Day 1: After your arrival to the
San Jose international Airport, a private transfer will pick you up en route to La Fortuna in the heart of
Costa Rica, which is home to the active Arenal Volcano. Here you will stay at the luxurious
Arenal Kioro hotel. Take advantage of the hotel’s own natural thermal hot springs property for a relaxing first evening in Costa Rica!
Day 2: It’s time to see the volcano’s magic close up. Take a hike today with your own tour guide to the foot of the active volcano along the El Silencio trail. You’ll pass over cooled lava fields and through tropical forests before reaching an observation point from which you can see the lava flowing down the side of the volcano. End the adventurous day soaking in natural thermal hot springs at the Tabacon Resort.
Day 3: Today is yours to enjoy the hotel facilities or explore the local area. You might try your hand at fresh water fishing on Lake Arenal, take a trip to the Arenal waterfall, or spend some time in La Fortuna’s tourist center browsing souvenirs and eating at a local restaurant.
Day 4: Today begins the tropical beach portion of your journey! Transfer to the remote Punta Islita on the Pacific Coast of Guanacaste where you’ll stay at the Punta Islita boutique luxury hotel. This renowned sustainable property offers top notch service in a truly unique and beautiful location.
Day 5-7: These days are yours to explore the hotel facilities and learn more about their sustainable mission and projects with the local community. Pamper yourself to luxurious beach front spa treatments, or challenge yourself to adventure tours in the area. Whatever you do, you are guaranteed a one-of-a-kind experience at Punta Islita.
Day 8: It’s time to head back to the city today, where you’ll stay at the hillside Hotel Alta, which overlooks the skyline of San Jose. Enjoy your last evening in Costa Rica over gourmet cuisine at the La Luz restaurant while taking in the gorgeous views.
Day 9: It’s time to head home today. A quick transfer will drop you off at the San Jose airport for your international flight.