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COSTA RICA BY TRANSFER
Transfers in international company
Day 1 Transfer from International Airport to San Jose. Overnight
at Amon Park Plaza Hotel
Located at 1149 m above sea level, maintains an average all year
round temperature of 24°C .
An intimate hotel of distinctive Costa Rican character and style,
the Amón Park Plaza is dedicated to providing personalized
service and attention. Situated in San José's historic Amón
district, the Amón Plaza Hotel is conveniently located in
the heart of central city's cultural, shopping, entertainment and
business venues. Only 15 minutes from the Juan Santamaría's
International Airport. AMON PLAZA HOTEL has a select restaurant,
the "Danubio", which offers the palate a sophisticated
menu of international and Costa Rican cuisine.
Day 2 Free day in San Jose. Overnight at Amon Park Plaza
Hotel
Day 3 Transfer from San José to Tortuguero. Overnight
at Pachira Lodge
Early in the morning a bilingual guide will meet you in your hotel
in San Jose. Transfer to Pachira Lodge in luxury minibus, stop for
breakfast in Hotel Suerre Restaurant. Today you are invited to one
of the most exotic regions in Costa Rica: The Tortuguero National
Park. Rich flora and fauna abound in this park. The park is made
up by a system of natural and man - made canals that serve as waterways
for transportation and exploration. This tour would generally allow
you to admire flora and fauna in their natural habitat, including
orchids, birds, monkeys, crocodiles, toucans, etc., as well as the
Humid Tropical Forest, where marine turtles like the Chelonia Midas
( green turtle ) lay their eggs. ( Seasonal July through September
).
Accommodation in Pachira lodge, with beautiful gardens and rustic
accommodations. Swimming pool, Jacuzzi, relaxing ranchos with hammocks,
comfortable rooms with private bathrooms, hot water and ceiling
fans, and an excellent bar and restaurant service. For further information
please visit : http://www.pachiralodge.com
Day 4 Tour to Tortuguero Nacional Park. Overnight at Pachira
Lodge
Opportunity to explore the Tortuguero National Park area. Hiking
and boat trips are included.
Day 5 Transfer from Tortuguero to Arenal. Overnight at Montaña
de Fuego Hotel (Deluxe Room)
Nothing short of "awesome" is the only way to describe
the feeling one has when seeing Arenal Volcano for the first time.
Moving through the valleys of the agriculturally rich Northern Zone
up through San Carlos and into the towering rain forest, this is
one of the most inviting regions in Costa Rica.
Montaña de Fuego Resort and spa is located in La Fortuna,
San Carlos, the hotel takes advantage of the natural beauty of the
area and emerges as a peaceful oasis within a magnificent vegetation
and diverse fauna. The best and most spectacular view of the Arenal
Volcano. Its spacious and comfortable rooms offer you all the facilities
to rest and relax. Besides, you will have the opportunity to choose
among different tours full of adventure and specially for nature
lovers.
Accommodation at Deluxe Bungalows: With a spectacular view of the
Arenal Volcano, spacious and comfortable rooms, with private bathroom
with hot water, and private porch. For further information please
visit: http://www.montanadefuego.com/
Day 6 Free day in Arenal. Overnight at Montaña de
Fuego Hotel (Deluxe Room)
Day 7 Transfer from Arenal to Rincon de la Vieja. Overnight
at Hacienda Guachipelín Hotel
The climate in this national park is so diverse that areas with
a severe dry season lasting 4 or 5 months are immediately followed
by others, near the summit or on the Caribbean side, where there
is constant rainfall, which gives rise to a forest mass rich in
epiphytes. The differences in altitude and climate play an important
role in the distribution of the flora and fauna. Resident species
include the resplendent quetzal, three-wattles bellbirds, morpho
butterflies, tapir, coatimundis and three kinds of monkeys.
Day 8 Free day in Rincon de la Vieja. Overnight at Hacienda
Guachipelín Hotel
Accommodation at Hacienda Guachipelín a typical hacienda
located near beautiful waterfalls that can be discovered by horse
or hiking. Swimming pool. All of the rooms have private bathrooms
with hot water. Hacienda Guachipelín is a cattle farm dedicated
to raising beef cattle and work horses. It is also dedicated to
the conservation of the dry tropical forest and to commercial reforestation.
In the last years it has participated in activities such as eco-tourism,
adventure tourism.
As far natural attractions, there are rivers, waterfalls, natural
pools, thermal waters, volcanic mud, tropical forests, birds, mammals,
reptiles, insects and more. In the National Park exist countless
attractions, more rivers, waterfalls, boiling mud pools, vapor vents,
thermal waters, sulphur springs, a volcanic crater and a lake on
the mountain summit. For further information please visit: http://www.guachipelin.com
Day 9 Transfer from Arenal to Monteverde. Overnight at El
Establo Hotel (Deluxe Room)
The Monteverde Cloud Forest area is known around the world for its
conservation efforts and lifestyle centered on respect for nature.
Santa Elena is the area's main service center with various shops
and tourism companies. Though its main attraction is the Monteverde
Biological Preserve, the region also features a variety of natural
places, picturesque paths, flora- and fauna-watching opportunities,
natural landscapes and more.
Day 10 Free day in Monteverde. Overnight at El Establo Hotel
(Deluxe Room)
El Establo Hotel is located in Monteverde in one of the nicest places
of Costa Rica. From the balconies you will experience sunsets and
a breathtaking view. At El Establo Hotel and in mid if the Monteverde
Mountains you will find the Green Leaf Spa. At the Spa you will
leave your daily stress behind and relax yourself. www.elestablo.com
Day 11 Transfer from Monteverde to Manuel Antonio. Overnight
at El Parador Hotel (Jungle Room)
Manuel Antonio National Park. In this 682 - hectare national park
you will see beaches, islands offshore, lush rainforest with good
trails, and may have close - up encounters with monkeys, sloth's
and lots of birds. Between beaching, you can explore the park's
network of wide trails, which lead into a swatch of humid tropical
forest. Manuel Antonio National Park attracts with tropical jungle
that borders white sand beaches and blue-green waters... A splendid
combination of nature experience and beach fun.
Hotel Parador "Boutique Resort & Spa", is located
on Punta Quepos in the most pristine and tranquil area of Manuel
Antonio, yet within minutes from the World Famous Manuel Antonio
National Park, the small sport fishing town of Quepos, and the local
airport.
It's elegant Mediterranean - style architecture, modeled after the
Traditional Spanish Paradores and quaint European "boutique
hotels", has made the resort one of a kind. With 108 rooms
and suites, we offer all the expected amenities of a four - plus
resort, with European refinement and a warm tropical touch! www.hotelparador.com
Day 12 Free day in Manuel Antonio. Overnight at El Parador
Hotel (Jungle Room)
Day 13 Free day in Manuel Antonio. Overnight at El Parador
Hotel (Jungle Room)
Day 14 Transfer from Manuel Antonio to San José.
Overnight at Carlsson Country Inn & Suites
Day 15 Transfer from Hotel to the International Airport
DOUBLE OCCUPANCY + TRANSFERS
Rate High Season 2008
(£800 per person)
( November 1, 2007 - April 30, 2008 )
Local taxes included. Rates based on double occupancy. Subject to
availability
Rate Special Season & Green Season 2007
(£755 per person)
( May 1 - October 31, 2008 Including July and August )
Local taxes included. Rates based on double occupancy. Subject to
availability
Additional fees apply in bookings within December 21, 2007 &
January 2, 2008
and within March 17-23, 2008
Includes:
1. Personalized information, maps, brochures, vouchers etc.
2. 14 nights lodging at hotels described at the preceding proposal
(depending on availability), Breakfast included.
3. Tortuguero Package: ground and boat transportation San José
- Lodge - Siquirres. Full American plan (B, L, D) in lodge, including
the breakfast on road day 3, natural drinks, bilingual guided regular
tours (English speaking guide). Tours and transfers in international
company in Tortuguero.
4. Airport transfer upon arrival and departure
5. Transfers in modern minibuses, with air-conditioning, in international
company.
Does NOT include:
1. Excursions indicated as optional or as not included
2. National Parks entrance fee ($ 7.00 pp) not included.
3. International flights, airport taxes, personal expenses, alcoholic
drinks, tips.
Remarks: Max luggage 1 normal suitcase and hand luggage per person.
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The best time to visit Costa Rica is
between October and March
-Personalized information, maps, brochures, vouchers etc.
-13 days 4x4 Daihatsu Terios (manual) AC with free mileage
-Continental / Buffet Breakfast included in each hotel
-Airport transfers
-Lodging at middle class hotels / lodges with private bathroom
and hot water and AC as indicated
-Basic Insurance rental car $18.00 per day
-Other meals, entrance fees, excursions than indicated
airport taxes.
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