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Best of Costa Rica (including Arenal Volcano National Park)

10 days
Start and end in San Jose
4.6
8,949 traveler reviews
Best of Costa Rica (including Arenal Volcano National Park) - Intrepid Travel

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Plan your adventure:
  • Explorer
  • Beach
  • Local Living
  • Wildlife
  • Group
  • Partially Guided
  • Sightseeing
Partially Guided
Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Guided in English
Max Group Size 12
Age range 15 to 99
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Highlights

  • Explore bustling markets and historic neighborhoods in San Jose
  • Learn to make tortillas on a wood-fired stove in La Fortuna
  • Spot wildlife on a boat tour through Cano Negro Wildlife Refuge
  • Walk the suspension bridges in Monteverde Cloud Forest
  • Carve a wooden mask with the indigenous Terraba community

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 San Jose
  2. Day 2 La Fortuna
  3. Day 3 La Fortuna
  4. Day 4 Monteverde
  5. Day 5 Manuel Antonio
  6. Day 6 Manuel Antonio
  7. Day 7 Manuel Antonio
  8. Day 8 Zona de los Santos
  9. Day 9 San Jose
  10. Day 10 San Jose
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What's Included

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  • Accommodation
  • Guide
  • Meals
  • Additional Services
  • Transport
  • Free eSIM
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What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Optional
  • Additional Services

Operated by

Intrepid Travel

Number of tours

1,385

Age Range

5 to 99 years old

Response time

5 hours

Response rate

96%

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Customer Reviews

  • Jolene
    · April 3rd, 2025
    It was a perfect introduction to Costa Rica. In other reviews, I noticed that some felt that there should have been more meals and excursions included in the price. I thought that the amount was fair. It allowed us time to choose excursions that were of interest to us and to eat what, when and with whom we wanted. I preferred the mix of flexibility and structure. And for everything we did, the pace was excellent as well.
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  • Joanna
    · March 21st, 2025
    Antigua to San José was a fascinating introduction to 5 countries, from Mayan to recent political history, ecological and culinary experiences, adrenaline-raising zip lining or volcano boarding to a blissful beachfront retreat. Trip was seamlessly organised and guide Walter went above and beyond in assisting each traveler to get the most from their trip. Highly recommended.
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  • Roy
    · March 17th, 2025
    The tour and guide were excellent. For me, the trip should have been more clear on the physical requirements of the trip. The information indicated it was ok for those up to the age of 99, and while I’m not there yet the physical requirements were such that a warning of being in very good condition should have been listed in the brochure.
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Dates & Availability

10 days
Best of Costa Rica (including Arenal Volcano National Park)
From San Jose to San Jose

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Tour ID: 280476

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    • Typhoid - Recommended for Costa Rica. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Costa Rica. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Costa Rica. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for Costa Rica. Ideally 10 days before travel.
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