Day by day itinerary
Day 01: Arrival at San Jose, Costa Rica. Transfer to hotel in San Jose. Hotel Grano de Oro. After passing through Immigration you will be met by one of ours representatives. He will take you to your hotel and give you your welcome kit.
Day 02: Transfer to Tortuguero. Manatus Lodge. A unique combination in the area: the comfort and luxury of rooms and facilities, a delicious restaurant with an international and gourmet cuisine offering caribbean fusion food and the excitement of a variety of adventure tours, all a few steps from the worldwide famous Tortuguero National Park. Tortuguero National Park is one of the most varied within the park system, has 11 ecological habitats, from high rainforest to herbaceous marsh communities. Fronting the sea is the seemingly endless expanse of beach. Behind that is a narrow lagoon, connected to the sea at one end and fed by a river at the other, which parallels the beach for its full 35-km length. Back of the lagoon is a coastal rainforest threaded by an infinite maze of serpentine canals and streams fed by rivers flowing from the central mountain ranges and by the rains that fall in the area. On the periphery of the forest lies a complex of swamps.
Day 03: Tour to Tortuguero National Park. Manatus Lodge.
Day 04: Transfer to Guápiles, pick up rental car. Selfdrive to Arenal.  Arenal Nayara Hotel. The Parque Nacional Volcán Arenal lies within the Arenal Conservation Area, protecting eight of Costa Rica's 12 life zones and 16 protected reserves in the region between the Guanacaste and Tilarán mountain ranges, and including Lake Arenal. Arenal Volcano has been constantly active since it woke up after 400 years. One of the world's most active volcanos; Arenal produces huge ash columns, explosions and glowing red lava almost every day. Fascinating fauna and flora exist here in amazing quantities making this a prime location for viewing many many different species of both plants and animals.
Day 05: Free day in Arenal. Arenal Nayara Hotel. Optional activities: Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge, Tour To the Arenal Volcano and Tabacón Resort Hot Springs, Sport Fishing in the Arenal Lake, Arenal Volcano Hike Tour, Mountain Biking, Venado Caves Tour, horseback Riding to Arenal Volcano, Peñas Blancas Safari Float.
Day 06: Selfdrive to Monteverde. Hotel Establo. The spectacular Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve is a very important and popular ecotourism destination in Costa Rica. With its unique cloud canopy, this biological reserve located in Puntarenas province is 6 km east of the town of Santa Elena. Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve is one of the most stunning and breathtaking nature reserves in the entire world. Unlike rainforests, cloud forests usually receive much less rain in comparison. However, because a cloud forest is situated at a higher altitude, it has more humidity and is therefore cloudier than a rainforest. This biological reserve sits at an elevation of between 1,200 m to 1,600 m, and is surrounded by a misty cover that supports a fantastic diversity of flora and fauna. Often creating a surreal environment, this reserve is considered to be among the most exceptional wildlife sanctuaries in the New World Tropics.
Day 07: Free day in Monteverde. Hotel Establo.
Day 08: Selfdrive to Punta Islita. Hotel Punta Islita. Hotel Punta Islita is a secluded paradise of spectacular ocean views, charming luxury, and exciting activities underscored by a genuine commitment to responsible tourism. Explore authentic Costa Rican culture, the natural beauty of the Guanacaste province, and the wellness benefits of the Nicoya Peninsula. Hotel Punta Islita’s tiered layout grants spectacular ocean views, seclusion, and the generous stream of warm tropical breeze. Discover an enticing variety of environments and facilities perfect for fine dining, relaxation, soft adventure, exploring authentic cultures, and beach activities.
Day 09, 10 & 11: Free day in Punta Islita. Hotel Punta Islita.
Day 12: Selfdrive to San José. Drop off car at Hotel. Hotel Grano de Oro.
Day 13: Transfer out to Juan Santamaría International Airport.