8-Day Best of Northwest Costa Rica from San Jose: Arenal Volcano National Park, Alajuela and Guanacaste

Summary

Make the most of your time in Costa Rica with his expertly curated 8-day tour of northwest highlights. All lodging, transport and activities are arranged by professionals so you can skip the stress of logistics and focus on enjoying your vacation.   The tour begins in San Jose and concludes in Liberia, with an optional transfer back to San Jose if you’d like to end your journey there (additional expense). Choose from 3.5-star or 4-star hotels to suit your style and budget. The mix of destinations and activities allows you to experience northwest Costa Rica’s diverse landscapes, including the geothermal peaks of Arenal Volcano National Park, the marshlands of Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge, the famous white-sand beaches of Guanacaste and lush rain forest at Vida Aventura Nature Park.  Enjoy a balance of adrenaline-pumping adventure and relaxation, plus two days of leisure time to explore Guanacaste on your own or book optional day tours (own expense). See Itinerary for a detailed tour description. Included meals are noted with initials in each day’s description. It’s a fantastic way to experience Costa Rica’s pura vida spirit!

Tour info

Duration
1 week 1 day
Group Size
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Why take this tour?

Discover the best of northwest Costa Rica on this 8-day tour including Arenal Volcano National Park, Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge and Vida Aventura Nature Park in Guanacaste. Visit some of the most popular destinations and explore the wonders of nature in this small country inhabited by approximately six percent of the world’s biodiversity. You’ll see Arenal Volcano as you relax in a thermal hot spring, enjoy a floating safari through a tropical rainforest, go horseback riding and try a mud bath – with two days to relax at your leisure or continue adventuring with multiple options.

What’s included?

  • Dinner

  • Breakfast

  • Lunch

  • 1 nights accommodation in San Jose

  • 2 nights accommodation in La Fortuna

  • 4 nights accommodation in Tamarindo

  • Shared airport transfer

  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan in Arenal/Guanacaste

  • Meals as per itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner)

  • Food and drinks, unless specified

  • Optional activities in Guanacaste (Liberia city tour, Nicaragua in a day, Sky walk Tenorio, etc.

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 8 days

  • Mobile tickets accepted

Covid Policy

  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas

Disinfecting mat available before entering vehicles. Drives requiere to disinfect luggage before entering vehicles.

Cancellation Policy

    If you cancel at least 4 days in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee.

Operated by:

Central American Tours

About operator:

Central American tours is the most prestigious tour operator in Costa Rica. Since 1972 we have been providing tours, ground transportation, hotel reservations, rent a car reservations, airport transfers, customized itineraries and package for groups and individuals as well. Our 45 years of experience, and our professional staff available for your clientes 24/7 allows us to provide the best customers service in Costa Rica. Late model A/C vehicles, profesional drivers and tour guides will create unforgettable memories for our visitors. Our goal is to go beyond our visitors expectations so that they can experience more nature, more adventure, more relaxation than ever before. Central American Tours team will assist you through out your Costa Rica Vacations; from our reservations agents, airport reps, hotel reps, drivers and guides we are all committed for you to experience more of this amazing country of "Pura Vida" called Costa Rica.

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