Follow us on all your favorite social media platforms @CRVACATIONING Itinerary No. 170311 A Little bit about Costa Rica Vacationing Gracias for inquiring with Costa Rica Vacationing. We are a small company based here in San Jose made up of locals and expats who are all very proud to call this beautiful country our home. At CRVacationing we are in country and here for you 24/7 to make sure you have the best vacation possible. We have hand selected our Villas, Hotels and Tour Partners to make sure you experience more Pura Vida and less stress during your stay in Costa Rica. La Etapa Costa Rica & Osa Peninsula! 3 rd June 2018 "Pura Vida" or "Pure Life is a greeting as well as an attitude and way of life in Costa Rica. You will hear it often. If there is any detail you would like handled, please let us know. From a private, Chef prepared, meal on a secluded beach to a Catamaran Cruise at sunset. If you want a popup rum bar and music we can make that happen. Your itinerary is completely customizable so please feel free to let your Travel Consultant know if you have any requests. This country offers so much to us we want to take the concept of leave no trace a little further and aim to leave this country better than we found it. We are involved in a few local projects to give back to this beautiful country and have lots of volunteering programs anybody can be a part of. Check out our giving back page on our website!
DAY 1 Transport Airport transfer Lodging Hotel Alta Bienvenidos to Costa Rica! You will be met outside the airport and shown to your private air-conditioned transport and whisked away to your first destination! We will be tracking your arrival so will be aware of any late / early arrivals! If for some reason you are unable to find us please call our local number and we will to assist you immediately. Nestled into the lush mountains of Escazu, a historic town just outside of San Jose, sits the lovely Alta Hotel. This chic-boutique hotel is a lovely option for couples and families with adult-children traveling together. Hotel Alta has 23 beautiful rooms all with private balconies that overlook the lush Mountains of Santa Ana and Escazu. All rooms are equipped with A/C, Flat screen Cable TV, safe, hairdryer and coffee-maker. The guest rooms and suites are beautifully decorated with crisp modern fixtures and cosy furnishings. The entire hotel has impressive design features, mixing funky art-deco with historic charm and luxury from Costa Rica s Europeaninspired Coffee Culture of the 1920 s. Additional hotel amenities include complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the property, a beautiful swimming pool with and a fabulous bar and lounge area for swapping stories with other travellers. The hotel s on site restaurant, Restaurante La Luz, offers a wide variety of dishes that fuse Traditional Costa Rican fare with Asian and Mediterranean cuisine. They work with local organic farmers to ensure the freshest ingredients and the result is an exquisite dining experience for guests in a comfortable yet elegant setting. **Wednesday and Thursday they offer a Tapas menu and Sangria from 4-7pm, perfect for enjoying sunset. Continental Breakfast is included in the nightly rate.
DAY 2 & 3 Lodging Hotel Alta **La Etapa De Costa Rica** La Etapa Costa Rica by Le Tour de France is an open event for all people who want to live the professional experience and for everyone who wants to cheer and enjoy the great atmosphere of such an event. Live the emotion and discover great surprises along the way!!! 100% recreational event for all types of bicycles.
DAY 2 & 3 Lodging Hotel Alta **La Etapa De Costa Rica** Visit the website for more details of the race; http://laetapacostarica.com/en/ The Route; La Ruta Quitirrisí is a historical route made by the Huetares. An important indigenous group of Costa Rica, that in the middle of century XVI lived in the center of the country. They used to walk this same route for centuries and it carves through the capital (San Jose) into the surrounding forests.
5 DAYS IN OSA TRANSPORT Transport to Airport. Short flight south to Palmar Sur, Boat ride to the hotel Lodging - Aguila de Osa Aguila de Osa One of the most exciting properties in the Osa Peninsula! Osa has been coined one of the most bio intense places in the world and it is evident why. This unique property located on drakes bay is only accessed by boat and the adventure starts the moment you board your small plane south along the Pacific Coast. After a short transfer, you will travel down the Sierpe River through the mangroves (keep your eyes peeled for all sorts of birds and animals). Entering the sea its just a short trip to Drake s Bay. Aguila de Osa s property spans an impressive 28 acres of protected rainforest. The hotel s 11 Guestrooms and 2 Suites are terraced up the lush cliff side overlooking the picturesque bay. The guestrooms maintain the lodge s rustic style with natural wood furnishings and basic amenities like ceiling fans, safe deposit box, minibar, and warm showers. Rocking chairs and hammocks line the patios with the most stunning ocean and jungle views. If connectivity is essential during your stay, complimentary WiFi is available in the main rancho and restaurant area. Dining at the Rio Selva Restaurant is a fascinating experience where guests will enjoy a full meal plan of breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Cocktail hour before dinner is a highlight for many with music, appetizers, and beverages. All hotel guests gather to share the day s exciting encounters. Dietary restrictions and food allergies can be accommodated with notice.
Highlights: Marine life including Hawksbill Sea Turtles, White-tipped Sharks, several species of Moray Eels and Sting Rays live only 12 nautical miles from the inn at Can o Island. This is a paradise for snorkelers, scuba divers, swimmers, and sunbathers alike. The Inn promotes socializing among guests with familystyle dinners included as well as intimate group tours to abundant nearby natural attractions. Wildlife thanks to its remote location; guests are almost certain to view tropical wildlife such as giant iguanas, colorful birds, alligators, coatis, and howler monkeys from the comfort of their cabin or the open-air restaurant. Costa Rican coffee is served in insulated carafes before dawn where spectacular Pacific views await you. Despite its remoteness, the Inn provides 24-hour electricity, hot water, and charcoal/uv-filtered drinking water.
Your stay includes; Complementary welcome cocktail Lodging standard room All meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) 1 Day guided tour to Corcovado National Park 1 Day guided tour to Can o Island Biological Reserve Appetizers before dinner on the Jungle Terrace Unlimited kayak use You can also enjoy complimentary use of kayaks to explore the river and surrounding bay area. Activities like snorkeling at Can o Island, zip lining, sport fishing, and more can be arranged with hotel staff (at an additional cost).
Travel Home Buen Viaje. DAY 5 Transport After a short 4x4 drive you will be on your flight back to San Jose airport for your return flight home. Giving you enough time to check in and have a last Costa Rican coffee / beer before saying a farewell to this amazing country! Post and Pre night stays as well as numerous tours can be arranged, just let us know what changes you need to make this the best vacation for you! Jack@CostaRicaVacationing.com Toll Free; 1844-707-8847 www.costaricavacationing.com Pura Vida! Total Cost From: $2,500 pp