Natural Wonders of Costa Rica

Trip Style: Hidden Journey

Natural Wonders of Costa Rica

From San José and Sarapiquí to the Los Angeles Cloud Forest and Carrillo Beach—the urban
highlights and natural wonders of Costa Rica are revealed on this in-depth adventure.

Arenal Volcano

The Trafalgar di erence Day 1 Arrive San José Day 4 Arenal – Borinquen (2 Nights)

Whether it’s hand-picked hotels or inspiring Optional Welcome to San José. Your journey begins Today, head toward the Guanacaste
Experiences, we craft amazing trips. That’s why our review with a warm greeting at the airport from a local province. Famous for its cowboys and
ratings are so good. See for yourself our independent host and a transfer to your hotel. At 6 p.m., cattle ranches, you’ll be surrounded by
guest reviews through Feefo at www.trafalgar.com/reviews gather at the hotel with your Travel Director breathtaking views of open fields. View
and travelling companions for a Welcome Rincon de la Vieja Volcano, a smooth cinder
Your included sights Reception. (WR) Hotel: Studio cone volcano made up of 9 contiguous
• Visit Sarapiquí, a local co ee plantation, Arenal craters before arriving at your hotel in
A Day 2 San José – Sarapiquí – Arenal Borinquen. The beautiful resort o ers
National Park, Borinquen, Carrillo Beach, Palo spectacular sights and an abundance of
Verde National Park and the Los Angeles Cloud (2 Nights) relaxing activities. (FB, D) Hotel: Borinquen
Forest Reserve This morning, head toward the Poas Mountain Resort and Spa
• View the Arenal and Rincon de la Vieja Volcano and Volcano area, where you visit a local co ee
Samara Beach plantation. Learn about co ee production Day 5 Borinquen Free Time
in Costa Rica from the owner and sample
Your Insider Experiences a cup of gourmet co ee. Then, continue The day is free for you to pursue your own
• Cultural Insight Watch a performance by local children. to Sarapiquí, an o the beaten path and interests. Thrill seekers can bike the miles
• Be My Guest Travel to Hacienda Pozo Azul to meet Don rarely visited area surrounded by dense of trails, zip line, take a hike or set o on a
rainforests and full of wildlife. Here you are horseback ride. The property’s thermal hot
Alberto and Doña Ana Quintana for a special lunch in welcomed by Don Alberto and Doña Ana springs and natural steam room are available
their home. Quintana for a Be My Guest experience if pure relaxation is what you’re after. There
• Hidden Treasure Enjoy at least one surprise Hidden Treasure. at their beautiful home, Hacienda Pozo are dozens of unique options. (FB, D)
Azul. Enjoy a tour of the plantation before
For more Insider Experiences, look for this symbol sitting down for a luncheon with your hosts. Day 6 Borinquen – Palo Verde – Carrillo
Afterward, continue to La Fortuna de San Beach (2 Nights)
You’ll enjoy Insider moments like… Carlos, home of the giant Arenal Volcano.
waking up to something new and exciting every morning The afternoon is free for you to relax by the Today, descend to the pristine Carrillo Beach
and trekking through some of the most biodiverse pool or in the hotel’s beautifully landscaped at Nicoya Peninsula. This white sand beach
regions of the world. Experience locals in the urban hot springs. (FB, BG, D) Hotel: Arenal Kioro is a secret paradise framed by mountains.
cities and breathe in deeply the fresh air of tropical Hotel Suites and Spa En route, enjoy a boat ride on the Tempisque
rain forests. From active volcanoes and dry plains to River through the famous Palo Verde National
coastal beaches and green cloud forests, every day is a A Day 3 Arenal Sightseeing Park. Cruise through 12 di erent types of
new adventure. habitats, including 4 di erent species of
and Free Time mangrove trees, 55 aquatic plants and 150
108 Start the day with an informative visit at the species of trees, a real treasure for those
Asis Project, a wildlife refuge where you who love and appreciate nature. After a
will learn how the centre helps preserve typical lunch served in the park, continue the
the life of endangered animals and get up journey to your hotel where the rest of the
close and personal with a wide variety of day is at leisure. (FB, L) Hotel: Nammbú -
animals. Then, savour a typical Costa Rican Beachfront Bungalows
lunch before an entertaining Cultural Insight,
brightened by the dances of children at a Day 7 Carrillo Beach Free Time
local education center. Afterward, enjoy a
guided visit to the Arenal Hanging Bridges A white sand beach right o your bungalow,
where you can walk eye-level within the pristine and warm water and a beautiful blue
lush canopy, observing monkeys, sloths and sky is the perfect way to enjoy the “pura
colourful chattering birds up close. (FB, L) vida” way of living of the locals. If you wish,
take the shuttle to the township of Samara

NICARAGUA HIGHEST ELEVATION POINT Trip Style: Hidden Journey MEXICO AND CENTRAL AMERICA
1,400 m.
COSTA Natural Wonders of
RICA 2 BORINQUEN Sarapiqui Costa Rica

ARENAL 9 days – 1 Country
2
US$2295From: (per person twin share)

Includes: 8 nights’ accommodation. 8 full Code: LCRW
breakfasts. 3 lunches (including Be My
Guest). 4 dinners. All transport shown.
All transfers shown. All our featured inclusions
shown on page 12.

Palo Verde Starts Ends Price per Person Starts Ends Price per Person
National Park LOS ANGELES 1 San Jose San Jose San Jose San Jose Single
Single
CLOUD FOREST ◆ 21 Oct Fri 29 Oct Sat Twin Supp. Twin Supp.
Share Option Share Option
2395 725

1 17 Feb Fri 25 Feb Sat 2295 950
SAN JOSE
2 ◆ 4 Nov Fri 12 Nov Sat 2395 725 24 Mar Fri 1 Apr Sat 2295 950
◆ 18 Nov Fri 26 Nov Sat 2395 725
CARRILLO
Pacific BEACH ★ ◆ 22 Dec Thu 30 Dec Fri 2525 775 14 Jul Fri 22 Jul Sat 2295 950
Ocean ★ ◆ 25 Dec Sun 2 Jan Mon 2525 775 15 Dec Fri 23 Dec Sat 2495 995
2017
20 Jan Fri 28 Jan Sat 2295 950

Start Number of overnight stays ◆ Crossovers: These departures will operate per the 2016
End Sightseeing stops brochure. Hotels and inclusions may vary. Please inquire at
the time of booking.

for lunch at one of its casual restaurants, Please note: For the more remote areas ★ Festive Departures: We’ve arranged a Christmas or New
do some shopping, or perhaps embark on of Costa Rica, we use the best available Year’s Eve celebration for these departures.
an optional experience such as snorkelling, hotel facilities with comfortable but simple
kayaking or surfing—the options are guestrooms and eco-friendly amenities BOOK & PAY EARLY ^ For your chance to save, book by:
endless. Your Travel Director is on hand to perfectly suited to the natural surroundings. SAVE UP US$250
help plan the perfect day. (FB) This journey requires walking on uneven TO p.p. 28 Feb 2017 save 10%
surfaces and steps and sometimes through 30 Mar 2017 save 7.5%
Day 8 Carrillo Beach – Los Angeles heavy showers (rain ponchos provided). For details on Trafalgar’s great 11 May 2017 save 5%
Cloud Forest This journey is best enjoyed by the
experienced traveller in good health and savings see pages 26 & 27.
Mid-morning, travel back toward San José, who can take such conditions in stride.
but not before one last stop in the Los Other Past guest discount Multiple trip discount
Angeles Cloud Forest. In this beautiful #TrafalgarCares savings
reserve, the weather is much cooler, and SAVE up to US$125 p.p. SAVE up to US$62 p.p.
rain is expected during the afternoons. Join Arenal Vida Campesina
your Travel Director for a di erent type of Organic Farm Young traveller discount US$230 Triple room discount from US$150 p.p.
experience as you are taken on a nocturnal This self-sustained, organic cultural
visit through the Cloud Forest—when the sun education center, produces food, ^ Limited availability by departure; check www.trafalgar.com
goes down, the Cloud Forest transforms spices, tropical fruits and medicinal
itself like no other habitat in the world. You’ll plants for educational purpose. More about your trip
see countless species of animals, birds, During your visit, you’ll learn about All prices are per person, twin share.
insects and plants. Later, share experiences sustainable agriculture in harmony
with your fellow travellers at a Farewell with the environment. WI-FI: see page 118 for details.
Dinner. (FB, FD) Hotel: Villa Blanca Los
Angeles Cloud Forest Gratuities: Option to pre-pay gratuities for Travel Director
and Driver, US$95 per person.
Day 9 Cloud Forest – Depart San José
For the best savings and to avoid disappointment book
Travel back to San José’s Juan Santamaria early. For extra nights’ accommodation see pages 114-115.
International Airport for your flight or extend
your stay at the Studio Hotel. (FB) Airport Guaranteed Room Share is not available on this trip.
arrival will be at 9 a.m., please be aware
when booking your flights. Hidden Journey itineraries have a maximum of 26 guests.

Visit www.trafalgar.com for all definite departures and
up-to-date information on itineraries and optional experiences.

Nammbu Hotel, Carrillo Beach Red-eyed leaf frog

KEY: A Insider Experience WR Welcome Reception FB Full Breakfast
L Lunch D Dinner RM Regional Meal FD Farewell Dinner
BG Be My Guest Dining DW Dinner with Wine

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