SOUTH AMERICA
NATURAL WONDERS OF COSTA RICA
9 DAYS FROM $1,669 US
Details below or click here for more information INQUIRY FORM
Phone: 1-888-682-6449/1-303-670-5640
Fax: (425) 984-7676
This incredible
vacation lets you sample the scenic beauty of Costa Rica. Your trip
begins in San José, the capital of Costa Rica, with a city tour;
visit the National Theater and the National Museum. Tour a banana
plantation before reaching Tortuguero National Park, Costa Rica’s
national park dedicated to protecting endangered turtles. During your
stay, cruise through the Tortuguero Canals, view amazing flora and
fauna in a remote section of the park, and enjoy a guided walk through
the rainforest. Your guide will help you spot freshwater turtles,
herons, toucans, monkeys, and more. Next, transfer by boat to Sarapiqui
and tour the Corsicana Pineapple Farm. Travel through Tilajari
Rainforest Reserve en route to Tilajari Resort, your home for two
nights. Here, experience the Butterfly Garden, relax in the pools of
the Ecotermales Hot Springs, view Arenal Volcano, or walk in the nearby
tropical rainforest in search of 300- to 400-year-old trees, poisonous
frogs, monkeys, birds, and possibly small animals native to the
reserve. Then on to Poas Volcano National Park to see the magnificent
La Paz Waterfall and Poas Volcano, where you have up-close views of the
enormous crater with its deep, green lake. Learn about coffee
production at the Doka Coffee Plantation before returning to San
José for the final night of your unforgettable Costa Rica
vacation.
Day 1 Arrival in San José, Costa Rica (Sat.)
Upon your evening arrival you will be met by your Tour Director who will help you check into your hotel.
Day 2 San José (Sun.)
This morning, enjoy a San José city tour that will introduce you to the capital’s most important sights. Driving through Paseo Colon, visit the heart of the city to admire the pride of the ticos, the NATIONAL THEATER. This architectural jewel was designed as the opera house at the beginning of the 19th century. Visit the NATIONAL MUSEUM, a faithful witness to Costa Rican history, then enjoy sightseeing at Central Park, the cathedral, the Congress Building, and the Justice Court. Continue to the town of SARCHI, for centuries a production center of Costa Rica’s famous hand-painted oxcarts, to have an included lunch and shop for unique souvenirs. Tonight, enjoy a welcome dinner hosted by your Tour Director at the hotel. (B,L,D)
Day 3 San José–Tortuguero National Park (Mon.)
Journey east to the Caribbean shore and TORTUGUERO NATIONAL PARK. On the way, stop at a BANANA PLANTATION. Later, board a motor launch for your CRUISE along the Tortuguero Canals, waterways crisscrossing a national park dedicated to the protection of endangered turtles. The trained eyes of your guide and boatman help you spot freshwater turtles, caymans, herons, toucans, egrets, and monkeys. An afternoon at leisure lets you explore Pachira Lodge until you meet for an informative slideshow presentation on the area. (B,L,D)
Day 4 Tortuguero National Park Tour & Canal Cruise (Tue.)
Your Tour Guide accompanies you on a leisurely BOAT RIDE along remote, unspoiled sections of the park’s waterways, explaining the bountiful flora and fauna. Enjoy a fascinating stroll through an accessible portion of the nearby RAINFOREST. During the peak nesting season, from mid-July to mid-October, you may be lucky enough to observe an endangered green turtle laying her eggs under the starlight on an optional tour. (B,L,D)
Day 5 Tortuguero–Sarapiqui (Wed.)
A morning boat transfer begins your journey to the Sarapiqui area. Along the way, enjoy views of the passing rainforest. Arrive at your resort hotel for time to relax. (B,L)
Day 6 Sarapiqui–Tilajari Resort (Thu.)
This morning, tour the CORSICANA PINEAPPLE FARM to learn about the history, cultivation, and industry of pineapples. Continue through TILAJARI RAINFOREST RESERVE. After settling in, experience the magic of the resort’s BUTTERFLY GARDEN and consider a walk in the nearby tropical rainforest in search of 300- to 400-year-old trees, poisonous frogs, monkeys, birds, and possibly small animals native to the reserve. (B,D)
Day 7 Tilajari Resort (Fri.)
During your morning at leisure you may wish to go on an optional horseback ride or float trip. Or, you can take advantage of Tilajari’s amenities by walking along the shaded trails of the private, 750-acre tropical forest. Later this afternoon, enjoy a walking tour of the town of La Fortuna de San Carlos, offering spectacular views of the active Arenal Volcano. Next, drive to nearby ECOTERMALES HOT SPRINGS for a dip in the curative and relaxing pools. This evening, view ARENAL VOLCANO, hoping to see lava glowing on its sides. (B,D)
Day 8 Tilajari–San José (Sat.)
Get an early start this morning to POAS VOLCANO NATIONAL PARK. On the way, see LA PAZ WATERFALL, one of the five falls in the area. Arrive at POAS VOLCANO for close-up views of the enormous crater with its deep, green lake; perhaps you will even see one of its sporadic geyser-like eruptions. Next, stop at the DOKA COFFEE PLANTATION where you will see firsthand the entire production process—from seedlings to your cup! Tonight, your Tour Director hosts a farewell dinner at a local restaurant, ending an unforgettable discovery of Costa Rica. (B,L,D)
Day 9 (Sun.)
Your homebound flight arrives the same day. (B)
DEPARTURE DATES
February - May
July
September - December
NATURAL WONDERS OF COSTA RICA
9 DAYS FROM $1,669 US
Details below or click here for more information INQUIRY FORM
Phone: 1-888-682-6449/1-303-670-5640
Fax: (425) 984-7676
This incredible
vacation lets you sample the scenic beauty of Costa Rica. Your trip
begins in San José, the capital of Costa Rica, with a city tour;
visit the National Theater and the National Museum. Tour a banana
plantation before reaching Tortuguero National Park, Costa Rica’s
national park dedicated to protecting endangered turtles. During your
stay, cruise through the Tortuguero Canals, view amazing flora and
fauna in a remote section of the park, and enjoy a guided walk through
the rainforest. Your guide will help you spot freshwater turtles,
herons, toucans, monkeys, and more. Next, transfer by boat to Sarapiqui
and tour the Corsicana Pineapple Farm. Travel through Tilajari
Rainforest Reserve en route to Tilajari Resort, your home for two
nights. Here, experience the Butterfly Garden, relax in the pools of
the Ecotermales Hot Springs, view Arenal Volcano, or walk in the nearby
tropical rainforest in search of 300- to 400-year-old trees, poisonous
frogs, monkeys, birds, and possibly small animals native to the
reserve. Then on to Poas Volcano National Park to see the magnificent
La Paz Waterfall and Poas Volcano, where you have up-close views of the
enormous crater with its deep, green lake. Learn about coffee
production at the Doka Coffee Plantation before returning to San
José for the final night of your unforgettable Costa Rica
vacation.Day 1 Arrival in San José, Costa Rica (Sat.)
Upon your evening arrival you will be met by your Tour Director who will help you check into your hotel.
Day 2 San José (Sun.)
This morning, enjoy a San José city tour that will introduce you to the capital’s most important sights. Driving through Paseo Colon, visit the heart of the city to admire the pride of the ticos, the NATIONAL THEATER. This architectural jewel was designed as the opera house at the beginning of the 19th century. Visit the NATIONAL MUSEUM, a faithful witness to Costa Rican history, then enjoy sightseeing at Central Park, the cathedral, the Congress Building, and the Justice Court. Continue to the town of SARCHI, for centuries a production center of Costa Rica’s famous hand-painted oxcarts, to have an included lunch and shop for unique souvenirs. Tonight, enjoy a welcome dinner hosted by your Tour Director at the hotel. (B,L,D)
Day 3 San José–Tortuguero National Park (Mon.)
Journey east to the Caribbean shore and TORTUGUERO NATIONAL PARK. On the way, stop at a BANANA PLANTATION. Later, board a motor launch for your CRUISE along the Tortuguero Canals, waterways crisscrossing a national park dedicated to the protection of endangered turtles. The trained eyes of your guide and boatman help you spot freshwater turtles, caymans, herons, toucans, egrets, and monkeys. An afternoon at leisure lets you explore Pachira Lodge until you meet for an informative slideshow presentation on the area. (B,L,D)
Day 4 Tortuguero National Park Tour & Canal Cruise (Tue.)
Your Tour Guide accompanies you on a leisurely BOAT RIDE along remote, unspoiled sections of the park’s waterways, explaining the bountiful flora and fauna. Enjoy a fascinating stroll through an accessible portion of the nearby RAINFOREST. During the peak nesting season, from mid-July to mid-October, you may be lucky enough to observe an endangered green turtle laying her eggs under the starlight on an optional tour. (B,L,D)
Day 5 Tortuguero–Sarapiqui (Wed.)
A morning boat transfer begins your journey to the Sarapiqui area. Along the way, enjoy views of the passing rainforest. Arrive at your resort hotel for time to relax. (B,L)
Day 6 Sarapiqui–Tilajari Resort (Thu.)
This morning, tour the CORSICANA PINEAPPLE FARM to learn about the history, cultivation, and industry of pineapples. Continue through TILAJARI RAINFOREST RESERVE. After settling in, experience the magic of the resort’s BUTTERFLY GARDEN and consider a walk in the nearby tropical rainforest in search of 300- to 400-year-old trees, poisonous frogs, monkeys, birds, and possibly small animals native to the reserve. (B,D)
Day 7 Tilajari Resort (Fri.)
During your morning at leisure you may wish to go on an optional horseback ride or float trip. Or, you can take advantage of Tilajari’s amenities by walking along the shaded trails of the private, 750-acre tropical forest. Later this afternoon, enjoy a walking tour of the town of La Fortuna de San Carlos, offering spectacular views of the active Arenal Volcano. Next, drive to nearby ECOTERMALES HOT SPRINGS for a dip in the curative and relaxing pools. This evening, view ARENAL VOLCANO, hoping to see lava glowing on its sides. (B,D)
Day 8 Tilajari–San José (Sat.)
Get an early start this morning to POAS VOLCANO NATIONAL PARK. On the way, see LA PAZ WATERFALL, one of the five falls in the area. Arrive at POAS VOLCANO for close-up views of the enormous crater with its deep, green lake; perhaps you will even see one of its sporadic geyser-like eruptions. Next, stop at the DOKA COFFEE PLANTATION where you will see firsthand the entire production process—from seedlings to your cup! Tonight, your Tour Director hosts a farewell dinner at a local restaurant, ending an unforgettable discovery of Costa Rica. (B,L,D)
Day 9 (Sun.)
Your homebound flight arrives the same day. (B)
INCLUDED
FEATURES
San José: City sightseeing; visit the National Theater, the National Museum, and a banana plantation; tour Doka Coffee Plantation; welcome dinner; farewell dinner
Sarchi: Shop for souvenirsTortuguero National Park: Guided cruise through the canals to view wildlife; guided walk through the rainforest
Sarapiqui: Tour a working pineapple plantation
Tilajari Resort: Tilajari Rainforest Reserve; visit the Butterfly Garden, Ecotermales Hot Springs, and Arenal Volcano
Poas Volcano
National Park: View La Paz Waterfall; visit Poas Volcano
Note:
* Maximum elevation on tour: 9,000 ft.
INSIDE VISITS
Inside visits and special features are shown in the description, including admission charges when applicable.
MEALS
American breakfast daily (B), 5 lunches (L), and 6 three-course dinners (D), including special welcome and farewell dinners in San José.
SUPERIOR HOTELS
San José Doubletree Cariari by Hilton (D), Tortuguero National Park Pachira Lodge (BA), Sarapiqui La Quinta de Sarapiqui Lodge (F), Tilajari Tilajari Resort Hotel (F); Lake Atitlán Porta Del Lago (F), Guatemala City Biltmore Express (SF)
San José: City sightseeing; visit the National Theater, the National Museum, and a banana plantation; tour Doka Coffee Plantation; welcome dinner; farewell dinner
Sarchi: Shop for souvenirsTortuguero National Park: Guided cruise through the canals to view wildlife; guided walk through the rainforest
Sarapiqui: Tour a working pineapple plantation
Tilajari Resort: Tilajari Rainforest Reserve; visit the Butterfly Garden, Ecotermales Hot Springs, and Arenal Volcano
Poas Volcano
National Park: View La Paz Waterfall; visit Poas Volcano
Note:
* Maximum elevation on tour: 9,000 ft.
INSIDE VISITS
Inside visits and special features are shown in the description, including admission charges when applicable.
MEALS
American breakfast daily (B), 5 lunches (L), and 6 three-course dinners (D), including special welcome and farewell dinners in San José.
SUPERIOR HOTELS
San José Doubletree Cariari by Hilton (D), Tortuguero National Park Pachira Lodge (BA), Sarapiqui La Quinta de Sarapiqui Lodge (F), Tilajari Tilajari Resort Hotel (F); Lake Atitlán Porta Del Lago (F), Guatemala City Biltmore Express (SF)
DEPARTURE DATES
February - May
July
September - December
PRICES
from approx $1,669 US per
person, based on double occupancy
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