February 13 - 24, 2024
12 Days
Tour Status - SOLD OUT
This is a HOSTED departure with Select Holidays in Costa Rica, the place where varied ecosystems live together to create impressive landscapes and unique farming methods. Where almost 10% of Costa Rica’s land use is devoted to agriculture producing bananas, pineapples, coffee, sugar, rice, vegetables, tropical fruits, ornamental plants, corn, potatoes and palm oil. Located right in the heart of the occidental hemisphere you have the chance to experience the Tortuguero National Park, Tabacon Hot Springs and see the volcanic coned Arenal and the scarlet coloured macaws... the perfect paradise to enjoy an exceptional vacation in the tropics. As Dale and Darlene from Alberta said, "Great accomodations were a delight!". Also, Ben and Lorna from Manitoba expressed, "The beauty of Costa Rica impressed us....there was a nice variety of activities..." Join this tour of exquisite beauty and wonderful sights to visit...
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Tour Highlights
Deluxe Accommodations & Transportation in Costa Rica
Meals as listed with juices
Farms / Markets / Village Tours
River & Canal Boat Rides plus Lake Cruise
Hanging Bridges
Tortuguero National Park & Volcano National Park
Free time
English Speaking Local Guide
Hosted by Select Holidays
PLUS much more...
Feb 13, 2024: ARRIVE SAN JOSE, COSTA RICA [IFM]
Depart Canada and fly to San Jose, Costa Rica and transfer to hotel. The balance of the day is at leisure to enjoy the pool and gardens. WELCOME TO COSTA RICA!
*Due to flight times, a pre-tour extra night may be required at an additional cost.
Feb 14, 2024: SAN JOSE, COSTA RICA [B/L/D]
Depart after breakfast for farm tours that specialize in vegetables for the local and North American markets. Cabbage, potatoes, onion, strawberries and flowers, just to name a few. Following lunch return to the hotel in time to enjoy the facilities and the wonderful gardens.
Feb 15, 2024: TORTUGUERO VILLAGE, COSTA RICA [B/L/D]
Depart the hotel early for the Eastern Side of Costa Rica. At the river dock, take a boat down the river and canals to Tortuguero National Park. Upon arrival check in then have lunch. The afternoon is free to relax and enjoy the pools or take an optional visit of the local village and visit the beach where the Green Turtles come annually to lay their eggs. Later, take a guided nature walk before dinner.
Feb 16, 2024: TORTUGUERO NATIONAL PARK, COSTA RICA [B/L/D]
The only way to see the National Park is from a boat. Early in the morning, depart the lodge to search for wildlife before the day gets too warm. Return to the lodge for breakfast and a chance to use the pools and relax before departing once more in the afternoon to travel the canals and wetlands in search of more wildlife. Return to the lodge for a happy hour and dinner.
Feb 17, 2024: ARENAL, COSTA RICA [B/L/D]
This morning, travel back up river to the dock where the bus will be waiting to take you to La Fortuna in the Arenal region. After lunch, visit a pineapple farm that also raise water buffalo as feeder cattle. Continue the drive to Arenal to enjoy a 3-night stay where each room has fantastic views of the volcanic coned Arenal, (weather permitting) and delightful pool areas.
Feb 18, 2024: ARENAL, COSTA RICA [B/F/D]
Today, visit to an family farm that produces papaya, vegetables and other fruits. Make tortillas and enjoy a delicious Costa Rican lunch with entertainment. Later in the afternoon, visit a local hot springs to enjoy these soothing hot mineral pools that flow along a river from the volcano. Dinner before retuning to hotel.
Feb 19, 2024: ARENAL, COSTA RICA [B/L/D]
This morning’s visit will include a cocoa plantation with lunch. There will be time to shop in the town of La Fortuna on your own before returning to the hotel. In the afternoon, there is an optional hike planned along the base of the volcano. Those not choosing to hike can enjoy the hot soothing waters of the pools back at your hotel.
Feb 20, 2024: MONTEVERDE, COSTA RICA [B/L/D]
Today, transfer by boat to the other side of Arenal Lake and travel the country roads to Monteverde. There is some magnificent scenery enroute as well as a visit to a Coffee Farm before continuing to the hotel in the Santa Elena area for a 2-night stay and some fantastic sunset views.
Feb 21, 2024: MONTEVERDE, COSTA RICA [B/L/D]
This morning visit the Selvatura Walkways. This is a 1.9 mile walking trail suspended in the misty clouds high above the forest. For those not choosing to take part in this walk can visit the Hummingbird and Reptile Park instead. After a lunch, return to the hotel to enjoy an afternoon at leisure OR you may wish to book the optional Zip Line Tour.
Feb 22, 2024: PUERTO CALDERA REGION, COSTA RICA [B/D]
Depart this morning, travelling to the Puntarenas region of Costa Rica on the Pacific Coast. Have lunch while enjoying a boat cruise on the river to view the colorful scarlet macaw flying through the tree tops and view the crocodiles and learn about their fascinating habitat. Check into a hotel on the beach for a two night stay.
Feb 23, 2024: PUERTO CALDERA REGION, COSTA RICA [B/D]
Full day to enjoy on your own at this beach front hotel. This evening enjoy a “Farewell Dinner” to Costa Rica.
Feb 24, 2024: END OF TOUR OR START OF PANAMA CANAL CRUISE [B]
Transfer to the San Jose Airport for your flight back to North America OR transfer to Puerto Caldera to join the 8-Day Panama Canal Cruise. CLICK HERE for cruise details.
per Person, Double - $8,842.00 CAD includes air
PLUS Hotel/Gov’t Taxes: $944.00
Deposit - $2,000.00 per person
Second Deposit - $1,500.00 per person, due before August 15, 2023
Final Payment - per person is due before October 31, 2023
Airfare included from major North American gateways.
