From the Atlantic to the Pacific

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From the Atlantic to the Pacific

11 Days Starting and ending in San Jose, Costa Rica

Visiting: Dolorosa, Costa Rica, Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, San Carlos, Tamarindo

Tour operator:

Destination Services Costa Rica

Tour code:

453593

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

0 - 30

Physical rating:

Low

Age range:

10-99

Special diets catered:

Please Advise Request

Tour operated in:

English , Spanish

From: $2381 $2268 Travel Club discount: -$113

NB: Prices correct on 03-Dec-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Enjoy the highlights of Costa Rica on this eleven-day itinerary, including wonderful jungles, volcano and pristine beaches. This is a country of great natural beauty and every destination has something unique to offer. Whether you are watching the Arenal volcano whilst bathing in hot springs, exploring the dense jungle of Tortuguero or relaxing on the pristine beaches of Tamarindo and the Caribbean Coast, Costa Rica really is a nature lover's paradise.

Highlights

Tortuguero: Discover its network of canals, lagoons, and dense rainforests with the chance to see turtles hatch
Puerto Viejo: A beach lover’s paradise with a relaxed atmosphere and a unique blend of cultures, ideal for a fun relaxing vacation
Arenal: Experience the majestic sight of Arenal Volcano and find balance surrounded by nature in one of the world's most prominent wellness tourism destinations
Tamarindo: Known for its surfing spots, adventure activities, and tropical getaway serenity, perfect for anyone traveling through Costa Rica

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Arrival San Jose (18Km – 30Min)

Location: Dolorosa

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Sleep Inn Hotel or similar 3*

Meals Included: Breakfast

Welcome to Costa Rica. A local representative will greet you and assist you at the airport. Shared transfer from 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 José – Tortuguero (117Km – 3.5Hrs By Land / 1.5Hr By Boat)

Location: Costa Rica

Accommodation: Lodge

Accommodation Name: Pachira Lodge or similar 3*

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Early check-out from the hotel. Around 6:00 am a local representative will pick you up at the hotel lobby and take you on a shared transfer to your next destination: Tortuguero National Park, located in the North Caribbean Coast. On the way, around 8:30 am there will be a stop for breakfast in Guápiles city and then continue to La Pavona dock, where you will board a boat shared with others guests, that will take you to the lodge where you will immerse yourself in a perfectly quiet, laid back and tranquil stay. Around 1:00 pm, check-in and enjoy a delightful lunch (included). Afterwards, around 2:30 pm, meet your guide for an expedition through the Tortuguero Canals, a must activity while you are in Costa Rica. Explore the lagoons and hidden canals; as you go deeper into the forest the canals become smaller and the surrounding wildlife gets closer. Rest of the afternoon at leisure.

Overnight in Tortuguero.

Day 3 : Tortuguero

Location: Costa Rica

Accommodation: Lodge

Accommodation Name: Pachira Lodge or similar 3*

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Breakfast at the hotel. Around 9:00 am meet your guide to discovering nature by taking a walk through the Lodge’s private trails. Enjoy free time in the morning to cool off in the pool and simply relax. Later this day, around 2:30 pm join to the guide and visit the small and picturesque village of Tortuguero. Afterwards, return to the Lodge to relax. Lunch and dinner included at the Lodge.

Overnight in Tortuguero.

Day 4 : Tortuguero – Puerto Viejo (206Km – 4Hrs By Land / 1.5Hr By Boat)

Location: Puerto Viejo de Talamanca

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Villas Del Caribe or similar 3*

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Breakfast at the lodge and check-out. Around 9:30 am be ready to depart on a shared transfer by boat and land from Tortuguero to the Restaurant located in Guápiles city, where you will enjoy the lunch. After lunch, around 1:30 pm, meet a local representative that will take you on a shared transfer to your next destination: the Caribbean beach town of Puerto Viejo. Upon arrival, around 4:30 pm, check-in at the hotel in Puerto Viejo and free time to relax and enjoy the hotel facilities.

Overnight in Puerto Viejo.

Day 5 : Puerto Viejo

Location: Puerto Viejo de Talamanca

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Villas Del Caribe or similar 3*

Meals Included: Breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy leisure time to simply relax or explore Puerto Viejo, its surrounding and beaches on your own.

Overnight in Puerto Viejo.

Day 6 : Puerto Viejo – Arenal (275Km – 5Hrs)

Location: San Carlos

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Casa Luna Hotel & Spa or similar 3*

Meals Included: Breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel and check-out. Around 9:30 am a local representative will meet you up at the hotel lobby and take you to your next destination: La Fortuna de San Carlos, home of the wonderful Arenal Volcano. Upon arrival, around 3:00 pm, check-in at the hotel in Arenal, enjoy free time to relax and discover the natural beauty of this destination on your own.

Overnight in Arenal.

Day 7 : Arenal

Location: San Carlos

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Casa Luna Hotel & Spa or similar 3*

Meals Included: Breakfast

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

Overnight in Arenal.

Day 8 : Arenal – Tamarindo (205Km – 4Hrs)

Location: Tamarindo

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Tamarindo Diria or similar 3*

Meals Included: Breakfast

Breakfast included at the hotel and check-out. Around 8:00 am meet a local representative at the hotel lobby for the shared transfer to your next destination: Tamarindo beach, located in the North Pacific Coast of Guanacaste Province. Upon arrival, around 1:00 pm, check-in at the hotel in Tamarindo and enjoy free time to relax at the resort facilities or explore the beach town on your own.

Overnight in Tamarindo.

Day 9 : Tamarindo

Location: Tamarindo

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Tamarindo Diria or similar 3*

Meals Included: Breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel. Leisure day to relax and enjoy the tropical paradise of Tamarindo beach.

Overnight in Tamarindo.

Day 10 : Tamarindo – San Jose (260Km – 5Hrs)

Location: Dolorosa

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Sleep Inn Hotel or similar 3*

Meals Included: Breakfast

Breakfast included at the hotel and check-out. Around 8:00 am meet a local representative at the hotel lobby for the shared transfer to San Jose city. Upon arrival, around 1:00 pm, check-in at the hotel in San Jose and relax or go to explore the city on your own.

Overnight in San Jose.

Day 11 : Departure San Jose (18Km – 30Min)

Location: Dolorosa

Meals Included: Breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel and check-out. At the agreed time, a local representative will pick you up at the lobby and take you on shared transportation to Juan Santamaria International Airport to take your flight back home.

What's Included

TOUR GUIDE:

Operated with English and Spanish-speaking guides only during included activities (Day 2, 3). 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:

10 nights’ accommodation

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Day 1, 10 San Jose:

Standard Hotel Category = Sleep Inn Hotel or similar 3*

Day 2-3 Tortuguero:

Standard Category = Turtle Beach Lodge or similar (Lodge Standard)

Day 4-5 Puerto Viejo:

Standard Hotel Category = Villas Del Caribe or similar 3*

Day 6-7 Arenal:

Standard Hotel Category = Casa Luna Hotel & Spa or similar 3*

Day 8-9 Tamarindo:

Standard Hotel Category = Tamarindo Diria or similar 3*

MEALS:

10 Breakfasts
3 Lunches (Day 2-4)
2 Dinners (Day 2-3)

TRANSPORT:

Arrival and departure shared transfers from/ to Juan Santamaria Airport
Shared transfers between areas (land and boat)

ENTRANCE FEES AND ACTIVITIES:

All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary: guided visit to Tortuguero National Park (Day 2); guided Morning Walk in Tortuguero and guided visit to Tortuguero Village (Day 3)

OTHER:

Meet & Greet
Hotel Taxes

What's Not Included

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.

Requirements

Comfortable and light and quick dry 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, tennis shoes, hiking shoes, sandals, sweater, raincoat or jacket, bathing suit, a hat or cap and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay.

Please Note

The order of activities in Tortuguero may vary according to the season and the disposition of the hotel
The start times and durations of excursions as well as 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

Accommodation options

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Day 1, 10 San Jose:

Standard Hotel Category = Sleep Inn Hotel or similar 3*

Day 2-3 Tortuguero:

Standard Hotel Category = Pachira Lodge or similar 3*

Day 4-5 Puerto Viejo:

Standard Hotel Category = Villas Del Caribe or similar 3*

Day 6-7 Arenal:

Standard Hotel Category = Casa Luna Hotel & Spa or similar 3*

Day 8-9 Tamarindo:

Standard Hotel Category = Tamarindo Diria or similar 3*

Mode of Transport

Arrival and departure shared transfers from/ to Juan Santamaria Airport Shared transfers between areas (land and boat)

Accommodation

Day 1, 10 San Jose: Standard Hotel Category = Sleep Inn Hotel or similar 3*, Day 2-3 Tortuguero: Standard Hotel Category = Pachira Lodge or similar 3*, Day 4-5 Puerto Viejo: Standard Hotel Category = Villas Del Caribe or similar 3*, Day 6-7 Arenal: Standard Hotel Category = Casa Luna Hotel & Spa or similar 3*, Day 8-9 Tamarindo: Standard Hotel Category = Tamarindo Diria or similar 3*

Accommodation options

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Day 1, 10 San Jose:

Standard Hotel Category = Sleep Inn Hotel or similar 3*

Day 2-3 Tortuguero:

Standard Category = Turtle Beach Lodge or similar (Lodge Standard)

Day 4-5 Puerto Viejo:

Standard Hotel Category = Villas Del Caribe or similar 3*

Day 6-7 Arenal:

Standard Hotel Category = Casa Luna Hotel & Spa or similar 3*

Day 8-9 Tamarindo:

Standard Hotel Category = Tamarindo Diria or similar 3*

Check out our Q&As

Are airport transfers included in this tour?

Arrival and departure shared transfers from/ to Juan Santamaria Airport is included.
Are all entrance fees included in the price?

Entrance fees to all sites mentioned as included in the itinerary
What is the fitness level required to do this tour?

Low
Are children permitted to take part in the tour?

Yes, 10 years old or above
Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

Yes, English amd spanish speaking local tour guide on this tour.

Are flights included in this tour?

International and Domestic flights are not included.
Do you offer any travel insurance?

We do not offer Travel Insurance but would strongly recommend that you purchase a comprehensive Travel Insurance Policy prior to departure.
Are flights included in the tour?

No, they are not included
When are there specific hotel names confirmed?

Confirmed hotel names are informed latest 10 days prior to client´s arrival
What documents will I receive before I travel?

Booking confirmation with Itinerary and confirmation vouchers
What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

You can change it by logging into your profile and click on Bookings. Please check your cancellation policy.
Is there any option for solo traveller?

Yes of course. Please note that the default selection shows the price per person per double room. For solo travellers, you will have to select a single room when available.
What does the price include?

What is included is stated specifically on the product Description. Gratuities are at your discretion. Prices do not include (unless stated otherwise) - gratuities to the guide, driver or tour manager.
Are Visa fees included in the price?

No, visa fees are not included

Reviews of this operator

Brian

Exotic Costa Rica

12-Feb-2022

We were delayed a couple of times in getting to Costa Rica and our tour operator, Roy, was extremely accommodating of the changes. The trip was partially guided, so though lodging and transportation were covered there were a few days where I could have used help coordinating afternoon activities.

Peter Herbert

Essential Costa Rica - Package with Guanacaste

11-May-2022

A little aprehensive on 1st day with no tour leader... but ran better that clockwork, a few natural obstacles overcome. Good hotels, transport , drivers AND OUTSTANDING GUIDES.....A THEN THERE WAS THE WILDS OF COSTA RICA AND ITS PEOPLES ....

Jean Walsh

Exotic Costa Rica

17-Mar-2022

This trip was much anticipated and lived up to all of our expectations. We had a wonderful experience. If we had questions, Andres was immediately responsive. It was such a nice feeling to know we could reach him.

Susan Langton

Essential Costa Rica - Package with Manuel Antonio National Park

06-Jan-2022

Our trip was well organized, all of the service providers ( transfers, guides, accommodations) we friendly and professional, and each location was as promised. A bit more local information would have been useful in preparing for the trip, but nothing that wasn't able to be accommodated on the fly.

Marianne Brownell

Essential Costa Rica - Package with Manuel Antonio National Park

03-Oct-2022

Terrific experience!

Debra R

PURAVIDA CR

26-Jun-2023

Great staff taking care of us along the way! Hotel choices were unique and beautiful and accommodating.

Keith

Essential Costa Rica - Package with Guanacaste

08-Mar-2022

A good tour with 4 completely different ecosystems. A couple of long travel days.

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