Tour Description

Bubbling mud pools, rainforests teeming with wildlife, and an active volcano are all yours for the taking on this adventure. Starting in the cultural capital city of San Jose, visit turtle nesting grounds and sky walk through the rainforest canopy to create enriching and unforgettable memories.

Priced From:

$ 2739pp ^*

From: 2025-05-24

To: 2025-12-13

Start Location: San Jose (Costa Rica), Costa Rica

End Location: San Jose (Costa Rica), Costa Rica

Trip Type: South America Discoveries

Tour Advisors

Tiffany McCrea-Lennon

Managing Director

Russell Mein

Travel Specialist

Caitlin Lennon

Travel Coordinator

Michelle Baldwin

Travel Specialist

Gaylyn Murdoch

Administration Manager

Holly Skene

Travel Co-ordinator

Kim Thomas

Broker

Itinerary

Arrive San José

Day 1

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Palma Real

Ahh, Costa Rica. Let the Pura Vida way of life take over as you arrive in San Jose. Trendy Barrio Amon offers a glimpse into the history of the city with colonial mansions converted into art galleries, while Barrio Escalante is a foodie’s paradise and the best place to grab dinner to begin your Costa Rica value tour.

San José – Monteverde

Day 2

Duration: 1

Accommodation: El Establo Mountain

Tick off San José’s iconic sights with a quick sightseeing tour before travelling towards the creative little town of Sarchí. Seen as the cradle of Costa Rican artisanship, this is the place to buy intricate arts, crafts and souvenirs including the hand-painted and bright coloured oxcart, the national symbol of Costa Rica. The journey continues through the Tilaran Mountain range listening for the collective “oohs” and “aahs” as you enter the mysterious and misty Cloud Forest.

Monteverde sightseeing and free time

Day 3

Duration: 1

Accommodation: El Establo Mountain

Step into another world on your Costa Rica value tour in the Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve. Learn about the thousands of plant and animal species that thrive in this area, many of which only exist right here, from your Travel Director. Keep your ears open for the sounds of hummingbirds, howler monkeys, sloths, toucans, and if you’re really lucky, the Quetzal bird. Leaving the forest on a nature high, you’ll have time to relax this afternoon, or choose from a selection of Choice Experiences, like the ‘El Trapiche’ tour, where you’ll get to visit sugarcane, banana, orange and coffee plantations.

Monteverde – Arenal

Day 4

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Arenal Montechiari

Bubbling hot springs and geothermal activity, wildlife and of course the sleeping giant, Arenal Volcano, Arenal Volcano National Park is one of the jewels in Costa Rica’s crown. Boasting outdoor pools, a butterfly garden, botanical gardens and tame iguanas roaming the grounds.

Arenal full day sightseeing

Day 5

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Arenal Montechiari

Best way to explore Arenal’s private reserve? On a guided hike, of course! Be astounded by leftover lava rocks and boulders and plunge through the forest for views of the volcano and Arenal Lake. Next up: Reach all new heights at Arenal Hanging Bridges Park. Join a Local Specialist for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience on a ‘sky walk’ through the jungle canopy. Keep your eyes peeled on the suspension bridges while spotting birdlife. To round off the day of your Costa Rica value tour, let your worries drift away over a dip at local hot springs before heading back to your resort.

Arenal sightseeing and free time

Day 6

Duration: 1

Accommodation: Arenal Montechiari

If a tranquil river float and wildlife search sounds like you, you won’t want to miss this morning’s safari float down the Peñas Blancas River. Paired up with a Local Guide, you’ll love spotting monkeys, sloths, iguanas, caimans and tropical birds. Visit a local family, and learn how connected the people of Costa Rica are to their natural environment.

Arenal – Depart San José

Day 7

Duration: 1

Your Costa Rica value tour comes to an end this morning. Transfer back to San José International Airport, arriving at approximately 11:00 AM.

Dates & prices

Start Date: 2025-05-24

End Date: 2025-05-30

twin

Child Price: 2585

Adult Price: 2850

triple

Child Price: 2474

Adult Price: 2739

single

Child Price:

Adult Price: 3669

Start Date: 2025-06-14

End Date: 2025-06-20

twin

Child Price: 2585

Adult Price: 2850

triple

Child Price: 2474

Adult Price: 2739

single

Child Price:

Adult Price: 3669

Start Date: 2025-10-18

End Date: 2025-10-24

twin

Child Price: 2585

Adult Price: 2850

triple

Child Price: 2474

Adult Price: 2739

single

Child Price:

Adult Price: 3669

Start Date: 2025-11-15

End Date: 2025-11-21

twin

Child Price: 2585

Adult Price: 2850

triple

Child Price: 2474

Adult Price: 2739

single

Child Price:

Adult Price: 3669

Start Date: 2025-12-13

End Date: 2025-12-19

twin

Child Price: 2585

Adult Price: 2850

triple

Child Price: 2474

Adult Price: 2739

single

Child Price:

Adult Price: 3669

Costa Rica Adventure

Tour Advisors

Itinerary

Dates & prices