Classic Costa Rica Youth Adventure - 13 days
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Overview
Highlights
- San Jose - Join a guided walking tour of the Costa Rican capital, taking in all of the city's main landmarks with a local guide
- La Fortuna - Trek around Arenal Volcano, explore the surrounding jungle on a night-time nature walk, relax in hot springs and meet a local family
- Rio Celeste National Park - Marvel at the shimmering turquoise waterfall of this verdant national park
- Rincon de la Vieja - Stay in a lodge surrounded by the wild Rincon de la Vieja National Park and enjoy a hike into the jungle
- Samara - Relax on the stunning beaches of the Guanacaste coast, with a guided excursion to explore the area and a full day at leisure
- Esterillos - Spend a day exploring this lesser-visited coastal town, with time to relax on the beach and go surfing
- Manuel Antonio National Park - Spot sloths and other wildlife as we explore Costa Rica's most-visited national park
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Trip includes
- 12 breakfasts, 2 lunches & 1 dinner
- 12 nights 3-star hotels (all twin accommodation apart from some triple rooms in La Fortuna)
- Escorted by a tour leader, with local guides for included sightseeing
- Airport arrival transfer on day 1
- All transportation in private and public vehicles, including buses, boats and ferries
- San Jose walking tour
- Entrance to Ox Cart Museum
- Local farm visit & lunch in La Fortuna
- Guided trekking along Arenal Volcano trails
- Natural hot springs in La Fortuna
- La Fortuna guided night-time jungle walk
- Maleku cultural visit
- Rio Celeste National Park entrance
- Rincon de la Vieja National Park entrance
- Guided Liberia walking tour
- Pottery demonstration
- Beach hopping day along the Guanacaste coast
- Manuel Antonio National Park entrance
- Crocodile Bridge
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Itinerary
Upon arrival in San Jose, we will meet you at the airport and take you directly to our hotel. You'll have ample time to rest before we get together with the group for a welcome dinner at around 19:00, so you can get to know everyone before our adventure begins tomorro...
San Jose - La Fortuna. Today, we explore Costa Rica's capital, San Jose on a walking tour of the city. Our local guide will showcase the fascinating architecture and historical landmarks at every turn. Afterward, we'll depart the city and head to La Fortuna, making a ...
We'll get even closer to Arenal Volcano today with a trek into the jungle and around the volcano. We'll explore various trails, each providing stunning views of the volcano and its lava fields. As evening descends and the sun sets, a different world of wildlife comes ...
Today is our final day in La Fortuna, and we begin with a visit to a local family, who have lived in La Fortuna for generations. They will guide us around their farm, where we might observe some of the wildlife that shares their home. You'll learn about the harvesting...
La Fortuna - Rio Celeste National Park - Rincon de la Vieja. Leaving La Fortuna, our first stop today is at a traditional Maleku house. The Maleku are one of Costa Rica's indigenous groups, and this visit provides a unique opportunity to learn about their traditional ...
Get ready for an adventure in Rincon de la Vieja National Park, where the jungle trails are a great place to take in some of Costa Rica's incredible biodiversity. In the morning, we'll hike through the park, exploring volcanic vents and mud pits, and encountering its ...
Rincon de la Vieja - Liberia - Samara. Our journey continues as we make our way towards Samara. On the way, we’ll stop in Liberia for lunch (no, not that one!) and take a brief walking tour with a local guide to experience a more authentic side of Costa Rica. Followi...
Pack your beach towel and sunscreen because today we're exploring the breathtaking coastline of Guanacaste. We'll visit several nearby beaches, often regarded as some of the most beautiful in Costa Rica, complete with palm trees, white sand, crystal-clear blue waters,...
Today is completely free for you to explore everything Samara has in store, or to do absolutely nothing - it's up to you. Whether you're interested in a calming yoga session or something more adventurous like a surf lesson or sea kayaking with snorkelling, there's something for everyone. Alternatively, relaxing by the sea with a cold drink and soaking up the sun is always a great choice.
Samara - Esterillos. This morning, we journey south to Esterillos, a beachside haven famous for its surfing. This is a relatively quiet corner of Costa Rica and it's not unusual to find this vast beach nearly deserted. This picturesque town and its beach often go unno...
Esterillos - Manuel Antionio National Park - Esterillos. Today, we are visiting the breathtaking Manuel Antonio National Park, so make sure your camera is at the ready! As Costa Rica's most visited national park, you'll soon see why during our exploration of its jungl...
Esterillos - San Jose. Departing the coast, we begin our journey back to San Jose. En route, we'll pause at the Crocodile Bridge, providing an excellent view of these remarkable prehistoric animals. Once we have checked back into the hotel, you'll have one last chance...
Our tour comes to an end today. You can depart this morning, making your own way to the airport or your next destination. Although there is no departure transfer included, your tour leader will be available to help you plan your onward travel and is on hand to assist you. Safe travels!
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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.
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