2024004 Tropical Costa Rica

Day 1

Monday, January 8, 2024 San Jose, Costa Rica - Tour
Begins Your trip to Costa Rica opens in the colorful capital city of
San Jose, the perfect place to relax and soak up the sights as your
adventure begins.

Day 2

Tuesday, January 9, 2024 San Jose - Coffee Plantation
- Arenal Welcome to the Central Valley. Begin with a tour of a
local coffee plantation highlighting the history and cultivation of
this driver of the Costa Rican economy. This afternoon, check in
for a leisurely 3-night stay at a lodge overlooking the majestic
Arenal Volcano. Get to know the Costa Rican culture this
evening. (B, D)

Day 3

Wednesday, January 10, 2024 Arenal - Cano Negro -
Arenal Embark on a Cano Negro guided riverboat trip in a
covered canoe known as a panga. These 20,000 acres are home to
the largest viewable collection of indigenous wildlife in all of
Costa Rica. Go in search of caimans, river otters, sloths, monkeys,
river turtles, exotic birds and rare butterflies. Later, return to
Arenal for the chance to relax during an optional spa visit. (B)

Day 4

Thursday, January 11, 2024 Arenal Today, explore a
family-owned farm, getting a peek into the daily lives of the
locals. During a tour of the gardens, learn how the plants are
organically grown through the concept of sustainability. The farm
considers itself a “classroom without borders.” Taste the exotic
fruit harvest and experience the traditional way to process sugar
cane. Enjoy a sip of cane liquor before engaging in a culinary
demonstration and a farm-to-table lunch. (B, L)

Day 5

Friday, January 12, 2024 Arenal - Lake Arenal Cruise
- Monteverde Enjoy a delightful cruise on Lake Arenal, Costa
Rica’s largest and most important lake. Then, it’s off to the
secluded Monteverde Cloud Forest, a place you have to see to
believe, where trees grow to heights of 100 feet! Set off on a
nature walk through this spectacular ecosystem, where you’re sure
to encounter many incredible species of flora and fauna. (B, D)

Day 6

Saturday, January 13, 2024 Monteverde It’s your
choice! Explore one of the world’s largest butterfly gardens. Then,
join an expert for a leisurely paced “Hanging Bridges” walking
tour to gain a different perspective of the cloud forest’s lush
ecosystem -OR- take an exhilarating ride on one of the longest
canopy zip line tours in Costa Rica. If you would like to do both
the hanging bridges and the zip line tour, you may purchase the
second as an option on tour. (B, D)

Day 7

Sunday, January 14, 2024 Monteverde - Guanacaste
Today we make our way to breathtaking Guanacaste, known for
its fine sandy beaches. Settle in for a relaxing 2-night stay at your
resort and take in the mesmerizing ocean views. (B, D)

Day 8

Monday, January 15, 2024 Guanacaste Fun in the sun is
in store today as you explore the nearby beaches, or simply relax
by the pool and take advantage of your resort’s lovely amenities.
This afternoon, visit the delightful beach town of Samara, one of
the top sunset spots in Costa Rica. Soak in the spectacular colors
as the sun illuminates the natural landscape. (B, D)

Day 9

Tuesday, January 16, 2024 Guanacaste - Tour Ends
Today you depart for home with fabulous memories of your Costa
Rican adventure. (B)

B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner