Central America
Costa Rica Guided-Costsaver Tour
From Original price was: R32,750.R29,475Current price is: R29,475.
Per person sharing
Valid
24 May 2025 - 13 December 2025
Travel outside of these dates may be subject to supplements and increases
7 DAY COSTA RICA TOUR FROM SAN JOSE TO MONTEVERDE
Bubbling mud pools, rainforests teeming with wildlife, and an active volcano are all yours for the taking on this adventure. Starting in the cultural capital city of San Jose, visit turtle nesting grounds and sky walk through the rainforest canopy to create enriching and unforgettable memories.
Includes
- 6 Nights' accommodation in twin or triple share hotels throughout (Costa Rica)
- Services of a professional Trip Manager
- 6 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 2 Dinners
- Transport throughout in an air-conditioned coach equipped with power-points, Wi-Fi and reclining seats
Excludes
- Flights and related taxes (Ask us we can arrange this!)
- Travel insurance (Highly recommended!)
- Meals not mentioned and beverages
- All items of a personal nature
- Anything not mentioned
Day 1
ARRIVE SAN JOSÉ
Ahh, Costa Rica. Let the Pura Vida way of life take over as you arrive in San Jose. Trendy Barrio Amon offers a glimpse into the history of the city with colonial mansions converted into art galleries, while Barrio Escalante is a foodie’s paradise and the best place to grab dinner to begin your Costa Rica value tour.
AccommodationCrowne Plaza San José Corobicí
Day 2
SAN JOSÉ – MONTEVERDE
Tick off San José’s iconic sights with a quick sightseeing tour before travelling towards the creative little town of Sarchí. Seen as the cradle of Costa Rican artisanship, this is the place to buy intricate arts, crafts and souvenirs including the hand-painted and bright coloured oxcart, the national symbol of Costa Rica. The journey continues through the Tilaran Mountain range listening for the collective “oohs” and “aahs” as you enter the mysterious and misty Cloud Forest.
AccommodationEl Establo Mountain Hotel, Monteverde
Included Meals
Breakfast
Day 3
MONTEVERDE SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME
Step into another world on your Costa Rica value tour in the Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve. Learn about the thousands of plant and animal species that thrive in this area, many of which only exist right here, from your Travel Director. Keep your ears open for the sounds of hummingbirds, howler monkeys, sloths, toucans, and if you’re really lucky, the Quetzal bird. Leaving the forest on a real nature high, why not end the day with a tasty ‘El Trapiche’ Choice Experience tour visiting sugarcane, banana, orange and coffee plantations?
AccommodationEl Establo Mountain Hotel, Monteverde
Included Meals
Breakfast
Day 4
MONTEVERDE – ARENAL
Bubbling hot springs and geothermal activity, wildlife and of course the sleeping giant, Arenal Volcano, Arenal Volcano National Park is one of the jewels in Costa Rica’s crown. Boasting outdoor pools, a butterfly garden, botanical gardens and tame iguanas roaming the grounds, your secluded resort on the banks of the San Carlos River will make you feel like you’ve entered a little corner of heaven.
AccommodationTilajari Hotel Resort and Conference Center
Included Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Day 5
ARENAL FULL DAY SIGHTSEEING
Best way to explore Arenal’s private reserve? On a guided hike, of course! Be astounded by leftover lava rocks and boulders and plunge through the forest for views of the volcano and Arenal Lake. Next up: Reach all new heights at Arenal Hanging Bridges Park. Join a Local Specialist for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience on a ‘sky walk’ through the jungle canopy. Keep your eyes peeled on the suspension bridges while spotting birdlife. To round off the day of your Costa Rica value tour, let your worries drift away over a dip at local hot springs before heading back to your resort.
AccommodationTilajari Hotel Resort and Conference Center
Included Meals
Breakfast
Day 6
ARENAL SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME
If a tranquil river float and wildlife search sounds like you, you won’t want to miss this morning’s safari float down the Peñas Blancas River. Paired up with a Local Specialist, you’ll love spotting monkeys, sloths, iguanas, caimans and tropical birds. Visit a local family, and learn how connected the people of Costa Rica are to their natural environment. Free afternoon? Your optionals are endless. Take a dip in the pool, shop or choose a horseback riding Choice Experience through the rainforest.
AccommodationTilajari Hotel Resort and Conference Center
Included Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7
RENAL – SAN JOSÉ
Your Costa Rica value tour comes to an end this morning. and transfer back to San José International Airport, arriving at approximately 12:00 PM.
Included Meals
Breakfast
Terms and Conditions
- Conditions and validities apply.
- This offer is subject to availability
- Prices may change due to seasonal and exchange rate fluctuations
- Visas may be necessary and Insurance is essential
- Accommodation is per person sharing, unless otherwise specified
- Errors and omissions in this offer are excepted
- Subject to IGO Travel's general Conditions of Business
- Excludes high season/school holidays, block out dates may apply
- This special is on select departures only.
- IGO TRAVEL reserves the right to remove this special at any time without prior notice.
Why we like it
Bubbling mud pools, rainforests teeming with wildlife, and an active volcano are all yours for the taking on this adventure. Starting in the cultural capital city of San Jose, visit turtle nesting grounds and sky walk through the rainforest canopy to create enriching and unforgettable memories.
