San Jose Self-drive or vehicle rental Trips in 2025/2026

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Design your own personalized Self-drive or vehicle rental trip to San Jose with help from a local expert.

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San Jose Self-drive Or Vehicle Rental Tour: Treasures Of Costa Rica, Self-drive

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Treasures Of Costa Rica, Self-drive

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Enjoy the highlights of Costa Rica on this eight-day itinerary, including wonderful rainforests, volcano, cloud forests, tropical beaches and wildlife. This is a country of great natural beauty and every destination has something unique to offer. Whether you are watching the Arenal volcano whilst bathing in hot springs, walking in the canopy of Monteverde’s cloud forest or relaxing on the pristine beaches of Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica really is a nature lover's paradise.

Active and outdoor Beach

Tour Type

Private Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Lodge

Age Range

6-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

San Jose, Arenal Volcano Nationa

San Jose, Arenal Volcano National Park, Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Preserve, Manuel Antonio

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Duration8 days

From

USD 828

USD 683

Saving

USD 145

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San Jose Self-drive Or Vehicle Rental Tour: Beaches And Nature With Tambor, Self-drive

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Beaches And Nature With Tambor, Self-drive

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This comprehensive 15-day tour takes you to some of the most exotic and picturesque areas of the stunning country of Costa Rica. Relax on the sunny shores of Tambor as well as throughout the tour, enjoy an unforgettable excursion in Tortuguero, in a shared shuttle and boat, and take advantage of the freedom to choose optional excursions in the different destinations. From soft sandy beaches to fascinating cloud forests and vibrant volcanoes, this memorable tour will allow you to discover the real Costa Rica while experiencing its incredible wildlife and interesting culture.

Active and outdoor

Tour Type

Private Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Eco Lodge, Lodge, Resort

Age Range

6-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Liberia City, Tamarindo Beach, S

Liberia City, Tamarindo Beach, Sarapiqui, Arenal, Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Preserve, Samara Beach, Tambor Beach, San Jose, Tortuguero, Tortuguero National Park

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Duration15 days

From

USD 2,302

USD 1,898

Saving

USD 404

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San Jose Self-drive Or Vehicle Rental Tour: Volcanoes, Nature And Caribbean, Self-drive

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Volcanoes, Nature And Caribbean, Self-drive

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Explore Costa Rica´s spectacular nature, imposing volcanoes, and the pristine Caribbean beaches in this round-trip adventure that begins and ends in the capital city, San Jose. Enjoy nine days of memorable experiences, walking around Arenal Volcano National Park, discovering Tortuguero National Park, and relaxing on the Southern Caribbean Coast. Get to know a different side of Costa Rica, whose local population boasts Afro-Caribbean heritage. Explore the pristine beaches, hike through the emblematic rainforests, and admire the reef system during an unforgettable snorkelling tour. This journey is sure to impress, offering you memories to last a lifetime.

Active and outdoor

Tour Type

Private Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Eco Lodge, Lodge

Age Range

6-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

San Jose, Alajuela, Arenal, Aren

San Jose, Alajuela, Arenal, Arenal Volcano National Park, Tortuguero, Tortuguero National Park, Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, Cahuita National Park

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Duration9 days

From

USD 1,353

USD 1,116

Saving

USD 238

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Treasures Of Costa Rica, Self-drive

Beaches And Nature With Tambor, Self-drive

Volcanoes, Nature And Caribbean, Self-drive

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All San Jose Self-drive or vehicle rental Trips

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Design your own personalized Self-drive or vehicle rental trip to San Jose with help from a local expert.

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Treasures Of Costa Rica, Self-drive

Beaches And Nature With Tambor, Self-drive

Volcanoes, Nature And Caribbean, Self-drive