rica. At the prearranged time, your shuttle bus transportation will meet you in the lobby of the hotel and will transfer you to the Arenal Volcano area.
Once in Arenal and after check-in, leisure time to enjoy the area.

Day includes: Breakfast, shuttle transportation from San Jose to La Fortuna, lodging and hotel taxes.
Overnight: Hotel Magic Mountain - www.hotelmagicmountain.com
Tour duration: 3 ½ hours approximately

Day 3 - Treasures of Arenal Volcano

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. At the prearranged time, and according to the schedule of your tour, you will be ready to enjoy a guided hike at the slopes of Arenal Volcano.
This day, the driver will pick you up at your hotel and take you to enjoy a wonderful hike through Arenal Volcano National Park.
This tour starts with a drive to the Western side of the volcano. Once there you will embark on a hike on the trail which traverses the rainforest and crosses over a large lava flow from 1968. It is possible to observe a variety of plants, wildlife, and magnificent lava rock formations. Once on the top of the lava flow, you will have a beautiful view of the Arenal Lake. During the tour, the experienced tour guide will provide you with interesting and educational information regarding the history of the majestic mountain and the Arenal Volcano impact on the area.
After you finished this amazing hike, you will be ready to go back to your hotel and relax for the rest of the day.

Day includes: Breakfast, guided hike at the Arenal Volcano, transportation, English Speaking tour guide, entrance fees, lodging and hotel taxes.
Overnight: Hotel Magic Mountain - www.hotelmagicmountain.com
Transfer duration: 4 hours approximately

Day 4 - The adventure of the canopy tour

Breakfast will be offered at the restaurant in the hotel. At the prearranged time, you will be ready to enjoy the adventure of the Canopy Tour.
This day, your driver will pick you up at your hotel and take you to enjoy a fantastic canopy tour on La Fortuna área, with amazing landscapes of Arenal Volcano that is perfect for your vacation in Costa Rica.
Athica is located within the Arenal Conservation Area and is without a doubt a healthy release of adrenaline and incredible immersion in nature with a moving panoramic view. Ziplining above the tree canopy will not only offer you a great adventure, it will also offer you the opportunity to observe wildlife in its natural habitat. Your tour will begin with a warm welcome and a brief safety speech, after which your equipment will be put to embark on this amazing adventure. Enjoy this thrilling aerial adventure of approximately 3 km, starting from a tower 13 meters high and glide your way down 8 cables made with the best galvanized stainless steel, ranging from 80 meters to 750 meters in length, with an average height of 38 meters. Speeds will top 60km per hour! Each of our 14 platforms, 5 of which are constructed in extraordinary trees, were strategically designed at varying heights to allow you to observe the rainforest from different angles and photograph the awe-inspiring scenery. If you are willing to take the most exhilarating, electrifying, and mind-blowing adventure you can enjoy our amazing Tarzan Swing, where you have to jump to a secure rope and literally throw yourself off a platform, then you start swinging back and forth between the trees, that allows you an incredible view of the mighty Arenal Volcano as well as the rainforest above, below and around you as a healthy rush of adrenaline surges through your bones for an adventure you will never forget.
After this unforgettable adventure, you will be ready to go back to your hotel.

Day includes:Breakfast, Athica Canopy Tour, transportation, English Speaking tour guide, equipment rental, lodging and hotel taxes.
Overnight: Hotel Magic Mountain - www.hotelmagicmountain.com
Tour duration: 2 ½ hours approximately

Day 5 - Welcome to the Pacific!

During the morning, your transportation will be ready to transfer you to the North Pacific Coast. Drive through the only tropical dry forest in Costa Rica. Then, to Costa Rica’s beautiful North Pacific Coast.

Day includes: Breakfast, shuttle transportation, lodging and hotel taxes.
Overnight: Hotel Wyndham Tamarindo - www.wyndhamtamarindodiria.com
Tour duration: 4 hours approximately.

Days 6 and 7- Enjoy the Pacific!

During these days, enjoy a carefree leisurely time. Beach comb at the pool area or swim the beaches of Tamarindo.

Day includes: Breakfast, lodging and hotel taxes.
Overnight: Hotel Wyndham Tamarindo - www.wyndhamtamarindodiria.com

Day 8 - Goodbye Costa Rica

At the pre-arranged time, and according to the international flight schedule, you will be transferred from the hotel to the International Airport in Liberia to take your international flight back.

Day includes: Breakfast and private transportation.
Transfer Duration: 1 hour approximately

International Airport Authorities and Airlines recommend all passengers arrive at the airport 3 hours before scheduled flight departure.
Note: Airport exit taxes may not be included in your international ticket ($29 per person).

Program includes

- Private transportation from San Jose International Airport to the hotel in San Jose
- 1 night in San Jose at the Hotel Country Inn & Suites, standard room (B&B)
- Shuttle transportation from the hotel in San Jose to the hotel in Arenal
- 3 nights in Arenal Volcano area at the Hotel Magic Mountain, standard room (B&B)
- Arenal Volcano hiking tour (regular basis).
- Canopy tour (zip-lining) (regular basis).
- Shuttle transportation from the hotel in Arenal to the hotel in Guanacaste
- 3 nights in Tamarindo at the Hotel Wyndham Tamarindo, standard ocean view room (B&B)
- Private transfer from the hotel in Guanacaste to the international airport in Liberia
- Lodging and sales taxes
- Meals: 7 breakfasts
- Welcome airport greeting
- 24/7 in-country travel assistance

Optional tours at the beach

Program does NOT include

- Additional activities not mentioned in the program
- Meals not mentioned in the program
- Beverages during meals. Sodas or alcohol
- International Airfare optional upon request
- Travel Insurance
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities for tour guides and drivers

Notes

- Prices valid for a minimum of 2 adult passengers.
- Prices valid for the mentioned seasons.
- All rooms in the standard room category unless mentioned above.
- Rooms feature either one king-size bed or two queen-size beds. Triple and quadruple rooms are usually two beds.
- Children policy: maximum 2 children under 4 years old, sharing room with 2 adults
- Tips for the tour guide and drivers are not included.
- Reservations are subject to availability

COVID Travel Insurance

Flexible Travel Terms

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