Costa Rica & Peru in 14 days - Pura Vida & Secrets of the Sacred Valley - Charm

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Combine the laid-back 'Pura Vida' with the mysteries of the Inca Empire on this unforgettable adventure! Admire the Arenal Volcano and enjoy the Guanacaste sunshine in the tropical paradise of Tamarindo. Explore charming Lima. Uncover the mysteries of the Sacred Valley and the Inca capital of Cuzco before reaching iconic Machu Picchu, a true wonder of the pas...
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Cuzco
    • Lima
    • Machu Picchu
    • Sacred Valley
    • Arenal
    • Guanacaste
    • Tamarindo

What's this trip about?

    Combine the laid-back 'Pura Vida' with the mysteries of the Inca Empire on this unforgettable adventure! Admire the Arenal Volcano and enjoy the Guanacaste sunshine in the tropical paradise of Tamarindo. Explore charming Lima. Uncover the mysteries of the Sacred Valley and the Inca capital of Cuzco before reaching iconic Machu Picchu, a true wonder of the past. Let's go!

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - max of 9 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transport
Start CityArenal
End CityArenal

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Nature & Wildlife
  • 50 Plus
  • Local Immersion & Homestays
  • National Parks

Destinations

Activities

  • Culture
  • Historic Sightseeing
  • History
  • Homestays & Cultural Immersion
  • Nature
  • Ruins & Archaeology

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 9

Trip includes

    • Departures from main US airports.
    • International flights: US - San José, Lima - US.
    • Internal flights: San José - Lima, Lima - Cuzco and Cuzco - Lima.
    • Train Journey from Sacred Valley - Aguas Calientes on board the Expedition Train. *
    • 13 nights accommodation in Charm and Superior category hotels.
    • 13 Breakfasts.
    • Transfers in air-conditioned vehicles.
    • Visits and entrance fees as indicated in the itinerary with an English-speaking guide.
    • All air taxes and fuel surcharge.
    • Compact Rental Car for 7 days (HYUNDAI ACCENT or similar). **
    • Exclusive access to Langosta Beach Club. ***

Itinerary

Day 1: US - San José - Arenal

Ready to live the 'Pura Vida'? Arrive at your departure airport to board a flight to San José. Arrive in the capital of Costa Rica, pick up your rental car and drive to your hotel in Arenal. Get some rest before your adventure begins in the morning. Overnight stay in Arenal.

Day 2: Arenal

Breakfast at the hotel. Free morning to enjoy at your leisure. In the afternoon, meet your guide in the hotel lobby and embark on a guided hike to the Arenal Volcano. Enjoy a hiking experience through trails marked with the remains of previous lava flows of the impres...

Day 3: Arenal

Breakfast at the hotel. Free day to enjoy the tranquillity of this beautiful natural environment. We recommend the optional horseback ride excursion.* Overnight stay in Arenal. * Optional Half-Day Horseback Ride Excursion: Set off on a scenic horseback ride to appreci...

Day 4: Arenal – Tamarindo

Breakfast at the hotel. Today, set off on an exciting Hanging Bridges Excursion. Admire the beauty of the forest and the backdrop of the Arenal Volcano and gain valuable insight into the native plant and animal species from your expert guide. Journey along a series of...

Day 5: Tamarindo

Breakfast at the hotel. Today enjoy the boat Safari Tamarindo Estuary: Discover the unique flora and fauna which inhabit the lush mangroves. Look out for noisy howler monkeys, crocodiles and iguanas, whilst appreciating the colourful birdlife above. Slowly travel alon...

Day 6: Tamarindo

Breakfast at the hotel. Free day to enjoy this tropical Costa Rican paradise located on the Pacific North Coast, with dreamy beaches bathed by the Guanacaste sun. We recommend an optional morning Catamaran Tour.* Overnight stay in Tamarindo. * Optional Catamaran Tour:...

Day 7: Tamarindo - San José - Lima

Breakfast at the hotel. Drive back to the capital. On arrival, drop off the rental car at the airport and take the flight to Lima. Arrive in Lima, the capital of Peru, situated on the Pacific Coast. Transfer to the hotel, and spend the rest of the day exploring the city's colonial streets and magical plazas at your leisure. Overnight stay in Lima.

Day 8: Lima

Breakfast at the hotel. Today, enjoy an informative and interesting city tour of Lima, including its Historic Centre and the Santo Domingo Convent. Start by exploring the districts of Miraflores and San Isidro before heading to the Historic Center. Visit the impressiv...

Day 9: Lima - Cuzco - Sacred Valley

Breakfast at the hotel. At the indicated time, transfer to the airport for a flight to Cuzco. Arrive in Cuzco, the former Inca capital, and transfer to the Sacred Valley, on the way stop at Awanakancha and savour the opportunity to explore this living museum, where an...

Day 10: Sacred Valley - Machu Picchu

Breakfast at the hotel. An exciting day at Machu Picchu awaits you this morning as you set off for the train station to board the Expedition Train to Aguas Calientes, admiring the landscape along the way. Arrive and transfer to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Machu ...

Day 11: Sacred Valley - Cuzco

Breakfast at the hotel. Set off towards Cuzco, with the opportunity to enjoy the optional Sacred Valley excursion along the way, to experience the best of the region.* Arrive in Cuzco and spend the remainder of the day at your leisure, enjoying the lively plazas at ni...

Day 12: Cuzco

Breakfast at the hotel. Today, set off on a fascinating half-day tour of Cuzco. Begin in the iconic Plaza de Armas, and visit the Cathedral. From here, walk to the Koricancha Temple, an impressive ancient Inca palace, in honour of the Sun God. Today, a Dominican churc...

Day 13: Cuzco - Lima

Breakfast at the hotel. At the indicated time, transfer to the airport for a flight to Lima. Arrive, transfer to the hotel and overnight stay in Lima.

Day 14: Lima - Night on board

Breakfast at the hotel. At the indicated time, transfer to the airport for a flight back to the US.

Day 15: US

Arrive in the US and end your trip.

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Price From $2,499
Price per day$179
Last Updated: 10/16/2024

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Logistics

Accommodation

13 nights accommodation in Charm and Superior category hotels.

Transportation & Flights

All transfers,

Transportation & flights

All transfers
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Meals Included
13 Breakfasts.
Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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Trip ID
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