Classic Costa Rica

Day 1 Central Valley      
Arrive in San José and transfer to your hotel in the lush Central Valley.  

Day 2 Central Valley      
Enjoy a day at leisure. Why not visit a coffee plantation to learn about the coffee producing process from bean to cup?  

Day 3 Central Valley to Tortuguero NP  
Depart early and journey by road towards the Caribbean coast through an increasingly tropical landscape. Continue by boat along winding jungle-lined canals to reach your lodge. Enjoy an afternoon tour to the village of Tortuguero and learn about the sea turtles which visit the area every year to nest (Jul - Sep).  

Day 4 Tortuguero NP          
Explore the Tortuguero National Park on guided tours by boat and by foot. This unique environment is home to a huge variety of wildlife including monkeys, sloths and many species of colourful birds.

Day 5 Tortuguero NP to Arenal          
Travel by boat and road to the small town of La Fortuna, in the shadow of the impressive cone of the Arenal Volcano.  

Day 6 Arenal          
Take an exciting treetop tour along hanging bridges through the rainforest, enjoying sensational views and learning about the different flora and fauna of the area.

Day 7 Arenal          
The day is yours to relax by the pool or visit the wonderful hot springs.

Day 8 Arenal to Monteverde          
Today’s scenic journey to Monteverde will take you through beautiful landscapes and across the waters of Lake Arenal.

Day 9 Monteverde          
Enjoy a fascinating early morning excursion into the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve. Look out for the diverse range of birdlife and other fauna which call the forest home.  

Day 10 Monteverde to Manuel Antonio NP        
Drive from the cool temperatures of the cloud forest to the warmer Pacific coast. Stay in the town of Manuel Antonio beside the popular national park.    

Day 11 Manuel Antonio NP      
Discover the national park on a leisurely guided hike. Look out for toucans, brightly coloured macaws, sloths and troops of playful monkeys whilst taking in the breathtaking ocean views.        

Day 12 Manuel Antonio NP      
Today is free for you to discover more of this beautiful area.      

Day 13 Manuel Antonio NP to San José
After breakfast return to San José for your onward travel arrangements.