Costa Rica: A World Of Nature
San José, Parque Nacional Tortuguero, San Carlos, Lake Arenal, Arenal Volcano, Playa Herradura, Parque Nacional Manuel Antonio
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12 Days, Guided, 23 Meals
Prices reflect land-only rates.
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Overview
From thrilling water journeys to ethereal jungle expeditions, discover what "pura vida" means to you when you explore the essence of Costa Rica. Encounter an emerald wonderland, where trees climb high and animals roam free. Immerse yourself in nature when you spend 2 nights at a remote resort in San Carlos and 3 nights in the region of Arenal National Park. Sample fresh cacao during a visit to a local plantation. Give back to preservation efforts at a sea turtle research station in Tortuguero National Park. Embark on a crocodile safari in the jungle and a bird-watching cruise in the rainforest. Stand suspended over the rainforest floor as you journey across a network of hanging bridges. Hike the lava fields of Arenal Volcano or soar over jungle canopies on a zip line.
- DAYS 12 Days, Guided, 23 Meals
- MEALS 11 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 8 dinners
- 11 nights accommodation
- On some dates additional accommodations may be used
- Services of a tour manager
- All on-tour transportations and related fees
- Hotel-to-hotel baggage handling
- Round trip home to airport sedan provided when you purchase airfare through Member Choice Vacations. One transfer per person, per reservation. (Restrictions apply)
Notes: Itinerary featured is for May 2024 - April 2025 tour departures. Departures prior will vary. On some dates alternate hotels may be used. Pricing is per person, double occupancy, land only, based on November 5, 2024 travel date, Call AAA for current airfare rates and availability
Itinerary
Day 1 - San Jose, Costa Rica - Tour Begins
Day Stop
- San José Province, San José, Costa Rica
Hotel(s)
DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari Hotel, San Jose
Pura vida. In English, it translates to "the simple life." But pura vida is so much more: it's an attitude; a celebration of life in the moment. It's time to experience what pura vida means to you. You're on your way to explore a place that's unlike anywhere else in the world, where pura vida is an unofficial motto and a way of life. Welcome to the emerald of Central America: Costa Rica.
Day 2 - San Jose - Tortuguero National Park
Day 3 - Tortuguero National Park
Day 4 - Tortuguero National Park - San Carlos
Day 5 - San Carlos
Day 6 - San Carlos - Arenal
Day 7 - Arenal
Day 8 - Arenal
Day 9 - Arenal - Playa Herradura
Day 10 - Playa Herradura - Manuel Antonio National Park - Playa Herradura
Day 11 - Playa Herradura - Tárcoles - San Jose
Day 12 - San Jose - Tour Ends
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