Costa Rica Adventure Tour

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1 Costa Rica Adventure Tour Day 1 - Arrive in Costa Rica After clearing customs and immigration, proceed to the reception area, where our local representative will be holding a board with your name on it. You will be greeted with a Bienvenidos a Costa Rica and transferred to the romantic Casa Turire Hotel, located in the pastoral Turrialba Valley, 40 miles from San Jose. Depending on your arrival time you may have time to take a tour of the plantation on horseback or by car, or take a dip in the spring-fed swimming pool. Day 2 - To The River! The Reventazon River gathers its waters from the rugged core of the Cordillera de Talamanca, from where it tumbles down along a cliff-lined gorge to finally meander through a gorgeous landscape of coffee and sugar cane plantations. We depart early in

2 the morning for the put-in point, where we don vests and helmets while listening to a safety orientation. Then it is 10 miles of the best class III rapids you will ever paddle complete with stunning jungle scenery and tons of wildlife watching opportunities including toucans, kingfishers, herons, tanagers, iguanas and bright green Jesus Christ lizards (you know, the funny ones that run over water). In the afternoon we return to our plantation hotel. (B,L) Day 3 - Volcanoes and Hot Springs Tour - Arenal The day starts with an overland transfer to the Arenal area, a three-hour ride, which will take us through papaya and pineapple plantations into one of the most fascinating areas in Costa Rica. The rest of the day is free to scout the surroundings or relax in the rushing waters naturally heated by the volcano and channeled into numerous hot springs. At night, the most active of all Costa Rica's volcanoes may display a true show of fiery explosions. (B) Day 4 - Arenal National Park Tour This morning don our hiking boots and join our guide for an excursion around the growling volcano. You will trek across fields of solidified lava enjoying stunning vistas of Lake Arenal before entering a dense rain forest where you may spot howler and white-faced monkeys, coatis, toucans and parrots. Return to the hotel in time for lunch and a short siesta. In the afternoon jump on horses for an easy ride to the truly beautiful La Fortuna Waterfall. You may choose to take a dip in the clear waters before returning to the hotel. This evening you may want to return to the Hot Springs to soothe your muscles in the inviting pools. (B) Day 5 - A Day For You - Relax or Adventure Today you may take a break from our eventful schedule. But if you are still in the mood for some more action, here are some ideas: Take advantage of Lake Arenal s excellent conditions for windsurfing and fishing, visit the Venado Caves, go mountain biking or sign up for the full day tour to Cano Negro Wildlife Refuge. Or you may take a stroll in the surrounding countryside, catch up with your reading and revisit the hot springs. At night, we will be expectantly waiting for the volcano to offer one of its fiery performances. (B) Day 6 - To The Coast - Tamarindo Our private driver will pick you up at your hotel and drive you around Lake Arenal up to the junction with the Panamerican Highway. Once there you will be heading for Liberia, the main getaway to the Costa Rican North Pacific. Once in Liberia, we take a turn and head for the fishing village of Tamarindo, which will welcome you with its quaint hotels, fabulous beach and laid-back atmosphere. The rest of the day is at leisure to enjoy the beach, admire the sunset and dine on fresh seafood. (B)

3 Day 7 - Day 9 - Beach Days Enjoy Costa Rica s premier beach destination as you wish. Guanacaste features hundreds of white, gold, pink, and black sandy beaches, crowds of underwater creatures, spectacular sunsets, night excursions to turtle nesting sites (October to February), romantic hotels, snorkeling tours, sunset cruises, national parks, volcanoes, hot springs and some of the best fishing in the world. Please check with the concierge or the tour desk at your hotel for the latest on tours and dining venues. (B) Day 10 - Finca Rosa Blanca Free morning. In the afternoon we board a flight back to San Jose. We spend our last day at the romantic Finca Rosa Blanca located in the mountains surrounding San Jose. A haven of peace and tranquility, Rosa Blanca has been described as the most beautiful hotel in Central America. Relax by the natural spring-fed pool, enjoy a succulent dinner and take in the commanding vistas of the Central Valley. The perfect finale for a great romantic adventure! (B) Day 11 - Farewell to Costa Rica Today our local representative will be transferring you to the airport in time for your departure flight. We wish you a pleasant trip back home and hope to enjoy your company in another exciting adventure very soon. (B)

4 Accommodations: Turrialba The Casa Turire Hotel Casa Turire recalls the gracious charm of a antique hacienda home located in the heart of the verdant Turrialba agricultural regions. This beautiful estate is enfolded by the Angostura Lake with the imposing presence of the Turrialba Mountains forming a dramatic backdrop. All rooms have direct-dial telephones, safe deposit boxes, and private bathrooms with hot water, hair dryers, satellite plasma TV, ceiling fans and private balconies. 3 Suites: All with king size beds; all have extra sofa beds; expansive living areas; mini fridge. Jacuzzi in the bath, private bathrooms with hot water and hydro massage shower, hair dryers, coffee maker, Satellite TV, 42 Plasma TV. The cost of the above tour is $2,198 per person based on double occupancy. It includes all of the above. This does not include travel insurance and flight. Please visit our website at to refer to the terms and conditions attached to this quote. Please note that this is only a quote and it is therefore subject to availability at the time of booking.

5 To book this tour or if you have any additional questions, contact Maupintour at