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Luxury Vacation in Costa Rica
Family Vacation in Costa Rica
Day 1 / Heredia City:
Itinerary: Arrive to San Jose Airport, our staff will pick you up and take you to your hotel.
Stay 1 night in Heredia.
Driving time: 15 minutes (approx.)
Description: Sitting just a short distance from the capital San Jose, the lush and gorgeous province of Heredia is one of the most beautiful provinces in Costa Rica. Known for its verdant coffee plantation covered hills and volcanic national parks; this mountainous region also has dense tropical forests, stunning waterfalls and roaring rivers that make it the ideal destination, for those who wish to enjoy nature at its very best. Offering a plethora of activities both nature and adventure based, the province of Heredia is definitely worth a visit if you happen to be in the region.
Things to do while in Heredia:
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Where to stay in Heredia? Finca Rosa Blanca Coffee Plantation & Inn
Finca Rosa Blanca & Coffee Plantation Inn is located on a four acre coffee plantation on the Province of Heredia Costa Rica. This beautiful Resort, nestled in the middle of a Coffee Plantation has been renewed; it is a natural, secluded, private, tropical hideaway away from traffic and surrounded by many varieties of tropical plants, flowers and organically grown fruit trees. This sanctuary is a natural retreat for luxury travelers looking for quiet place, eco travelers, bird watchers, animal/nature lovers and guests, who seek a true Costarican, non toxic environment in which to relax and unwind.Finca Rosa Blanca offers a great restaurant, swimming pool, Jacuzzi, Spa Hall, and a great Central Valley View from almost all rooms. This is the perfect place for your overnight close to the San Jose airport.
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Hotel type: Boutique Hotel (****)
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Room type: 2 Junior Suites
Days 2-3-4 / Arenal Volcano:
Itinerary: A bilingual driver will pick you up at the hotel´s door to go to Arenal Volcano. On the way, we will visit the Poas Volcano National Park, a must do in Costa Rica.
Driving time: 5 hours (approx.).
Description: Arenal Volcano is the most active volcano in the western hemisphere and its presence dominates the northern town of La Fortuna. The farmland around is a deep green, primary and secondary forests blanket the midlands, and towering above it all is classically cone-shaped Arenal - smoking, rumbling, spewing car-sized boulders and spitting red-hot lava that lights up the night sky.
Famous for is nighttime lava fireworks, Arenal Volcano towers above a lovely lake of the same name. There are plenty of natural activities, eco-adventures, and the lake is particularly popular with fishermen and windsurfers. The thermal springs at the base of the mountain offer a refreshing dip any tome of the day. The Volcano itself rumbles frequently and, if not socked in by clouds, is very impressive and just a tad exciting
Where to stay in Arenal Volcano? Arenal Manoa Hotel
Arenal Manoa Hotel located at the foot of the Arenal Volcano. This pretty lodge in a farm features large room with big picture windows and comfortable beds, private bathrooms, and many other amenities considered as a value when traveling: Cable TV, Hair Dryer, gorgeous bathroom and a great volcano view from each corner.
The rooms are large and attractive, with a great nighttime view of the volcano from either balconies or garden patios. Each of the 80 Junior Suites has a little garden; the restaurant is influenced by Costarican cuisine and offers a great international menu. One of the most impressive volcano views is from the restaurant. 2 swimming pools, Wet bar, Jacuzzi, Wireless Internet all over the property, and a Massages Room are part of the featured services encountered here.
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Hotel type: Mountain Hotel (****)
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Room type: 2 rooms - Junior Suite, Volcano View
Days 5-6 / Monteverde Cloud Forest:
Itinerary: Going from Arenal Volcano toarriving to Monteverde, stay 2 nights / 3 days at this destination.
The Jeep-Boat-Jeep is one of the most to do in your vacation trip. A 4x4 will pick up at your hotel, then, you will be transferred by a boat through the Arenal Lake and then another Jeep will go straight to your next hotel´s door.
Driving time: 3 hours (approx.).
Description: The Monteverde Cloud is a diverse biological wonderland that contains old-growth trees, favored habitat of the spectacular quetzal. But it is also home to 400 other kinds of birds, including 30 types of hummingbirds and such odd specimens as three-watted bellbirds and bare-necked umbrella birds. Ground-dwelling residents include the powerful jaguar, the ocelot and the tapir, 2,500 species of plants - including 420kinds of orchids - and 1,200 amphibians and reptile species. Because there is so much to see, it´s best to have a guide who knows where to look for wildlife in the wild.
Things to do while in Monteverde:
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Where to stay in Monteverde? El Establo Hotel
Nestled in the misty cloud forest of Monteverde, El Establo offers the best quality services that will make your trip an unforgettable experience: The Area`s Best View, 2 Heated Covered Pools, Spa, 2 Restaurants, Cafe-Bar, 155 Rooms, Special Events Center for 400 people, Internet Access, Hiking and Mountain biking Trails, Souvenirs Shop, Tennis Court, Basketball Court, Mini Soccer Court, Tennis Court, Canopy Tour and the Most Charming Staff.This half Costarican – half Quaker family owned hotel, will allow you to share the best of both cultures.
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2 Restaurant
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Indoor Pool
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Internet
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Gardens
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Luxury Cuisine
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2 Bars
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Conference Center
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Gym
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Hotel type: Boutique Mountain Hotel (****)
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Room type: Mountain Suite
Days 7-8-9-10 / Playa Nosara (Guiones Beach):
Itinerary: Private transportation to Nosara Beach. On the way we will stop at the Pumas Rescue Center to admire the Costarican Pumas living in this refugee. Stay 4 nights / 5 days at this destination.
Driving time: 5 hours (approx.). Private Transfer
Description: Whether you are looking for yoga and relaxation or a surfing adventure, today, Nosara is one of the green zones of greatest beauty in all of Costa Rica. Thick rich forest grows in areas that were once razed for the benefit of cattle. Nosara's Proyecto Americano" or American Project, which includes lots in the northern end of Playa Guiones, Playa Pelada and some of the surrounding hills, is a wonderful example of responsible planning and development. Here you can still feel total isolation and surround himself with nothing but a pristine tropical environment.
Where to stay in Playa Guiones? Harmony Nosara Beach Hotel
The graceful simplicity of earth tones and crisp whites creates rooms that are rooted in nature and beach life at the Harmony.All 24 accommodations reside on a path that meanders through a tropical garden overflowing with native vegetation. And the ears do not lie-that is the sound of waves. The path ends nearby at the warm, inviting Pacific Ocean on Playa Guiones, Nosara.
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Hotel type: Surfing, Yoga, Beach Hotel Resort (****)
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Room type: Two Bedroom Suite Bungalow
Day 11,
Itinerary: Going from Playa Guiones towards San Jose for overnight. Stay 1 night at this destination.
Driving time: 4.5 hours (approx.). Private Transfer
Description: Stay one night in a hotel close to the airport prior to departure.
Where to stay? Finca Rosa Blanca Coffee Plantation & Inn
Hotel type: Boutique Hotel (****)
Room type: 2 Junior Suites
Day 12
Itinerary: A private shuttle will pick you up at the hotel and will take you to the San Jose Airport.
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Total cost of 12 days/11 nights: USD$6,637.00
Based on two double rooms - Price is total for 4 Adults
Includes:
- Airport Transfer
- Private Transportation between destinations
- Breakfast
- Superior Accommodations
- 24/7 Customer Service
- Sales Tax
What is not included?
- Tours or Activities.
- Tips
- Food and Beverages (except where indicated)
Reservations
In order to make your reservations we will require:
- Full Name of all passengers
- Arrival Date & Time
- Flight Information: Flight number, arrival time and Airline
- Return date & flight information
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