9 DAYS. Costa Rica: Rainforests, Volcanoes & Wildlife. Costa Rica is a real-life paradise.

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1 2016 Costa Rica: Rainforests, Volcanoes & Wildlife + MANUEL ANTONIO & SAN JOSÉ EXTENSION 9 DAYS 12 DAYS WITH EXTENSION Nature & Wildlife Tour Costa Rica is a real-life paradise. From misty cloud forests and lush jungles to volcanic landscapes and sun-kissed beaches, there s so much to love about this Central American hot spot. Begin your adventure in Tortuguero, the Land of Turtles, then take a dip in the natural hot springs at the foot of the mighty Arenal Volcano and explore the majestic cloud forest region before ending your tour in San Jose.

2 2016 Overview COSTA RICA: RAINFORESTS, VOLCANOES & WILDLIFE Let us handle the details Expert Tour Director Local cuisine Handpicked hotels Sightseeing with local guides Private transportation Personalized flight options Your tour includes Your tour highlights 8 nights in handpicked hotels The many turtles of Tortuguero Breakfast daily, 4 lunches, 7 three-course dinners, including beer at the welcome and farewell dinners Multilingual Tour Director Private deluxe motor coach Guided sightseeing and select entrance fees Monkey sightings practically guaranteed A muscle-soothing soak in volcanic hot springs The bird s-eye view of the rainforest The cloud forest s exotic, otherworldly atmosphere Hundreds of species of colorful birds Where you ll go OVERNIGHT STAYS 1 night San José 2 nights Tortuguero 2 nights Arenal Region 2 nights Monteverde 1 night San José Arenal Region Monteverde San José Tortuguero COSTA RICA + Manuel Antonio & San José Extension 30 MAXIMUM GROUP SIZE FOR THIS TOUR With our Right Size Advantage, your group will never get in the way of your experience. ABOUT YOUR HOTELS Our 3- and 4-diamond accommodations are handpicked to ensure quality and comfort.

3 2016 Itinerary COSTA RICA: RAINFORESTS, VOLCANOES & WILDLIFE San José 1 night Day 1: Arrival in San José Fly to Costa Rica and settle into your hotel in San José. Tortuguero 2 nights Day 2: Sightseeing tour of Tortuguero Included meals: breakfast, lunch, welcome dinner Drive through the Costa Rican countryside, then boat through jungle-lined canals to beachside Tortuguero, the Land of Turtles, for a guided tour of the tropical area. Stop in Braulio Carrillo National Park, home of many dormant volcanoes and placid crater lakes Take a scenic drive through local banana plantations Learn about endangered turtles at the Caribbean Conservation Center Later, get to know your group at a welcome dinner. Day 3: Rainforest & canal expedition Included meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner Explore Tortuguero National Park s diverse habitats, including mangrove forests, swamps and beaches. Boat through the park s canals, seeking out monkeys, tapirs, jaguars, sloths, toucans and bats View the freshwater creeks and lagoons, home to endangered turtles and over 50 species of fish Arenal Region 2 nights Day 4: Arenal hot springs Included meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner Transfer to the highlands for your first glimpse of Arenal Volcano National Park s lush landscape, shaped by the active volcano and massive lake of the same name. Then, spend an afternoon in the relaxing waters of the La Fortuna de San Carlos volcanic hot springs. Day 5: Hiking tour of Arenal Hike through Arenal Volcano National Park on a guided tour. View the mile-high volcano, a near-perfect conical shape that emerges from the Sierra de Tilarán Gaze at the placid Lake Arenal, watching for hummingbirds, woodpeckers and kingfishers by its shores Enjoy a free afternoon in Arenal or add an excursion. + Ziplining Tour Monteverde 2 nights Day 6: Scenic tour of Arenal Lake Transfer to Monteverde by boat for another look at the spectacular Lake Arenal, then enjoy a free afternoon in Monteverde or add an excursion. + Sky Walk Day 7: Cloud Forest Reserve Excursion Included meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner Take a guided tour of what may be the world s most stunning cloud forest reserve. Walk along the forest floor, spotting colorful amphibians, reptiles and birds Learn about the local educational system by visiting a school (Please note: On select departures, school may be closed for holidays and breaks) Help with reforestation efforts by planting a native tree at Heliconia Ranch San José 1 night Day 8: Sightseeing tour of San José Included meals: breakfast, farewell dinner Leave the cloud forest behind to explore the Espiritu Santo Coffee Plantation, learn about coffee harvests and enjoy a tasting. Then, get to know the European-style city of San José on a guided tour. Pass by the National Theatre and Opera House See Sabana Metropolitan Park s many monuments and sculptures Stop at the Plaza de la Cultura, site of many public performances and celebrations See Bella Vista Fortress and learn about the city s pre-columbian history Marvel at the Metallic Building s century-old metal exterior Stroll through the historic streets of Barrio Amón Day 9: Departure Included meals: breakfast (excluding early morning departures) Transfer to the airport for your flight home or extend your stay in Costa Rica to explore Manuel Antonio. Post-tour extension Manuel Antonio 2 nights Day 9: Tarcoles River cruise En route to Manuel Antonio, relax on a riverboat tour of the Tarcoles River with a local guide. Take in views of lush mangrove forests and jungle settings Look out for wildlife such as crocodiles, iguanas, lizards, monkeys and birds Day 10: Manuel Antonio National Park Get to know the country s smallest national park, popular for its breathtaking beaches and scenic hiking trails. Keep an eye out for local fauna the park is home to 109 mammal species and 270 bird species Walk to the top of rocky Cathedral Point to view the park from across the Pacific Witness a blowhole shooting sea spray over Escondido Beach Survey the saw cliff and sea caves at Serrucho Point View a pre-columbian underwater turtle trap Enjoy a free afternoon in Manuel Antonio or add an excursion. + Manuel Antonio Sailing & Snorkeling San José 1 night Day 11: Transfer to San José Enjoy a free morning before traveling back to San José. Day 12: Departure Included meals: breakfast (excluding early morning departures) Transfer to the airport for your return flight home. Extension is available on select departure dates. Space is limited. Minimum of 10 travelers is required.

4 2016 CRP16_SOTM_0515 Customize your experience COSTA RICA: RAINFORESTS, VOLCANOES & WILDLIFE Create a more personal journey by adding optional excursions that speak to your interests. Excursions offered on the same day will occur at different times, so there s no need to choose you re free to do as much or as little as you d like. Save $10* when you book your excursion up to 3 days before your tour departs. Day 5: Ziplining Tour $49/$59* (2 hours, departure time varies) Today s ziplining excursion adds a bit of adrenaline to your Costa Rican vacation. The longest ziplines on this course cover nearly half a mile, and the tallest are almost 600 feet off the ground; in short, you ve never traveled like this before! You ll fly silently above the treetops and come home with a renewed sense of adventure. Day 6: Sky Walk $45/$55* (duration and departure time varies) The canopy layer of the Costa Rican rainforest teems with life, but until recently, it was difficult for travelers to enter this world. On today s excursion, a guided tour brings you to a series of suspended bridges high above the floor of the Monteverde cloud forest. Today, you ll walk where birds fly. Extension optional excursion Day 10: Manuel Antonio Sailing & Snorkeling $95/$105* (3 hours, departs in the afternoon) Spend the afternoon cruising along the central Pacific coast of Quepos on board the Ocean King catamaran, the largest catamaran in Central America. Sail through the various islands and rock formations as you explore Manuel Antonio National Park from the water, keeping an eye out for dolphins and sea birds that inhabit the area. Stop at tranquil Biesanz beach to snorkel in the calm turquoise waters as you explore the underwater beauty up close. *Optional excursions may be purchased up to 3 days prior to departure or while on tour. Some select optional excursions require advance booking. Pre-purchased optional excursions cannot be canceled within 3 days prior to departure or while on tour. Go Ahead accepts payment by cash, Visa or MasterCard for optional excursions purchased on tour. Excursions require a minimum number of participants to operate. Details and prices are subject to change. Due to seasonal hours of operation and availability, some excursions may not operate. If this occurs, you will be refunded any payments made for that excursion post-tour. Please note: If you have received an optional excursion as a promotional offer and it was canceled during your tour, you will not be eligible for a refund, as promotional offers are not redeemable for cash.

5 COSTA RICA SAMPLE HOTELS San Jose 1 night Holiday Inn San José Downtown Aurola 3-star centrally located Experience an exotic and beautiful getaway in the heart of Central America at the Holiday Inn San José Downtown Aurola, conveniently nestled in the midst of the lively Costa Rican city within view of the beautiful Central Valley. We are conveniently located near local attractions and downtown businesses, and guests of our downtown San Jose, Costa Rica hotel include access to modern facilities such as an onsite business center, large meeting room, swimming pool, fitness center and two restaurants. We hope to welcome you to our hotel soon! Tortguero 2 nights Pachira Lodge 3-star The lodge is strategically located only 5 minutes away from the extraordinary Tortuguero National Park, and right across the main "canal" facing the town of Tortuguero. Surrounded by a network of very scenic canals, this is considered one of the most exotic regions of the world, characterized by its rich in flora and fauna. Evergreen Lodge Tortuguero 3-star Evergreen is located in the northeastern corner of Tortuguero, 5 minutes by boat from the main entrance to Tortuguero National Park, and accessible only by air and water. Evergreen Lodge is the ideal location from which to explore this unique and magical area, surrounded by towering trees and exuberant vegetation and are adorned with tropical designs.

6 Arenal region 2 nights Arenal Manoa and Hot Springs Resort 4-star centrally located This is a beautiful property to relax and enjoy the marvellous view of Arenal Volcano in Costa Rica and hotsprings. Surrounded by gardens, pastures and animals, our rooms have been designed so that each one offers you a panoramic view of the volcano. Our visitors can take advantage of our spacious gardens for walking and meditation as well as the opportunities to see the daily operations of a typical Costa Rican farm. Hotel Mountain Paradise 4-star centrally located Mountain Paradise Hotel, in Arenal Volcano, Invites you to enjoy a real paradise, with the perfect balance between nature, service, simplicity and the fashionable. Monteverde 2 nights El Establo Mountain Hotel 4-star centrally located 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, heated indoor pools, spa, restaurants, cafébars, special events center, internet access, souvenirs shop, tennis court, basketball court, mini soccer court, hiking trails, 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. San Jose 1 night Holiday Inn San José Downtown Aurola 3-star centrally located Experience an exotic and beautiful getaway in the heart of Central America at the Holiday Inn San José Downtown Aurola, conveniently nestled in the midst of the lively Costa Rican city within view of the beautiful Central Valley. We are conveniently located near local attractions and downtown businesses, and guests of our downtown San Jose, Costa Rica hotel include access to modern facilities such as an on-

7 site business center, large meeting room, swimming pool, fitness center and two restaurants. We hope to welcome you to our hotel soon! Manuel Antonio & San José extension Manuel Antonio Park 2 nights Hotel Karahe 3-star centrally located Hotel Karahe is located in front of Manuel Antonio Beach, and nearby the world famous Manuel Antonio National Park, in the Costa Rica Central Pacific. If you are visiting the area to relax at the beach and visit the National Park, you will find no better place to enjoy peace and quiet than Hotel Karahe. Our gardens meet the ocean and the entrance of the park only 10 minutes away is within easy walking distance.