About the tour
Tour Type
Private
Max Group Size
30
Age Requirement
6 - 99 yrs
Operated In
English
Physical Rating
RelaxedMinimal physical effort, perfect for travelers seeking an easy-going experience.
Starts
Ends
San Jose, Costa Rica
San Jose, Costa Rica
Itinerary
Experience the best of Costa Rica at your own pace with the Magic Costa Rica 9 Days, Self-drive tour. Tailored for seniors seeking relaxed adventure, this self-guided journey begins and ends in San Jose and showcases highlights like the iconic Arenal Volcano National Park and the sun-drenched beaches of Tamarindo. Enjoy the freedom and comfort of a rental car, allowing you to explore Guanacaste province’s treasures at your leisure. The standout feature of this tour package is the self-drive flexibility, letting you discover Costa Rica’s beauty on your terms while benefiting from pre-arranged accommodations and local insights.
Day 1Arrival San Jose
Day 2San Jose – Tortuguero (135km – 4 Hrs By Road / 2 Hrs By Boat)
Day 3Tortuguero National Park
Day 4Tortuguero (car Pick-up) – Arenal (210km – 5 Hrs By Road / 2 Hrs By Boat)
Day 5Arenal
Day 6Arenal – Guanacaste/tamarindo (200km – 4 Hrs)
Day 7Tamarindo
Day 8Tamarindo – San Jose (260km – 4.5hrs)
Day 9Departure San Jose Airport (car Drop Off)
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Accommodation
8 night's accommodationHotel TaxesHotel Category A = Hotel Autentico or similar 3*Hotel Category B = Park Inn or similar 4*Hotel Category C = Hilton Garden Inn or similar 3*Hotel Category D = Hilton Sabana or similar 3*Hotel Category A, B = Turtle Beach Lodge or similar (Lodge Standard)Hotel Category C = Mawamba Lodge or similar (Lodge Standard)Hotel Category D = Manatus Lodge or similar (Lodge Standard)Hotel Category A = Magic Mountain or similar 4*Hotel Category B = Arenal Paraiso or similar 3*Hotel Category C = Arenal Manoa or similar 4*Hotel Category D = Arenal Kioro or similar 5*Hotel Category A = Hotel Pasatiempo or similar 3*Hotel Category B = Tamarindo Diria or similar 4*Hotel Category C = Cala Luna or similar 4*Hotel Category D = Capitan Suizo or similar 4*
Meals
8 Breakfasts2 Dinners (Day 2, 3)
Others
3 Lunches (Day 2, 3, 4)Arrival shared transfers from Juan Santamaria AirportShared transfers between areas throughout the itinerary (land and boat) except during self-drive partAll entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary: guided boat tour in Tortuguero National Park (Day 3)Meet & Greet4x4 Car rental from day 4Car delivery (Day 4)Car return at the airport (Day 9)GPSDaily Basic InsuranceCar Group B = Suzuki Vitara 4x4 or similar
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