Costa Rica Express - 7 days

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7 daysDuration

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18 - 80 yearsAge range for participants

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Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.

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San Jose, Costa Rica

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Highlights

Tortuguero National Park - Head to the Caribbean Coast to explore Costa Rica's 'little Amazon'! Take a boat tour along the canals and spot wildlife in the lush rainforest

Arenal Volcano National Park - Hike along a volcanic stone path to Arenal's best viewpoint and see a wide variety of flora and fauna trekking through primary rainforest

Manuel Antonio National Park - Go in search of rainforest wildlife with a naturalist guide in this spectacular national park and relax on the beautiful beach

San Jose - Independently explore Costa Rica's cosmopolitan capital

Itinerary

Short on time but big on adventure? The Costa Rica Express 7-day trip is designed for travelers eager to experience the country’s highlights in just one week. From charming San Jose, explore Tortuguero National Park—Costa Rica’s ‘Little Amazon’—and the iconic Arenal Volcano in La Fortuna. Finish on the sun-drenched beaches of Manuel Antonio, where coastal jungle meets turquoise sea. This tour’s USP is its efficient itinerary, packing abundant wildlife, rainforest, volcano, and beach experiences into one seamless package, ideal for experienced travelers and seniors seeking nature without the rush.

day 1San Jose

At San Jose international airport you will be met by our tour director, transferred to your hotel and given information about your tour. The rest of the day is free to explore San Jose or just to relax in the hotel. If you'd like a guided tour of the capital, this can be arranged upon request.

OverNight

San Jose

day 2Tortuguero

day 3Tortuguero National Park

day 4Arenal Volcano National Park

days 5-6Manuel Antonio

day 7San Jose

What's Included

Accommodation

5 nights 4 star hotels and 1 night 3 star lodge in Tortuguero

Meals

Breakfast daily, 2 lunches and 1 dinner

Transport

Private airport arrival and departure transferTourist shuttle transfers: San Jose - Tortuguero - La Fortuna - Manuel Antonio (shared transportation, with other travellers)

Others

Tortuguero nature walk and boat tour of Tortuguero NP (shared excursions, with other travellers)Arenal Volcano National Park tour (shared excursion, with other travellers)Manuel Antonio National Park nature walk (shared excursion, with other travellers)Services of English-speaking guides for all included excursions

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