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Itinerary

Tour Itinerary

Get back to the garden with an escape to Costa Rica’s natural paradise. From heart-stirring suspension bridges through rainforest canopies to the lava trails emerging from the depths of the earth. See Arenal Volcano and explore the wild places where pumas and jaguars prowl. Look skyward to spot the hundreds of multi-hued birds, butterflies, and a dizzying diversity of wildlife in the Monteverde Cloud Forest. Find your head in the clouds in a primeval forest blessed by trade winds, rain, and fog by day, and unfettered stars above by night. Go where monkeys and macaws make your day with mischief and count yourself charmed to see some of the 160-plus reptile species—from tiny amphibians to titan snakes. Get civilized too, with visits to an artisan village and a tour of Costa Rica’s largest city and cultural capital of San José.

Countries Visited

Costa Rica

Cities Visited

Arenal , Monteverde , San Jose

  1. Day 1
    ARRIVE IN SAN JOSÉ, COSTA RICA
    Welcome to San José!
    Meet your Tour Director at your hotel.

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  2. Day 2
    SAN JOSÉ–ARENAL
    Lava Love
    Depart on a scenic drive past banana groves and pineapple and sugar cane fields en route to Arenal. Visit to La Fortuna Village in the shadow of mighty Arenal Volcano (currently dormant but known for consistent lava flows before 2010). Arenal is home to cascading waterfalls, thriving rainforests, abundant wildlife, and a wealth of outdoor activities with nearby nature trails and 400-year-old trees. Watch for frogs, monkeys, birds, and native wildlife. (B)

    TOUR HIGHLIGHT
    WONDERS OF NATURE For 42 years, Arenal Volcano was Costa Rica’s most active volcano until 2010 when entered a passive phase. This area is one of the most bio-diverse areas in the world and is home to more than 850 species of birds and other wildlife. Time here can be spent hiking the trails around the volcano or relaxing in the many thermal hot springs.


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    Meals:   Breakfast
  3. Day 3
    ARENAL
    Bird’s Eye View
    Today, take a guided excursion with your Naturalist to Arenal Hanging Bridges. Explore the jungle canopy atop 15 bridges suspended in the treetops to see various species of plants, birds, butterflies, monkeys, sloths, and other local wildlife. On a clear day, get a 360-degree view of the tropical rainforest and stunning views of Arenal Volcano. Free time the remainder of the day. (B)

    TOUR HIGHLIGHT
    PICTURE PERFECT Explore the rainforest from a bird’s-eye perspective high above the jungle floor from the Arenal Hanging Bridges. This Naturalist-guided tour introduces you to the flora and fauna of the Costa Rican rainforest. With some bridges spanning over 700 feet long and 200 feet high, this is truly a unique way to admire the forest canopy.


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    Meals:   Breakfast
  4. Day 4
    ARENAL–MONTEVERDE
    Heads in the Clouds
    This morning, depart Arenal on scenic drive to Monteverde for the next two nights. Arrive in the cloud forest of Monteverde, situated on the continental divide under misty cloud coverage in one of the world’s most bio-diverse areas. Enjoy an afternoon and evening at leisure. (B)

    TOUR HIGHLIGHT
    WILD & WONDERFUL Explore Monteverde Cloud Forest, home to over 3,000 species of plants, 400 species of birds, 60 species of bats, 1,200 species of amphibians, and 700 species of butterflies in one of the last remaining natural habitats of all six Costa Rica wildcat species—ocelots, jaguars, jaguarundi, pumas, oncillas, and marguays. Perhaps you’ll catch a glimpse of one of Costa Rica’s most beautiful birds, the resplendent quetzal.


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    Meals:   Breakfast
  5. Day 5
    MONTEVERDE
    Creatures of the Cloud Forest
    This morning, take a Naturalist guided walking tour of Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserve home to forest fauna such as sloths, jaguars, ocelots, monkeys, coatis, and numerous species of birds. With almost 100% humidity throughout the year, the cloud forest experiences almost 12 feet of rain per year. Free time this afternoon. (B)

    TOUR HIGHLIGHT
    PARADISE FOUND This unique, high-elevation ecosystem of Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserve is constantly enveloped in moisture-rich clouds formed from the warm winds from the Atlantic Ocean as they sweep over the Continental Divide, creating one of the most bio-diverse and rich ecosystems in the world. Prolific in many animal and plant species, this is a nature lover’s paradise.


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    Meals:   Breakfast
  6. Day 6
    MONTEVERDE–SARCHI–SAN JOSÉ
    Artistry & Drama
    En route to San José, visit Sarchi Village, the hub of Costa Rican craftsmanship, and see the artists in their workshops making their famous ox carts. Upon arrival in San José, a guided city orientation introduces downtown San José includes the historic National Theater and the Metropolitan Cathedral. (B)

    TOUR HIGHLIGHT
    CULTURE & TRADITION Visit the local village of Sarchi and see firsthand how the traditional ox carts are hand-painted. Once used to transport coffee and sugarcane, these are now pieces of art with intricate designs.


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    Meals:   Breakfast
  7. Day 7
    SAN JOSÉ
    Adios y Gracias, San José!
    Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)

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    Meals:   Breakfast

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Small Group Discoveries
Globus offers Small-Group Discoveries on all South America tour dates. A Small-Group Discovery is limited to an average of just 20 guests per departure. There’s always room to roam with extra space between you and other travelers—while still getting up close and personal to the experiences you’ve been dreaming of. Small-Group Discoveries include all the features of a traditional Globus escorted tour, complete with expert Tour Director, Driver, and Local Guides who ensure that your health and safety is our top priority. A Small-Group Discovery trip is the perfectly sized tour—without the crowds.

Maximum elevation on tour is 9,000 ft.
Meals:
Breakfast daily

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Accommodations

All Escapes by Globus tours and departures are excluded from the following Globus discounts: Book Early & Save, Welcome Back Credit, Second Tour discount and Small Group discount.

Gratuities for Tour Director and drivers are available for pre-purchase.

San Jose: Park Inn Radisson
The Park Inn Radisson is conveniently located in the heart of San Jose within walking distance of the well-known Paseo Colon, the city's main avenue. The hotel features 117 comfortable guestrooms equipped with complimentary wireless internet, outdoor pool, and on-site bar and grill.
Address:
Ave 6, Street 28
San Jose , Costa Rica
Arenal: Magic Mountain Hotel
This colonial-modern hotel facing Arenal Volcano offers panoramic views and is surrounded by lush foliage. Facilities include an outdoor pool, Jacuzzi, restaurant with international cuisine, sports bar, and relaxing spa. Air-conditioned rooms feature a balcony or terrace with views of the volcano, in-room safe, cable television, and wireless internet access.
Address:
La Fortuna de San Carlos
Arenal , Costa Rica
Monteverde: Monteverde Country Lodge
The hotel maintains the essence of traditional rustic lodging while assuring guests maximum comfort. Guestrooms feature complementary Wi-Fi, cable TV, in-room safe, private bathroom, and daily housekeeping.
Address:
300 Mts Sureste de la Escuela de Cerro Plano
Santa Elena , Costa Rica

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Questions & Answers

Question: How many hours are we in the bus/van?

The longest bus ride will be from Arenal Volcano back to San Jose which will take approximately 3 hours. The tour coach will make frequent stops, including one in Sarchi Village, to make the long drive more enjoyable.

Question: Are meals included

A daily breakfast is included on this trip.

Question: How many suitcases can I take with me on my trip?

Each person is allowed one "check-in," and one "carry-on." Remember to take all valuables with you as "carry-on", because electronic equipment, cameras, laptops, jewelry, business documents and money are not covered by the airlines' liability, so always carry them aboard with you.

Question: Is Airfare Included in the Price?

Airfare from your point of origin to and from the trip is not included in the land price.

Customer Reviews

Overall Rating
4.2
Accommodations
4.1
Itinerary
4.1
Professional Staff
4.3
Repeat with Operator
4.6
Value for Money
4.1

Ratings based off 9 reviews - currently showing 4 reviews with comments only

Excellent trip. Only 24 people so it was manageable. Very relaxed tour. Another quality Globus production.

The accommodations at Monteverde could have been a little more upgraded.

The description suggested that the group would stay in areas with many hiking trails. The hotels - all excellent - were in busier areas, although not too far from a few hiking trails. In all, a good experience.

This was an excellent tour. We saw more than we expected and the Globus staff were excellent!

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