Days 1-2 San Jose
With over half the country's population living within its parameters, San Jose is a bustling city with lively markets, intriguing museums and a dynamic atmosphere.

Days 3-4 Tortuguero National Park
Meaning 'turtle catcher', Tortuguero National Park is renowned the world over for its turtle-laying beaches and its wetlands, lagoons and canals brimming with wildlife.

Days 5-6 Sarapiqui
With a reputation as one of Costa Rica's best areas for bird watching, Sarapiqui has an impressive diversity of birdlife to discover while exploring the surrounding jungle.

Days 7-8 La Fortuna / Arenal Volcano
Sitting in the shadow of Costa Rica's most active volcano - the majestic Arenal - La Fortuna offers steaming hot springs and endless outdoor activities.

Days 9-11 Monteverde
Monteverde's Cloud Forest Reserve is a true nature lover's paradise. Lush, green and teeming with colourful butterflies, unique plants and exotic creatures.

Days 12-13 Quepos
Located close to the beautiful Pacific beaches and exotic wildlife of Manuel Antonio National Park, Quepos is a laid-back town with a vibrant nightlife.

Days 14-15 San Jose
Set in the heart of Costa Rica's fertile Central Valley, San Jose buzzes with colour, culture and the spirit of its friendly residents.

Every year thousands of tourists travel to Costa Rica but few get to experience this charismatic country's real way of life. On this Classic Costa Rica trip you'll uncover jungle gems in Tortuguero and Sarapiqui; hot springs, waterfalls and a live volcano in La Fortuna; and white sandy beaches at Quepos - all set to a sizzling samba beat. This adventure into the heart of tropical paradise will surely leave you wanting more.

• 3 breakfasts, 0 dinners
• Boat, Bus
• Cloud Forest walking tour, Orientation walk, Walking tour of National Park

• Stroll through lively markets in San Jose
• Explore the jungle in the Tortuguero National Park
• Chill out to the sounds of nature in Sarapiqui
• Soak off the day in La Fortuna hot springs
• Get close to the coalface at Arenal Volcano
• Discover the sultry Monteverde cloud forest
• Catch a fish 'that big' off the Pacific Coast
• Shake your booty to the samba soundtrack of Costa Rica

Hotels (12 nts)
Lodge (2 nts)

• No meals included.
• A single supplement is available on this trip.
• Group size: Min 1, Max 12.
• Ages: Min 12.
• Expect some culture shock. You'll be exposed to signs of poverty and access to services may be sporadic. The food will be quite different to home and English speakers harder to find. Respecting the local culture will make it easier to fit in and really experience the location.
• Please ask your Vacations To Go travel counselor for more information.

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