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Fantasy on Beaches and Volcanoes, Self-Drive

7 days
Start and end in San Jose
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Plan your adventure:
Road Trip & Self-Drive
Hit the open road and travel at your own pace
Self-guided
Independent exploration, backed by expert advice and support
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    San Jose

    San Jose
    Start point
    Aeropuerto Internacional Juan Santamaría (SJO), Ruta Nacional 1, Alajuela, Alajuela, Costa Rica (Pick up at San Jose Airport)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Sleep Inn Hotel)

    Optional Activities

    • Explore San Jose city and surroundings on your own
  2. Day 2

    San Jose to Arenal

    San Jose to Arenal
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Casa Luna Hotel & Spa)

    Optional Activities

    • Discover Arenal surroundings on your own
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  3. Day 3

    Arenal to Tamarindo

    Arenal to Tamarindo
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Tamarindo Diria)

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Tamarindo beach on your own
    • Enjoy resort facilities
    Landmarks
    Tamarindo Beach
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  4. Day 4

    Tamarindo

    Tamarindo
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Tamarindo Diria)

    Optional Activities

    • Explore and discover Tamarindo on your own
  5. Day 5

    Tamarindo

    Tamarindo
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Tamarindo Diria)

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Tamarindo region on your own
  6. Day 6

    Tamarindo to San Jose

    Tamarindo to San Jose
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Sleep Inn Hotel)

    Optional Activities

    • Explore San Jose on your own
  7. Day 7

    San Jose

    San Jose
    End point
    Aeropuerto Internacional Juan Santamaría (SJO), Ruta Nacional 1, Alajuela, Alajuela, Costa Rica (Drop off at San Jose Airport)
    Meals
    Breakfast

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Tour ID: 208679

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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.
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    • 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 October 24th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after October 24th, 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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