Costa Rica Volcano-Mountain- Beach

COSTA RICA VOLCANO, MOUNTAIN & BEACH 9 days - 8 nights
VALID FROM JANUARY TO October 30 th 2012

Minimum 2 people

Price per person
2012 Rates
Firts Class Accommodation ( 4 Stars Up )	Tourist Class Accommodation ( 3 Stars Up )

Price per person US$2034 based on Single occupancy Price per person US$1304 based on Double occupancy Price per person US$1121 based on Triple occupancy	Price per person US$1790 based on Single occupancy Price per person US$1157 based on Double occupancy Price per person US$1030 based on Triple occupancy

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Day 01: Arrival back to top
Meet and greet at Juan Santamaría International airport and private transfer to selected hotel in San José.

Night in San José.
Day 02: San José − Arenal back to top

Breakfast in the hotel. Shared tour to Arenal Volcano and Hot Springs (Entrance fee, lunch and dinner included).

Night in selected hotel in Arenal.

Few sites in Costa Rica inspire more respect and admiration than the Arenal Volcano. Located in the northern region, this impressive volcano is a natural phenomenon that attracts many tourists, thanks to its permanent and trusted volcanic activity. Sometimes lava can be seen flowing down the sides of the volcano and, if Mother Nature permits, you may have the pleasure of seeing a spectacular eruption. However, its upper part is often covered with clouds. On the way to La Fortuna, a stop is made in Sarchi, the country's most famous crafts and souvenir town. As the trip continues, we will pass by different plantations of tropical crops and ornamental plants and also cattle ranches.

Lunch is taken in a cozy restaurant with an excellent view of the volcano. After lunch, a visit to the Arenal Lake is made. To end the afternoon, relax in one of the best thermal water places in the area where you can enjoy a healthy and relaxing soak.

After dinner, transfer to your hotel in La Fortuna.

Day 03: Arenal back to top

Breakfast in the hotel. Day at leisure to relax, explore the area on your own or take an optional tour.

Night in selected hotel in Arenal area.

Day 04: Arenal – Monteverde back to top

Breakfast in the hotel.

Shared boat transfer via Arenal Lake to Monteverde.

This service, half tour half transfer, is a picturesque and fastest way to go to Monteverde from Arenal Volcano area. After a 30 minute ride to the dam, you will board a very comfortable and safe pontoon boat. After crossing the lake, (a 30 to 40 minutes boat ride), you will arrive to Río Chiquito, a little town at the other side. Arenal Lake is the largest and the most important lake in Costa Rica. It was man made in 1974 to provide hydroelectric energy for the country. It is also a place where you can find different kinds of resident and migratory bird; sometimes mammals such as monkeys and sloths can be seen. In addition, in a clear day, there are great views of the Arenal Volcano. Once at Río Chiquito, a bus will take passengers to selected hotel in Monteverde.

The town of Monteverde, located at the south end of the cloud forest, had its beginnings in the early 1950s with the impetus of a group of Quakers from the United States, a group that came to Costa Rica attracted by its pacific inclinations and disarmament. They established themselves in the region and devoted themselves to produce milk and quality cheeses. Monteverde is located 172 kilometers northeast of San José. The climate is template and humid, with and average of 17oC (60oF). Nights are cool and sometimes even cold, especially when the trade winds blow.

Night in selected hotel in Monteverde area.

Day 05: Monteverde back to top

Breakfast in the hotel.

In the morning, Adventure Combo Tour in Selvatura, including Canopy Tour, Suspention Bridges, visit to the Butterfly Garden and transportation.

Selvatura Park is a cloud forest conservation project where a wide variety of tours are hosted. Visitors can glide through cables and zip lines through the cloud forest or take the Treetop Walkways consisting of a 3–kilometre trail and eight different bridges.

The Park also has a butterfly garden hosting more than 50 different species of butterflies and a hummingbird garden, a treat for photography lovers and a spectacular show for anyone who loves nature.

There is also an Education Center with a large private insect collection, property of world famous entomologist Dr. Richard Whitten.A Cloud Forest History Walk teaches visitors about the natural history of Monteverde. and all about the cloud forest ecosystem.

Night in selected hotel in Monteverde.

Day 06: Monteverde – Tamarindo Beach back to top

Breakfast in the hotel. Shuttle transfer to Tamarindo Beach.

Night in selected hotel in Tamarindo Beach.

Day 07: Tamarindo Beach back to top

Breakfast in the hotel. Day at leisure to relax at the beach or to take an optional tour.

Night in selected hotel in Tamarindo Beach.

Day 08: Tamarindo Beach – San José back to top

Breakfast in the hotel. Around noon, shuttle transfer back to San José.

Night in selected hotel in San José.

Day 09: Departure back to top

Breakfast in the hotel. Transfer to Juan Santamaría International Airport. Check in at airline counter must be done three hours prior to flight departure.

End of the Services.

INCLUDED IN THE FEE

Private arrival and departure transfers
English speaking assistance
Daily breakfast
Shuttle transfers as specified in the itinerary
2 nights in selected hotel in San José
2 nights in selected hotel in Arenal
2 nights in selected hotel in Monteverde
2 nights in selected hotel in Tamarindo
Guided visit to Arenal Volcano and Tabacón Hot Springs
Entrance fee, lunch and dinner included
Adventure Combo Tour in Selvatura, including Canopy Tour, Suspention Bridges, visit to the Butterfly Garden and transportation
Hotel taxes

NOT INCLUDED IN THE FEE

Meals and beverages not mentioned in the program
Optional tours or ground services not specified in the itinerary
Tips to tour guides & drivers
Local and/or international phone calls
Personal and/or medical expenses
Costa Rica departure tax (us$28,00 per person)
Air tickets to/from Costa Rica