Explore the Wonders of Costa Rica: 8-Day Tour Itinerary

Enjoy beautiful Costa Rica on this eight-day tour, including wonderful cloud forests and nature trails; an incredible opportunity to see wildlife and cultural experiences to get closer to the Costa Rican essence. You will fall in love with this paradise.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

Monteverde:

A true nature lovers paradise with a marvellous diversity of wildlife and plant life. Monteverde Cloud Forest is unique from Costa Rica's other rainforests, with a constant mist that looks like clouds and gives the forest its name. Monteverde is a unique blend of natural beauty and tranquillity combined with adventure and adrenaline activities, cultural and culinary experiences to discover the secrets of the forest!

Tamarindo:

The most developed beach on the vibrant Nicoya Peninsula and one of Costa Rica's best-known surf spots. Tamarindo beach is also a wonderland of adventure and has the serenity of a tropical getaway. This is a destination for anyone that is travelling through Costa Rica, from newlyweds to families. Great swimming, surf, fishing, and water sports during the day, buzzing nightlife come sunset.

Itinerary

Day 1:

Welcome to Costa Rica! A representative will greet you and assist you at the airport. Shared transfer from airport to the hotel in San Jose city. Upon arrival, check-in and enjoy leisure time to refresh, relax and get comfortable in your hotel room. Explore by your own the city and its surroundings.

Overnight in San Jose.

Day 2:

Early breakfast at the hotel. Around 7:00 am a representative will pick you up at the lobby and take you on a shared transfer to your next destination: Monteverde Cloud forest region. Upon arrival check-in and get comfortable in your room and around 2:00 pm, be ready to discover a part of the essence of Monteverde. This is a region where nature, culture and livelihoods merge like nowhere else. On a shared guided tour, walk the path that will take you to get to know the past and present of this pioneer community in the middle of the clouds. Their participation contributes directly to sustainability initiatives. You will learn about history and culture innovations in sustainability, the role of women in local development, the production of organic chocolate, the artisan ecological treasures and their conservation local artists and creative works. This is an experience of 2.5 hours approximate. Rest of the day at leisure.

Overnight in Monteverde.

Day 3:

Have a rich breakfast at the hotel and around 10:00 am a representative will pick you up at the lobby to take you to Selvatura Parks treetop walkways. You will enjoy a self-guided tour walking through the bridges. Pay attention to the opportunity to appreciate the wide variety of flora and fauna of Monteverde and observe the endemic biodiversity of the cloud forest canopy which is not found anywhere else in the world. The treetop walkways tour consists of 1.9 miles of trails and with various lengths which range between 170 feet and 560 feet. Also, discover one of the largest butterfly gardens in the Americas, with an area of 300 feet long by 90 feet wide and 50 feet tall, a great dome structure covered by a special structure that helps control the temperature inside the garden, which enables our garden to host more than 30 different species of butterflies from different altitudes and climates found throughout Costa Rica. To end this adventure, visit the hummingbird garden and observe more than 14 different species of hummingbirds. At the garden, the relaxing ambience and with beautiful natural floral arrangements provide a perfect setting for nature photography lovers. The hummingbird garden is also a perfect rest or picnic area. Once your visit is finished, shared transport will be available to take you back to your hotel at the time previously coordinated in the park.

Overnight in Monteverde.

Day 4:

Recharge your energies with breakfast at the hotel and around 9:30 am a representative will pick you up at the lobby and take you to an entertaining experience: the 3 in 1 Coffee Tour. A unique experience between culture and tradition. The coffee tour, which begins with the wonderful history of coffee in the world, followed by its history in our country and importance in Costa Rica's development. The second part of this tour is the famous chocolate tour, which is a differential feature, and the perfect complement for coffee, it's a contributor to rescuing the traditions and culture of our country. You will have an experience between aromas and history, where you will participate in the chocolate process and be able to enjoy, share and taste the fruit of the cocoa. The third part of the tour will be about sugar cane, where you'll learn about its history, plantations, different types of harvest, processing, obtainment of various products and you'll be able to live the experience of handcrafting sugar cane juice. The duration approximate of the tour is 2.5 hours. Rest of the day at leisure to relax or continue exploring Monteverde on your own.

Overnight in Monteverde.

Day 5:

Enjoy a tasty breakfast at the hotel and around 9:00 am check-out and departure on a shared transfer to your next destination: Tamarindo beach, a beach town on Costa Rica's north Pacific, the world-famous Gold Coast, best known for its white-sand beaches and spectacularly azure Pacific waters. Enjoy a relaxing time at the hotel facilities or exploring this vibrant beach town.

Overnight in Tamarindo.

Day 6:

Indulge in a rich breakfast at the hotel. Today take advantage of free time to rest on the beach, cool off in the pool, shop and discover the town of Tamarindo and its surroundings on your own.

Overnight in Tamarindo.

Day 7:

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. Leisure morning to enjoy the sun and the beach. Around 1:00 pm, join a sunset catamaran. Meet your guide at the meeting point previously indicated. Once onboard, you silently glide along Costa Rica's Gold Coast while passing some of Guanacaste's exotic bays, white-sand beaches, and tropical jungles. Gaze off the bow with a cold tropical drink, prepared and served by the crew, as you scan the seas for dolphins, sea turtles, flying fish, or even a breaching whale. Stop in a tranquil bay, drop anchor, and frolic in the blue Pacific. Snorkel in the bay or run down the deserted white sand beach while the ever-helpful crew prepares a BBQ meal (included). Hear the waves slide along the giant catamaran as the sun sets, illuminating the clouds left in the sky. This experience takes an approximate of 4 hours.

Overnight in Tamarindo.

Day 8:

Wake up to one last breakfast at the hotel. Around 8:00 am a representative will pick you up at the lobby and take you on shared transportation to Juan Santamaria International Airport.

Inclusions

• Operated with English- and Spanish-speaking local guides during the scheduled activities. Please note you will be accompanied by local guides for the activities only. There is no guarantee that you will be part of a group, or part of the same group during the tour.
• 7 nights accommodation
• Standard and Superior Hotel options across different locations including San Jose, Monteverde, and Tamarindo.
• 7 Breakfasts
• Arrival and departure shared transfer in an air-conditioning bus from/ to Juan Santamaria Airport
• Shared transportation in an air-conditioning bus throughout the tour
• All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary: Monteverde cultural and historical tour (Day 2), Self-guided tour to Selvatura Hanging bridges, butterflies and hummingbird garden in Monteverde (Day 3), Coffee, Chocolate and Sugar Cane tour (Day 4), Sunset Catamaran with BBQ lunch and snorkelling equipment (Day 7)
• Meet & Greet

Exclusions

• Visa fees
• Domestic flights
• International flights
• Drinks during meals (unless specified otherwise)
• Optional tours (if any)
• City tax not included, payable on the spot
• Any visit not mentioned in the program
• Porterage and gratuities
• Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals or items not stated explicitly in the program
• Any alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, mineral water, camera/video camera fee (if any)
• Travel Insurance or any loss or extra cost arising due to unforeseen circumstances such as flight delays, accidents, etc.

Embark on an eight-day journey through Costa Rica, combining serene cloud forests, vibrant wildlife, and rich cultural experiences. This adventure immerses you in the natural paradise of Monteverde, known for its cloud-like mist, diverse wildlife, and a range of activities from adventure to cultural explorations. Tamarindo Beach, as the most developed beach in the Nicoya Peninsula, offers a mix of adventure and relaxation, making it a perfect stop for every traveler. Enjoy surfing, water sports, and vibrant nightlife in this tropical paradise.

• Monteverde Cloud Forest is a sanctuary for nature enthusiasts, distinguished by its perpetual fog and offering a blend of tranquility, adventure, and cultural experiences.
• Tamarindo Beach, known for its surfing and as a prime spot in the Nicoya Peninsula, promises adventure, serenity, and a lively nightlife.

Important Notes:

• Itinerary and activities may change due to weather, technical issues, or security reasons.
• Early check-in, late check-out, and specific room requests are subject to availability.
• In Costa Rica, triple rooms may be a double room with an extra bed, which might not meet international triple room standards.
• No refunds for unused services; package splitting not allowed.