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Romantic Adventure In Costa Rica, Self-drive (on Request)

8 daysDuration
Private TourPrivate experience, no group joining
30 peopleMaximum group size
2 peopleMinimum to book
18 - 99 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
Moderate
Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.

Itinerary

Enjoy the highlights of Costa Rica on this eight-day itinerary, including wonderful sceneries to celebrate love: rainforests, volcanoes, romantic getaways, tropical jungles and pristine beaches. This is a country of great natural beauty and every destination has something unique to offer. Costa Rica really is a nature paradise for lovers.

day 1 - Arrival San Jose (18km – 30min)

Welcome to Costa Rica. A local representative will greet you and assist you at the airport. Private transfer from the airport to the hotel in San Jose. Check-in at the hotel and then enjoy leisure time to refresh, relax and get comfortable at your hotel room. Explore by your own the city and its surroundings. 

Overnight at San Jose.

day 2 - San Jose – Pacuare (120km – 3hrs)

Early check-out from the hotel. Around 7:00 am a local representative will pick you up at the hotel lobby and take you on a shared transfer to your next destination: the exciting Pacuare River. Breakfast on the way. Arrival to the Operations Centre and after basic safety training on the riverbank, you'll embark on an exciting 1.5-hour river rafting trip over class II-III rapids to the Lodge. Upon arrival, around noon, check-in at the Lodge in Pacuare, enjoy lunch and get comfortable at your room. Free time to discover the natural surroundings. At night, dinner included. 
Overnight in Pacuare.

day 3 - Pacuare

Breakfast at the Lodge. Leisure day to explore the nature trails of the Lodge, enjoy some birdwatching in the morning, learning about sustainability practices, enjoy the Lodge facilities and fall in love with nature. Lunch and dinner included. 
Overnight in Pacuare.

day 4 - Pacuare – Arenal (180km – 4hrs) / Car Hire Delivery

Breakfast at the Lodge. After breakfast, check-out and depart by raft for a fun-filled day of white-water rafting (approx. 3.5 hours over class III-IV rapids) on the Pacuare River’s most impressive section. You’ll float through lush canyons past pristine rainforest, crystalline waterfalls, and an array of tropical birds. A deli-style lunch will be served on the riverbank along the way, and you’ll be able to change into dry clothes at a private facility. Then a local car rental representative will meet you at the restaurant and deliver you the rented vehicle and all the information regarding the contract. Afterwards, self-drive to your next destination: La Fortuna de San Carlos, home of the wonderful Arenal Volcano. Upon arrival, check-in at the hotel in Arenal. Enjoy free time to relax at the resort facilities.
Overnight in Arenal.

day 5 - Arenal

Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy leisure time to simply relax at the thermal hot springs of the hotel or explore Arenal region on your own. 

Overnight in Arenal.

day 6 - Arenal – Manuel Antonio (230km – 5hrs)

Breakfast at the hotel & check-out. At a convenient time, self-drive to Manuel Antonio beach, located in the Central Pacific Coast. Upon arrival, check-in at the hotel in Manuel Antonio and relax at the hotel facilities or the beach.
Overnight in Manuel Antonio.

day 7 - Manuel Antonio

Breakfast at the hotel and leisure day to enjoy the beach or go to explore the natural treasures of Manuel Antonio National Park on your own. 

Overnight in Manuel Antonio.

day 8 - Departure Manuel Antonio (155km – 4.5hrs) / Car Hire Drop-off

Breakfast at the hotel and check-out. At a convenient time, self-drive to the office of the Car Rental Company to return the vehicle, then, a shared shuttle will take you to Juan Santamaria International Airport to take your flight back home. 

Romantic Adventure In Costa Rica, Self-drive (on Request)

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What's Included

Accommodation
Superior Hotel Category: Arenal Springs Resort & Spa or similar 4*Superior Hotel Category: Parador Resort & Spa or similar 4*7 nights' accommodationHotel Taxes
Meals
7 Breakfasts2 Dinners (Day 2-3)
Transport
Car drop-off at Car Rental Company (Day 8)Additional driver
Guide
Operated with English- and Spanish-speaking guide during the activities (Day 2, 4)*
Others
Car Group A = Daihatsu Bego or similar3 Lunches (Day 2-4)Arrival private transfers from Juan Santamaria International Airport (Day 1)Shared transfers between areas as per itinerary (except during self-drive part)Shared shuttle from Car Rental Company to Juan Santamaria International Airport (Day 8)All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary: guided white water rafting Pacuare Lodge Class II-III (Day 2); guided white water rafting Pacuare Lodge Class IV (Day 4)Meet & Greet4x4 Car rental from Day 4-8Car delivery (Day 4)GPSDaily Basic Insurance

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