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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    San José

    San José
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Boutique Hotel Casa Las Orquideas)

    Included Activities

    • Meet Your CEO and Group
  3. Day 2

    San José to La Fortuna

    San José to La Fortuna
    Meals
    Lunch
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Eco Arenal)

    Included Activities

    • La Paz Waterfall
    • Mi Cafecito Coffee Cooperative Tour

    Optional Activities

    • Hike nature trails in La Fortuna
    • Swim in La Fortuna waterfall
    • Canyoning
    Landmarks
    La Paz Waterfall
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  4. Day 3

    La Fortuna

    La Fortuna
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Eco Arenal)

    Optional Activities

    • Stand Up Paddle Lesson and Tour (65 USD per person)
    • Lost Canyon Adventures Canyoning
    • Whitewater Rafting (87-102 USD per person)
    • Stand-up Paddle Board on Lake Arenal (2 USD per person)
    • La Fortuna Waterfall Swim (20 USD per person)
    • Gravity Falls Waterfall Jumping (133 USD per person)
    • Hot Springs Soak (42-84 USD per person)
    • Costa Rica Adrenaline Bundle
    Landmarks
    Arenal Volcano
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  5. Day 4

    La Fortuna to Monteverde

    La Fortuna to Monteverde
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    Hotel (Hotel Historias Lodge)

    Included Activities

    • Guided Cloud Forest Night Walk
    Landmarks
    Monteverde Cloud Forest
    Lake Arenal
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  6. Day 5

    Monteverde

    Monteverde
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Historias Lodge)

    Optional Activities

    • Ziplining
    • Hanging Bridges Monteverde (56-60 USD per person)
    • Monteverde Horseback Riding (55 USD per person)
    • Santa Elena Cloud Forest Guided Tour (49 USD per person)
    • El Trapiche Tour Monteverde (52 USD per person)
    • CASEM Coop Visit
    • Monteverde Butterfly Garden Visit (21 USD per person)
    Landmarks
    Monteverde Cloud Forest
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  7. Day 6

    Monteverde to Quepos

    Monteverde to Quepos
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    Hotel (Hotel Le Priss)

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Manuel Antonio National Park
    • Swimming
    • Fishing
    • Kayaking
    • Surfing (85 USD per person)
    • Sailing
    • Learn salsa dancing
    Landmarks
    Manuel Antonio National Park
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  8. Day 7

    Quepos

    Quepos
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    Hotel (Hotel Le Priss)

    Included Activities

    • Manuel Antonio National Park Visit

    Optional Activities

    • Swimming in the Pacific
    • Kayaking through mangroves (80-90 USD per person)
    • Relaxing on the beach
    • Whitewater Rafting Manuel Antonio (95-130 USD per person)
    Landmarks
    Manuel Antonio National Park
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  9. Day 8

    Quepos to San José

    Quepos to San José
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Boutique Hotel Casa Las Orquideas)

    Optional Activities

    • Beach relaxation
    • Sailing the Pacific in the morning
    • Manuel Antonio Catamaran Tour
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  10. Day 9

    San José

    San José

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  • Amber5.0July 2026
    Excellent overall. No complaints! From the tour guide to the locations and all the new friends, everything was...
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    Shani5.0June 2026
    Amazing trip! CEO Criss was exceptional.
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    Allison5.0June 2026
    Great G Adventure, lots of nature, great scenery and lovely people
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    Yao5.0June 2026
    Speedy response and great customer service
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    Bilal3.0May 2026
    Tour was well organized and with good guide. However, too many nature excursions/activities. If I had known that I...
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    Eric4.0April 2026
    I had an amazing trip to Costa Rica! I thought that the hotels had good service for the quality that was advertised...
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    zhao5.0March 2026
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    AnnMaria5.0March 2026
    I rarely leave reviews but I had to for this trip. Whether you love to relax or always on the go, Costa Rica has...
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  • Joanna
    Joanna3.0March 2026
    I liked the itinerary and we had a very good guide, Fernando. The first hotel in San Jose was definitely well below...
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    Vicky

    Asked on August 17th, 2026

    Is Costa Rica hiking friendly? If yes, do you also offer hiking itineraries?

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten August 2026

      We don't offer any customised tours, but we can run one of the tours selected from our website as a private departure for your group. Typical private group size is 8 or more. For most of our departures the minimum number of people required to run a private departure is 8 (with some exceptions). We can make some enhancements to some of our tours, but there are limitations and restrictions. If you don't meet the minimum of 8 travellers, we suggest to book on a public departure. Our public departures do not require a minimum number of travellers to run as we offer these as guaranteed departures. For private departures for groups with less than 8 passengers, the price will increase as the group size decreases.

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    Rachael

    Asked on July 24th, 2026

    Is the hotel used on the 1st and 8th night still Hotel El Sesteo? I'm a solo female traveller and have read reviews saying this hotel is run down and in an area which is not safe for women on their own.

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten July 2026

      On day 1 and day 8 we use the Boutique Hotel Casa Las Orquideas.

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    Vincent

    Asked on July 9th, 2026

    Are most of the activities and daily excursions included in the price? We have been on a G Adventures trip to Peru before. Breakfasts were included with the hotel each morning. Is breakfast not included in this package?

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten July 2026

      There is 1 Lunch meal included in the tour price. The day to day activities are included, apart from the optional activities. The trip will proceed as per usual on Christmas Day.

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      Vincent

      TravelerWritten July 2026

      Will breakfast be available at each hotel?

    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten July 2026

      It will depend on the hotel. If they serving breakfast that you can pay for additionally then you do have the option to get some.

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      Vincent

      TravelerWritten July 2026

      I want to make sure that most daily activities and excursions are included in the price. I know there will be some special add ons but I want to make sure. Some companies have a price close your yours but you have to pay extra for activities every single day.

    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten July 2026

      All of the key highlights and included activities listed in the itinerary are covered in the tour price, so you won't be expected to pay extra for excursions every day.

      There are a few optional activities available if you'd like to add to your experience, but these are entirely optional. The tour is designed so you'll still enjoy a full experience without feeling pressured to spend more.

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    Michelle

    Asked on May 5th, 2026

    Do you not supply breakfast in your hotels? Only one lunch included?

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten May 2026

      The tour does not offer breakfasts at the hotels for many reasons. Many do not offer a breakfast in their night stays or offer a buffet breakfast included. If there is that you wish to have breakfast at the hotels, we recommend arranging this when checking in.

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    Stacey

    Asked on April 16th, 2026

    looking for 8 days round trip from edmonton to costrica for 3 persons where meal and local tour shall include

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten April 2026

      the Costa Rica Quest is available to be booked for the 6th of August however kindly note we cannot assist with a flight quote from Edmonton to Costa Rica, you would need to book this independently

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    Samuel

    Asked on April 13th, 2026

    Can a 10 year old join?

    Age Range
    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten April 2026

      We do have a minimum age requirement of 12+ on this trip. We do have our Costa Rica Family Experience that has a minimum age of 6+, so that may be an option for you.

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    Natalie

    Asked on April 13th, 2026

    Can the hotels be upgraded to 4 star? How much more? If I have a group of 7 and that be the tour?

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten April 2026

      We are unable to upgrade hotels on our trips

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    Martin

    Asked on March 26th, 2026

    We are 2 families. Each family consist of 2 adults and 2 kids ages 15 and 17. We would like to first go to Manuel Antonio, then to Monteverde, then to Arenal. We prefer 4 stars (or higher) hotels. Also, some activities at each area. We would like to stay at Tabacon Thermal resort at lease 2 nights. Can you give us an estimate for a tour? including stay, transportation, and activities.

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten March 2026

      Kindly note that this trip cannot be modified, as it is a standard group tour and not a custom private trip. It would need to be booked as it is. Alternatively, we can explore a custom private trip, but please note that these are typically more expensive than group tours.

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    Sophie

    Asked on March 23rd, 2026

    What is the average age group for this tour?

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      Sophie

      TravelerWritten March 2026

      Upon arrival to airport on day one, is there a particular taxi or shuttle that you recommend? How much is the transport fee typically from airport to night one Hotel?

    • S

      Sophie

      TravelerWritten March 2026

      Would you be able to help coordinate transport from hotel to airport on day 8 for me?

    • S

      Sophie

      TravelerWritten March 2026

      In your opinion, will the rainy season be an obstacle to enjoy the tentative scheduled activities?

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      Sophie

      TravelerWritten March 2026

      Do I have time to cancel, without penalty, once I book if something comes up before the trip?

    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten March 2026

      As this is a Classic trip with no age restriction the ages do vary depending on the date. For 4 June there are 4 travellers booked born in the 50' and 70's.

    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten March 2026

      We do offer transfers, the pricing is as follows: San Jose Airport to San Jose Hotel - Arrival Transfer - USD $50

    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten March 2026

      We can only assist with a departure transfer the day the tour ends or if you are staying longer through our hotel, we can assist then as well. San Jose Hotel to San Jose Airport - Departure Transfer - USD $50

    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten March 2026

      Most activities still continue in the rain, however the tour leader would communicate with the group and you vote if you want to do it or not. Most cases it can be moved as well.

    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten March 2026

      Our cancellation policy is below: Up to 30th day prior to departure: Your 20% non-refundable deposit is saved on your file as Lifetime Deposit towards a future tour with G Adventures. From 29th day to 3rd day prior to departure: 70% of travel fare becomes non-refundable: 50% cancellation fee + 20% Lifetime deposit. From 2nd day prior to departure up to departure day or in case of no show: 95% of travel fare becomes non-refundable: 75% cancellation fee + 20% Lifetime Deposit

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      Sophie

      TravelerWritten March 2026

      I have read reviews that the hotel you offer in your package in San Jose has roaches, mold, no air, and is in an unsafe neighborhood. Would you agree? if so, Is there another nearby hotel that you recommend for me?

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      Sophie

      TravelerWritten March 2026

      Are American dollars accepted?

    • S

      Sophie

      TravelerWritten March 2026

      Would you recommend I bring cash and card or is card good enough?

    • S

      Sophie

      TravelerWritten March 2026

      Will I be able to sign up for the additional excursions over there?

    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten March 2026

      We take reviews into consideration when choosing our hotels. That being said, some might not experience the hotels the same as others. All of our hotels are centrally located for convenience as well as comfortable. Should you wish to stay elsewhere, you will forfeit this service and we won't be able to offer a discounted rate. You will need to source and confirm your own hotel at your own expense since this is our trusted supplier.

    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten March 2026

      Credit cards and debit cards are very useful for cash advances. Visa cards are the most widely accepted cards. While ATMs are widely available, there are no guarantees that your credit or debit cards will actually work in Latin America. Check with your bank. You should be aware that to purchase products or services on a credit card a fee of 5%-10% usually applies. Do not rely on credit or debit cards as your only source of money. A combination of US dollars cash and cards is best. Always take more rather than less, as you don't want to spoil the trip by constantly feeling short of funds.

    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten March 2026

      Yes, optional activities can be booked locally with the help of the CEO.

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    Martin

    Asked on March 21st, 2026

    Can I proceed with booking my flights if I pay right now?

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten March 2026

      The tour and dates you are interested in are currently on a request basis. This means that once you proceed with the booking, we will need to submit a request to confirm availability.

      This process typically takes 3–4 business days, however, for destinations such as Japan, Europe, Turkey, and Roamies trips, it may take 5–10 business days. During this time, we work to confirm all components of your tour package, including (but not limited to) accommodation, activities, and transport.

      While we always aim to confirm your booking within these timeframes, there may occasionally be delays depending on supplier responses.

      If availability is confirmed, your booking will be secured and fully confirmed.
      If availability is not confirmed, any pre-authorised funds will be fully refunded.

      Please note that once the request process has been initiated, it cannot be interrupted or cancelled, and cancelling during this period will not entitle you to a refund.

      Also during the request process, we ask to not book flights until we advise if the tour is confirmed.

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