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Costa Rica: A Touch of the Tropics

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9 or 10 days

San José, Arenal Region, Monteverde, Central Pacific Coast | COS


With well-protected national reserves and an unparalleled diversity of wildlife, Costa Rica is the jewel of Central America. The Arenal Region showcases an active volcano, hot springs, and a broad range of flora and fauna. In Monteverde, visit a local school, and in Manuel Antonio National Park keep your eyes open for sloth, toucans and howler monkeys. Image displaying map describing the itinerary of the Costa Rica: A Touch of the Tropics tour

Day 1: Fly to Costa Rica

Meet your Tour Director at your destination

Day 2: San José • Arenal region

Take a tour of a coffee farm

Travel to the Arenal region

Visit Arenal Volcano National Park

Day 3: Arenal region

Enjoy a kayaking trip on Lake Arenal

Visit La Fortuna Waterfall

Participate in a cultural exchange with locals

Visit the Arenal Hot Springs

Day 4: Arenal region • Monteverde

Travel to Monteverde

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Local Food Workshop

Local Food Workshop

Try your hand at creating some of Costa Rica’s culinary specialties during a visit to a local working mill. You’ll make—and sample—tortillas, artisanal coffee, and juice extracted from sugar cane. (Just save room for sobado, a candy made from the sugar cane plant.) 

Day 5: Monteverde

Experience the thrill of a ziplining adventure through the Costa Rican canopy 

Please note: For safety reasons weight and size restrictions may apply. 

Visit the Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserve

Day 6: Monteverde • Central Pacific Coast

Travel to the Central Pacific Coast

Visit the Rainforest Adventure Park, where you will:

  • Ride an aerial tram above the canopies
  • Explore a nature trail
  • Visit a butterfly sanctuary

Enjoy a crocodile safari boat cruise

Day 7: Central Pacific Coast

Visit Manuel Antonio National Park

Day 8: Central Pacific Coast • Sarchi • San José

Travel to San José via Sarchí

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Folklore Evening

Folklore Evening

Opt to spend the evening learning about the rich cultural traditions of the region over a traditional Costa Rican dinner. Marimba music, entertainment by a local dance troupe, and spectacular city views from the restaurant will make this a night to remember.

Day 9: Depart for home


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Day 9: San José region

Enjoy a whitewater rafting excursion 

Day 10: Depart for home



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