Costa Rica: Tortuguero, Caribbean, Arenal, Monteverde and Manuel Antonio, tour including beach holiday

Early morning pick-up from the hotel to head towards the east of the country. The tour starts by showing some of the beautiful Costa Rican countrysides. It passes through the Braulio Carrillo National Park, an area of rugged rainforest-covered mountains draped in lush vegetation that creeps to the very edges of the road. The landscape changes as we descend towards the coast - with more open areas of vegetation with flat land, farms and ranches until reaching Guapiles, where a traditional breakfast will be served. From here, the route continues in a northeasterly direction along the Parismina River and then goes off-road over a vast plain with cattle ranches and banana plantations until reaching the river port, where we'll board the boat and set sail through this system of breathtaking natural waterways. During the trip, you'll see many examples of the unique and natural surroundings of this area. Arrival at the hotel which sits on the canal bank and has buildings surrounded by typical gardens, integrated in the natural area. Allocation of rooms and lunch at hotel. In the afternoon, a visit to the small town of Tortuguero is included where the indigenous Mayans used to live off hunting and fishing. Today it is still a pocket-sized town that lives off fishing, tourism and the sale of locally-produced handicrafts. Dinner and overnight stay.

Full-board accommodation in the hotel. Several activities are planned during this day, such as hiking and sailing on the National Park canals which will give you the chance to see and enjoy the amazing wildlife living in this Park. This is the most emblematic reserve in the country and the most important area for the nesting of sea turtles. Formed by a wide flooded plain which is crossed by a natural system of lakes and waterways and peaked by low hills, the park is full of dense forests featuring a wide variety of plant life, including the presence of coconut trees on the coast and wet and swampy forests inland, filled with trees that reach great heights. This lush vegetation is the perfect habitat for a rich and varied fauna, where monkeys are seen in abundance (howler, white-faced and red), as are toucans, green macaws and herons. It's also common to observe crocodiles, terrestrial and freshwater turtles, colourful frogs, iguanas and basilisks. Other inhabitants of these forests, although a bit more difficult to spot, are endangered mammals such as manatees, tapirs, anteaters and jaguars. After this morning tour, we'll return to the hotel for lunch and a rest. Afternoon at your leisure to enjoy the hotel facilities or take part in some of the optional activities or outings that are offered. The long, straight beaches here are ideal for the nesting of large sea turtles such as the Leatherback, the Hawksbill and the Green, which head ashore to lay their eggs protected by the darkness of the night. Hawksbill turtles lay their eggs in this area between July and October, Leatherbacks between February and July, more frequently in April and May, while Green turtles appear between July and October. The local hotels organise special trips to the beach during these months, always in small groups and accompanied by specialist guides. This tour is not included in the price. Dinner and overnight stay at hotel.

Breakfast in the hotel and then a trip inland along the spectacular canals. Lunch en route, then we continue towards the Caribbean coast, reaching the city of Limón. This is one of the most important ports in the country, it was founded in 1870 as an export port of bananas and grain and is one of the oldest cities on the continent. From Limon, the route continues south where the road runs parallel to the coast with a typical Caribbean landscape, with large palm trees on the beach to the hotel. Arrival. Overnight stay.

Free day. Overnight stay.

Departure along the coast and continuing inland towards the city of La Fortuna, located on the slopes of the mountain range of Tilarán and at the foot of Arenal Volcano. Arrivaland rest of the afternoon free to start enjoying the various attractions in this area among which include its hot water wells and rivers which emerge around its majestic volcano being the most impressive features and one of the main natural attractions of the whole country. With an impressive, almost perfect cone, it dominates everything around it, its image reflected in the waters of the lake. It is a unique landscape characteristic of this area, with a rich and varied flora and fauna, blending different types of forests and rainforests into this beautiful and unique setting.

Breakfast in the hotel. Free day to experience some of the many activities that this area offers. The conservation area boasts both wet and rain forests, splashed by rain and drained by numerous permanent watercourses including the Caño Black River which flows into the Arenal lagoon itself, as well as different waterfalls, such as the waterfall of Fortuna near the town. The forests in the high mountain areas are home to a variety of birds among which the quetzal stands out, whilst also protecting several endangered species. The region encompasses a series of beautiful landscapes and contrasts with extensive livestock areas and fields. The underground rivers give way to various fountains and hot springs, making it another attraction of this area. There are several spa centers enabled for thalassotherapy and massages. La Fortuna has been developed to offer a variety of small shops and restaurants where you can taste the excellent beef of this region as well as its pizzerias and restaurants with traditional and international cuisine.

Breakfast at hotel. Departure by road to Monteverde. The route runs along Lake Arenal and starts off by climbing a steep road that glides between the hills and valleys of the Tilarán mountain range, which provide access to villages populated by agricultural workers in the lower hills. As you ascend, driving along unpaved road often engulfed in mist and drizzle, plants begin to appear. After the village of Monteverde, you'll enter the cloud forest of this Biological Reserve. Arrival at the hotel, set in gardens where delightful hummingbirds flit to and fro. Allocation of rooms. Afternoon at your leisure to have a look around the area. Overnight stay.

Breakfast in the hotel and a free day at your disposal. On this day you can enjoy the countless activities offered here. This area is an attractive place for hiking enthusiasts and those who want to be a bit more active and try out some adventure sports. Certain areas are accessible by rope bridges which allow you to cross the thick vegetation without disturbing it. Several areas offer zip-lining, with exciting routes. Placid walks through the spectacular cloud forest, allowing you to contemplate its dense vegetation which is, at the same time, the habitat of diverse species of birds, including the tiny hummingbirds. The town of Monteverde emerged driven by the Quaker community, that settled in the region, dedicating themselves to agriculture and livestock, eventually becoming an important centre producing milk and quality cheese. Even today, if you wish you can visit one of its farms, to learn about the traditional arts and crafts dating back 50 years. With the famous cheeses or coffees produced there.

Breakfast in the hotel. In the morning, at the agreed time, transfer to the next destination. Arrival. Overnight stay.

Free day. Overnight stay.

Free day. Overnight stay.

At the scheduled time, transfer to the airport. Flight to City of origin destination. Night on board.

Arrival. End of the trip and our services.