Is there an option to upgrade the hotel? what rating is the hotels you use? They will be going on the tour for their honeymoon

We use 4-star hotels on this trip. There is not an option to upgrade to higher rated hotels as it is a group trip.

Dates are October 6 to trip includes Panama and Costa Rica. 3 days in Panama city and 5 nights Costa Rica. 2 places of accommodation: Arenal kioro and Westin reserve golf and spa.

Here is what we have come up with for your group to Costa Rica: Itinerary includes Panama City, Panama Canal tour, transfer to Costa Rica, visits to Tortuguero, Arenal National Park, coffee plantation, Manuel Antonio National Park. Approximately $2,199 per person double based on 3-star properties. Includes items mentioned and breakfast daily. Does not include international flights or one-way flight from Panama City to San Jose.

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Operator: Tours of Distinction
In-depth Cultural: Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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Medium Intensity: Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English: Other languages on request: Spanish
Group Size 12 - 24
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Itinerary

Day 1
San Jose
Start point
Aeropuerto Internacional Juan Santamaría (SJO), Ruta Nacional 1, Alajuela, Alajuela, Costa Rica (International Baggage Claim)
Meals
Dinner (Welcome cocktail and dinner)
Day 2
San Jose to Tortuguero
Meals
Breakfast (Coffee and biscuits before departure; hearty breakfast in Guapiles), Lunch, Dinner (Dinner at lodge)
Included Activities
- Tortuguero Canal Tour
- Tortuguero Village visit
- Turtle Museum visit
Landmarks
Tortuguero National Park
Turtle Museum
Day 3
Tortuguero
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Morning boat tour through Tortuguero canals with naturalist guide
- Small hike on lodge trails
Landmarks
Tortuguero National Park
Day 4
Tortuguero to La Fortuna (Arenal)
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Delicious lunch in Guapiles), Dinner (Dinner at hotel in beautiful surroundings)
Included Activities
- Lake Arenal Wine and Cheese Cruise
Landmarks
Arenal Volcano
Lake Arenal
Day 5
La Fortuna (Arenal)
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Sky Adventure facilities - Sky Walk (hanging bridges), Sky Trek (zipline), and Sky Tram (aerial tram tour) - all included, choice is yours
- Don Juan Chocolate - coffee and chocolate tour with chocolate making participation
Landmarks
Sky Adventure Arenal
Don Juan Chocolate
Day 6
La Fortuna to Manuel Antonio
Meals
Breakfast (Breakfast at hotel), Dinner (Dinner at hotel)
Included Activities
- Crocodile & Mangrove Safari on the Tarcoles River
Landmarks
Tarcoles River
Guacalillo Mangrove
Day 7
Manuel Antonio
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Manuel Antonio National Park Educational Tour
Optional Activities
- Beach time at pristine beaches
- Shopping at local markets
- Pool relaxation at hotel
Landmarks
Manuel Antonio National Park
Day 8
Manuel Antonio to San Jose
End point
Aeropuerto Internacional Juan Santamaría (SJO), Ruta Nacional 1, Alajuela, Alajuela, Costa Rica (Departures Check-in)
Meals
Breakfast

Landmarks
Tortuguero National Park
Turtle Museum

Landmarks
Tortuguero National Park

Landmarks
Arenal Volcano
Lake Arenal

Landmarks
Sky Adventure Arenal
Don Juan Chocolate

Landmarks
Tarcoles River
Guacalillo Mangrove

Landmarks
Manuel Antonio National Park

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Lorraine
Asked on November 17th, 2025
Is there an option to upgrade the hotel? what rating is the hotels you use? They will be going on the tour for their honeymoon
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- Tours of DistinctionOperator•Written November 2025
  We use 4-star hotels on this trip. There is not an option to upgrade to higher rated hotels as it is a group trip.
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Vanessa
Asked on March 12th, 2024
Dates are October 6 to trip includes Panama and Costa Rica. 3 days in Panama city and 5 nights Costa Rica. 2 places of accommodation: Arenal kioro and Westin reserve golf and spa.
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- Tours of DistinctionOperator•Written February 2024
  Here is what we have come up with for your group to Costa Rica: Itinerary includes Panama City, Panama Canal tour, transfer to Costa Rica, visits to Tortuguero, Arenal National Park, coffee plantation, Manuel Antonio National Park. Approximately $2,199 per person double based on 3-star properties. Includes items mentioned and breakfast daily. Does not include international flights or one-way flight from Panama City to San Jose.
- Tours of DistinctionOperator•Written March 2024
  For Costa Rica, would you like to just do Arenal and then Tamarindo that feature those properties? I have noted a start date of October 6.

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- 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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Flavors of Costa Rica

Itinerary

San Jose

San Jose to Tortuguero

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Tortuguero

Included Activities

Tortuguero to La Fortuna (Arenal)

Included Activities

La Fortuna (Arenal)

Included Activities

La Fortuna to Manuel Antonio

Included Activities

Manuel Antonio

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Manuel Antonio to San Jose

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