Economic Costa Rica

Day 1: Arrival - Transfer
After your arrival at the airport and immigration process, you will proceed through baggage claim and customs to the airport exit, where our airport guide will be waiting for you with a sign. He will hand over your travel documents and answer your questions. Finally, a shared transfer takes you to the city hotel. The rest of the day is at your disposal to relax before your adventure begins.
Meals included today: None.
Entrances/excursions included: None.
Accommodation at Hotel Colonial.

This morning you will have the opportunity to explore the capital, San José, affectionately called Chepe by the locals. Stroll through the lively Central Market and watch locals shop for tropical fruits, vegetables and herbs and, why not, chat with your neighbor while enjoying a delicious cup of coffee. Afterwards, we recommend you walk along the bustling Avenue 2 to Plaza de la Cultura and the National Theatre and continue to the National Museum and the modern Parliament building. End your tour at Parque España and Parque Nacional, the beautiful tropical oasis in the middle of the city center.
In the afternoon, a shared transfer service will pick you up at the city hotel and take you through Braulio Carrillo National Park towards the Caribbean plains. Arrival at the small hotel in the center of Puerto Viejo, just minutes walk from the beach.
Meals included today: Breakfast.
Entrances/excursions included: None.
Accommodation at Hotel Escape Caribeño.

A pleasant day at the beach: the smell of salt water, the wind caressing your hair and the soft murmur of the waves create a Caribbean atmosphere of peace and tranquility. Of course you will also have plenty of time to enjoy local activities, such as biking from beach to beach or a visit to the nearby national park, the aboriginal reserve or an animal rescue center.
Meals included today: Breakfast.
Entrances/excursions included: None.
Accommodation at Hotel Escape Caribeño.

You will spend the day in Puerto Viejo, an ideal place for a vacation without stress or complications.
Meals included today: Breakfast.
Entrances/excursions included: None.
Accommodation at Hotel Escape Caribeño.

Before noon a shared transfer service will pick you up at the hotel and in four hours will take you to your next destination. The Sarapiquí area is known for its genuine Costa Rican lifestyle and the multiple activities that visitors like to do here, such as horseback riding, rafting, chocolate tour, bat tour, pineapple tour and much more.
Meals included today: Breakfast.
Entrances/excursions included: None.
Accommodation at Hotel Tirimbina Lodge.

This is a free day, perfect for enjoying it doing what you like best. You can become a keen observer of nature while walking through this magical place and, with a bit of luck, you may catch a glimpse of the lively monkeys, sloths, coatis and numerous bird species.
Meals included today: Breakfast.
Entrances/excursions included: None.
Accommodation at Hotel Tirimbina Lodge.

After an hour and a half you will arrive at the region known as La Fortuna/Arenal, one of the most visited sites in Costa Rica thanks to the Arenal volcano with its cone shape, as well as other sites of interest in the surrounding area such as hot springs, waterfalls and nature trails. The small town of La Fortuna, which serves as a starting point for visiting the sites of interest in Arenal, has good facilities. The Arenal volcano erupted in 1968 and has been active since then, although the level of activity varies day by day and year by year.
Meals included today: Breakfast.
Entrances/excursions included: None.
Accommodation at Hotel Las Colinas del Arenal.

Optional activities on site, for example a visit to the national park, hot springs, nature reserves, the waterfall, bicycle or kayak tours, etc.
Meals included today: Breakfast.
Entrances/excursions included: None.
Accommodation at Hotel Las Colinas del Arenal.

Your journey continues northwest to the Rincón de la Vieja volcano. The landscape and climate of this rural area are very different from those of La Fortuna, which further demonstrates the diversity of Costa Rica's microclimates.
Meals included today: Breakfast.
Entrances/excursions included: None.
Accommodation at Hotel Casa Rural Aroma del Campo.

Enjoy paradisiacal nature and impressive views of the Guanacaste region and the Pacific coast. The slopes of the huge volcano are covered by fairytale tropical forests, which are part of Rincón de la Vieja National Park. Among the most popular activities in the area are kayaking, hiking, outdoor hot springs, bubbling mud pools, waterfalls, canopy tours and horseback riding.
Meals included today: Breakfast.
Entrances/excursions included: None.
Accommodation at Hotel Casa Rural Aroma del Campo.

Today, the next shared transfer takes you to the cloud forest of Monteverde. Enjoy the journey with magnificent views over the Gulf of Nicoya until you reach your rustic but quite cozy hotel near the town of Santa Elena in Monteverde.
Meals included today: Breakfast.
Entrances/excursions included: None.
Accommodation at Hotel Cala Lodge.

Enjoy relaxing walks beneath the forest canopy and try to spot as many of the 400 native bird species as possible. Recharge your batteries in the midst of the fabulous cloud forest and enjoy the magical view of the ever-green mountains. The cool and attractive climate is perfect for the various activities you can choose from here: Hiking, hanging bridges, butterfly gardens, visit to the snake museum or hummingbird gallery, off-road excursions and coffee tours, and much more!
Meals included today: Breakfast.
Entrances/excursions included: None.
Accommodation at Hotel Cala Lodge.

As a grand finale to your trip, we take you to the Central Pacific to explore one of the most beautiful beaches in this country and its national park. Although Manuel Antonio is one of the smallest national parks in the country, it is one of the most popular destinations for tourists and locals. The park protects 1,938 hectares of tropical rainforest and beautiful beaches. Along the numerous trails in the park, you can observe exotic birds and other tropical species. You may even encounter the rare squirrel monkey!
Meals included today: Breakfast.
Entrances/excursions included: None.
Accommodation at Tabulia Tree Hotel & Villas.

The day is free, and location is everything here. Do not hesitate to visit the famous Manuel Antonio National Park, known for its flora, fauna and beautiful beaches.
Note: The National Park is closed on Tuesdays and entry must be reserved in advance.
Meals included today: Breakfast.
Entrances/excursions included: None.
Accommodation at Tabulia Tree Hotel & Villas.

Optionally, you can extend your stay on the beach or return to the Central Valley. The tour concludes in the city or around midday at the international airport.
Meals included today: Breakfast.
Entrances/excursions included: None.