Accommodation

9 nights’ accommodation Day 1 San Jose: Superior Hotel Category = Park Inn or similar 4* Deluxe Hotel Category = Real Continental or similar 5* Day 2-3 Tortuguero: Superior Hotel Category = Grupo Pachira or similar 4* Deluxe Hotel Category = Grupo Pachira or similar 4* Day 4-5 Arenal: Superior Hotel Category = Arenal Manoa or similar 4* Deluxe Hotel Category = Tabacon or similar 5* Day 6-7 Monteverde: Superior Hotel Category = Monteverde Gardens & Lodge or similar 4* Deluxe Hotel Category = Monteverde Gardens & Lodge or similar 4* Day 8-9 Samara: Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Sol Samara or similar 3* Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Leyenda or similar 4*

Meals

9 Breakfasts 3 Lunches (Day 2, 3, 4) 2 Dinners (Day 2, 3) Snacks (Day 9)

Others

All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary: Tortuguero village guided visit (Day 2) Tortuguero National Park canals guided boat tour (Day 3), Lava trails hike, Hotsprings at the hotel (Day 5); Ocean Safari Dolphins Whales & Snorkelling (Day 9) Meet and greet Hotel taxes

Transport

Arrival and departure shared transfers from/to Juan Santamaria Airport Air-conditioned shared transportation as indicated in the itinerary Shared boat from Guapiles to Tortuguero and back (Day 2, 4) Boat to Samara waters (Day 9)

Guide

Operated with English and Spanish-speaking local guides during the scheduled activities (Day 2, 3, 5, 9). Please note you will be accompanied by local guides for the activities only. There is no guarantee that you will be part of a group, or part of the same group during the tour

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Others

Services not mentioned in the itinerary International and Domestic flights Departure taxes Visa fees Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals or items not stated explicitly in the programme Any alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, mineral water, camera/video camera fee (if any) Optional tours and activities Porterage and gratuities Travel Insurance or any loss or extra cost arising due to unforeseen circumstances such as flight delays, accidents, etc. KNOW BEFORE YOU GO The start times and durations of the transfers are approximate In many hotels in Costa Rica, the triple rooms are a double room with an additional bed or sofa bed. Their comfort conditions are lower than the international standards of the triple room Hotel early check-in, late check-out, connecting or adjoining rooms are subject to availability and are not guaranteed No refund for unused services. Splitting of the package is not allowed We reserve the right to change itineraries and activities due to weather conditions, technical problems or security reasons

Flights

International flights are not included

Insurance

Travel insurance is not included

Optional

Other activities and services are not included

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Day 1 Day 1: Arrival San Jose (20Km – 30Min)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Arrival San Jose (20Km – 30Min)

Upon arrival to bustling San Jose, our representative will meet and greet you and then direct you to your shared transport, which will drop you off at your hotel in San Jose for your night in Costa Rica. Overnight in San Jose.
Day 2 Day 2: San Jose – Tortuguero (135Km – 4Hrs By Road / 2Hrs By Boat)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: San Jose – Tortuguero (135Km – 4Hrs By Road / 2Hrs By Boat)

Your day begins early with a pick up at the hotel approximately 6:30 am. Embark on the shared bus transfer and travel through the Braulio Carrillo National Park towards the Caribbean plains to enjoy the spectacular mountain scenery and quaint villages. Indulge in a tasty breakfast en route at around 8:30 am in a restaurant in Guapiles and continue through the jungle by boat, cruising the rivers and canals of Tortuguero National Park. Arrive at your eco-lodge in time to enjoy a tasty lunch (included). After lunch, your guide will invite you to go for a hike around Tortuguero town. Visit the Turtles Museum ($1 donation) and come back for dinner at your hotel. Overnight in Tortuguero.
Day 3 Day 3: Tortuguero National Park
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Tortuguero National Park

Make most of your stay in Tortuguero. After breakfast, at 9:00 am join a tour for a 2-hour boat trip on the Tortuguero canals, an essential activity while in Costa Rica. Discover its network of canals, lagoons and dense rainforests through a boat tour guided by an expert naturalist guide. Abundant wildlife inhabits Tortuguero, including 57 species of amphibians, 111 species of reptiles, and 60 species of mammals. Rest of day at leisure or possibility to join some optional tours available in the destination. Lunch included and dinner served at the hotel. Overnight in hotel in Tortuguero.
Day 4 Day 4: Tortuguero – Arenal (210Km – 5Hrs By Road / 2Hrs By Boat)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Tortuguero – Arenal (210Km – 5Hrs By Road / 2Hrs By Boat)

After breakfast, we depart Tortuguero at approximately 9:00 am, by shared boat and land transfers back to Guapiles, where we stop for lunch in a local restaurant at around 1:00 pm (included). After a tasty meal, you will be picked up by a shared transfer and taken to the Arenal area. Arrive at Arenal at 5:00 pm for check-in and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. Overnight in Arenal.
Day 5 Day 5: Arenal Volcano National Park
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Arenal Volcano National Park

After breakfast, you will be picked up at your hotel to start Hiking Lava Trails. Explore the Arenal Volcano on a hike along the lava trails of this giant. During the hike, the expert guide will explain you all about the volcano: its activity periods, a little bit of history related to it and will show you some landmarks that were left over the years. Admire its particular vegetation and watch some wildlife. Return to the hotel and relax in the hot springs. Escape to a natural paradise at the hotel with all the necessary services to make you feel relaxed surrounded by the peace and serenity of the rainforest. Sheltered by the impressive Arenal Volcano, enjoy the natural hot springs thanks to the geothermal activity of the volcano. Immerse yourself in the rainforest and live an experience of a sanctuary of relaxation, privacy and tranquillity. Overnight in Arenal.
Day 6 Day 6: Arenal – Monteverde (60Km – 2.5Hrs By Road / 45Min By Boat)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Arenal – Monteverde (60Km – 2.5Hrs By Road / 45Min By Boat)

Begin the day with an early breakfast at the hotel, followed by check-out and then meet your guide at approximately 7:30 am to head towards Monteverde. Transfer down to Arenal Lake where you will board a boat that will take you across towards Monteverde, where you will arrive at approximately 11:30 am. Once on the other side, a vehicle awaits to take you up to Monteverde. Admire the transition of the rainforest to the cloud forest where you will reach an altitude of 1,200 metres above sea level. Located in the Puntarenas province, Monteverde is a place of cloud forests and mist, coffee plantations, monkeys and friendly locals. The town of Santa Elena is small and quaint, filled with inviting restaurants and folksy artisan shops, while the nearby rainforest hosts a remarkable amount of biodiversity. Enjoy the rest of day at leisure. Overnight in Monteverde.
Day 7 Day 7: Monteverde
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Monteverde

Breakfast at the hotel, and rest of day at leisure to relax or discover on your own the incredible Monteverde Cloud Forest. Overnight in Monteverde.
Day 8 Day 8: Monteverde – Samara (140Km – 3Hrs)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Monteverde – Samara (140Km – 3Hrs)

Begin your last day in Monteverde with a delectable breakfast. Then, at the appropriate time, you will be picked up by shared transfer to your next destination. Arrive in Samara Beach, in the North Pacific Coast of Guanacaste Province (check-in around 3:00 pm), and enjoy free time at Samara and its surrounding environment offering you an ideal place to relax and have a good time. With its ideal location along the Pacific Ocean, Samara boasts countless aquatic and outdoor entertainment. Horseback riding, stand up paddleboarding, sport fishing, surfing, canopy tours, yoga and kayaking are just a few of the fun activities you can try out (own expense). Overnight in Samara.
Day 9 Day 9: Samara (3Hrs By Boat)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Samara (3Hrs By Boat)

Today, after a tasty breakfast at the hotel, you will go 2 to 10 miles offshore from Samara beach where one can feel the ocean breeze while gazing at the coastline scenery during our search for these playful animals. You could be lucky enough to see spotted dolphins, Central American Spinner dolphins, Common Bottlenose Dolphins, and Humpback whales (seasonal from August to November). Along the way back to the coast, we will anchor near the shores of Isla Chora, the delightful white-sand beach full of hermit crabs and iguanas. You can cool off in the clear blue sea while continuing your search for underwater life. Beneath the surface teems a lively, colourful world normally hidden from view. Snack some fruits before heading to shore and be dropped off back at your hotel. Overnight in Samara.
Day 10 Day 10: Samara – Departure San Jose (220Km – 4Hrs)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 10: Samara – Departure San Jose (220Km – 4Hrs)

After one last breakfast, at the agreed time, pick-up at your hotel in Samara to transfer you to Juan Santamaria Airport Rica to continue your trip.

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Itinerary of your trip Supersaver | Costa Rica Essentials Plus & Guanacaste Extensi

Day 1: Arrival San Jose (20Km – 30Min)

Day 2: San Jose – Tortuguero (135Km – 4Hrs By Road / 2Hrs By Boat)

Day 3: Tortuguero National Park

Day 4: Tortuguero – Arenal (210Km – 5Hrs By Road / 2Hrs By Boat)

Day 5: Arenal Volcano National Park

Day 6: Arenal – Monteverde (60Km – 2.5Hrs By Road / 45Min By Boat)

Day 7: Monteverde

Day 8: Monteverde – Samara (140Km – 3Hrs)

Day 9: Samara (3Hrs By Boat)

Day 10: Samara – Departure San Jose (220Km – 4Hrs)

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