7 Day Affordable Costa Rica
- Round trip flights Miami San Jose
Other departure cities available. Click on date of departure for selection and prices - Airline fuel surcharges
- 6 nights accommodations in your choice of hotels
- 2 nights San Jose
- 2 nights Arenal
- 2 nights Monteverde
- All transfers
- Breakfast daily
- Sightseeing per itinerary in a modern air conditioned motor coach
- Services of English speaking tour manager throughout
- Entrance fees per itinerary
Special Features
- Visit to a local elementary school
- Visit to artisan town of Sarchi
About Your Trip
Experience pura vida, the Costa Rican concept of enjoying life slowly, on this escorted package. From the stunning Arenal Volcano to the artisan town of San Jose, see the varied landscapes of a country that is roughly 25% protected national parks.
Optional tours such as a Penas Blancas Safari Boat Tour, a visit to Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserve, and a zipline adventure through the canopy of the rainforest, are provided to enhance your journey.
A perfect destination for nature lovers as well as those looking to simply relax, Costa Rica invites you to roam lush rainforests as you discover the essence of pura vida for yourself.
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- Tour Operator
- Gate 1 Travel
- Offer
- Offer valid through 7/31/2010
- Duration
- 7 Days
- Escorted
- Escorted - Yes
| Day | Destination | Description |
| Day 1 | Depart the USA/San Jose | Depart the USA for Costa Rica. Arrive in San Jose and transfer to your hotel. Balance of the day at leisure. This evening, enjoy a welcome drink and orientation with your Tour Manager Overnight: San Jose |
| Day 2 | Visit to a Local Elementary School en Route to Arenal | Depart San Jose for Arenal, home to some of the world's most fascinating ecological tours. Stop for a photo opportunity in the charming village of Zarcero where you can see the Zarcero Park and Church. Later, visit a local elementary school for an opportunity to catch a glimpse of the Costa Rican School System. Enjoy a serenade by school children before proceeding to the Arenal region, famous for its volcano and lake. Enjoy views of the conical Arenal Volcano, Costa Rica's youngest and most active volcano, as well as the surrounding hot springs. Please Note: During school vacations, the visit to a local elementary school will be replaced with the opportunity to plant a tree Overnight: Arenal Meals: Breakfast |
| Day 3 | Arenal | Enjoy a full day at leisure in Arenal. Here, take in the spectacular natural scenery and take a tour or go on a hike for an opportunity to spot some of the native wildlife Optional: Arenal Volcano National Park (AM) Optional: Penas Blancas Safari Boat Tour (PM) Optional: Dinner in Local Arenal Restaurant Overnight: Arenal Meals: Breakfast |
| Day 4 | Travel to Monteverde and Visit CASEM | In the morning, embark for Monteverde (Green Mountain) via coach and enjoy the beautiful scenery along the way. Upon arrival, visit CASEM, a co op of local artisans whose vision is reflective of Costa Rica's natural landscapes. Balance of the day is at leisure Optional: Monteverde Trapiche Tour (PM) Overnight: Monteverde Meals: Breakfast |
| Day 5 | Monteverde | Enjoy a day at leisure in Monteverde. The stunning Cloud Forest boasts an extraordinarily diverse ecosystem, being home to 120 species of reptiles and amphibians, 130 species of mammals, and an astounding 500 species of birds, not to mention more than 3,000 species of plants Optional: Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserve (AM) Optional: Selvatura Canopy Tour (PM) Optional: Selvatura Hanging Bridges Tour (PM) Optional: Dinner in Local Monteverde Restaurant Overnight: Monteverde Meals: Breakfast |
| Day 6 | Visit Sarchi en Route to San Jose | Depart in the morning for San Jose with a stop en route in Sarchi, Costa Rica's most famous artisan town, where traditional colorful oxcarts and souvenirs can be found. Upon arriving in San Jose, transfer to hotel, the balance of the day is at leisure. Perhaps, explore the city independently and try one of over 50 restaurants, bars, night clubs, art galleries and museums Optional: Dinner in San Jose Overnight: San Jose Meals: Breakfast |
| Day 7 | Depart for the USA | Transfer to the airport for your departure flight. Please note: Plan B will transfer via hotel's complimentary shuttle. Plan A will transfer via escorted transfer Meals: Breakfast |
- Dates/Pricing
- Lodging
Casa Luna Lodge Hotel Montana Monteverde Best Western Irazu Hotel & Casino
- Disclaimer
*Not Included:
Airport taxes & fees, optional tours, and gratuities.
Additional Information:
Land only price does not include arrival/departure transfers.
