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Costa Rica, From San José to Samara

In the sun, between tropical forests and beaches 3*

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Discovery

Deal negotiated for you

  • The 11 days and 10 nights tour in the specified accommodation or similar
  • Breakfast included
  • Flights departing from the city of your choice
  • Transfers between zones in shared vehicles
  • A visit to the Baldi thermal baths
  • Visits and activities as mentioned
Customise your trip on the Options page.

Your stay starts here

In the sun, between tropical forests and beaches 3*

Set off on an unforgettable journey from San José to Sámara, passing majestic volcanoes, lush tropical forests and idyllic beaches along the way.

Explore the natural wonders of Sarapiquí, marvel at the spectacular Arenal Volcano, breathe in the fresh air of Monteverde's cloud forests, and finish your journey in style on Sámara's sunny beaches. This fascinating adventure reveals a new facet of Costa Rica's tropical paradise at every stage.

Your 11-day/10-night stay:

Day 1: San José

Day 2: San José - Sarapiqui

Day 3: Sarapiqui

Day 4: Sarapiqui - Arenal

Day 5: Arenal

Day 6: Arenal

Day 7: Arenal - Monteverde

Day 8: Monteverde - Samara

Day 9: Samara

Day 10: Samara

Day 11: Samara - San José

Please note:
- Please note that the order of visits may be modified due to local constraints (travel time, weather conditions etc...) but all visits mentioned in the programme will be carried out.

Your detailed itinerary

DAY 1 - SAN JOSÉ

Welcome to Costa Rica!

Welcome by our French-speaking representative and transfer to your hotel in the capital, San José (30 min drive). Pick up your travel guide, settle into your room and spend your first night at the hotel in San José.

Hotel: Dunn Inn 3* (or similar)

DAY 2 - SAN JOSÉ - SARAPIQUÍ

Breakfast is included at the hotel. At the agreed time, local transportation will pick you up at the hotel and take you to your next destination: Sarapiquí (2h drive). This region is known throughout Costa Rica for its astonishingly rich biodiversity. Sarapiqui lies in the north-east of the country and is without doubt one of the best destinations for nature lovers and outdoor adventurers. You'll stay in an eco-lodge set in the heart of the rainforest and surrounded by lush vegetation, diverse wildlife and the magnificent Tirimbina River.

Hacienda: Hacienda La Isla 3* (or similar)

DAY 3 - SARAPIQUÍ

Breakfast is included at the hotel. Free time to relax. Enjoy free access to the private reserve, spanning over 900 acres of pristine rainforest. You can explore the magnificent natural environment, discover exotic flora and fauna and admire breathtaking views from three suspension bridges.

Hacienda: Hacienda La Isla 3* (or similar)

DAY 4 - SARAPIQUÍ - ARENAL

Breakfast is included at the hotel. After breakfast, leave and be ready to continue your journey. Shared transfer to your next destination (1h30 drive): La Fortuna de San Carlos, home to the magnificent Arenal volcano. Before December 2010, the Arenal volcano was one of the ten most active volcanoes in the world, and a truly majestic sight, spewing molten rock and ash from its summit on a daily basis. Today, there is no lava eruption, for the moment, but you can still see smoke/ash spewing from the volcano's summit. On arrival, make yourself comfortable in your hotel room and enjoy your free time.

Hotel: Faro Arenal 3* (or similar)

DAY 5 - ARENAL

Breakfast is included at the hotel. During your stay, you'll have plenty of time to relax and explore the wonders of Arenal on your own. If you love nature and adventure, the Arenal region offers many options for activities and places to discover. You'll enjoy the benefits of the relaxing thermal waters at Baldi Hot Springs.

Hotel: Faro Arenal 3* (or similar)

DAY 6 - ARENAL

Breakfast is included at the hotel. During your stay, you'll have plenty of time to relax and explore the wonders of Arenal on your own. If you love nature and adventure, the Arenal region offers many options for activities and places to discover. You'll enjoy the benefits of the relaxing thermal waters at Baldi Hot Springs.

Hotel: Faro Arenal 3* (or similar)

DAY 7 - ARENAL - MONTEVERDE

Breakfast is included at the hotel. At the agreed time, departure for Monteverde across Lake Arenal by shuttle boat. This is one of the most popular options. You'll take a short land transfer from the hotel to the Lake Arenal dam. Here, you'll board a boat and enjoy a 30-minute ride on Lake Arenal. On the other side, you'll board a minibus and complete the final hour-and-a-half journey to Monteverde. This is a true paradise for nature lovers, with a marvellous diversity of flora and fauna. Unique among Costa Rican rainforests, with a constant cloud-like mist that gives the forest its name. Monteverde is a unique blend of natural beauty and tranquility combined with adventure and adrenaline activities such as thrilling zip lines to fly over the trees, amazing suspension bridges, cultural and culinary experiences to discover Costa Rican traditions, night walks in the jungle to explore the nocturnal secrets of the forest and much more!

Hotel: Cipreses 3* (or similar)

DAY 8 - MONTEVERDE - SÁMARA

Breakfast is included at the hotel. At the agreed time, departure and shared transfer to your next destination: Samara (3h drive). Located along the southern Pacific coast of the Nicoya Peninsula, in the province of Guanacaste, Samara is a small, sunny town with pristine beaches and perfect scenery. The town is both a popular seaside resort and a major component of Costa Rica's livestock and fishing industries. Samara is one of the safest beaches, making it ideal for family getaways and low-key travel. Enjoy the free time.

Hotel: Sol Samara 3* (or similar)

DAY 9 - SÁMARA

Breakfast included at the hotel. Free time to relax and enjoy your stay on the tropical beach.

Hotel: Sol Samara 3* (or similar)

DAY 10 - SÁMARA

Breakfast included at the hotel. Free time to relax and enjoy your stay on the tropical beach.

Hotel: Sol Samara 3* (or similar)

DAY 11 - SÁMARA - SAN JOSÉ

Breakfast is included at the hotel. At an agreed time, shared transfer to Juan Santamaría International Airport to catch your flight home. (4h30 drive)

Your accommodation

During your trip you will stay in the following accommodation:

San José: 1 night at the three-star Dunn Inn (or similar)

Sarapiqui: 2 nights at three-star Hacienda La Isla (or similar)

La Fortuna: 3 nights at the three-star Hotel Faro Arenal (or similar)

Monteverde: 1 night at the three-star Hotel Cipreses (or similar)

Samara: 3 nights at the three-star Hotel Sol Samara (or similar)

Your Accommodation

During your stay you'll enjoy the breakfast-included package.

Useful things to know

Please note that the order of tours may change due to local constraints (travel time, weather conditions, etc.), however, all the tours mentioned in the programme will take place.

Transport included
This price includes :
  • Booking fees
  • Private tour of 11 days / 10 nights in the accommodation listed or similar
  • Breakfast option
  • Transfers between zones in shared vehicles
  • A visit to the Baldi thermal baths
  • Visits and activities as mentioned
  • Flights departing from the city of your choice
  • Mandatory airport taxes
This price does not include :
  • Local taxes
  • Personal insurance (unless taken out at time of booking)
  • Personal expenses and gratuities
  • Meals and drinks not mentioned in the description
  • Excursions not included in the booking or purchased separately
  • And, more generally, everything not mentioned in the "This price includes" section above

Useful information

Useful information

Practical details

If you are travelling alone, you will be asked to pay a surcharge for a single room. This additional charge will be automatically included in your quote.
Child rates will be applied for children from 2 to 12 years old in the case where the child shares the room with two adults. If the child is travelling with just one adult, the surcharge may be applied on an adult basis. If your child or children do not fit into the age group mentioned above, the rate will be communicated to you at the time of processing your order. If the room is equipped with a bunk bed, the bed height is not suitable for children under 6 years of age.
For safety reasons, the wellbeing facilities of most establishments are not accessible to children under 16 years old. Similarly, it is possible that some amenities or services require an additional charge or are unavailable for exceptional reasons.
Unless otherwise stated in the service description, activities and any additional services available at destination are provided in the language of the destination country and in English.
The opening times and hours of the activities, restaurants and bars are provided as an indication only and may be subject to change. Contact the reception desk in order to be informed of any changes.
Appropriate dress is required. We remind you that gambling may involve risks of isolation, indebtedness, and dependency...
Any additional special requirements the traveller may request which are not included in the travel service description will be communicated to our service provider. Sending this information does not imply acceptance and PerfectStay.com cannot be held responsible for the fulfilment of these special requests. Only the service provider of PerfectStay.com can access this request on location and any additional costs may be paid locally by the traveller.
Unless expressly stated in the description of the services and accommodation, the hotel is not suitable for people with reduced mobility.

Travel documents

Once your reservation has been made, you will receive a confirmation e-mail before your travel documents are sent.
Regarding the transport documents (in the case of a reservation with transport included), we will provide you with all the information relating to check-in and luggage in the "Your travel documents" email, allowing you to leave with peace of mind.
To take advantage of all your reserved services (hotels, transfers, activities, etc.), you will receive one or more exchange vouchers to be presented to each supplier.
The contact details of the establishment will be specified in these documents, to help make your arrival at your destination as straight-forward as possible.

Transportation

Choose an offer and, according to your preferences, opt for a seat in economy, business or first class.
See the 'View flight info' section for details on each trip.
In order to best organise your time in the airport, we advise that you arrive 2 hours before boarding for a medium-haul flight, or 3 hours before boarding for a long-haul flight (more than 5 hours). Take advantage of your early arrival to pass through security and check your luggage.
You will be informed whether or not luggage is included at the time of your booking.
You will have the opportunity to add additional luggage for a fee.
There are several different cities that are typically offered as departure points. Your arrival destination will show in your travel documents.
Depending on the flight schedule, some arrivals or returns may be made at night with early arrival or late departure. You will not always be able to have your room available immediately and will need to refer to the check-in and check-out conditions of the hotel.
In the event that your transfer is not included in your hotel reservation, it may be offered at the time of your reservation as an additional option. Unless specifically mentioned, transfers may be made in groups of 15 to 55 people.
Important: the modification or the cancellation of a booking is only possible within the limits and including the fees outlined in our general conditions of sale.
Thank you for kindly taking note of the CO2 emissions produced by your means of transport: https://www.carbonfootprint.com/calculator.aspx

Formalities

The following details apply to any British citizen who, during a trip sold by PerfectStay goes to a foreign country. The following is a resource directing you to information related to your travel formalities (identification documents, vaccines, VISA, safety, travel advice, etc.), and may be subject to change. Please note that Brexit negotiations are likely to include travel document modifications, therefore please regularly check most updated information. Please see official resource for British citizens wishing to travel:
https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice

The official UK Foreign Travel site has updates on safety and security, including incidents such as pickpocketing and robbery, along with larger incidents such as measuring the risk of terrorism.
Detailed country by country here:
https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice

If you are travelling with minors, please be sure to verify whether or not you will require a consent: https://www.gov.uk/permission-take-child-abroad

Please note that these details serve as a guiding resource in order to ensure that you have access to important information in order to pursue the necessary travel formalities required before travelling abroad with PerfectStay. Please note that PerfectStay will not engage in obtaining travel documents for you, such as visas, and you are solely responsible for knowing the potential health risks you may face in the course of your travels for which you may require vaccinations or medications. PerfectStay is not responsible for ensuring your travel formalities are properly undertaken and will only act as an intermediary directing you to resources which have been known to provide reliable information concerning travel formalities specific to British citizens.

Vaccination

For information concerning travel health requirements (vaccinations, health risks, etc.) please see the following resources:
https://travelhealthpro.org.uk/countries
https://www.fitfortravel.nhs.uk/destinations.aspx
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/travel-vaccinations/

Visa

For the latest information on which travel documents (visas, passports, etc.) British citizens will require by destination, please see the following resources:
https://visacentral.co.uk/visa-quick-check
https://www.passportindex.org/comparebyPassport.php?p1=uk&fl=&s=yes
https://www.travisa.com/Visa_Search

Identity

Please be sure to verify that your necessary Identification documents (passport and/or ID card dependent upon the country to which you will be travelling) have valid expiration dates, i.e. verify your ID documents have not yet expired. Also, be sure to remember to bring these necessary documents with you. It is also recommended to make copies of all travel documents in the event of an emergency.

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