Romantic Adventure in Costa Rica, Self-Drive

What's Included

TOUR GUIDE: 

• Operated with English- and Spanish-speaking guide during the activities (Day 2, 4)*

*Please note you will be accompanied by local guides for the activities only. There is no guarantee that you will be part of a group, or part of the same group during the tour.

ACCOMMODATION:

• 7 nights’ accommodation 

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Day 1 San Jose:

Superior Hotel Category: Hotel Grano de Oro or similar 4*

Day 2-3 Pacuare:

Superior Hotel Category: Pacuare Lodge or similar 4*

Day 4-5 Arenal:

Superior Hotel Category: Arenal Springs Resort & Spa or similar 4*

Day 6-7 Manuel Antonio:

Superior Hotel Category: Parador Resort & Spa or similar 4*

CAR RENTAL OPTIONS

Car Group A = Daihatsu Bego or similar 

MEALS:

• 7 Breakfasts 
• 3 Lunches (Day 2-4)
• 2 Dinners (Day 2-3)

TRANSPORT:

• Arrival private transfers from Juan Santamaria International Airport (Day 1)
• Shared transfers between areas as per itinerary (except during self-drive part)
• Shared shuttle from Car Rental Company to Juan Santamaria International Airport (Day 8)

ENTRANCE FEES AND ACTIVITIES: 

• All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary: guided white water rafting Pacuare Lodge Class II-III (Day 2); guided white water rafting Pacuare Lodge Class IV (Day 4)

OTHER: 

• Meet & Greet 
• Hotel Taxes

CAR HIRE: 

• 4x4 Car rental from Day 4-8 
• Car delivery (Day 4)
• Car drop-off at Car Rental Company (Day 8)
• GPS
• Additional driver 
• Daily Basic Insurance

What's Not Included

• nternational and Domestic flights

• Car Hire Exclusions

  Car Rental Full Insurance, deductible deposit, gasoline (the car must be returned with a full tank), damage to a third party or to the hire vehicle due to negligence or inappropriate driving, loss or damage to aerials, jack, safety triangles and vests, windscreen, wipers, petrol cap, luggage covers, or any other fixed or mobile component of the vehicle, damage to the engine through negligence, theft of the vehicle with keys left in the ignition, damage caused to the vehicle or to persons through driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, fines due to breaking traffic laws and regulations during the hire period are the responsibility of the driver of the vehicle.
  
  In the event of a fine being received, there will be an administration charge, any extra equipment not mentioned as included.
  
  

• Departure taxes and Visa fees

• Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals or items not stated explicitly in the programme

• Any alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, mineral water, camera/video camera fee (if any)

• Optional tours and activities

• Porterage and gratuities

• Travel Insurance or any loss or extra cost arising due to unforeseen circumstances such as flight delays, accidents, etc.

Requirements

Comfortable and light and quick dry clothing is the most suitable for travelling in Costa Rica. Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or skimpy clothing when visiting temples, religious or official buildings. Sun protection, sunglasses, tennis shoes, hiking shoes, sandals, sweater, raincoat or jacket, bathing suit, a hat or cap and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay. All drivers must carry their current driver's license. All drivers must carry an international personal credit card (Visa, MC, Diners Club, and AMEX).

Please Note

• Please note that this tour is a suggested itinerary. While the sites listed may be visited independently, the package does not cover any applicable entrance or tour fees
• The minimum age for renting a car must be 21 years
• All drivers must carry their current driver's license
• All drivers must carry an international personal credit card (Visa, MC, Diners Club, and AMEX)
• Please consider that the driving times and distances are estimated and that they can vary because of many circumstances, such as the specific route taken, hotel location, traffic, weather, road conditions, etc.
• All mentioned transfers are included on a shared basis except transfer in. All mentioned excursions are included on a shared basis with other guests
• The start times and durations of excursions as well as transfers are approximate
• In many hotels in Costa Rica, the triple rooms are a double room with an additional bed or sofa bed. Their comfort conditions are lower than the international standards of the triple room
• Hotel early check-in, late check-out, connecting or adjoining rooms are subject to availability and are not guaranteed
• No refund for unused services. Splitting of the package is not allowed
• We reserve the right to change itineraries and activities due to weather conditions, technical problems or security reasons

Accommodation options

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Day 1 San Jose:

• Superior Hotel Category: Hotel Grano de Oro or similar 4*

Day 2-3 Pacuare:

• Superior Hotel Category: Pacuare Lodge or similar 4*

Day 4-5 Arenal:

• Superior Hotel Category: Arenal Springs Resort & Spa or similar 4*

Day 6-7 Manuel Antonio:

• Superior Hotel Category: Parador Resort & Spa or similar 4*

CAR RENTAL OPTIONS

• Car Group A = Daihatsu Bego or similar 

Accommodation options

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Day 1 San Jose:

• Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Grano de Oro or similar 4*

Day 2-3 Pacuare:

• Superior Hotel Category = Pacuare Lodge or similar 4*

Day 4-5 Arenal:

• Superior Hotel Category = Arenal Springs Resort & Spa or similar 4*

Day 6-7 Manuel Antonio:

• Superior Hotel Category = Parador Resort & Spa or similar 4*

CAR RENTAL OPTIONS

• Car Group A = Daihatsu Bego or similar