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Activity San Jose, Costa Rica

13 Days - Fly & Drive - Touring Costa Rica

5.0 (one review) 13 days Free cancellation Private tour
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13 Days - Fly & Drive - Touring Costa Rica

About this activity

Costa Rica is small but incredibly diverse.

It has rainforests, beaches, rivers, cloud forests, volcanoes and mountain ranges. The amount of animal and flora species is also extraordinary and abundant, all in a country smaller than West Virginia!

Both resorts and boutique hotels are available, with opportunities to relax, go out on adventures, and be pampered during a vacation in Costa Rica.

With so many options to choose from, our Costa Rica vacation package is tailored to the type of experience you want to have, in this case, explore in your own while driving yourself.

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At a glance

Duration
13 days
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–15
Guide
English, Spanish
Written guide
English, Spanish
Operated by
Destiny Travel Costa Rica

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–10 years) · Adults (11–65 years) · Seniors (66–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Private transportation
  • Included: Lunch
  • Included: Dinner
  • Included: Breakfast
  • Included: 11 nights accommodation

Not included

  • Not included: Gratitudes

Itinerary

Day 1 · San Jose - Meeting

  1. San Jose

    Passing by

    Meet & greet at the San Jose International Airport

Accommodation at Wyndham Herradura / Barcelo San Jose Hotel or similar

Day 2 · Tortuguero National Park 3 days - 2 nights program

  1. Tortuguero National Park

    12 hours Admission included

    Between 06:00 a.m. and 06:30 a.m. Aprox. We will pick you up early in the morning at your Hotel in San Jose. Admire the biodiversity of an astonishing protected area in Costa Rica as we drive by Braulio Carrillo National Park, a primary forest in 95% of its extension. 08:30 a.m Have a taste of our delicious Costa Rican breakfast in route. Between 10:30 and 11.00 am Aprox. Board a comfortable boat upon arrival to the port and let this extraordinarily exotic paradise enchant you, as you travel along the Tortuguero Canals. Have a one-in-a-lifetime experience in this unique place surrounded by a great variety of flora and fauna of breathtaking beauty. 01:00 p.m Enjoy a refreshing cocktail and a delicious Lunch as we welcome you to our hotel. 2:30 p.m After lunch, enjoy nature in all its splendor by touring the canals and taking your best photos . 7:00 p.m A delightful dinner will be served upon arrival to the lodge. OPTIONAL NIGHT TOUR: Walk on the beach and admire the spawning of Tortuga Verde. (July to September).

Typical breakfast · Buffet lunch · Buffet dinner

Accommodation at Pachira Lodge / Laguna Lodge or similar

Day 3 · Tortuguero National Park

  1. Tortuguero

    12 hours

    7:00 a.m Discover the flavors of Costa Rica with breakfast at the Lodge. 9:00 a.m Hiking tour through the Lodge's private trail.

    1: 00 p.m Enjoy a delicious lunch at the Lodge

    2: 45 p.m After lunch, we will visit the museum, the beach and the small and picturesque city of Tortuguero.

    7:00 p.m A delightful dinner will be served upon arrival to the lodge Optional tour in the evening: Evening walk to admire green turtles spawning (July to September)

Accommodation at Pachira Lodge / Laguna Lodge or similar

Day 4 · Tortuguero to South caribbean area (Cahuita)

  1. Cahuita

    Passing by

    Breakfast buffet included

    Transfer by boat back to the dock

    Lunch in route included

    Pick up your 4x4 Vehicle in Guapiles city and drive yourself to Cahuita (Caribbean coast)

    Rest of the afternoon free

    Accommodation at Banana Azul / Cariblue Bungalows or similar

Accommodation at Cariblue Bungalows / Banana Azul Hotel or similar

Day 5 · Cahuita Beach

  1. Cahuita National Park

    one day Admission not included

    Breakfast included at the Hotel

    Remaining of the day at leisure to explore the near beaches, the national park or relax at the facilities of the Hotel

Accommodation at Cariblue Bungalows / Banana Azul Hotel or similar

Day 6 · Cahuita to Arenal Volcano

  1. Arenal Volcano

    4 hours Admission included

    Breakfast included at the Hotel

    Drive yourself from Cahuita to Arenal Volcano (La Fortuna)

    Check in at your Hotel

    Day pass to Eco Termales Hot springs Spa (admission + dinner included)

Accommodation at Montaña de Fuego Resort / Arenal Paraiso Resort or similar

Day 7 · Free day in La Fortuna - Arenal volcano Costa Rica

  1. La Fortuna de San Carlos

    one day

    Breakfast included at the Hotel

    Free day in Arenal area – This day you can drive around to admire the best spots of La Fortuna town or relax at the facilities of the Resort

Accommodation at Montaña de Fuego Resort / Arenal Paraiso Resort or similar

Day 8 · Arenal Volcano to Monteverde Cloudforest

  1. Monteverde

    4 hours

    Breakfast included at the Hotel

    Drive yourself fromArenal to Monteverde cloudforest

    Check in at your Hotel

    Rest of the day at leisure

Accommodation at Country Lodge - Heliconia Lodge or similar

Day 9 · Monteverde Cloudforest

  1. Monteverde

    6 hours

    Breakfast included at the Hotel

    Day Pass to Sky Adventure Park – 4 activities in one day (Sky walk + Sky Trek + Sky Tram + Vertigo with lunch included)

Accommodation at Country lodge / Heliconia Hotel or similar

Day 10 · Monteverde to Manuel Antonio Beach

  1. Playa Manuel Antonio

    5 hours

    Breakfast included at the Hotel

    Drive yourself from Monteverde to Manuel Antonio Beach

    Rest of the day free

Accommodation at Karahe Hotel / Byblos Hotel or similar

Day 11 · Manuel Antonio beach free day

  1. Manuel Antonio

    one day

    Breakfast included at the Hotel

    Beach day – visit the Manuel Antonio National park or relax the Hotel

Accommodation at Karahe Hotel / Byblos Hotel or similar

Day 12 · Manuel Antonio beach - Free day

  1. Manuel Antonio

    one day

    Breakfast included at the Hotel

    Beach day – visit the Manuel Antonio National park or relax the Hotel

Accommodation at Karahe Hotel / Byblos Hotel or similar

Day 13 · Manuel Antonio to San Jose International Airport

  1. Parque Juan Santamaria

    Passing by

    Breakfast included at the Hotel

    At the appointed time , drive yourself from Manuel Antonio to the San Jose International Airport, to return the vehicle at the Terminal and check in at the Airline counter

    Note that the drive from Manuel Antonio to San Jose is 3 hrs.

    If you flight departs very early, you can stay overnight in San Jose (switch the nights)

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

  • Hotel Portal Colonial
  • Canal Grande Lodge
  • Posada Nena Santa Ana
  • Studio Hotel Boutique
  • Hotel Villa Los Candiles
  • Holiday Inn Express San Jose Forum by IHG
  • Aloft by Marriott San Jose Hotel, Costa Rica
  • Hotel Luisiana
  • Finca Rosa Blanca Coffee Farm and Inn
  • Ruta Verde B&B
  • City Express by Marriott San Jose Costa Rica
  • Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

and 39 more pickup points

Our team will meet you right at the San Jose International Airport upon arrival

Using your ticket

At the airport, our team will be holding at sign with your name . Please look for our representative once you have cleared customs.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

If you cancel You get back
At least 6 days before 100%
At least 2 days before 50%
Less than a day before 0%
  • The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Service animals allowed

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Specialized infant seats are available

  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Traveller ratings

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