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About the tour
Tour Type
PrivateYou will not be joining a group.
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
Liberia City, Costa Rica
Liberia City, Costa Rica
Highlights
Rincon de la Vieja: Enjoy the volcanic views this spectacular national park has to offer. But watch your step as you wander around the fascinating steaming mud pots and boiling water.
Arenal: Admire one of the most beautiful volcanoes in the country and its mesmerising park, dotted with trails and rich in wildlife.
Sarapiqui: Neighbouring the Braulio Carrillo National Park, a great area for animal spotting, this magnificent region is known for its kayaking and white-water rafting.
Tortuguero: This park is home to the nesting grounds of the green sea turtles, offering spectacular beaches and fantastic opportunities to spot wild animals and birds.
Vara Blanca: This hilly, verdant area is located just north of San Jose, next to the hypnotizing active Poas Volcano.
Itinerary
Uncover the natural beauty of Costa Rica during this 11-day self-drive tour around the country. From coast to coast, discover the complexity of the different regions, including the bustling capital city of San Jose and both the Pacific and Caribbean coasts. Enjoy an unforgettable excursion in Tortuguero, in a shared shuttle and boat, give yourself the opportunity to see a variety of active and dormant volcanoes and rainforests, as well as admire a plethora of animals and plant life. Enjoy all of Costa Rica wrapped up into one trip!
Day 1Arrival Liberia – Rincon De La Vieja (35km – 1 Hr)
Day 2Rincon De La Vieja – Arenal (150km – 3.5 Hrs)
Day 3Arenal
Day 4Arenal – Sarapiqui (130km – 2.5 Hrs)
Day 5Sarapiqui – Tortuguero (85km – 3 Hrs By Road / 2 Hrs By Boat)
Day 6Tortuguero National Park
Day 7Tortuguero – San Jose (135km – 4 Hrs By Road / 2 Hrs By Boat)
Day 8San Jose – La Paz Waterfall – Vara Blanca (55km – 1.5 Hrs)
Day 9Vara Blanca – Herradura Beach (120km – 2.5 Hrs)
Day 10Herradura Beach
Day 11Herradura Beach – Depart Liberia (200km – 3.5 Hrs)
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Accommodation
Standard Hotel Category = Canon de la Vieja or similar 3*Superior Hotel Category = Hacienda Guachipelin or similar 5*Deluxe Hotel Category = Hacienda Guachipelin or similar 5*Standard Hotel Category = Arenal Montechiari or similar 3*Superior Hotel Category = Arenal Springs or similar 4*Deluxe Hotel Category = Arenal Kioro Hotel or similar 5*Standard Hotel Category = El Bambu or similar 3*Superior Hotel Category = La Quinta Lodge or similar (Lodge Standard)Deluxe Hotel Category = Sarapiquis Rainforest Lodge or similar (Lodge Standard)Standard Hotel Category = Holiday Inn Express Forum or similar 3*Superior Hotel Category = Holiday Inn Escazu or similar 4*Deluxe Hotel Category = Real Intercontinental or similar 5*Standard Hotel Category = Buena Vista Lodge or similar 3*Superior Hotel Category = Poas Volcano Lodge or similar 4*Deluxe Hotel Category = Peace Lodge or similar 5*Standard Hotel Category = Balcon del Mar or similar 3*Superior Hotel Category = Amapola or similar 4*Deluxe Hotel Category = Crocs Resort or similar 5*10 nights' accommodationHotel taxes
Meals
10 breakfasts, 2 dinners on days 5, 6
Transport
Air-conditioned transportation for the arrival transfer on a shared basis, from Daniel Oduber Quiros International Airport in Liberia to the car rental officeAir-conditioned transportation for the departure transfer on a shared basis, from the car rental company offices to the Daniel Oduber Quiros International Airport in Liberia
Others
Day 1 Rincon de la ViejaStandard Category = Turtle Beach Lodge or similar (Lodge Standard)Superior Category = Laguna Lodge or similar (Lodge Standard)Deluxe Category = Pachira/ Evergreen/Aninga Lodge or similar (Lodge Standard)Car Group A = Daihatsu Bego or similarCar Group B = Suzuki Grand Vitara or similarCar Group C = Toyota Fortuner or similar3 lunches on days 5, 6, 7Shared land and boat transfers to/from Tortuguero Day 5-7From day 1 to day 11 with unlimited mileageApplicable local taxes (VAT)No excessLoss Damage Waiver (LDW)Supplemental Liability Coverage (SLC)Unlimited mileageCoverage up to 70.000 USD per person or 175.000 USD per accident.All activities in Tortuguero except the entrance fee to Tortuguero National Park and optional activitiesMeet and greet on Day 1
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