Essential Costa Rica - Package with Guanacaste
10 D | Guaranteed Departure | From and to San Jose
Destination: Costa Rica
Duration: 10 days
Price: From GBP 1599
What's Included
- Flights Included
- <p style="font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:rgb( 87 , 100 , 111 );margin-top:0.5em;margin-bottom:0.5em">TOUR GUIDE:</p><ul><li style="font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:rgb( 87 , 100 , 111 );margin-top:0.5em;margin-bottom:0.5em">Operated with Bilingual Spanish and English-speaking licensed local guides on a shared basis. 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. </li></ul><p style="font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:rgb( 87 , 100 , 111 );margin-top:0.5em;margin-bottom:0.5em">ACCOMMODATION:</p><ul><li style="font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:rgb( 87 , 100 , 111 );margin-top:0.5em;margin-bottom:0.5em">9 nights' accommodation</li></ul><p style="font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:rgb( 87 , 100 , 111 );margin-top:0.5em;margin-bottom:0.5em">ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS</p><p style="font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:rgb( 87 , 100 , 111 );margin-top:0.5em;margin-bottom:0.5em">Day 1 San Jose:</p><p style="font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:rgb( 87 , 100 , 111 );margin-top:0.5em;margin-bottom:0.5em">Standard Hotel Category = Sleep Inn or similar 3*</p><p style="font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:rgb( 87 , 100 , 111 );margin-top:0.5em;margin-bottom:0.5em">Superior Hotel Category = Park Inn or similar 4*</p><p style="font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:rgb( 87 , 100 , 111 );margin-top:0.5em;margin-bottom:0.5em">Deluxe Hotel Category = Hilton San Jose La Sabana or similar 5*</p><p style="font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:rgb( 87 , 100 , 111 );margin-top:0.5em;margin-bottom:0.5em">Day 2-3 Tortuguero:</p><p style="font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:rgb( 87 , 100 , 111 );margin-top:0.5em;margin-bottom:0.5em">Standard Category = Turtle Beach Lodge or similar (Lodge Standard)</p><p style="font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:rgb( 87 , 100 , 111 );margin-top:0.5em;margin-bottom:0.5em">Superior Category = Laguna Lodge or similar (Lodge Standard)</p><p style="font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:rgb( 87 , 100 , 111 );margin-top:0.5em;margin-bottom:0.5em">Deluxe Category = Pachira/ Evergreen/Aninga Lodge or similar (Lodge Standard)</p><p style="font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:rgb( 87 , 100 , 111 );margin-top:0.5em;margin-bottom:0.5em">Day 4-5 Arenal:</p><p style="font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:rgb( 87 , 100 , 111 );margin-top:0.5em;margin-bottom:0.5em">Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Faro Arenal or similar 3*</p><p style="font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:rgb( 87 , 100 , 111 );margin-top:0.5em;margin-bottom:0.5em">Superior Hotel Category = Arenal Springs or similar 4* </p><p style="font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:rgb( 87 , 100 , 111 );margin-top:0.5em;margin-bottom:0.5em">Deluxe Hotel Category = Arenal Kioro or similar 5* </p><p style="font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:rgb( 87 , 100 , 111 );margin-top:0.5em;margin-bottom:0.5em">Day 6-7 Monteverde:</p><p style="font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:rgb( 87 , 100 , 111 );margin-top:0.5em;margin-bottom:0.5em">Standard Hotel Category = Monteverde Country Lodge or similar 3*</p><p style="font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:rgb( 87 , 100 , 111 );margin-top:0.5em;margin-bottom:0.5em">Superior Hotel Category = Poco a Poco or similar 4*</p><p style="font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:rgb( 87 , 100 , 111 );margin-top:0.5em;margin-bottom:0.5em">Deluxe Hotel Category = Fonda Vela Hotel or similar 4*</p><p style="font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:rgb( 87 , 100 , 111 );margin-top:0.5em;margin-bottom:0.5em">Day 8-9 Tamarindo:</p><p style="font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:rgb( 87 , 100 , 111 );margin-top:0.5em;margin-bottom:0.5em">Standard Hotel Category = Arco Iris Tamarindo or similar 3*</p><p style="font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:rgb( 87 , 100 , 111 );margin-top:0.5em;margin-bottom:0.5em">Superior Hotel Category = Wyndham Tamarindo or similar 4* </p><p style="font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:rgb( 87 , 100 , 111 );margin-top:0.5em;margin-bottom:0.5em">Deluxe Hotel Category = Tamarindo Diriá or similar 5* </p><p style="font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:rgb( 87 , 100 , 111 );margin-top:0.5em;margin-bottom:0.5em">OPTIONAL EXTRA:</p><p style="font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:rgb( 87 , 100 , 111 );margin-top:0.5em;margin-bottom:0.5em">Package of 2 nights in Tamarindo:</p><p style="font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:rgb( 87 , 100 , 111 );margin-top:0.5em;margin-bottom:0.5em">Standard Hotel Category = Arco Iris Tamarindo or similar 3* </p><p style="font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:rgb( 87 , 100 , 111 );margin-top:0.5em;margin-bottom:0.5em">Superior Hotel Category = Wyndham Tamarindo or similar 4* </p><p style="font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:rgb( 87 , 100 , 111 );margin-top:0.5em;margin-bottom:0.5em">Deluxe Hotel Category = Tamarindo Diriá or similar 5*</p><p style="font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:rgb( 87 , 100 , 111 );margin-top:0.5em;margin-bottom:0.5em">Post - night in San José:</p><p style="font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:rgb( 87 , 100 , 111 );margin-top:0.5em;margin-bottom:0.5em">Standard Hotel Category = Sleep Inn or similar 3*</p><p style="font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:rgb( 87 , 100 , 111 );margin-top:0.5em;margin-bottom:0.5em">Superior Hotel Category = Park Inn or similar 4*</p><p style="font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:rgb( 87 , 100 , 111 );margin-top:0.5em;margin-bottom:0.5em">Deluxe Hotel Category = Hilton San Jose La Sabana or similar 5*</p><p style="font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:rgb( 87 , 100 , 111 );margin-top:0.5em;margin-bottom:0.5em">MEALS:</p><ul><li style="font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:rgb( 87 , 100 , 111 );margin-top:0.5em;margin-bottom:0.5em">9 breakfasts, </li><li style="font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:rgb( 87 , 100 , 111 );margin-top:0.5em;margin-bottom:0.5em">3 lunches on days 2, 3, 4</li><li style="font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:rgb( 87 , 100 , 111 );margin-top:0.5em;margin-bottom:0.5em">2 dinners on days 2, 3</li></ul><p style="font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:rgb( 87 , 100 , 111 );margin-top:0.5em;margin-bottom:0.5em">TRANSPORT:</p><ul><li style="font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:rgb( 87 , 100 , 111 );margin-top:0.5em;margin-bottom:0.5em">Air-conditioned transportation as indicated in the itinerary on a shared basis</li><li style="font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:rgb( 87 , 100 , 111 );margin-top:0.5em;margin-bottom:0.5em">Private return transfer from/to the San Jose airport </li><li style="font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:rgb( 87 , 100 , 111 );margin-top:0.5em;margin-bottom:0.5em">Tour guides do not accompany guests during transport </li></ul><p style="font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:rgb( 87 , 100 , 111 );margin-top:0.5em;margin-bottom:0.5em">ENTRANCE FEES AND ACTIVITIES:</p><ul><li style="font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:rgb( 87 , 100 , 111 );margin-top:0.5em;margin-bottom:0.5em">All monuments and visits as indicated: Guided visit to Tortuguero village plus guided boat tour through Tortuguero National Park canals and entrance fee to Tortuguero National Park, guided hike in Arenal Volcano National Park, guided hike in Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve.</li></ul><p style="font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:rgb( 87 , 100 , 111 );margin-top:0.5em;margin-bottom:0.5em">OTHER:</p><ul><li style="font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:rgb( 87 , 100 , 111 );margin-top:0.5em;margin-bottom:0.5em">Meet and greet on Day 1</li><li style="font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:rgb( 87 , 100 , 111 );margin-top:0.5em;margin-bottom:0.5em">Hotel taxes</li></ul>
What's Not Included
- Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals if not stated explicitly in the programmeAirport taxes Airport porterageOptional tours Gratuities for drivers and guides
Itinerary Overview
- Day 1: ARRIVAL SAN JOSE - Upon arrival to bustling San Jose, our representative will meet and greet you and then direct you to your transport, which will drop you off at your h...
- Day 2: SAN JOSE – TORTUGUERO (135km – 4 hrs by road / 2 hrs by boat) - Your day begins early with a morning departure, travelling by bus through the Braulio Carrillo National Park towards the Caribbean plains to enjoy the...
- Day 3: TORTUGUERO NATIONAL PARK - Today you will have some free time to relax by the pool and experience the Tortuguero National Park on a three-hour trip. Observe over 350 protected s...
- Day 4: TORTUGUERO – ARENAL (210km – 5 hrs by road / 2 hrs by boat) - Early in the morning depart by boat back to Guapiles. From there, take the ground transportation to the restaurant for lunch. After a tasty meal, you ...
- Day 5: ARENAL VOLCANO NATIONAL PARK - Today after breakfast, take a guided walking tour in Arenal Volcano National Park. During the tour, the guide will explain the periods of activity the...
- ...and 5 more days
What to Bring
- Comfortable and light clothing is the most suitable for travelling in Costa Rica. Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or skimpy clothing when visiting temples, religious or official buildings. Sun protection, sunglasses, a hat and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the Essential Costa Rica - Package with Guanacaste?
The Essential Costa Rica - Package with Guanacaste duration is 10 days.
How much does the Essential Costa Rica - Package with Guanacaste cost?
Prices for the Essential Costa Rica - Package with Guanacaste start from £1599 per adult. Prices are subject to availability and can change based on departure dates.
Where will I stay during the Essential Costa Rica - Package with Guanacaste?
Accommodation for this holiday is provided at Best Western Irazu Hotel & Studios. Please check the accommodation section for more details.
What is included in the Essential Costa Rica - Package with Guanacaste package?
The package includes: Flights Included, TOUR GUIDE:Operated with Bilingual Spanish and English-speaking licensed local guides on a shared basis. 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. ACCOMMODATION:9 nights' accommodationACCOMMODATION OPTIONSDay 1 San Jose:Standard Hotel Category = Sleep Inn or similar 3*Superior Hotel Category = Park Inn or similar 4*Deluxe Hotel Category = Hilton San Jose La Sabana or similar 5*Day 2-3 Tortuguero:Standard 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)Day 4-5 Arenal:Standard Hotel Category = Hotel Faro Arenal or similar 3*Superior Hotel Category = Arenal Springs or similar 4* Deluxe Hotel Category = Arenal Kioro or similar 5* Day 6-7 Monteverde:Standard Hotel Category = Monteverde Country Lodge or similar 3*Superior Hotel Category = Poco a Poco or similar 4*Deluxe Hotel Category = Fonda Vela Hotel or similar 4*Day 8-9 Tamarindo:Standard Hotel Category = Arco Iris Tamarindo or similar 3*Superior Hotel Category = Wyndham Tamarindo or similar 4* Deluxe Hotel Category = Tamarindo Diriá or similar 5* OPTIONAL EXTRA:Package of 2 nights in Tamarindo:Standard Hotel Category = Arco Iris Tamarindo or similar 3* Superior Hotel Category = Wyndham Tamarindo or similar 4* Deluxe Hotel Category = Tamarindo Diriá or similar 5*Post - night in San José:Standard Hotel Category = Sleep Inn or similar 3*Superior Hotel Category = Park Inn or similar 4*Deluxe Hotel Category = Hilton San Jose La Sabana or similar 5*MEALS:9 breakfasts, 3 lunches on days 2, 3, 42 dinners on days 2, 3TRANSPORT:Air-conditioned transportation as indicated in the itinerary on a shared basisPrivate return transfer from/to the San Jose airport Tour guides do not accompany guests during transport ENTRANCE FEES AND ACTIVITIES:All monuments and visits as indicated: Guided visit to Tortuguero village plus guided boat tour through Tortuguero National Park canals and entrance fee to Tortuguero National Park, guided hike in Arenal Volcano National Park, guided hike in Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve.OTHER:Meet and greet on Day 1Hotel taxes.
What is not included in the Essential Costa Rica - Package with Guanacaste?
Typically, tips, personal expenses, laundry, and items not mentioned in the inclusions are not included. Please refer to the exclusions section for a full list.
How do I receive confirmation for my Essential Costa Rica - Package with Guanacaste booking?
Once your booking is processed and payment is confirmed, you will receive a confirmation email with all your travel documents and vouchers.
Where does the Essential Costa Rica - Package with Guanacaste take place?
This holiday package takes you to Costa Rica.
Important Information
No refund for unused services. Splitting of the package is not allowedRecommended departure time from 15:00 hrs. On day 10: drop off at San Jose International Airport around 12 pm. Please arrange your departure flight accordingly. We reserve the right to change itineraries and activities due to weather conditions, technical problems, security reasons, or Corona restrictions.