Tropical Costa Rica

Your itinerary

Day 1: Arrive San Jose, Costa Rica

Your tour begins in San Jose, the capital city of Costa Rica. Join Collette Worldwide Holidays in exploring this tropical paradise. Experience the lush forests, magnificent waterfalls, rumbling volcanoes, endless coastlines and diverse eco-systems in a place that preserves its delicate ecology for all to enjoy. Costa Rica offers a piece of paradise to all who visit.

Day 2: San Jose - San Carlos

Driving through the countryside, a dominant feature of the landscape is Poas Volcano, one of the widest craters in the world. You continue to San Carlos where you will enjoy a two night stay in a thermal spa resort, surrounded by a tropical rain forest and hot springs. (B, D)

Day 3: San Carlos - Cano Negro - San Carlos

Of all Costa Rica's nature preserves, the remote 20,000-acres of Cano Negro have the largest viewable selection of indigenous wildlife. Embark on a guided river boat trip in a panga (covered canoe), making frequent stops to watch and photograph the wildlife around you. Crocodiles, river otters, sloths, river turtles, exotic birds and rare butterflies are known to live in the area. Later this afternoon you arrive Tabacon Springs where you can submerge yourself in the soothing hot, mineral-rich waters. Enjoy a delightful dinner with magnificent views (weather permitting) of the impressive Arenal Volcano. (B, D)

Day 4: San Carlos - Monteverde

Start your day with a refreshing thermal water aerobics session at the hotel spa. Later, travel into the Monteverde Cloud Forest where trees grow to heights of 100 feet! Encounter the many thriving species of flora and fauna. During a visit to a local butterfly farm experience the habitats and development of these beautiful and delicate creatures. (B, D)

Day 5: Monteverde

A morning nature walk gives you a unique opportunity to discover the natural beauty of the Cloud Forest first hand. The forest is known to be the home of the world's largest population of the endangered quetzal. In the afternoon visit a local coffee production facility to experience first hand how a first choice bean is transformed into your morning cup of coffee. (B, D)

Day 6: Monteverde - Guanacaste

Today you travel to the scenic region of Guanacaste on the northwest Pacific coast. En route, a special stop is made at a local cooperative where locals provide an interesting demonstration showcasing handmade products. Later, you arrive at the beautiful Allegro Resort Papagayo, beautifully situated on the magnificent blue waters of Manazanillo Beach. Rest and relaxation go hand in hand with mesmerizing ocean views and lush tropical greenery. Enjoy a walk along the beach or relax by the pool. (B, L, D)

Day 7: Guanacaste

Your day is at leisure in this tropical paradise. This all-inclusive resort has daily activities by the pool and beach area and their own private beach club only 10 minutes away by boat. (B, L, D)

Day 8: Guanacaste - Sarchi - San Jose

A leisurely ride through the countryside brings you to Sarchi to shop and visit the local oxcart factory. Your evening is highlighted by a farewell dinner. (B, D)

Day 9: San Jose - Depart for Home

You depart Costa Rica with many pleasant memories of this beautiful country. (B)

Day 10: Arrive Home

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