Galapagos & Costa Rica tour

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Enjoy a guided tour of Quito. Upon arrival you will be met and transferred to the San Ramon cloud forest for two nights. Birdwatching excursion in the cloudforest.
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Overview

Trip type
Private Guided
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

    • Search for the resplendent quetzal and other birdlife in the cool Costa Rican cloud forest.
    • Get up close to the perfectly conical Volcan Arenal.
    • Undertake zip-lining, white water rafting as well as other activities around Arenal.
    • Relax on a beautiful Pacific beach.

What's this trip about?

    Enjoy a guided tour of Quito. Upon arrival you will be met and transferred to the San Ramon cloud forest for two nights. Birdwatching excursion in the cloudforest.

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityQuito
End CityPlaya Potrero

Travel Themes

  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Birding
  • National Parks
  • Relaxing Retreats

Destinations

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Itinerary

Day 1: Quito

Accommodation options: Hotel Hilton Colon, Casa Gangotena, La Casona de la Ronda & Patio Andaluz

On arrival in Quito you will be met and transferred to your hotel.

Day 2: Quito

Accommodation options: Hotel Hilton Colon, Casa Gangotena, La Casona de la Ronda & Patio Andaluz

Enjoy a guided tour of Quito.

Day 3: On-board ship (The Galapagos Islands)

Accommodation options: Yolita II

Transfer to the airport in time for your flight to the Galapagos Islands. Here you will be met by your guide and taken to your awaiting vessel. After a welcome aboard you will have your first excursions on the islands.

Day 4: On-board ship (The Galapagos Islands)

Accommodation options: Yolita II

The Galapagos Islands

Day 5: On-board ship (The Galapagos Islands)

Accommodation options: Yolita II

The Galapagos Islands

Day 6: On-board ship (The Galapagos Islands)

Accommodation options: Yolita II

The Galapagos Islands

Day 7: Guayaquil

Accommodation: Hotel Oro Verde

You will fly back to Guayaquil, where you will be met and taken to your hotel for the night.

Day 8: San Ramón

Accommodation: Villa Blanca Cloud Forest Hotel and Nature Reserve

Transfer to the airport in time for your flights to San Jose. Upon arrival you will be met and transferred to the San Ramon cloud forest for two nights.

Day 9: San Ramón

Accommodation: Villa Blanca Cloud Forest Hotel and Nature Reserve

Take a morning birdwatching excursion in the cloudforest. Rest of the day at leisure to relax or potentially book a ziplining excursion locally.

Day 10: Arenal Volcano

Accommodation options: Arenal Springs Hotel, Spring Villa, Nayara Springs, Nayara Springs, Casa Luna & Arenal Kioro

Transfer north to the beautiful Arenal volcano.

Day 11: Arenal Volcano

Accommodation options: Arenal Springs Hotel, Nayara Springs, Casa Luna & Arenal Kioro

Afternoon trip to the Arenal National Park to explore the lava fields.

Day 12: Playa Potrero

Accommodation: Bahia del Sol

You will be driven from Arenal to Playa Potrero for some relaxation on the beach.

Day 13: Playa Potrero

Accommodation: Bahia del Sol

Playa Potrero

Day 14: Playa Potrero

Accommodation: Bahia del Sol

Relax on the beach.

Day 15: Return home

Transfer by road back to San Jose in time for your return flight home.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $7,280
Price per day$455
Last Updated: 1/12/2022

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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