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Costa Rica Natures Museum
10 Days starting from $1,399

Countries Visited:
Costa Rica

 

Length: 10 Days
Type: First Class Tour
Category: South and Central America
Operator: Collette
Tour Code: 3396
   
 
 
 
About This Tour


Journey to Costa Rica, a land of rich natural wonders and friendly people. Travel beyond San Jose, Costa Rica' colorful capital city, to explore the striking flora and fauna in three important nature reserves: Braulio Carrillo National Park, Tortuguero National Park and Cano Negro Wildlife Refuge. Enjoy the many pristine natural wonders of Costa Rica through exclusive excursions and special presentations, as well as unscheduled time for personal discovery.
 
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TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:
Braulio Carrillo National Park, Poas Volcano, Coffee Plantation, Tortuguero National Park, Sarapiqui, Rain Forest, Arenal Volcano, Cano Negro Wildlife Refuge

Enjoy the services of a professional tour manager who accompanies you throughout your trip.

Meals
9 Breakfast(s), 9 Dinner(s)

Hotel Accommodations:
Listed below or equivalent. Rooms with private bath or shower, hotel taxes, porterage, tips, and service charges

SAN JOSEMelia Cariari Golf Resort

SAN CARLOSTilajari Resort

MONTEVERDEHotel Heliconia or El Establo

GUANACASTEHotel Borinquen

Complimentary hotel-to-hotel baggage handling.
Sightseeing
Private transportation via a deluxe, climate-controlled motorcoach
Day 1
San Jose, Costa Rica
Welcome to Costa Rica, a land of rich natural wonders. During your timeless journey, explore an outstanding variety of flora and fauna in three nature reserves: Braulio Carrillo National Park, Tortuguero National Park, and Cano Negro Wildlife Refuge. Upon your arrival today in Costa Rica’s vibrant capital, San Jose, relax and spend the remainder of the day at leisure, soaking up your new surroundings.

Day 2
San Jose - Poas Volcano - Coffee Plantation
View the spectacular scenery of the Central Valley, ringed by soaring mountains, as you travel to the mammoth Poas Volcano. Walk to the edge of the crater for a magnificent view of this amazing landscape. Next, attend a tour of the Doka Coffee Plantation that highlights the importance of the coffee industry in Costa Rica. Tonight, gather for a special reception and dinner.

Day 3
San Jose - Braulio Carrillo National Park - Tortuguero National Park
Travel through Braulio Carrillo National Park which offers one of the richest rain forest canopies in the world. Stop at a local banana plantation, learning about its economic and social value to Costa Rica. Board your transport to cruise the rivers and canals of Tortuguero National Park, as your guide explains the rain forest eco-system and points out sites of interest. Tortuguero National Park protects over 350 species of birds and mammals, including 13 of Costa Rica’s 16 endangered species such as tapirs, ocelots, cougars, river otters and manatees. Enjoy a memorable two-night stay at your eco-lodge surrounded by the beauty of a tropical forest and amazing wildlife. Learn more about your surroundings by visiting the world’s first Green Turtle Research Station and discover how to protect the turtle’s nesting habitat and eggs.

Day 4
Tortuguero National Park Canal Cruise
During an early morning bird-watching excursion, learn about the variety of local species and migratory birds that flock to this area. Later, experience a spectacular boat cruise through the various canals and be sure to keep an eye out for wildlife, including howler monkeys, toucans, aquatic birds and exotic flora.

Day 5
Tortuguero National Park - Sarapiquí - San Carlos
A leisurely boat ride returns you to the mainland to travel to the fascinating Sarapiquí region. At an organic pineapple plantation learn about the various types of this exotic fruit and why Costa Rica’s are among the world’s best. Continue to San Carlos where you will spend three nights in a sprawling rain forest resort nestled in 35 acres of magnificent gardens and tropical fruit trees overlooking the San Carlos River. Enjoy a tour of the botanical and butterfly gardens upon arrival.

Day 6
San Carlos - Rain Forest Walk - Arenal Volcano
Explore the nearby rain forest''s diversity of flora and fauna during a morning walk. Experience the beauty of the geothermal region surrounding the impressive Arenal Volcano when you arrive at Ecothermales Hot Springs, a family-owned hot springs oasis. Stroll its beautiful grounds, soak in the soothing, hot mineral-rich waters, or take advantage of the first rate spa services. Enjoy a wonderful dinner overlooking Arenal Volcano.

Day 7
San Carlos - Cano Negro Wildlife Refuge
The Cano Negro Wildlife Refuge is a remote 20,000-acre jungle refuge with an amazing variety of birds and indigenous wildlife, including spider and howler monkeys and two-toed sloths. Embark on a guided riverboat trip down the Rio Frio to observe this exotic wildlife.

Day 8
San Carlos - San Jose
Returning to San Jose, tour the colorful Plaza de Cultural; the National Museum, which houses a collection of pre-Columbian art and other exhibits detailing the history of Costa Rica; and the National Theater, a magnificent building of post-baroque splendor. This evening, enjoy a festive farewell dinner.

Day 9
San Jose - Tour Concludes
Your tour ends today, leaving you with many pleasant memories of a wonderful vacation.


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Airfare Disclaimer
A NOTE ABOUT AIRFARE: We encourage you to buy your airfare from the tour operator, because if your tour cancels then your airlines tickets will be covered. Purchasing flights separately at a lesser rate and incorporating it with a Non-Guaranteed Departure Date can result in loss of total cost of your flight investment. Depending on the fare rules, flights may be Non-Refundable and/or Non-Transferable. Neither the tour operator and/or Atlas Cruises & Tours will be held responsible for loss if a tour is cancelled for Lack of Participation. If you would like to check for discounted fares on Guaranteed Departures or for competitive pricing on air and hotel packages, we invite you to follow this link.

Documents
TRAVEL DOCUMENTS: Necessary Travel Documents such as Passports and Visas is the responsibility of the traveler. Passports must be valid six months from your return travel date.
         
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Sample land and air rate is subject to availability and may vary by airline, flight number or routing.
The days and order of sightseeing may change to best utilize your time on tour.
Tour price does not include fees for a passport, which is required.
Taxes/fees to be paid in local currencies upon exiting the country are approximately $27 USD.
Hotel check-in on your day of arrival is 3:00 PM. Rooms may not be available prior to that time.
This tour will visit Poas Volcano which has an elevation of 9,000 feet.
We want you to enjoy your tour with us; therefore, it is important that you know this tour is an adventure! You will view spectacular scenery while experiencing the culture and heritage of the region. We have selected small, comfortable hotels for their locations and they may be considered rustic. Air conditioning is available in San Jose. However, air conditioning and elevators are not available in all properties used on this tour. Most hotels typically have ceiling fans only.
Our itineraries include many activities and may consist of walking on uneven terrain or significant walking at times. Some of the most unique sightseeing can mean accessing locations that restrict motor coaches, especially in historic areas. For your comfort, we recommend bringing sturdy walking shoes.
Itinerary featured is for May 2008 - April 2009 tour departures. Departures prior to this date feature one additional day and significant hotel and sightseeing differences. Please confirm at time of reservation.
If you have not purchased air through the tour operator and wish to purchase transfers, you must transfer at our pre-scheduled times.
This journey includes San Jose, Poas Volcano, Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve and more.

Journey to a land of rich natural wonders and friendly people.

Educational Highlights in Costa Rica: A local Costa Rican naturalist takes you off the beaten path to discover the nation's spectacular flora and fauna, geological wonders and tropical forest ecology as you journey from the coastal lowlands into the cloud forests of the central highlands.
Learn about the unique flavors and processing techniques of Costa Rican coffee production at a coffee plantation.
Enjoy a discussion on the geology of Costa Rica's active and dormant volcanoes, and their environmental and economic impact on the nation.
Learn about the differences between Costa Rica's varied forest environments.
Sample land and air rate is subject to availability and may vary by airline, flight number or routing.
The days and order of sightseeing may change to best utilize your time on tour.
Tour price does not include fees for a passport, which is required.
Taxes/fees to be paid in local currencies upon exiting the country are approximately $27 USD.
Hotel check-in on your day of arrival is 3:00 PM. Rooms may not be available prior to that time.
This tour will visit Poas Volcano which has an elevation of 9,000 feet.
We want you to enjoy your tour with us; therefore, it is important that you know this tour is an adventure! You will view spectacular scenery while experiencing the culture and heritage of the region. We have selected small, comfortable hotels for their locations and they may be considered rustic. Air conditioning is available in San Jose. However, air conditioning and elevators are not available in all properties used on this tour. Most hotels typically have ceiling fans only.
Our itineraries include many activities and may consist of walking on uneven terrain or significant walking at times. Some of the most unique sightseeing can mean accessing locations that restrict motor coaches, especially in historic areas. For your comfort, we recommend bringing sturdy walking shoes.
Itinerary featured is for May 2008 - April 2009 tour departures. Departures prior to this date feature one additional day and significant hotel and sightseeing differences. Please confirm at time of reservation.
If you have not purchased air through the tour operator and wish to purchase transfers, you must transfer at our pre-scheduled times.
   
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