13 Day Classic Costa Rica with Tortuguero & Manuel Antonio
Tour Operator:
Tour Code:
CR-13DCLACRT
Start City:
San Jose
End City:
San Jose
Tour Style:
Tour Quality:
First Class
Tour Length:
13 days
Dates & Prices
Please Note: Land Price does not include airfare, departure or arrival transfers, airline taxes and fuel surcharges.
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| Thursday, Aug 10, 2023 | Tuesday, Aug 22, 2023 | Get Quote | |||
| Thursday, Aug 24, 2023 | Tuesday, Sep 05, 2023 | Get Quote | |||
| Thursday, Aug 31, 2023 | Tuesday, Sep 12, 2023 | Get Quote | |||
| Thursday, Sep 07, 2023 | Tuesday, Sep 19, 2023 | Get Quote | |||
| Thursday, Sep 14, 2023 | Tuesday, Sep 26, 2023 | Get Quote | |||
| Thursday, Sep 21, 2023 | Tuesday, Oct 03, 2023 | Get Quote | |||
| Thursday, Sep 28, 2023 | Tuesday, Oct 10, 2023 | Get Quote | |||
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| Thursday, Oct 26, 2023 | Tuesday, Nov 07, 2023 | Get Quote | |||
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Tour Itinerary
Arenal , Manuel Antonio , Monteverde , San Jose , Tortuguero
DAY 1, Thursday - Depart for Costa Rica
Depart for Costa Rica. Arrive in San Jose and transfer to your hotel. Rest, relax and get ready for your adventure in eco-rich Costa Rica, often called "Pura Vida" - the country with a relaxing and happy lifestyle
Overnight: San Jose
DAY 2, Friday - Travel to Tortuguero
Depart San Jose this morning traveling east to the shores of the Caribbean coast. See the lush vegetation along with acres of banana plantations. At a nearby port, board a motor launch that takes you to the canals in the heart of the Costa Rican jungle. Arrive at the lodge in Tortuguero in time for lunch. After lunch, drive to the village for a walking tour. Here, you learn about the significant conservation efforts developed to protect sea turtles that come to nest here each year. Tonight, meet with your Tour Manager before dinner at the lodge
Overnight: Tortuguero
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 3, Saturday - Full Day in Tortuguero
Awaken this morning to the sounds of the jungle. Acquaint yourself with the many tree and insect species of Costa Rica on an easy guided hike through trails in the nearby rainforest. After lunch, a boat takes you through remote unspoiled sections of the park's waterways on the winding canals where you're likely to see turtles, caimans, monkeys, and many colorful tropical birds. Dinner together is at the lodge
Overnight: Tortuguero
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 4, Sunday - Travel to San Jose
Travel by motor launch and motor coach this morning back to San Jose. Along the way, stop for lunch at a local restaurant. Take the afternoon to independently explore the city
Overnight: San Jose
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 5, Monday - Travel to Arenal
Morning departure for Arenal, enjoying the views of coffee and sugarcane plantations along the way. En route stop in Sarchi, an artisan town, where traditional colorful oxcarts and souvenirs can be found. Later this evening, attend an orientation meeting with your Tour Manager and fellow travelers, followed by dinner
Overnight: Arenal
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 6, Tuesday - Cano Negro
Spend the day on a boat tour down the Rio Frio, and learn about the flora and fauna endemic to the area. Tonight, enjoy an optional evening at the renowned Eco Termales Hot Springs that includes dinner
Optional: EcoTermales Hot Springs with Dinner (PM)
Overnight: Arenal
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 7, Wednesday - Arenal National Park, Travel to Monteverde
In the morning, embark on a brisk two mile hike on a paved trail in Arenal National Park to learn more about the flora and fauna of the area. At the end of the trail, admire panoramic views of the volcano from a lookout tower before continuing to Monteverde. Tonight, go behind-the-scenes on the optional Brewery Tour to discover the hidden world of Monteverde's craft beer, followed by dinner in the brewpub
Optional: Monteverde Brewery Tour with Dinner
Overnight: Monteverde
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 8, Thursday - Full Day in Monteverde
Spend the morning at leisure, or choose to participate in one of the optional tours* including the Selvatura Canopy and Hanging Bridges adventures. This afternoon enjoy lunch and a tour of a traditional Costa Rican coffee farm. Learn about how one of Costa Rica's top exports is grown in this tropical region and its importance in the socioeconomic development of the country. This evening, savor dinner in Monteverde
Optional: Selvatura Canopy Tour (AM)*
Optional: Selvatura Hanging Bridges (AM)*
Overnight: Monteverde
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner*Passengers can participate in both optional tours if desired
DAY 9, Friday - Travel to Manuel Antonio
Drive along the shores of the striking Pacific Coast to Manuel Antonio National Park, one of the most beautiful places in the country with an exotic combination of exquisite beaches and an exuberant tropical forest. Travel through the scenic mountains to the ocean's shores - it's not unusual here to see iguanas and white-faced monkeys on the beach! Arrive in the bustling town of Jaco, a surfer's paradise, for free time to stroll and perhaps sample some of the local cuisine for lunch. Afterwards, continue to Manuel Antonio. The rest of the day is at leisure to enjoy all of the delights of this popular beach area. In town tonight, you're sure to find great food, music, trendy bars and lots of activity
Overnight: Manuel Antonio
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 10, Saturday - Full Day in Manuel Antonio
Relax at the beach while savoring the tropical surroundings. Consider joining the optional Catamaran Cruise that sails along the coast with views of the wildlife and vegetation. Time at Biesanz Beach for snorkeling while you have up-close sightings of colorful tropical fish
Optional: Manuel Antonio Catamaran Cruise (AM)*
Overnight: Manuel Antonio
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 11, Sunday - Manuel Antonio National Park Tour
Today, tour Manuel Antonio National Park. Your Tour Manager will lead you through the paths of this tropical paradise with opportunity to discover the mangrove swamps. Observe several species of monkeys, iguanas, and birds and possibly even the three-toed sloth. Spend the rest of the day at leisure before dinner tonight
Overnight: Manuel Antonio
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 12, Monday - Travel to San Jose
Today, travel back to San Jose stopping in Maravillas de Costa Rica to shop for local crafts and souvenirs. Take a city tour of San Jose before dinner
Overnight: San Jose
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 13, Tuesday - Depart Costa Rica
Transfer to the airport for your departure flight
Meals: Breakfast
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†Transfers are available for purchase for land only or on alternative flight dates
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Optional tours and gratuities.
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Crowne Plaza San Jose Corobici
This first class hotel is located in the city of San Jose and is a short walk away from La Sabana Park.
Hotel Evergreen
This tourist class hotel is located nearby Tortuguero National Park.
Crowne Plaza San Jose Corobici
This first class hotel is located in the city of San Jose and is a short walk away from La Sabana Park.
Tilajari Resort
This tourist class hotel is set amidst tropical gardens in the lush San Carlos Valley.
El Establo Hotel
This first class hotel is famous around the world for its rich flora and fauna, where six different ecological systems converge. El Establo is a Quaker / Costa Rican family owned lodge, situated on 150 acres of tropical forest.
Shana By The Beach - Hotel Residence & Spa
This first class hotel overlooks the Pacific Ocean.
Hotel Villas Lirio
This tourist class hotel is a short ride away from Manuel Antonio National Park.
Hotel Villas Lirio
This tourist class hotel is a short ride away from Manuel Antonio National Park.
Crowne Plaza San Jose Corobici
This first class hotel is located in the city of San Jose and is a short walk away from La Sabana Park.
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