Costa Rica Eco Adventure - About this Tour

Tour Details | Departure Dates and Pricing

Details

• Duration (with arrival/departure): 8
• Tour Style: Regional Plus
• Destinations: San Jose, Tortuguero National Park, Arenal, Sarapiqui, Monteverde Cloud Forest

Itinerary

• DAY 1 Depart USA – San Jose Upon arrival you will be met and transferred to your hotel. 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 – USA Transfer to the Liberia Airport for your onward flight. (Breakfast)
  
  Please do not schedule homebound flights before 1:00pm.
  


Depart USA – San JoseSan Jose – Tortuguero National Park rtuguero National Parkrtuguero – SarapiquiSarapiqui – ArenalArenal – Monteverde Cloud Forest Monteverde Cloud ForestMonteverde – USA

Whats Included

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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.

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Dining Highlights

• 7 breakfasts
• 4 lunches
• 6 dinners
• Breakfast daily on beach extension
17 included meals in total (see day by day itinerary)

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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.

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