10 nights and 11 days - Beaches of Charm
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Package of 10 nights and 11 days in Costa Rica called "Costa Rica Playas de Encanto". This package includes 1 night in San José, 2 nights in Tortuguero, 2 nights in Caribe Sur, 2 nights in Arenal, 2 nights in Manuel Antonio or Punta Leona and 1 night in San José. In this package you will be able to enjoy the small ¨Amazonas¨ in the tropical forests of the country, you will get to know the Afro-Caribbean culture, you will visit the spectacular Arenal Volcano and the La Fortuna Waterfall with scenic beauty and you will see wildlife in its natural habitat.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
What To Expect
DAY 1. SAN JOSE, COSTA RICA
Accommodations
Accommodation at the Crowne Plaza hotel
San Jose
Welcome to San Jose, Costa Rica. Reception at Juan Santamaria airport and transfer to hotel in San Jose. The capital of San Jose is located in the middle of the Central Valley and in the center of the country, considered one of the most cosmopolitan cities in Latin America. The city is located in a strategic point near the main tourist attractions such as: historic buildings, museums, theaters, craft markets, beautiful parks, shopping centers and offers a varied gastronomic offer. This day there are no meals included.
DAY 2. SAN JOSE – TORTUGUERO
Accommodations
Accommodation at Pachira Lodge
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Tortuguero
Breakfast at the hotel. Departure in the morning where you will cross the Braulio Carrillo National Park, which is the largest in the central region, until you reach the Guápiles area where you will enjoy a delicious typical breakfast. On the way, you will pass through banana plantations until you reach the pier where you will board your boat. From here the boat trip will continue crossing rivers and canals, approximately an hour and a half until arriving at the hotel for lunch time. In the afternoon, guided tour of the picturesque town of Tortuguero. Dinner included in the lodge.
DAY 3. TORTUGUERO
Accommodations
Accommodation at Pachira Lodge
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Tortuguero National Park
Guided morning walk on the lodge's private trails. Free time to enjoy the facilities before lunch. In the afternoon, boat tour through the canals of the Tortuguero National Park. Tortuguero National Park is one of the wild areas with the greatest biological biodiversity, famous for being the habitat of seven species of turtles, surrounded by tropical forests and exuberant fauna. We also recommend the nighttime turtle nesting excursion. Dinner included.
DAY 4. TORTUGUERO – PUERTO VIEJO DE LIMÓN
Accommodations
Accommodation at the Villas del Caribe hotel
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
Dinner is not included on this day
Puerto Limon
Breakfast at the hotel. Departure in the afternoon to the Southern Caribbean, a place to visit the different beaches that surround it. The coral reefs of Playa Cahuita stand out, as well as the multicolored sand beaches (from black, yellow and gray), coastal vegetation and medium-height forests. Don't forget to interact with the locals and learn a little about their customs and traditions. Likewise, we invite you to try the Patí or the Rice & Beans that will leave you with a Caribbean flavor to remember.
DAY 5. PUERTO VIEJO DE LIMÓN
Accommodations
Accommodation at the Villas del Caribe hotel
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Lunch and dinner this day are not included
Puerto Limon
Breakfast at the hotel. Free day to enjoy the beautiful beaches, covered with tropical vegetation and allowing a mix of adventure activities and natural history that is definitely complemented by culture, gastronomy and music. The coral reefs, multicolored sand beaches (from black, yellow and gray), coastal vegetation and medium-height forests stand out.
DAY 6. PUERTO VIEJO DE LIMÓN – ARENAL VOLCANO
Accommodations
Accommodation at the Casa Luna hotel
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Lunch and dinner are not included on this day
La Fortuna de San Carlos
Breakfast at the hotel. Departure in the morning to La Fortuna, here the impressive Arenal Volcano awaits you, one of the natural wonders of the country due to its majesty. Today there are no lava eruptions, but you can still see the smoke and ash that spews out of the top of the volcano. The Arenal Volcano region is an exquisite destination for its attractive landscape, its hot springs and Lake Arenal. During the tour you will be able to see agricultural plantations, ornamental plants and livestock farms.
DAY 7. ARENAL VOLCANO
Accommodations
Accommodation at the Casa Luna hotel
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
Dinner is not included on this day
Arenal Volcano National Park
Breakfast at the hotel. We will visit the La Fortuna waterfall, here we will have a view of its 70 m. high and a 500-step walk to the base where a "natural pool" awaits if you want to swim in the fresh water of the La Fortuna River. Then, we will have lunch at an organic production farm near La Fortuna. At 3:00 p.m., we continue to the Arenal 1968 Park, here the guide will tell about the natural and geological history of the volcano, walk along a solid lava path and enjoy an excellent view of the Arenal Lake and Volcano.
DAY 8. MANUEL ANTONIO
Accommodations
Accommodation at the Costa Verde hotel
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Lunch and dinner are not included on this day
Manuel Antonio
Breakfast at the hotel. Departure in the morning to Manuel Antonio, destination where you can find the Manuel Antonio National Park, which is considered one of natural jewels for its abundant diversity of wildlife. It is the smallest of the national parks in Costa Rica but also one of the most visited for its beautiful beaches. It has several walking trails, viewpoints and the probability of encountering animals in their natural habitat. At various points in the park, trails branch out and lead to four separate beaches: Espadilla Sur, Manuel Antonio, Escondida and Playita.
DAY 9. MANUEL ANTONIO
Accommodations
Accommodation at the Costa Verde hotel
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Lunch and dinner are not included on this day
Manuel Antonio
Breakfast at the hotel. Free day to enjoy the beach, the sun and the sea and the probability of encountering different species of animals in their natural habitat. Relax on the beach feeling the breeze and listening to the sounds of the sea.
DAY 10. MANUEL ANTONIO
Accommodations
Accommodation at the hotel of your choice in San José
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Lunch and dinner are not included on this day
Manuel Antonio
Breakfast at the hotel. Day off.
DAY 11. SAN JOSE.
Accommodations
Last day of the trip. The accommodation does not apply for this day
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Lunch and dinner are not included on this day
San Jose
Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to the Juan Santamaría Airport, remember to be at the air terminal at least 3 hours before your departure flight, your rental car can be returned to the office near the airport. Happy return trip, we look forward to having you visit again.
What‘s Included
Round trip river transfer to Tortuguero
Regular excursion: Hike to Tortuguero Town
10 nights of accommodation with breakfast included
Full Board during stay in Tortuguero
Regular excursion: Río Fortuna Waterfall Hike with lunch included
Regular excursion: Boat through the Tortuguero Canals
Entrance to Tortuguero National Park
Child rate applies from 3 to 11 years. Maximum 2 children sharing a room with their parents
Regular excursion: Arenal Volcano National Park Hike
Transfers from / to Airport
Ground transfers between destinations or vehicle rental basic insurance included
Value Added Tax
Regular excursion: Hike through the lodge's private trails
Activities not indicated in the program
Food not indicated in the program
Tips for bellhops
Tips for waitresses
All risk insurance for the rental car
Mandatory Christmas and New Year's Eve dinners
Pickup points
Juan Santamaria Intl Airport
San Jose Costa Rica
Options
10 nights and 11 days - Beaches of Charm
Pickup included
Reviews
19 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Everything perfect
964v ctorl,,Nov 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We went on our honeymoon and everything was perfect. The hotels and destinations very well. The weather could not be better and the transfers were perfect and punctual. 100% recommended
Knowing a natural paradise!
Voyager20712281759,,Sep 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a very good and pleasant experience, the itinerary was accomplished as planned without hassles. We were received at the airport and in all cordiality we were informed about the details of the circuit, clarifying the doubts we had about it. The schedules established for each transfer were precisely met, in comfortable vehicles with Wi-Fi and careful Service. We were very satisfied with our trip through Costa Rica, where we met beautiful places and incredible landscapes, enjoying tasty gastronomy and especially the warmth and cordiality of the ticos. The work of Mayke and his team is highlighted, who provided excellent assistance during our stay in the different areas of Costa Rica Highly recommended.
A trip of 10 organized by the best of Costa Rica
zampi77,,Sep 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Arranging the trip with Best of Costa Rica was perfect!!! It has been a spectacular trip!! The chauffeurs and guides have been very tense and very pleasant. Coordination between travel, hotels and activities has been perfect. The small incidents that always arise on such long and complicated journeys have always been solved with a smile and in a simple way. We have travelled a lot and rarely have things been so well organised. As my son says, you are, literally, the best of Costa Rica. Thanks Steven!! PURA VIDA!! 🦥🐢🦜🦋
Exceeded expectations!
Monica B,,Aug 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had an amazing time! (I’m used to planning every detail of our trips myself, so having another person set us up was a new experience for me.) Stephen was great at establishing our itinerary and support us along the way. He even helped us to organize our stay at a couple of different areas after we had completed our original itinerary. Great communication! The transportation between locations was also handled very well well. I was a little concerned that we were traveling in the wet season, but should not have been worried. We were pleasantly surprised that we had so much time without rain. The tropical showers we did have only added to the overall experience Will not hesitate to book a trip through Viator again.
As they say Pura Vida!!!
870micaelal,,Jun 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A luxury! Everything went spectacular and with Steven's help we were able to put together our tour of the country! Very grateful to meet you, we have missed more days
15 days in Costa Rica
950norav,,Mar 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We stayed 15 days, touring incredible places of Costa Rica, mountains, volcanoes, beaches, rivers, the spectacular company, took us from one place to another, hotels, walks in short everything!!! And thanks to Steven and Maikel, who were waiting to solve any inconvenience, like we left a bag in a hotel and saw that we recovered it!!! Thank you very much, and I would not hesitate to hire this company again!!
Costa Rica is a special country and it has a lot of natural areas and landscapes.
emanuelmS7103GT,,Mar 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Steven from Best of Costa Rica ensured us a non-stressed journey, with all the transfers, stays and tours at very good quality. He did a professional job.
Best in Costa Rica
mariagimenaa2025,,Feb 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent dedication and work of the company. Very responsible attentive and warm. Real pleasure all the way. Thank you Steven for keeping an eye on the whole tour.
Very Satisfied with Best Costa Rica. They are excellent!
Caro131284,,Jan 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Best Costa Rica has met my expectations!! They are excellent! Especially steven that regardless of day or schedule immediately answered my concerns very helpfully. I leave with a very nice impression of the country as all the ticos are super polite and friendly. I had no luck with the weather, almost all my trip rained me, only the last few days I could enjoy a little more .thanks for everything!!!
Unforgettable journey
ignaciogN2281DY,,Dec 7, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Honeymoon trip in which we toured Tortuguero, Arenal, Monteverde and Guanacaste. Leaving aside the magic and how special that is, we have felt very safe from day one thanks to Best Of Costa Rica, especially Steven, who already contacted me a week before the trip to give information and came to the hotel the first night to expand it and solve any doubts. The trip was very well scheduled, picking us up at the hotels and going with drivers and guides throughout the agency. Still, Mr. Steven answered any message immediately whatever the time, advised us on new excursions and fixed a drawback for my carelessness in no time. Without a doubt, the trip is already amazing, but thanks to its management it made us feel very safe at all times.
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