Are superior hotel accommodations guaranteed in all bookings?

When choosing the superior category, all accommodations throughout your itinerary will be booked in superior hotels.

Can we book extra days for car rental not included in our tour?

Booking additional days for car rental is not a problem; it can be requested from the rental company.

Is GPS navigation provided in the rental vehicle?

GPS navigation may be provided as a gratitude by the car rental company, but it is not guaranteed.

What is the process if we want to add a second driver to the rental?

Including a second driver is generally covered in the categories offered, sometimes even provided by the car rental company as a courtesy.

Is there flexibility to modify the travel dates around our specific travel window?

Travel dates can typically be adjusted to suit the requirements of the itinerary and your availability.

Are liability insurance and collision damage waiver included in the price?

The liability insurance and collision damage waiver are not included in the price and have extra costs.

How do we enquire about adding a specific day to our Costa Rica itinerary for more beach time?

Adding an extra day to the itinerary at the Pacific coast or any other location is possible upon request.

What accommodations are available for food lovers interested in exploring Costa Rica's cuisine?

Costa Rica offers culinary experiences including visits to local restaurants and food markets, especially enjoyable when staying in 4-star resorts where more diverse dining options are readily available.

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Essential Costa Rica - Package with Manuel Antonio National Park, Self-drive

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Start and end in San Jose

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Operator: Destination Services Costa Rica
In-depth Cultural: Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Private Tour: Travel exclusively with your friends and family
Partially Guided: Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Guided in English
All Ages Welcome

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Itinerary

Day 1
San Jose
Accommodation
Hotel (Holiday Inn Express Forum), Hotel (Holiday Inn Escazu), Hotel (Real Intercontinental)
Day 2
San Jose to Tortuguero
Meals
Breakfast (Breakfast en route), Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel (Turtle Beach Lodge), Hotel (Laguna Lodge), Hotel (Pachira/ Evergreen/Aninga Lodge)
Included Activities
- Guided boat tour through Tortuguero National Park rivers and canals
- Visit to Tortuguero village and beach
- Wildlife observation in Tortuguero National Park
Landmarks
Braulio Carrillo National Park
Tortuguero National Park
Tortuguero village
Day 3
Tortuguero
Meals
Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel (Turtle Beach Lodge), Hotel (Laguna Lodge), Hotel (Pachira/ Evergreen/Aninga Lodge)
Included Activities
- Three-hour wildlife observation tour in Tortuguero National Park
Optional Activities
- Late night turtle nesting tour (available during July-September season, purchasable directly at the lodge)
Landmarks
Tortuguero National Park
Day 4
Tortuguero to Arenal
Meals
Lunch
Accommodation
Hotel (Arenal Montechiari), Hotel (Arenal Springs), Hotel (Arenal Kioro)
Day 5
Arenal
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Arenal Montechiari), Hotel (Arenal Springs), Hotel (Arenal Kioro)
Optional Activities
- Self-guided hike through Arenal Volcano National Park
Landmarks
Arenal Volcano National Park
Day 6
Arenal to Monteverde
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Monteverde Country Lodge), Hotel (Poco a Poco), Hotel (Monteverde Gardens & Lodge)
Optional Activities
- Selvatura Treetop Walkway guided tour (3-hour hike along network of trails and eight suspension bridges)
- Don Juan Coffee Tour (learn about coffee, chocolate, and sugar cane production with Costa Rican folklore)
Landmarks
Monteverde Cloud Forest
Santa Elena
Day 7
Monteverde
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Monteverde Country Lodge), Hotel (Poco a Poco), Hotel (Monteverde Gardens & Lodge)
Optional Activities
- Self-guided hike through Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve
- Selvatura Treetop Walkway guided tour
- Don Juan Coffee Tour
Landmarks
Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve
Day 8
Monteverde to Manuel Antonio
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Villa Bosque), Hotel (San Bada Hotel), Hotel (Parador)
Landmarks
Manuel Antonio National Park
Day 9
Manuel Antonio
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Villa Bosque), Hotel (San Bada Hotel), Hotel (Parador)
Optional Activities
- Self-guided hike through Manuel Antonio National Park
Landmarks
Manuel Antonio National Park
Third Beach
Day 10
Manuel Antonio to San Jose
Meals
Breakfast

Landmarks
Braulio Carrillo National Park
Tortuguero National Park
Tortuguero village

Landmarks
Tortuguero National Park

Landmarks
Arenal Volcano National Park

Landmarks
Monteverde Cloud Forest
Santa Elena

Landmarks
Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve

Landmarks
Manuel Antonio National Park

Landmarks
Manuel Antonio National Park
Third Beach

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Where You'll Stay

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Holiday Inn Express Forum
Hotel
day 1
Holiday Inn Escazu
Hotel
day 1
Real Intercontinental
Hotel
day 1
Turtle Beach Lodge
Hotel
Days 2, 3
Laguna Lodge
Hotel
Days 2, 3
Pachira/ Evergreen/Aninga Lodge
Hotel
Days 2, 3
Arenal Montechiari
Hotel
Days 4, 5
Arenal Springs
Hotel
Days 4, 5
Arenal Kioro
Hotel
Days 4, 5
Monteverde Country Lodge
Hotel
Days 6, 7
Poco a Poco
Hotel
Days 6, 7
Monteverde Gardens & Lodge
Hotel
Days 6, 7
Villa Bosque
Hotel
Days 8, 9
San Bada Hotel
Hotel
Days 8, 9
Parador
Hotel
Days 8, 9

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4.4

AMY
April 17th, 2026
5.0
This tour was well organised and really enjoyable. From being met at the airport, pre passport control with advice...
This tour was well organised and really enjoyable. From being met at the airport, pre passport control with advice with what questions we will need to answer which was very helpful after 17 hours travelling. The hotels were top quality, all my rooms were massive, breakfasts good and the pool clean and welcoming. The tours were well managed with great guides, lots included and lots to see. Highly recommend this for anyone without too much time that wants to see to amazing regions of Costa Rica.Show more
Stéphanie
April 17th, 2026
5.0
The travel agency is really helpful. They did answer all our questions. They are knowledgeable about what are the...
The travel agency is really helpful. They did answer all our questions. They are knowledgeable about what are the best places to see in the country. They helped us to plan an extra night and all the excursions went as planned. Good hotels and choices of activities. We definitely recommend this travel agency to help you out with your stay in Costa Rica. I would suggest to plan your trip with them. You should not hesitate to buy this tour in Costa Rica. Pura Vida 😊Show more
Katrin
April 12th, 2026
4.0
The tour was good overall, the pick up at the airport and transport to the hotel was seemless. The hotel in San Jose...
The tour was good overall, the pick up at the airport and transport to the hotel was seemless. The hotel in San Jose was OK but nothing special tucked in a complex with a Holiday Inn and a Denny’s. It was in need of updating. The guide and driver (Harold) for the trip to Altea, ox cart and hot springs was very knowledgeable and excellent. The itinerary was a bit packed and getting back at 22:00 with a 6 a.m start was a bit gruesome. The trip to Tortugero national park was long and we shared with many people on a longer tour so we didn’t get their itinerary. The hotel was fine, though the buffet style food was not very good or varied. The company seemed to subcontract all items offered.Show more

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Asked on March 30th, 2025
Are superior hotel accommodations guaranteed in all bookings?
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- Destination Services Costa RicaOperator•Written April 2025
  When choosing the superior category, all accommodations throughout your itinerary will be booked in superior hotels.
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Rob
Asked on March 10th, 2025
Can we book extra days for car rental not included in our tour?
Transport
- Destination Services Costa RicaOperator•Written March 2025
  Booking additional days for car rental is not a problem; it can be requested from the rental company.
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Joel
Asked on February 22nd, 2025
Is GPS navigation provided in the rental vehicle?
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- Destination Services Costa RicaOperator•Written February 2025
  GPS navigation may be provided as a gratitude by the car rental company, but it is not guaranteed.
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Magali
Asked on November 27th, 2024
What is the process if we want to add a second driver to the rental?
Transport
- Destination Services Costa RicaOperator•Written November 2024
  Including a second driver is generally covered in the categories offered, sometimes even provided by the car rental company as a courtesy.
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Federica
Asked on November 27th, 2024
Is there flexibility to modify the travel dates around our specific travel window?
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- Destination Services Costa RicaOperator•Written November 2024
  Travel dates can typically be adjusted to suit the requirements of the itinerary and your availability.
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Lucas
Asked on October 19th, 2024
Are liability insurance and collision damage waiver included in the price?
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- Destination Services Costa RicaOperator•Written October 2024
  The liability insurance and collision damage waiver are not included in the price and have extra costs.
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Sonja
Asked on June 13th, 2024
How do we enquire about adding a specific day to our Costa Rica itinerary for more beach time?
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- Destination Services Costa RicaOperator•Written June 2024
  Adding an extra day to the itinerary at the Pacific coast or any other location is possible upon request.
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Andre
Asked on January 29th, 2024
What accommodations are available for food lovers interested in exploring Costa Rica's cuisine?
Accommodation
Meals
- Destination Services Costa RicaOperator•Written January 2024
  Costa Rica offers culinary experiences including visits to local restaurants and food markets, especially enjoyable when staying in 4-star resorts where more diverse dining options are readily available.

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- These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
- 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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- Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
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- For any tour departing before June 18th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after June 18th, 2026, a minimum payment of 20% is required to confirm your booking with Destination Services Costa Rica. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 60 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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Essential Costa Rica - Package with Manuel Antonio National Park, Self-drive

Itinerary

San Jose

San Jose to Tortuguero

Included Activities

Tortuguero

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Tortuguero to Arenal

Arenal

Optional Activities

Arenal to Monteverde

Optional Activities

Monteverde

Optional Activities

Monteverde to Manuel Antonio

Manuel Antonio

Optional Activities

Manuel Antonio to San Jose

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