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Classic Costa Rica

5 days, San José to La Fortuna

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Experience Costa Rica your own way (with a little help from our Chief Experience Officer) through this five-day tour that you can fit into the busiest of schedules. Explore volcanic regions, meander through the cloud forest of Monteverde, and venture to the adventure capital of La Fortuna where endless adrenaline-pumping activities are at your fingertips. With a ton of customizations and optional activities available, a tailor-made Central American experience awaits.

5 days

San José to La Fortuna

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Trip Code: CRAL

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Experience Costa Rica your own way (with a little help from our Chief Experience Officer) through this five-day tour that you can fit into the busiest of schedules. Explore volcanic regions, meander through the cloud forest of Monteverde, and venture to the adventure capital of La Fortuna where endless adrenaline-pumping activities are at your fingertips. With a ton of customizations and optional activities available, a tailor-made Central American experience awaits.

Is this tour for me?

Travel Style: Classic

All of the highlights, culture, access, and I-can’t-believe-we-did-that moments, all at a great price.

Service Level: Standard

Comfortable tourist-class accommodations with character; mix of public and private transport.

Physical Rating: 2 - Light

Light walking and hiking suitable for most fitness levels. Nothing too challenging.

Trip Type: Small Group

Small group experience; Max 16, avg 12

Age requirement: 12+

All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

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5 days

San José to La Fortuna

Sold Out

There are no departure dates currently available for the rest of this season. Some tours only run during parts of the year.

Trip Code: CRAL

Need a flight? We can help.

Call us to book your flights! We'll find you the best option!

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Trees planted for this trip: 5

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Places visited

Itinerary

Day 1San José

Arrive at any time. Arrival transfer included.

Exclusive Inclusions:

Your Welcome Moment Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group

Day 2San José/Monteverde

Drive along winding roads to the quaint town of Monteverde, surrounded by cloudforest. Enjoy free time in the afternoon to explore, and opt to fly across canopy ziplines, walk across suspended bridges through the forest canopy, or go horseback riding in the hills.

Exclusive Inclusions:

Your G for Good Moment Life Monteverde Experience

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 3Monteverde/La Fortuna

Opt to tour a local cloudforest reserve during a free morning. Travel by bus and boat through the stunning scenery to Costa Rica's adrenaline capital, La Fortuna, which boasts the stunning backdrop of Arenal Volcano.

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 4La Fortuna

Enjoy a free day for optional activities such as whitewater rafting, waterfall rappelling, or relaxing in local hot springs. Enjoy a final evening with the group.

Exclusive Inclusions:

Your Discover Moment

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 5La Fortuna

Depart at any time. With so many optional activities in La Fortuna, booking additional days here is recommended.

Meals included:

Breakfast
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What's Included

  • Your G for Good Moment: Life Monteverde Experience, Monteverde
  • Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
  • Your Discover Moment: La Fortuna
  • Arrival transfer
  • Free time in Monteverde and La Fortuna
  • All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Accommodations

Hotels (4 nts).

Meals

4 breakfasts
Allow USD185-240 for meals not included.

Transportation

Private vehicle, boat, local bus, walking.

Staff & experts

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.

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Departures

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Classic Costa Rica

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