Best of Costa Rica Vacation Package 12D/11N
BEST OF COSTA RICA
VACATION PACKAGE
12 DAYS / 11 NIGHTS
VISITING: San José, Tortuguero National Park, Arenal Volcano, Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve and Manuel Antonio.
LETTER CODES: (B) Breakfast, (L) Lunch, (D) Dinner.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION:
DAY 1. Welcome to Costa Rica. Meet & Great at San Jose Airport and transfer to hotel.
DAY 2. Pick up at your hotel. Meet & Great by our tour guide. Transfer by land and boat to Tortuguero National Park. Check in at Pachira Lodge. Tour to Tortuguero Town.
DAY 3. Breakfast at the lodge. Morning tour to Tortuguero National Park. Boat tour along the natural canals with a naturalist tour guide. Afternoon free time
DAY 4. Breakfast at the Lodge. Hotel Check Out and transfer to Arenal by boat and bus. Arrival to Arenal by midafternoon. Free time for enjoy the area on your own.
DAY 5. Time to explore Arenal area and enjoy the day with the selected tour of your preference included in your package. You select 1 tour from a list of options.
DAY 6. Enjoy a Transfer-Tour to Monteverde crossing the Arenal´s Lake by Van and Boat. Upon arrival in Monteverde, hotel check in and free time for enjoy the area on your own.
DAY 7. Time to explore Monteverde area and enjoy the day with the selected tour of your preference included in your package. You select 1 tour from a list of options.
DAY 8. Enjoy a pleasant and sightseeing transfer to Manuel Antonio. Upon arrival, check in at your hotel. Free time for discover the city on your own.
DAY 9. Time to explore Manuel Antonio area and enjoy the day with the selected tour of your preference included in your package. You select 1 tour from a list of options.
DAY 10. Free day for enjoy the beach, explore the town on your own or enjoy the hotel´s swimming pool.
DAY 11. Enjoy a pleasant and sightseeing drive to San Jose. Upon arrival, check in at your hotel. Free time for discover the city on your own.
DAY 12. Transfers to International Airport. Time to say goodbye. Have a safe and pleasant journey back to home.
Day by Day Itinerary.
Day 1. WELCOME TO COSTA RICA. Arrival to the International Airport Juan Santamaria. Upon arrival at the San Jose airport, you will be met by one of our representatives how will explain your itinerary, answer any questions and provide you with a package of vouchers and information about your trip. Transfer to hotel and free time.
Day 2. TORTUGUERO NATIONAL PARK (B, L, D) Our exclusive journey to Tortuguero from San Jose is an amazing experience where you will enjoy a pleasant bus transfer to Guapiles Town. Along the way, admire the pristine rainforest of the Braulio Carrillo National Park and Biosphere Reserve declared by UNESCO in 1988. Crystal clear rivers and beautiful waterfalls will be part of the landscape that you can enjoy during this short transfer. Once in Guapiles Town, a stop will be made to enjoy a delicious typical breakfast. Continuing the journey through the lower parts of the Costa Rican Caribbean, crossing extensive plantations of bananas, pineapple, cocoa and other agricultural products common in the area, we will reach Caño Blanco, an area of rivers and lagoons where a boat awaits us and will take us to deeper in the jungle and our final destination Tortuguero.
The boat trip will take about 90 minutes, and it will be a one-in-a lifetime experience surrounded by a great variety of flora and fauna. Upon arrival to your lodge, enjoy a refreshing cocktail and a delicious Lunch. After you get your room, get comfortable for explore the area, the beach and the small and picturesque town of Tortuguero. A delightful dinner will be served upon the return to the lodge.
Day 3. TORTUGUERO (B, L, D). Discover Costa Rican flavors as you enjoy breakfast at your lodge. Get ready to travel along the well-known Tortuguero Canals and have the experience of your life in this unique paradise of magnificent flora and fauna. After the tour, enjoy a delicious lunch at the lodge. During the afternoon, take your time to enjoy our private trails, ride a kayak through the canals or just relax. Dinner at the hotel. OPTIONAL NIGHT TOUR: Walk on the beach and admire the green turtles nesting (July through September).
Day 4. TORTUGUERO – ARENAL (B, L). Breakfast at the lodge. Departure to Arenal Volcano by boat and bus. On the middle of the way and after lunch, you will meet your private transport or shuttle bus and proceed overland to Arenal. Upon arrival to La Fortuna Town, home of the Arenal Volcano, check in at your hotel. Free time.
Day 5. FREE STYLE DAY IN ARENAL (B) Customize your vacation with the included adventure of your choice. Please select one. This option will be added to your final itinerary.
– Nature History Rainforest Walk at Arenal Mundo Aventura Park HD
– Nature History Rainforest Walk Night Walk at Arenal Mundo Aventura Park HD
– Nature Walk to La Fortuna Waterfall at Arenal Mundo Aventura Park HD
– Horseback Ring to La Fortuna Waterfall at Arenal Mundo Aventura Park HD
– Zipline Canopy Tour (12 cables) at Arenal Mundo Aventura Park HD
– Day Pass with Lunch or Dinner at Baldi Hot Springs HD
– Arenal Volcano & Lake Mountain Bike Tour HD
– Cano Negro Wildlife Refuge. FD
– Chocolate & Coffee Tour. Cultural experience HD
– Arenal River Tubing HD
– Arenal Volcano Hike Expedition HD
– Arenal Hanging Bridges Nature History Walk HD
– Lake Arenal kayaking. HD
– ATV Discovery Adventure. 2 hours ATV drive. HD
– Sky Tram & Sky Walk in the Hanging Bridges at Sky Adventure Park. HD
– Sky Tram & Sky Trek Zipline Canopy Tour at Sky Adventure Park. HD
– Safari Adventure Raft at Peñas Blancas River. HD
– Sarapiqui White Water Rafting Class II-III HD
– Lake Arenal Pedal Board. HD
– Arenal National Park Nature Walk HD
Afternoon: Free time. Lunch and dinner not included.
Day 6. MONTEVERDE BY VAN – BOAT – VAN (B). After breakfast, you will start the trip to the next destination: Monteverde. The van and boat trip is not a usual tour but feels like one. It is an alternative transportation method if you want to quickly travel from Arenal to Monteverde or backwards. This trip starts in La Fortuna and after a short jeep trajectory you will get to the Arenal Lake where a boat will take you to Chiquito River. From the boat you will be able to admire beautiful scenarios including the impressive view of the Arenal Volcano. In Chiquito River a jeep will take you to Monteverde. This transportation service saves time, and it is very pleasant. Once at Monteverde, hotel check in and free time.
Day 7. FREESTAYLE DAY IN MONTEVERDE. (B). Customize your vacation with the included adventure of your choice. Please select one. This option will be added to your final itinerary.
– Sky Tram & Sky Trek Zipline Canopy Tour at Sky Adventure Park. HD
– Sky Tram & Sky Walk in the Hanging Bridges at Sky Adventure Park. HD
– Monteverde Horseback Riding. Cloud Forest & Farms HD
– Don Juan coffee, Chocolate, Coffee and Sugar Cane Tour HD
– Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve Nature History Walk. HD
– Monteverde Nature History Night Walk HD
– Cloud Forest Nature Walk at Curi Cancha Reserve HD
– Sunset Experience and Night Walk. HD
– Organic Coffee Farm Cultural Experience HD
– Monteverde Mountain Bike Adventure HD
– Nature History Walk at Santa Elena Reserve HD
– Monteverde Cloud Forest Birdwatching. Early morning tour. HD
– Horseback Rinding to a Hidden Thermal Pool in the Cloud Forest. HD
– Zipline Bike at El Tigre Waterfalls. A Biking experience on the treetops. HD
Afternoon: free time. Lunch and dinner not included.
Day 8. MONTEVERDE – MANUEL ANTONIO (B). During the morning, land transfer to Manuel Antonio National Park on the Central Pacific Coast. Upon arrival, hotel check in and free time for enjoy the swimming pool or visit the beach.
Day 9. FREESTAYLE DAY IN MANUEL ANTONIO. (B). Customize your vacation with the included adventure of your choice. Please select one. This option will be added to your final itinerary. Note: Some options are half day, others full day with lunch included.
– Whitewater Rafting Tour at Savegre or Naranjo River FD
– Manuel Antonio National Park Nature History Walk. HD
– Canopy Safari (Adventure Zipline Canopy Tour plus several ecological attractions). FD
– Mangrove Kayaking tour in Damas Island. A peaceful and wildlife tour HD
– Isla Damas Mangrove by Boat. An ecological and wildlife experience. HD
– Mountain Horseback riding. Explore the rainforest and farms with gentle horses. HD
– Ocean King Catamaran Cruise. HD
– Night Walk Jungle Tour HD
– Ocean Kayaking & Snorkeling HD
– ATV Tour single rider HD
– Surfing Classes at Manuel Antonio Beach HD
– Chocolate Tour HD
Day 10. MANUEL ANTONIO (B). Free time at leisure.
Day 11. MANUEL ANTONIO – SAN JOSE (B). During the morning, a great opportunity for explore the surroundings on your own and enjoy the beach. After lunch, land transfer to San Jose. Hotel check in and free time. Don´t miss to visit the gastronomical food markers and vibrant bars of San Jose.
Day 12. TRANSFER OUT. (B) Transfer to the International Airport accordingly with your scheduled flight and Goodbye.
WHATS TO BRING: Hiking Shoes, Bathing Suit, Binoculars, Camera, Beach Sandals, Suntan Lotion, Hat, Mosquito Repellent.
INCLUDE: 11 nights lodging in high quality Hotels, all land transportation within Costa Rica, all airport/ hotel transfers on scheduled arrival/ departures dates only, specified meals, specified tours and taxes.
NOT INCLUDED: International air fare, airport departure taxes, meals not specified in the itinerary, alcoholic beverages, personal equipment, extras in hotels (laundry, phone calls, and room service), gratuities, or costs associated with changes in your itinerary for reasons beyond our control.
RATE OPTIONS FOR THIS PACKAGE: All our Vacation Costa Rica packages are quoted according to our clients budged preferences in 3 categories. Silver, Gold or Platinum. Minimum 2 people.
SILVER PACKAGE | GOLD PACKAGE | PLATINUM PACKAGE |
Includes 3 Star Hotels Shuttle Bus Transfers |
Includes 4 Star Hotels Shuttle Bus & Private Transfers |
Includes 5 Star Hotels Private Transfers |
Rate per Person: $2.700 | Rate per Person: $3.475 | Rate per Person: $5.125 |
NOTES:
*Minimum 2 people for reserve a vacation package. |
HOTELS WE CAN INCLUDE IN YOUR PROGRAM ACCORDING WITH SELECTED CATEGORY *In case an option is not available, a similar one will be selected |
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AREA | SILVER PACKAGE | GOLD PACKAGE | PLATINUM PACKAGE |
San Jose | Sleep Inn Park InnAutentico |
Crown Plaza
Radisson |
Intercontinental Hilton SabanaSheraton |
Tortuguero | Pachira Lodge
Evergreen Lodge Angina Lodge |
Pachira Lodge
Evergreen Lodge Angina Lodge |
Pachira Lodge
Evergreen Lodge Angina Lodge |
Arenal | Monte Real
San Bosco La Pradera |
Arenal Paraiso Arenal Volcano InnMagic Mountain |
Arenal Kioro Royal Corin Arenal Manoa |
Monteverde | MV Country Lodge
Claro de Luna Calathea Lodge |
Trapp Lodge HeliconiaSibu Lodge |
El Establo Cloud Forest LodgeKoora |
Manuel Antonio | Karahe Divisamar Espadilla Gardens |
Costa Verde Villas LirioEspadilla |
La Mariposa
El Parador |
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IMPORTANT NOTES:
HOW TO RESERVE THIS PACKAGE: Please send an email to info@vacationpackagescostarica.com indicating: Number of passengers adults, children and ages, travel dates and selected category (Silver, Gold or Platinum)
DEPOSIT AND FINAL PAYMENTS: Once you confirm your package selection, we will send a confirmation form and request a 20% deposit. The Balance must be paid 45 days before the arrival date.
SHUTTLE BUS SERVICE: The shuttle bus is a service where a maximum of 6-7 passengers travel in the same vehicle and to the same destination. By this way, we reduce the price of the transfer service and can arrange more economical packages. The service is very good, door to door, with recent model vehicles, full insured and A/C.
PRIVATE TRANSFERS: Exclusive VIP service. Door to Door in deluxe Mini van or vehicle. Recent model vehicles, full insured and A/C.
TRAVEL DATES: You select the best date for you. All our options are available all year around and we just need your travel dates in order to check the hotel’s availability and arrange it.
HOW BIG THE GROUPS ARE: Our vacations are operated in an independent basis and you will not travel as part of a group unless you are part of a group. However, during the transfers and Daily Tours you will travel with other tourist we might have for that particular activity or service.
CAN I CUSTOMIZE A PACKAGE: Yes, you can use our packages as a base and make any change on it. We are very flexible. If these packages do not fit on your desired vacation, just send an email to us and we can prepare a new option for you.
AIRFARE IS NOT INCLUDED: All our options include the Land Portion only. Airfare must be on your own and indicate your arrival and departure dates to us in order to arrange the hotel’s bookings.
HOTEL CATEGORIES: All the hotels used by Greenway Tours had been selected considering the best standards of quality and service. Our hotels are between 3 and 5 stars. All inspected by our company’s owners and managers to guarantee an excellent service. At least 50% of our lodging contractors had been certified as Green Companies by the Costa Rican Tourist Board (Certification in Sustainable Tourism CST).
AIRPORT TRANSFERS: All our packages include Airport – Hotel – Airport Transfers with a professional bilingual tour guide upon your flight arrival.
VOUCHERS & WECOME KIT: During the transfer service to your hotel, our tour guide will provide general information about your tour and give you a welcome kit with all the vouchers and documents you will need for your trip.
FAST AND EASY COMMUNICATION WITH US: We highly recommend the use of the App WhatsApp. This is a very well-known and free communication system. If you already use it, great. Let´s get connected. If not, we invite you to download it in your phone and start using it. Our number in Costa Rica is +(506)8530-2973.
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Destination
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Departure
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Return Time
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Dress Code
Hiking Shoes, Bathing Suit, Binoculars, Camera, Beach Sandals, Suntan Lotion, Hat, Mosquito Repellent.
Tour Plan
Day 1 - Welcome to Costa Rica
- Meet & Great at San Jose Airport
- Transfer to Hotel
Day 2 - San Jose to Tortuguero
- Pick up at your hotel. Meet & Great by our tour guide. Transfer by land and boat to Tortuguero National Park. Check in at Pachira Lodge. Tour to Tortuguero Town.
Day 3 - Tortuguero National Park
- Breakfast at the lodge. Morning tour to Tortuguero National Park. Boat tour along the natural canals with a naturalist tour guide. Afternoon free time
Day 4 - Tortuguero to Arenal Volcano
- Breakfast at the Lodge. Hotel Check Out and transfer to Arenal by boat and bus. Arrival to Arenal by midafternoon. Free time for enjoy the area on your own.
Day 5 - Arenal Volcano
- Time to explore Arenal area and enjoy the day with the selected tour of your preference included in your package.
Day 6 - Arenal Volcano to Monteverde
- Enjoy a Transfer-Tour to Monteverde crossing the Arenal´s Lake by Van and Boat. Upon arrival in Monteverde, hotel check in and free time for enjoy the area on your own.
Day 7 - Monteverde
- Time to explore Monteverde area and enjoy the day with the selected tour of your preference included in your package.
Day 8 - Monteverde to Manuel Antonio
- Enjoy a pleasant and sightseeing transfer to Manuel Antonio. Upon arrival, check in at your hotel. Free time for discover the city on your own.
Day 9 & 10 - Manuel Antonio
- Time to explore Manuel Antonio area and enjoy the day with the selected tour of your preference included in your package.
- Free day for enjoy the beach, explore the town on your own or enjoy the hotel´s swimming pool.
Day 11 - Manuel Antonio to San Jose
- Enjoy a pleasant and sightseeing drive to San Jose. Upon arrival, check in at your hotel. Free time for discover the city on your own.
Day 12 - Transfers to International Airport.
- Time to say good bye. Have a safe and pleasant journey back to home.