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Costa Rica tour
8 day/7 night suggested itinerary
San Jose - Tortuguero - Monteverde
Diversity of Costa Rica
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Dear sir or madam,
The Tropical Discovery team is happy to provide you with the following suggested itinerary for your 8 day tour of Costa Rica. We could organize something similar, though perfectly tailored to meet you specific interests and choice hotels. Please have a look and upon confirmation, we will send you a detailed suggested itinerary with itemized pricing based on your comments as to how many days you would like to spend in each place, desired hotels, room types, number of persons, etc.
Thank you for choosing to travel with Tropical Discovery.
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DAY & LOCATION
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BRIEF DESCRIPTION
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Day 1: Arrival San Jose
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Arrive into San Jose at (TBC) and be transferred directly to your lovely hotel, located only 15 minutes away from the international airport, across the largest and most modern shopping mall in the country, and just ten minutes from downtown San José. Spend the afternoon/evening shopping or visiting the cities monuments like the National Theater and the Plaza de la Estación, or simply relax enjoying the amenities of your deluxe hotel.
GROUND TRANSPORT: Transfer from San Jose Int. Airport at (TBC) to hotel provided FREE by Hotel transporters on a regular basis - Please look for driver with "Real InterContinental" Sign
LODGING: 1 night - 1 deluxe double room - Real InterContinental Costa Rica
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Day 2: San Jose - Tortuguero
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Pick up at 6:30 am from your hotel and depart with other guests from San Jose to the Tortuguero Laguna Lodge on Costa Rica's Caribbean Coast. You will be traveling with a bilingual naturalist guide on an air conditioned bus. Drive through Braulio Carrillo National Park, where you have the opportunity to see beautiful views and abundant vegetation. On the way we will stop for breakfast at Selva Tropical Restaurant where you can enjoy a butterfly garden with a variety of tropical flowers. After breakfast we will continue our trip to Caño Blanco deck driving by various banana plantations. At Caño Blanco, you will board a covered boat to the lodge, passing the Tortuguero canals arriving between 12:30 pm to 1:00 pm. At the lodge the staff will be waiting for you with a refreshing cocktail, your rooms will be assigned and the guide will explain the afternoon activities after lunch - the visit to the Turtle Museum of the C.C.C. (Caribbean Conservation Corporation) and to the colorful Tortuguero town. You will return to the lodge around 5:15 pm to have some free time to enjoy the pool, the bar service and prepare for your dinner. Dinner service at the lodge is from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm. In the evening enjoy the tropical nature, or the lodge's pool and bar.
GROUND TRANSPORT: Pick up from hotel at 6:30 am by the Laguna Lodge transporters for transfer in air conditioned bus to Tortuguero National Park (6 hour drive approx, breakfast and lunch included)
LODGING: 2 nights package - Double Room - Laguna Lodge
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Day 3: Tortuguero (free day)
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After breakfast (served until 9:00 am) take a boat tour to admire the canals and wildlife of Tortuguero National Park. This is a wonderful and interesting experience where you can see abundant flora and fauna of Tortuguero National Park. Return to the lodge for lunch and free time for a siesta, enjoy the pool or go for a walk to the beach. In the afternoon you can take part in another optional tour to the canals or stay at the lodge to explore the private trails of the lodge, visit the open butterfly garden or simply enjoy the pool. Dinner at the lodge and night at leisure.
RECOMMENDED:
During turtle nesting season (July-October) do not miss out on the lodge's nightly Turtle Nesting Walks to see these beautiful animals up close.
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Day 4: Tortuguero - San Jose
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After breakfast, around 9:00 am, the hotel transporters will pick you up for the trip back to San Jose. The boat will arrive at Caño Blanco around 11:00 am, where the lodge's bus will be waiting to take you back to San Jose. Stop en route for lunch at Selva Tropical Restaurant and arrive in San Jose around 3:00 pm. You can use the afternoon/evening to enjoy the amenities of your hotel, go shopping or sightseeing. For example, why not stop by at the Gold Museum or visit a concert at the Temple of Music?
GROUND TRANSPORT: Transfer from the Laguna Lodge by boat and air-conditioned bus to your hotel in San Jose (approx. 6 hrs., lunch included)
LODGING: 1 night - 1 deluxe double room - Real InterContinental Costa Rica
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Day 5: San Jose - Monteverde
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Pick up at 9:00 am from your hotel and depart in a private air conditioned mini bus or SUV to Monteverde. The region is well known for its Monteverde Biological Preserve, and also features a variety of other natural places, picturesque paths, flora- and fauna-watching opportunities, natural landscapes and more. Arrive at the Sapo Dorado lodge just minutes from the Monteverde cloud forest around lunch time and enjoy your afternoon exploring the amazing flora and fauna of the area. El Sapo Dorado offers you the luxury and convenience of five kilometers of self-guided trails adjacent to the hotel where you can explore both primary and secondary forests, open pastures and panoramic views of the Gulf of Nicoya.
GROUND TRANSPORT: Pick up from hotel at 9:00 pm for private transfer in deluxe air conditioned mini van or SUV to Monteverde (4 hour drive approx)
LODGING: 2 nights - 1 Sunset Terrace or Fountain Suite - El Sapo Dorado
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Day 6: Monteverde (free day)
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Free day to enjoy the many attractions the Monteverde Region has to offer. We recommend a visit to one of the protected areas in the region, like the Monteverde Cloud forest Preserve, the Santa Elena Rain Forest Reserve or the Bajo del Tigre Trail. In addition to these are canopy tours, slide shows, the Butterfly Garden and the Serpentarium, horseback riding, mountain biking, the local Cheese Factory Tour, artist's studios and gift shops featuring items handmade by local artisans. The concierge at your hotel will be happy to help you find the right activity for you....Enjoy dinner at the El Sapo Dorado restaurant which is known for the creativity, variety, flavor, freshness, and presentation of its food.
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Day 7: Monteverde - San Jose
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Enjoy breakfast at the lodge and the last morning in the Monteverde region to discover the secrets of this misty forest with its dense vegetation and majestic trees. Maybe visit the Butterfly Garden or take a walk through the cloud forest to spot exotic birds, two toed sloths or monkeys. Your private transfer will pick you up at the lodge at 12:00 pm to take you back to San Jose, where you can spend the rest of the afternoon/evening at your leisure.
GROUND TRANSPORT: 12:00 pm pick up from Monteverde hotel for private transfer in deluxe air conditioned mini van or SUV back to San Jose (4 hour drive approx.)
LODGING: 1 night - 1 deluxe double room - Real InterContinental Costa Rica
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Day 8: Departure San Jose
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Last free morning to enjoy the many wonders of this region or buy some presents for the beloved ones at home. Take the hotel's free shuttle service (TBC) to San Jose International Airport for your departure flight home.
GROUND TRANSPORT: Take the Real Intercontinental airport shuttle service at (TBC) to San Jose International Airport (15 min drive approx.)
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Regional & Hotel Information
Please find below extensive information on the areas you will be visiting on this tour and the proposed accommodations. By clicking on each of the links or the images, you will arrive at a new page with loads of additional information to help you familiarize yourself with the area, its amenities and the proposed accommodations.
SAN JOSE & CENTRAL VALLEY
San Jose is Costa Rica's capital and the main entryway to the country. It is well connected by air or ground transportation with the rest of the country and offers its visitors various extraordinary museums and architectural highlights. Not far from San Jose some of Costa Rica's impressive volcanoes and national parks can be found.
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CARIBBEAN
Green turtles nesting on Tortuguero National Park and bass', shad’s and other species’ sport fishing at Barra del Colorado National Wild Life Refugee represent the main attraction of the Caribbean Coast. The northern part’s unique river channel system is an interesting attraction and the only way of transportation in this area. The Southern Caribbean coast shows a country-unique combination of beaches, natural resources and afro American culture, well worth to explore.
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MONTEVERDE
The Monteverde Cloud Forest with its unique fauna and flora is the most important attraction in this region. There is a broad spectrum of natural sites, picturesque roads, spots for observing flowers and animals, natural scenery and other things to do. Activities usually involve nature appreciation and adventure, with a cultural accent, provided by the efforts of the community an its inhabitants.
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Pricing
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2 pers
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4 pers
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6 pers
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8 pers
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$US 1015
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$US 905
est. per person
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$US 868
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$US 849
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Price Includes:
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• Taxes • Private ground transport in air-conditioned mini van or SUV • Air-conditioned bus and boat transfer to and from Tortuguero • Lodging in deluxe accommodations, tours and meals as per itinerary • Breakfast and lunch en route and meals at the Laguna Lodge • Breakfast at Sapo Dorado and Real InterContinental
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Price Excludes:
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• International airfare • Meals, beverages, tours or transportation not specifically shown as included in package • Passport and visa fees • Tips for drivers (10% suggested) • Phone calls • Laundry Service • All items of personal nature • Travel & Cancellation Insurance (for more information please click here.
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Options Upon Request:
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• Helicopter or private plane transport
• Upgrades to suites at select hotels
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Payment Terms:
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• Prices nor availability guaranteed until payment is received
• Payments accepted via Wire Transfer, Bank Check or Credit Card (upon request)
• A deposit of 50% is required at the time of booking. The balance is due 45 days before departure.
• Please Note: By payment of invoice you agree to our Travel Terms & Conditions. To view a copy, please click here.
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Please Note:
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• Prices based on low season hotel 2007 rates. Final pricing details provided upon booking.
• All our tours are private and a la carte meaning you choose where to stay, what to visit, when to go and what to do. We simply provide expert advise and do all the booking for you, charging cost (or less, never more guaranteed) + a small service fee if any. Tour may be as deluxe or economical as your budget permits.
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What to Bring
Costa Rica:
At the Pacific Coast sunny days and cooler evenings await you, bring a sweater or jacket for the evening, but do not forget your sunscreen lotion!
In the mountains and cloud forest it does get colder and rain showers are more frequent which makes for the lush green fauna.
In the Central Valley, in which San Jose is situated, you will experience a mild climate and moderate temperatures for most of the year.
The Caribbean Coast is caracterized by tropical fauna and flora at its best, but this also means warm and humid, so dress accordingly.
Please make sure to bring the following:
Mosquito repellent - Sunscreen - Hiking boots or good pair of tennis shoes - Rain gear - Bathing Suites - Rash guard for the water-sports people - Sun glasses
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