Costa Rica
TOTAL COSTA RICA
TOTAL COSTA RICA
12 DAYS | 11 NIGHTS
Itinerary
Welcome to Costa Rica! Assistance and transfer from the Juan Santamaría International Airport to the hotel in San José. Overnight.
DAY 2 & 3 | San José
Breakfast included in the hotel Leisure days to explore the city by your own. Overnight
DAY 4| San José ● Arenal (B)
Breakfast included in the hotel & Check Out. At the agreed time, transfer to your next destination, La Fortuna de San Carlos, home of the majestic Arenal Volcano. Rest of the day free to rest, enjoy the hotel facilities or explore the area on your own. Overnight.
DAY 5 | Arenal ● Kayak Tour (B)
Breakfast is included in the hotel. This day, enjoy a unique experience paddling in a kayak through the wonderful Lake Arenal, the largest in Costa Rica, which was built in 1974 to provide hydroelectric power for the country. On this tour you will see different species of birds such as kingfishers, blue herons, even howler monkeys. After a while of paddling, you can take a fresh dip in the water, without removing your vest for security reasons. Once finished enjoying the water, return to the shore of Lake Arenal. Overnight.
DAY 6 | Arenal ● Monteverde (B)
Breakfast included in the hotel & Check Out. At the agreed time, shared transfer to your next destination, the cloud forest of Monteverde, a paradise for nature lovers.
Rest of the day free to rest or explore the area on your own. Overnight.
DAY 7 | Monteverde (B)
Breakfast is included in the hotel. Prepare to live a dose of adrenaline in the adventure park Selvatura experiencing the zip line, where you will cross the canopy of the forest through 3 sections of cables in which there will be small walks between each section. The tour consists of 15 cables with 18 platforms and a Tarzan swing. This a complete experience that fuses adrenaline, fun and nature. Rest of the day free. Overnight.
DAY 8 | Monteverde ● Manuel Antonio (B)
Breakfast included in the hotel & Check Out. At the agreed time, transfer to your next destination, Manuel Antonio located on the Central Pacific coast, a true jewel with beautiful beaches and abundant flora and fauna. Rest of the day free to enjoy the hotel facilities or explore the area on your own. Overnight.
DAY 9 | Manuel Antonio (B, L)
Breakfast is included in the hotel. This day we will take you to explore the mangrove ecosystem in a comfortable boat that glides along the water while watching the birds and admires the abundant flora of the area. Walk through this sanctuary of channels and natural tunnels safely. Your experienced guide will point out species such as reptiles, anteaters, and monkeys. Lunch is provided before or after the boat trip. The start time of the tour is conditioned to the tide of the day. Overnight.
DAY 10 | Manuel Antonio (B)
Breakfast is included in the hotel. Free day to enjoy the beach and explore the area on your own. Overnight.
DAY 11 | Manuel Antonio ● San José (B)
Breakfast included in the hotel & Check Out. At the agreed time, shared transfer to San José. At night, our Representative will come to the hotel to take you to a gay nightlife tour in the city, visiting several entertainment clubs. Does not include entrance fees or drinks. After midnight, return to the hotel. Overnight.
DAY 12 | Departure (B)
Breakfast at the hotel & Check Out. At the agreed time, a transport will be picking you up at the hotel to transfer you to the Juan Santamaría International Airport to take your flight back home.
End of services.
- Private Transfer Airport – Hotel – Airport
- Shared Transfers between areas according to Itinerary
- 4 nights Lodging in San José
- 2 nights Lodging in Arenal
- 2 nights Lodging in Monteverde
- 3 nights Lodging in Manuel Antonio
- Meals mentioned in the Itinerary as included
- Excursions mentioned in the Itinerary as included
- Hotel taxes
SERVICES NOT INCLUDED
- Services not mentioned in the Itinerary
- Excursions not mentioned in the itinerary
- Meals and Alcoholic drinks not mentioned in the Itinerary
- Drinks and entrance fee during San José nightlife city tour
- Personal expenses
RECOMMENDATIONS
- Comfortable and light clothing is the most suitable for traveling in Costa Rica.
- Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or sparse clothing when visiting temples, religious or official buildings.
- Sun protection, sunglasses, hat or cap, swimsuit, comfortable walking shoes, sandals and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay.
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THE WOUNDERS OF COSTA RICA
THE WOUNDERS OF COSTA RICA
8 DAYS/ 7 NIGHTS
Itinerary
Our tour guide will be waiting for you at the International Airport and then transfer you to your hotel in San José. One night accommodation in San José.
DAY 2 SAN JOSE – ARENAL
Transfer from San José to the Arenal area after breakfast at the hotel, passing through the mountains of the Central Valley from where we can admire the coffee and tropical fruit plantations, arriving at the destination around noon. In the afternoon, a local tour guide will invite you to visit a trail Arenal Volcano National Park and finish the afternoon and evening relaxing at a Hot Spring Spa with dinner included.
DAY 3 ARENAL
Today, and after breakfast at the hotel, your local tour guide will take you to admire the lush tropical flora and fauna from the treetops through a walk on the hanging bridges of Mistiko Park. During the afternoon, you will visit Danaus Private Reserve, where you can observe and learn about the flora and fauna of the tropical forest. The rest of the afternoon is free to enjoy of the hotel facilities. Accommodation in Arenal.
DAY 4 ARENAL – MONTEVERDE
After breakfast, we will leave for the Monteverde area, enjoying a magnificent view bordering Arenal Lake, to reach the destination around noon. During the afternoon we will enjoy a canopy tour full of adrenaline. One night accommodation in Monteverde.
DAY 5 MONTEVERDE – MANUEL ANTONIO
After breakfast, during early hours in the morning, we will depart to visit the Monteverde Biological Reserve and its Hummingbird Garden, and then leave for Manuel Antonio Beach on the Central Pacific coast, arriving at the destination early in the evening. Three-night accommodation in Manuel Antonio.
DAY 6 MANUEL ANTONIO
During the morning and after breakfast, we will visit the fabulous Manuel Antonio National Park, with its beautiful internal beaches and its many paths that we will walk in search of sloths, various species of mammals and reptiles that can be observed. Also, your local tour guide will give you some free time to enjoy of its fresh waters and beautiful white sand beaches. Return to the hotel in the afternoon. Accommodation.
DAY 7 MANUEL ANTONIO
Free day to enjoy of the facilities of the hotel or the beach.
During the afternoon, we will depart on a cruise to enjoy the sunset on the Pacific Ocean as farewell to this beautiful country. Accommodation in Manuel Antonio.
DAY 8 MANUEL ANTONIO- AIRPORT
At a convenient time, we will transfer you to the international airport to take your return flight.
- Transfers airport / hotel / airport.
- Lodging at the mentioned destinations.
- Shuttle transfers between destinations.
- 8 breakfasts, 1 dinner.
- Hotel Taxes.
- Visit to Arenal Volcano National Park.
- Visit to Baldi hot water springs with dinner.
- Hanging Bridges at Mistiko Park.
- Visit to Danaus Private Reserve.
- Canopy tour in Monteverde.
- Visit to Monteverde Reserve and the hummingbirds garden.
- Visit to Manuel Antonio National Park.
- Manuel Antonio Sunset Cruise with snacks.
IT IS NOT INCLUDED
- Airport departure taxes ($29) if apply.
- Any other personal expenses, tips, etc.
- Any other activity not mentioned on the program.
- Alcoholic beverages.
RECOMMENDATIONS
- Comfortable and light clothing is the most suitable for traveling in Costa Rica.
- Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or sparse clothing when visiting temples, religious or official buildings.
- Sun protection, sunglasses, hat or cap, swimsuit, comfortable walking shoes, sandals and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay.
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THE BEST OF COSTA RICA
THE BEST OF COSTA RICA
10 DAYS/9 NIGHTS
Itinerary
Welcome to Costa Rica! Our local representative will take you from Juan Santamaría International Airport to the hotel in San José. 1 night Lodging.
DAY 2 SAN JOSÉ -TORTUGUERO (B, L, D)
Check out. Early in the morning a local representative will pick you up at the hotel to take you to Tortuguero (bus – boat), located on the north coast of the Caribbean. Stop en route to have breakfast in the city of Guápiles and continue by bus and then take the boat that will take you to your lodging in Tortuguero. The trip by boat is a naturalistic experience where you can appreciate the flora and fauna of the tropical jungle. Once at the lodge, enjoy the lunch around noon. Then you can enjoy a walk through the town of Tortuguero, visiting the Turtle Museum (donation $ 1). Free afternoon. Dinner at the hotel.
2 nights lodging.
DAY 3 TORTUGUERO (B, L, D)
Before breakfast, you can take a boat tour through the Tortuguero canals to admire the flora and fauna. Later, return to the hotel for breakfast. Rest of the day free to enjoy hotel facilities or some additional activity.
DAY 4 TORTUGUERO – ARENAL (B, L)
Breakfast at the hotel and check out. At the agreed time, you will take the boat and land transfer back to Guapiles where you will have lunch. 2 nights lodging
Option A Shared transfers: A local representative will pick you up at the restaurant in Guapiles after lunch to continue to the La Fortuna area of San Carlos, home of the majestic Arenal Volcano.
Option B Car Rental: At the agreed time, a representative of the car rental company will meet you at the restaurant in Guapiles to deliver the contract and the rental car after lunch. Drive to La Fortuna of San Carlos; take in consideration that the road trip will take around 2 and a half hours and it is convenient to arrive at the destination before nightfall.
DAY 5 ARENAL (B)
Breakfast at the hotel.
Optional Excursion: This day you will have the opportunity to enjoy a tour of the Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge considered one of the most spectacular sites for bird watching; it is also an excellent place to observe several species of mammals and reptiles. The, return to La Fortuna around 3:30 p.m. Lunch is included. Rest of the afternoon free. Tour available with or without transfers included (passengers can get directly to the starting point of the tour on their own).
DAY 6 ARENAL – MONTEVERDE (B)
Breakfast at the hotel and check out. 2 nights lodging
Option A Shared transfer: At the agreed time, a local representative will pick you up at the hotel to take you on a transfer from Arenal to Monteverde by bus and boat through Lake Arenal, arriving at the destination, around noon.
Option B Car Rental: Drive to the Monteverde cloud forest area; Consider that the road trip can take around 3 hours and it is convenient to arrive at the destination before nightfall.
DAY 7 MONTEVERDE (B)
Breakfast at the hotel. Free day to enjoy the beach or some optional activity.
DAY 8 MONTEVERDE – SAN JOSE (B)
Breakfast at the hotel and check out. 2 nights Lodging
Option A Shared transfer: At the agreed time, a local representative will pick you up at the hotel to transfer you to the city of San José arriving around noon.
Option B Car Rental: Drive to the city of San José; take in consideration that the road trip can take around 3 hours. At the agreed time, return the car with the rental company in the hotel lobby in San José.
DAY 9 SAN JOSE – TORTUGA ISLAND (B, L)
Breakfast at the hotel. This day you will have the opportunity to visit an island paradise. Early in the morning around 06:00 a.m. A local representative will take you to enjoy the Catamaran to Turtle Island in the Gulf of Nicoya, Central Pacific. A day full of sun and beach aboard a boat with music, fruits, and natural drinks on board. Once on the island you will have time to relax on the beach and enjoy a delicious lunch. Return to San José around 7:00 p.m.
DAY 10 SAN JOSE – AIRPORT (B)
Breakfast at the hotel and check out. At a convenient time, our representative will transfer you to the Juan Santamaria International Airport to take your flight back home.
- Lodging
- Option A: Arrival and Departure transfers and between areas in shared service (including Lake crossing Arenal Monteverde)
- Option B: Arrival and Departure transfer in shared service and car rental from Day 4 to Day 8.
- Daily breakfast, 4 lunches, 2 dinners.
- Boat Tour and entrance fee to Tortuguero National Park.
- One Day tour to Tortuga Island.
- Hotel taxes.
NOT INCLUDED:
- Departure taxes $29 per person.
- Personal expenses, tips and extras.
- Tours and additional services not mentioned.
- Alcoholic beverages.
- Rental Car insurance.
RECOMMENDATIONS
- Comfortable and light clothing is the most suitable for traveling in Costa Rica.
- Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or sparse clothing when visiting temples, religious or official buildings.
- Sun protection, sunglasses, hat or cap, swimsuit, comfortable walking shoes, sandals and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay.
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FROM THE ATLANTIC TO THE PACIFIC
FROM THE ATLANTIC TO THE PACIFIC
11 DAYS/10 NIGHTS
Itinerary
Welcome to Costa Rica! Our local representative will meet you at the Juan Santamaría International Airport and transfer you to the hotel in San José. 1 night Lodging.
DAY 2 SAN JOSÉ -TORTUGUERO (B, L, D)
Check Out early in the morning. Departure from San José to Tortuguero National Park located in the north Caribbean coast (transfer by land and boat in shared service). Stop for breakfast in route in the city of Guápiles and continue on the bus route to take the boat that will take you to your hotel in Tortuguero. The trip by boat is a naturalistic tour where you can appreciate the flora and fauna of the rainforest and the incredible view of the canals and lagoons. Arrive to the lodge around noon just in time for lunch. Afterwards, you can enjoy a walk through the town of Tortuguero, visiting the Turtle Museum (donation $ 1). Free afternoon. Dinner at the hotel. 2 nights lodging.
DAY 3 TORTUGUERO (B, L, D)
Before breakfast, you can take a boat tour through the Tortuguero canals to admire the flora and fauna. Later, return to the hotel for breakfast. Rest of the day free for some additional activity.
DAY 4 TORTUGUERO – PUERTO VIEJO (B, L)
Breakfast at the hotel and check out. At the agreed time, you will take the boat and land transfer back to Guapiles where you will have lunch. 2 nights Lodging.
Option A Shared transfer: At the agreed time, a local representative will pick you up at the restaurant in Guapiles after lunch to continue to Puerto Viejo located in the South Caribbean.
Option B Car Rental: At the agreed time, a representative of the car rental company will meet you at the restaurant in Guapiles and deliver the contract and the rental car after lunch. Drive to Puerto Viejo in the South Caribbean zone; take in consideration that the road trip will take about 3 hours and it is convenient to arrive at the destination before nightfall.
DAY 5 PUERTO VIEJO (B)
Breakfast at the hotel.
Optional Excursion: This day you will have the opportunity to enjoy a guided tour through the Cahuita National Park, home to one of the most important coral reefs in Costa Rica; you can walk along its paths and your naturalist guide will help you to understand the behavior of the abundant flora and fauna. Rest of the afternoon free. Tour available with or without transfers included (passengers can get directly to the starting point of the tour on their own).
DAY 6 PUERTO VIEJO – ARENAL (B)
Breakfast at the hotel and check out.
Option A Shared transfer: At the agreed time, a local representative will pick you up at the hotel to transfer you to La Fortuna of San Carlos, home of the majestic Arenal Volcano. 2 nights Lodging
Option B Car Rental: Drive to the Fortuna area of San Carlos; take in consideration that the road trip can take around 5 hours and it is convenient to arrive before nightfall.
DAY 7 ARENAL (B)
Breakfast at the hotel. Free day to enjoy the hotel facilities and explore the area.
DAY 8 ARENAL – TAMARINDO (B)
Breakfast at the hotel and check out. 2 nights Lodging.
Option A Shared transfer: At the agreed time, a local representative will pick you up at the hotel to transfer you to Tamarindo beach, Guanacaste, located on the north Pacific coast.
Option B Car Rental: Drive to Tamarindo beach, Guanacaste, on the north Pacific coast; take in consideration that the road trip will take about 4 hours and it is convenient to arrive at the destination before nightfall.
DAY 9 TAMARINDO (B)
Breakfast at the hotel. Free day to enjoy the beach.
DAY 10 TAMARINDO – SAN JOSÉ (B)
Breakfast at the hotel and check out. 1 night lodging
Option A Shared transfers: At the agreed time, a local representative will pick you up at the hotel to transfer you to the city of San José.
Option B Car Rental: Drive to the city of San José; take in consideration that the road trip can take around 3 hours. At the time agreed with the rental company, return the car in the hotel lobby in San José.
DAY 11 SAN JOSE – AIRPORT (B)
Breakfast at the hotel and check out. At the agreed time, our representative will pick you up at the hotel to transfer you to the Juan Santamaria International Airport to take your flight back home.
- Lodging
- Option A: Arrival and Departure transfers and between areas in shared service.
- Option B: Arrival and Departure transfer in shared service and car rental from Day 4 to Day 10.
- Daily breakfast.
- Boat Tour and entrance fee to Tortuguero National Park.
- Hotel taxes.
NOT INCLUDED:
- Departure taxes $29 per person.
- Personal expenses, tips and extras.
- Tours and additional services not mentioned.
- Alcoholic beverages.
- Rental Car insurance.
RECOMMENDATIONS
- Comfortable and light clothing is the most suitable for traveling in Costa Rica.
- Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or sparse clothing when visiting temples, religious or official buildings.
- Sun protection, sunglasses, hat or cap, swimsuit, comfortable walking shoes, sandals and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay.
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COSTA RICAN MOUNTAINS & BEACHES
COSTA RICAN MOUNTAINS & BEACHES
(Fly and Drive or Regular Transfers)
9 DAYS / 8 NIGHTS
Itinerary
Welcome at the airport by one of our representatives and transfer to the hotel in San José. 1 night accommodation in San José.
DAY 2 SAN JOSE – ARENAL
Breakfast at the hotel. In the early hours of the morning, a representative of the car rental company will come to deliver the car and the contract papers. If you did not rent a car, departure by minibus to the Arenal area. If you drive, head from San José to the Arenal area. Keep in mind that it could take around 3 hours to get to the Arenal Volcano area from San José and it is more convenient to arrive at the destination before nightfall. 2-night accommodation in Arenal.
DAY 3 ARENAL
Free day to enjoy of optional activities. In a few minutes by car, you can also visit the Arenal Volcano National Park. Likewise, if you do not drive, we can offer you this tour upon request.
DAY 4 ARENAL – MONTEVERDE
Breakfast at the hotel. Drive from Arenal area to Monteverde cloud forest area. Consider that it takes around 4 hours to reach Monteverde. 2-night accommodation in Monteverde. If you do not drive, departure by minibus to the Monteverde area.
DAY 5 MONTEVERDE
Free day to enjoy optional activities. In a few minutes, you can drive to Monteverde Private Reserve and the Hummingbird Garden. Likewise, this tour can be offered upon request.
DAY 6 MONTEVERDE – MANUEL ANTONIO
Breakfast at the hotel. Drive from Monteverde to the Central Pacific area, Manuel Antonio Beach. It will take about 4 hours by car. 2-night accommodation in Manuel Antonio. If you do not drive, a minibus will come to pick you up at your hotel to take you to Manuel Antonio area.
DAY 7 MANUEL ANTONIO
Free day to enjoy optional activities. You can visit, a few minutes from the hotel, Manuel Antonio National Park, and its beautiful white sand beaches. We also offer this tour organized by a local operator.
DAY 8 MANUEL ANTONIO – SAN JOSE
Breakfast at the hotel. Free morning to enjoy of the beach and at any time, drive from Manuel Antonio to San José, considering that you must return the car at the hotel in San José no later than 17 hours. It will take about 3 hours by car. Accommodation in San José. If you are not driving, choose to leave early in the morning or at the beginning of the afternoon by shuttle to San José. Lodging in San José.
DAY 9 SAN JOSE – AIRPORT
At a convenient hour, departure by shuttle to San José International Airport. Consider that it may take up to 30 minutes and that most airlines require passengers to be at the airport at least 3 hours before departure.
- Car rental from Day 2 to Day 8 / or shuttle transfers from and to all the destinations in the program.
- Airport assistance and transfers airport / hotel / airport.
- Lodging at all destinations in the program.
- Daily breakfast in all hotels.
- All legal taxes.
IT IS NOT INCLUDED
- Airport departure taxes ($29) if apply.
- Local or International calls.
- Any other personal expenses, tips, etc.
- Any meal not mentioned in the program.
- Any tour or activity mentioned on the program as available upon request.
RECOMMENDATIONS
- Comfortable and light clothing is the most suitable for traveling in Costa Rica.
- Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or sparse clothing when visiting temples, religious or official buildings.
- Sun protection, sunglasses, hat or cap, swimsuit, comfortable walking shoes, sandals and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay.
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COSTA RICA: LAND OF CONTRASTS
COSTA RICA: LAND OF CONTRASTS
10 DAYS / 9 NIGHTS
Itinerary
Our local guide will wait for you at the San José International Airport and transfer you to the hotel in San José.
DAY 2 SAN JOSÉ – TORTUGUERO
Transfer San José – Tortuguero (bus – boat). Departure from San José towards the north coast of the Caribbean, to Tortuguero National Park. Stop for breakfast in Guápiles and continue on the bus and then by boat all the way to Tortuguero. The boat trip is a naturalistic tour where you can appreciate the flora and fauna of the rainforest. Arrival around noon for lunch. Afterwards, you can enjoy a walk through the town of Tortuguero, visiting the Turtle Museum (donation $ 1). Free afternoon. Dinner at the hotel. 2-night accommodation in Tortuguero.
DAY 3 TORTUGUERO
Very early in the morning, around 6 a.m., we will take a boat tour through the Tortuguero canals, where you will have the opportunity to admire the lush flora and fauna of the tropical rainforest. You should bring with you the entrance fee to the park ($17). Then, return to the hotel for breakfast around 08:30 a.m. Rest of the day off for some additional activity, such as hiking, kayaking, etc.
DAY 4 TORTUGUERO – ARENAL
After breakfast, about 9 a.m., departure by boat and bus to the area of Guápiles where you will stop for lunch and then continue to the Arenal Volcano area where we will be arriving around 3 in the afternoon. Free time during the afternoon to rest and enjoy of the hotel facilities. Two-night accommodation in the Arenal area.
DAY 5 ARENAL
During the morning, we will walk along a path of the Arenal Volcano National Park and in the afternoon, we will visit the Danaus Private Reserve, where we can admire and learn a lot about the flora and fauna of the tropical forest. Accommodation in Arenal.
DAY 6 ARENAL – MONTEVERDE
After breakfast, we will leave to Monteverde Cloud Forest area, passing a panoramic route that borders Lake Arenal, arriving in Monteverde early in the afternoon. The same afternoon, we will visit the Monteverde Biological Reserve and its hummingbird garden. Accommodation in Monteverde.
DAY 7 MONTEVERDE
This morning, we will visit Selvatura Adventure Park, to enjoy of an adrenaline-filled adventure, the Canopy Tour, and a naturalistic walk through the hanging bridges. Rest of the afternoon free to enjoy of the hotel facilities. Night in Monteverde.
DAY 8 MONTEVERDE – MANUEL ANTONIO.
After breakfast, we will leave for Manuel Antonio Beach on the Central Pacific coast, to arrive in the afternoon. Rest of the afternoon free to explore the area and enjoy of the hotel facilities. Night accommodation in Manuel Antonio.
DAY 9 MANUEL ANTONIO
During the morning and after breakfast, we will visit the fabulous Manuel Antonio National Park, with its beautiful internal beaches and its many paths that we will walk in search of sloths and various species of mammals and reptiles that can be observed. Also, your local tour guide will give you some free time to enjoy of its fresh waters and beautiful white sand beaches. Return to the hotel in the afternoon. Accommodation.
DAY 10 MANUEL ANTONIO- INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
At a convenient time, we will transfer you to the international airport to take your return flight.
- Transfers airport / hotel / airport.
- Lodging at all the mentioned destinations on the program.
- Shuttle transfers between destinations.
- 10 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 2 dinners.
- Hotel taxes.
- Boat tour to Tortuguero National Park Canals.
- Visit to Arenal Volcano National Park.
- Visit to Danaus Private Reserve.
- Visit to Monteverde Reserve and the Hummingbirds Garden.
- Canopy tour and Hanging bridges walk in Monteverde.
- Visit to Manuel Antonio National Park.
IT IS NOT INCLUDED
- Airport departure taxes ($29) if apply.
- Entrance fee to Tortuguero National Park ($17).
- Any other personal expenses, tips, etc.
- Any other activity not mentioned on the program.
- Alcoholic beverages.
RECOMMENDATIONS
- Comfortable and light clothing is the most suitable for traveling in Costa Rica.
- Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or sparse clothing when visiting temples, religious or official buildings.
- Sun protection, sunglasses, hat or cap, swimsuit, comfortable walking shoes, sandals and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay.
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Argentina & Patagonia
The Essential of the South
The Essential of the South
9 Days / 8 Nights
Buenos Aires / Ushuaia / El Calafate
Itinerary
DAY 1 – BUENOS AIRES
Arrival at the airport and transfer to the hotel.
In the afternoon, we make a panoramic tour of the city. We start in Plaza de Mayo, witness to the most important events of the country since 1810, from where we are able appreciate the surrounding buildings. We continue to La Boca, where we explore its colorful streets due to the ‘conventillos’ and the famous Caminito street. Our last stop is Recoleta to discover the aristocratic part of the city, where Recoleta’s Cemetery is located. Back to the hotel.
In the evening, we attend a Dinner Show, to enjoy the magnetism of tango.
DAY 2 – BUENOS AIRES
Day at leisure to enjoy an optional tour.
DAY 3 – BUENOS AIRES / USHUAIA
At due time, transfer to the airport to board the flight to Ushuaia.
Afternoon at leisure to continue discovering the destination. If you are a nature lover, we suggest you visit Martillo Island, one of the few sites where it is possible to walk with Papuan penguins. Check the available options according to your trip date.
In the afternoon, boat trip through the Beagle Channel, gaining an excellent panoramic view of the city surrounded by mountains. During the trip, we spot Birds and Sea lions Islands, an interesting colony of sea lions. This offers the unique opportunity to see, at the same time, both South American sea lions and South American Fur seals, to understand their differences, and finally reach Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse, from where the return to the city begins.
DAY 4 – USHUAIA
Departure from the hotel heading west to Tierra del Fuego National Park, framed by excellent panoramic views of the Beagle Channel.
A journey through beaver dams leads to Lapataia River and Verde Lagoon and then continues along the final stretch of National Route 3, which finally ends at Lapataia Bay. From here, the return to Ushuaia begins, making a stop on the way to admire the Lake Acigami (former Lake Roca), featured by its changed-by-weather water’s colour.
Afternoon at leisure to continue discovering the destination. If you are a nature lover, we suggest you should visit Martillo Island, one of the few sites where it is possible to walk with Papuan penguins. Check the available options according to your trip date.
In the afternoon, boat trip through the Beagle Channel, gaining an excellent panoramic view of the city surrounded by mountains. During the trip, we spot Birds and Sea lions Islands, an interesting colony of sea lions. This offers the unique opportunity to see, at the same time, both South American sea lions and South American Fur seals, to understand their differences. Finally reach Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse, from where the return to the city begins.
DAY 5 – USHUAIA / EL CALAFATE
Transfer to the airport. Arrival, transfer, and accommodation. Afternoon at leisure to explore the city, visit the Glaciarium, a museum dedicated to glaciology, or participate in an activity to get to know the steppe while you enjoy a lunch or dinner.
DAY 6 – EL CALAFATE
Departure from the hotel towards Perito Moreno Glacier, located in Los Glaciares National Park, a Natural Heritage Site by UNESCO. The glacier is an impressive mass of ice with an area of 257 square kilometres and a front wall that has a height between 50 and 60 meters (165 to 200 ft.) above lake level.
During the tour, a walk along the paths located in front of the glacier, allows us to admire this impressive natural wonder from different angles. This tour can be enhanced by a one-hour boat ride that provides a different view of the front of the glacier from water level, which helps us to appreciate its real height. Free time for lunch (not included). Return to the hotel.
DAY 7- EL CALAFATE
Day at leisure. Ideal to make a boat trip through the Lake Argentino or to enjoy activities that will allow you to explore unique landscapes.
DAY 8 – EL CALAFATE / BUENOS AIRES
Morning at leisure to explore El Calafate. At due time, transfer to the airport to board the scheduled flight to Buenos Aires. Arrival, reception, and transfer to the hotel.
OPTIONAL – YOU CAN EXTEND YOUR TRIP TO: Puerto Iguazú 3 Days / 2 Nights
DAY 9 – BUENOS AIRES / PUERTO IGUAZÚ.
Transfer to the airport to board the flight to Puerto Iguazú. Arrival, reception, and transfer to the hotel. In the evening, we leave Puerto Iguazú to arrive in Foz do Iguaçu, Brazil and visit the Brazilian Side, to appreciate a different view of the waterfalls. At the end, return to Puerto Iguazu.
DAY 10 – PUERTO IGUAZÚ
In the morning, we head for Iguazu National Park to visit the Iguazu Falls, declared a Natural Heritage Site by UNESCO and one of the Seven Wonders of the Natural World. During the tour, we visit the three circuits of the park: Garganta Del Diablo, the Upper and the Lower Trails.
DAY 11 – PUERTO IGUAZÚ / BUENOS AIRES
In the morning, we visit the falls on the Brazilian side to appreciate a different view of the falls. At the indicated time, transfer to the airport to board the flight to Buenos Aires. Upon arrival, connection to international airport if necessary.
DAY 9 – BUENOS AIRES
At due time, transfer to the airport.
WHAT’S INCLUDED:
- Needed transfers
- Accommodation: 8 nights
- Buenos Aires (3) – Ushuaia (2) – El Calafate (3)
- Tours:
- Buenos Aires: City tour – Dinner tango show
- Ushuaia: Tierra del Fuego National Park – Beagle Channel boat trip
- El Calafate: Perito Moreno Glacier
- Meals: 8 breakfasts- 1 dinner
- Needed tickets to the National Parks
Operational note:
Day 3: If it is not possible to take Beagle Channel boat trip due to arrival flight time, it will be modified for day 4.
OPTIONAL – YOU CAN EXTEND YOUR TRIP TO: Puerto Iguazú 3 Days / 2 Nights
WHAT’S INCLUDED:
- Needed transfers
- Accommodation: 2 nights
- Tours: Argentinian Falls – Brazilian Falls
- Meals: 2 breakfasts
- Required tickets to the National Parks
To keep in mind:
- In case of taking The Great Adventure, consult its restrictions.
- The access to Garganta Del Diablo can be interrupted because of the rise in river flow.
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The Essential of the Argentine Triangle
The Essential of the Argentine Triangle
9 Days /8 Nights
Buenos Aires / El Calafate / Puerto Iguazú
Itinerary
DAY 1 – BUENOS AIRES
Arrival at the airport and transfer to the hotel.
In the afternoon, we make a panoramic tour of the city, starting in Plaza de Mayo to continue then to the neighbourhood of La Boca and finish at Palermo and Recoleta, where its famous cemetery is located.
In the evening, we attend a dinner show, to enjoy the magnetism of tango.
DAY 2 – BUENOS AIRES
Day at leisure. Buenos Aires offers a wide range of activities. During this day we suggest you explore the city through our history, art, gastronomy, and passions.
DAY 3 – BUENOS AIRES / EL CALAFATE
At due time, transfer to the airport to board the scheduled flight to El Calafate. Arrival and reception. Afternoon at leisure to explore the city, visit the Glaciarium, a museum dedicated to glaciology, or participate in an activity to get to know the steppe while you enjoy a lunch or dinner.
DAY 4 – EL CALAFATE
Departure from the hotel to the Perito Moreno Glacier, located in Los Glaciares National Park, a Natural Heritage Site. The glacier is an impressive river of ice with an area of 257 square kilometers (159 square miles), and with the height of the front wall that varies between 50 to 60 meters (165 to 200 ft.) above lake level.
During the tour, a walk along the footbridges located in front of the glacier, allows us to admire this impressive natural wonder from different angles.
This tour can be enhanced by a one-hour boat ride that provides a different view of the front of the glacier from the water level, which helps us appreciate its real height. Free time for lunch (not included). In the afternoon, return to the hotel.
DAY 5 – EL CALAFATE
Day at leisure. Ideal to make a boat trip through the Lake Argentino or, to enjoy activities that will allow you to explore unique landscapes.
DAY 6 – EL CALAFATE / BUENOS AIRES
Free morning to enjoy El Calafate. At due time, transfer to the airport to board the scheduled flight to Buenos Aires. Arrival, reception, and transfer to the hotel.
DAY 7 – BUENOS AIRES / PUERTO IGUAZU
At due time, transfer to the airport to board the scheduled flight to Puerto Iguazú. Arrival and transfer to the hotel.
In the afternoon, we leave Puerto Iguazú to arrive in Foz do Iguaçu, Brazil, and visit the Brazilian Side, to appreciate a different view of the waterfalls. At the end, return to Puerto Iguazu.
DAY 8 – PUERTO IGUAZÚ
In the morning, we visit the Iguazú National Park, Argentinian part of the falls, declared a Natural Heritage Site by UNESCO and one of the Seven Wonders of the Natural World. During the tour, we go through the three circuits of the park: Garganta del Diablo, The Upper Trail, and The Lower Trail. During the tour, free time to have lunch (not included) and to take optionally The Great Adventure. In the afternoon, return to the hotel.
DAY 9 – PUERTO IGUAZÚ / BUENOS AIRES
We leave Puerto Iguazú to get to Foz do Iguaçu in Brazil and visit the waterfalls on the Brazilian side. Once inside the National Park, as we walk along the only catwalk within the Brazilian Park that leads us to the viewpoint of Garganta del Diablo, we appreciate a view of almost all the waterfalls.
Transfer to the airport to board the flight to Buenos Aires. Upon arrival, connection to the International Airport if necessary.
Operational note:
Day 7: In case of changes in required flights, Brazilian waterfalls tour can be taken on the day 9
To keep in mind:
- Puerto Iguazú: The access to Garganta Del Diablo can be interrupted because of the rise in river flow.
- In case of taking The Great Adventure, check with us its restrictions.
- When staying in Iguazú, there are options of accommodation at the Argentinian side (Puerto Iguazú) or at the Brazilian side (Foz do Iguaçu).
OPTIONAL – YOU CAN EXTEND YOUR TRIP TO: USHUAIA 3 Days/2 Nights
DAY 1 – USHUAIA
Arrival and reception at the airport and transfer to the hotel. In the afternoon, it is possible to sail through the Beagle Channel in order to admire the Sea Lions Island, Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse and Ushuaia´s Bay from the sea.
DAY 2- USHUAIA
Departure from the city towards Tierra del Fuego National Park, to get to know Ensenada Bay reaching Lapataia Bay where the National Route 3 ends and Lake Acigami (former Lake Roca), featured by its changed-by-weather water’s colour. Return to the city. In the afternoon, we suggest taking an optional excursion to Martillo Island, where it is possible to walk among Papuan penguins (please, consult season).
DAY 3 – USHUAIA / BUENOS AIRES
Depending on your flight schedule, enjoy an optional tour. At due time, transfer to the airport.
OPTIONAL – YOU CAN EXTEND YOUR TRIP TO: MENDOZA 4 Days / 3 Nights
DAY 9 – MENDOZA
Arrival and reception at the airport. Transfer to the hotel. Time at leisure for enjoying one of the largest wine regions in the world.
DAY 10 B – MENDOZA
Mendoza is one of the largest wine regions in the world, with more than 1.500 wineries distributed in three areas: Luján de Cuyo, Uco Valley and Maipú.
During the circuit, we visit Luján de Cuyo and / or Maipú. To understand about the wine process, we visit two wine establishments that use traditional methods and the latest available technology. During the visit, the winery’s guide teaches us about fermentation, bottling and labeling methods. At the end of the tour, we taste some of the wines. The tour is complemented with a visit to an olive establishment, where we observe the process of making olive oil and then we taste the product.
DAY 11 – MENDOZA
Day at leisure. If you are a landscape lover, we highly recommend you taking the High Mountain Tour, which allows you to admire the Mount Aconcagua, the highest peak in America. For those who wish to learn more about wine and be part of the process, we suggest taking a tour to Uco Valley where the vineyards grow at more than 1500 MASL. However, if what you want is to know Mendoza through the experimental, we suggest you take a cooking class, participate in the harvest, prune, or special tastings.
DAY 12 – MENDOZA
Time at leisure. At due time, transfer to the airport.
WHAT’S INCLUDED:
- Needed transfers
- Accommodation:8 nights
- Buenos Aires (3) – El Calafate (3) – Puerto Iguazú (2)
- Tours:
- Buenos Aires: City tour – Dinner tango show
- El Calafate: Perito Moreno Glacier
- Puerto Iguazú: Argentinian falls – Brazilian falls
- Meals: 8 breakfasts – 1 dinner
- Needed tickets to National Parks
OPTIONAL – YOU CAN EXTEND YOUR TRIP TO: USHUAIA 3 Days/2 Nights
Operational note:
In order to take this pre-tour, arrival at Buenos Aires 2 days prior to beginning of main program is required.
WHAT’S INCLUDED:
- Needed transfers
- Accommodation: 2 nights
- Tour: Tierra del Fuego National Park
- Meals: 2 breakfasts
- Needed ticket to the National Park
Operational note:
Day 10: The regular tour is available from Monday to Saturday in the afternoon.
OPTIONAL – YOU CAN EXTEND YOUR TRIP TO: MENDOZA 4 Days / 3 Nights
WHAT’S INCLUDED:
- Needed transfers
- Accommodation: 3 nights
- Tour: Half day Wineries visit
- Meals: 3 breakfasts