Golfer's Playground

8 days/7 nights
Costa Rica Golf Vacation in San Jose & Tamarindo

Many golfers prefer to play as many different courses as possible during their Costa Rica golf vacation. Our Golfer's Playground package offers the opportunity to play on two Central Valley courses then travel to the western beaches of Guanacaste to play on two more championship courses. Accommodations include four or five-star hotels strategically located to maximize after-hours entertainment yet within a short drive from the greens.  The regions were carefully selected to combine daytime golf with some of Costa Rica's top nightlife.  This Costa Rica Golf package can be customized for groups or couples by changing hotels, room types, modes of transportation, or by adding activities or spa treatments.

Day 1: Arrive at San Jose International Airport. Board the van for the short transfer to the car rental company. Receive a Suzuki Grand Vitara 4x4 (or similar mid-size SUV) and start the 15-minute drive to San Jose. Check into a room in your San Jose hotel. Take the rest of the afternoon to explore the city and plan a night out on the town.

Day 2: Play on Costa Rica's oldest golf course! In the morning, 18 holes await you at the George Fazio-designed golf course at Cariari Country Club. Take the rest of the day to explore the city or schedule a second round of golf. Optional activities in the city include visits to San Jose's Cathedral, National Theatre, Plaza de la Cultura, Jade Museum, National Museum, Costa Rican Congress, Democracy Square, Children's museum, and Gold Museum.  Explore the city's nightlife and dining alternatives.  Overnight in your San Jose hotel.

Day 3: Play an 18-hole round of golf at Valle del Sol Golf Course in Santa Ana, one of the city's most exclusive residential neighborhoods. You will fall in love with the views as you enjoy the course. Play an afternoon round of golf, explore the city or relax at the hotel. Overnight in your San Jose hotel.

Day 4: Check out of the hotel and start the 4½ hour drive to the Pacific shore. This beautiful ride will take you west of the city through the Central Valley. Continue south down the mountains towards the Port of Puntarenas and on to the Guanacaste savannah -- home to cattle ranches, tilapia farms, and agricultural farms. In Liberia, veer west towards the beaches and the popular Tamarindo. Check into into your beach hotel.

Day 5: Enjoy an 18-hole round of golf at Mike Young's Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course. After your round of golf, return to the hotel to enjoy the resort and beach or explore the Tamarindo Region. Optional activities include Rincon de la Vieja National Park, kayaking, sunset cruise, sport fishing, and giant leatherback turtle watching (in season). Overnight in your beach hotel.

Day 6: Golf at the renowned Robert Trent Jones II Golf Course in the spectacular Reserva Conchal where you will have reservations for an 18-hole round of golf. After a memorable round of golf, return to your hotel and take the rest of the afternoon to enjoy the resort, beach or a tour. Overnight at your beach hotel.

Day 7: Use your last day in Costa Rica to enjoy the resort, beach or a tour. Overnight at your beach hotel.

Day 8: Check out of your beach hotel and enjoy the drive to San Jose or Liberia International Airport. Return your rental car and take the shuttle to the airport. Check in to your return flight.

Package includes:

3 nights in San Jose
4 nights in Tamarindo
One 18-hole round of golf for 2 at Cariari golf course
One 18-hole round of golf for 2 at Valle del Sol
One 18-hole round of golf for 2 at the Hacienda Pinilla golf course
One 18-hole round of golf for 2 at Reserva Conchal championship golf course
Shared carts at all golf courses
Private transfer from San Jose International Airport to rental car office
7-day rental of a Suzuki Grand Vitara 4x4 (or similar mid-size SUV)
Mandatory basic (CDW) insurance and free mileage
Breakfast in all hotels (all inclusive amenities at Paradisus Conchal)
Sales and hotel taxes

Package prices for two people sharing one room:

High Season 2010 (Jan 4 - Apr 30, 2010):
Deluxe: Crown Plaza Corobici + Capitan Suizo from $ 3,460 for two persons
Luxury: Intercontinental + Paradisus Playa Conchal from $ 4,850 for two persons

Green Season 2010 (May 1 - Nov 30, 2010):
Deluxe: Crown Plaza Corobici + Capitan Suizo from $ 3,360 for two persons
Luxury: Intercontinental + Paradisus Playa Conchal from $ 3,990 for two persons

To book or modify this golf in Costa Rica package according to your preferences, interests and budget, please call our golf experts at Costa Rica Online Travel toll free at (800) 608-3119 or email us at citygolf@costaricaonlinetravel.com Please inquire about our group rates and off season deals on this and all our Costa Rica golf vacation packages.