This is a suggested independent itinerary that you customize. Please select the best flights, hotels, trains, activities, transportation and number of nights in each destination to fit your needs.
Nature, green landscapes, beach and history await you in Costa Rica and Colombia!. From San Jose City, travel to Arenal Volcano (Costa Rica's best-known volcano and one of the most popular destinations in the country. With access to the rainforest, waterfalls, hot spring, and the country’s largest lake, the area is the perfect introduction to countless outdoor activities) and after that, to Monteverde (one of Costa Rica's top tourist destinations; with an extensive reserve of lush, verdant cloud forests. It is famous for its cloud and rain forests that have an incredible amount of biodiversity). From San Jose City, fly to Colombia to enjoy: Bogota (Colombia's capital city, has so much to offer in terms of cuisine, culture, history, sports and art) and Cartagena (colonial city on the shores of the sea, and one of the most visited cities. The historic walled city remains alongside the ultramodern skyscraper-filled Bocagrande. Cartagena is famous for its castles, culture, history and colorful buildings). These destinations are connected by intercity flights and transfers. This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.
This 8 night sample itinerary includes:
Flight into San Jose City and out of Cartagena
Transfer from San Jose Airport to Hotel in Arenal Volcano
Hotel for 2 nights in Arenal Volcano
Shuttle + Boat Transfer from Arenal Volcano to Monteverde
Hotel for 2 nights in Monteverde Cloud Forest
Transfer from Hotel in Monteverde to Airport in San Jose City
San Jose City (94)Arenal Volcano (98)Monteverde Cloud Forest (48)Bogota (70)Cartagena (56)
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Trip Summary
2 nights in Arenal Volcano
Arenal Volcano is located in north-western Costa Rica, around 55 miles of San José, in the province of Alajuela and it's a must-do while in Costa Rica. It is one of the most active volcanoes in the country and in the world. Arenal`s perfectly symmetrical shape makes it a sightseer`s dream with abundance of outdoor activities.
Recommended Stay: At least 2 nights
Must See's: Lake Arenal, Arenal Natura Ecological Park, Hanging Bridges, Hot Springs, Lava Trail, Danta River and Waterfall, Chocolate Farm.
2 nights in Monteverde Cloud Forest
Monteverde Cloud Forest is one of the most extraordinary and important nature reserves in the world. With thousands of species of animals, birds, and plants, including over 300 types of orchids alone, this fantasy land for nature lovers covers more than 26,000 acres that support a massive diversity of plant and animal life and an inexhaustible variety of outdoor activities.
Recommended Stay: At least 2 nights
Must See's: Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve, Selvatura Park, Curi Cancha Wildlife Refuge, Butterfly Gardens, Orchid Garden.
2 nights in Bogota
The modern city of Bogota is an exciting city offering a vibrant culture and an important architectural heritage. Stunning colonial architectures and colorful buildings line the ancient cobblestone streets in the city. Fantastic museums, futuristic architecture, delicious cuisine and a fantastic nightlife can be found in the city.
Recommended Stay:At least 3 nights Must See's: Salt Cathedral, Usaquen, Bogota Botanical Gardens, Simon Bolivar Park, Monserrate Hill, El Museo del Oro, La Candelaria, Bolivar Square and much more.
2 nights in Cartagena
Walk through Cartagena`s welcoming alleys and streets and you will discover one of the most fascinating towns in the Caribbean, with a uniquely romantic atmosphere and well-preserved colonial architectural treasures. To add to its Caribbean Sea appeal, Cartagena guards inside its walls the largest fortification in the Americas built during Colonial times to protect it from pirates and buccaneers. Throw in the cultural mélange resulting from the Spanish-indigenous mix and you have a vibrant city that should be on every traveler must-see list.
Recommended Stay:At least 3 nights Must See's: Explore the Old City, Castillo de San Felipe de Barajas, Street Food Tour, Visit a Mud Volcano, Islas del Rosario, Mercado de Bazurto, Playa Blanca, Convento De La Popa, and so much more!
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Arenal Volcano
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Arrive to Arenal Volcano _San Jose Airport to Hotel in Arenal Overnight in Arenal Volcano 24 hotels offered Optional 345 Things to do
Colombia, a tropical country of incredible diversity and charm. Its ever-changing geography, a history loaded with mystery and adventure, its people and cultures, have fascinated the world for centuries. Although its excellent coffee and the purity of its emeralds have made the country famous, Colombia is also the homeland of the El Dorado legend and the magical universe of Garcia Marquez's Macondo. Coming to Colombia is discovering a completely new world.
Costa Rica is a country of blazing volcanoes, dense rainforests, and glistening beaches. The staggering array of landscapes, unique microclimates, and wide range of elevations have produced one of earth's richest plant and wildlife habitats, and made Costa Rica an epicenter of eco-tourism, as well as the most popular and alluring destination in Central America. Perfect for nature enthusiasts, surfers, sun worshipers, and adventure seekers of all types, Costa Rica's slogan "Pura Vida" (pure life) says is all.
Arenal Volcano is located in north-western Costa Rica, around 55 miles of San José, in the province of Alajuela and it's a must-do while in Costa Rica. It is one of the most active volcanoes in the country and in the world. Arenal`s perfectly symmetrical shape makes it a sightseer`s dream with abundance of outdoor activities.
Recommended Stay: At least 2 nights
Must See's: Lake Arenal, Arenal Natura Ecological Park, Hanging Bridges, Hot Springs, Lava Trail, Danta River and Waterfall, Chocolate Farm.
Monteverde Cloud Forest is one of the most extraordinary and important nature reserves in the world. With thousands of species of animals, birds, and plants, including over 300 types of orchids alone, this fantasy land for nature lovers covers more than 26,000 acres that support a massive diversity of plant and animal life and an inexhaustible variety of outdoor activities.
Recommended Stay: At least 2 nights
Must See's: Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve, Selvatura Park, Curi Cancha Wildlife Refuge, Butterfly Gardens, Orchid Garden.
The modern city of Bogota is an exciting city offering a vibrant culture and an important architectural heritage. Stunning colonial architectures and colorful buildings line the ancient cobblestone streets in the city. Fantastic museums, futuristic architecture, delicious cuisine and a fantastic nightlife can be found in the city.
Recommended Stay:At least 3 nights Must See's: Salt Cathedral, Usaquen, Bogota Botanical Gardens, Simon Bolivar Park, Monserrate Hill, El Museo del Oro, La Candelaria, Bolivar Square and much more.
Walk through Cartagena`s welcoming alleys and streets and you will discover one of the most fascinating towns in the Caribbean, with a uniquely romantic atmosphere and well-preserved colonial architectural treasures. To add to its Caribbean Sea appeal, Cartagena guards inside its walls the largest fortification in the Americas built during Colonial times to protect it from pirates and buccaneers. Throw in the cultural mélange resulting from the Spanish-indigenous mix and you have a vibrant city that should be on every traveler must-see list.
Recommended Stay:At least 3 nights Must See's: Explore the Old City, Castillo de San Felipe de Barajas, Street Food Tour, Visit a Mud Volcano, Islas del Rosario, Mercado de Bazurto, Playa Blanca, Convento De La Popa, and so much more!