Have a memorable Costa Rica honeymoon even on a limited budget! Our honeymoon in Costa Rica travel experts have designed this wonderful 7 night / 8 day itinerary to three regions of Costa Rica, giving you the opportunity to spend quality time at the Central Valley Mountains Cloud Forest, the Arenal Volcano and the popular beach town of Tamarindo. This package includes the most popular tours in each area with stays at secluded, four-star hotels that provide excellent service. Room upgrades are available upon request, and we would be happy to customize any portion of the package to your specific interests.
Day 1: Arrive at San Jose International Airport. A contact person will pick you up in the customs area and take you to meet your driver. Enjoy the 90 minute transfer to your Central Valley mountain hotel. These intimate, secluded mountain lodges in the lush cloud forest with its small but quaint spas and cozy, romantic rooms is the perfect start to the ideal honeymoon. Check in and enjoy the afternoon at the hotel.
Day 2: Enjoy an early breakfast. Available optional tours include hikes in the forest, canopy tours, visits to Poas Volcano and La Paz Waterfall Gardens. Coffee tours are also available in this region. Overnight in the Central Valley mountain lodge.
Day 3: Check out of the hotel. Board the van for a two and one half-hour drive to the Arenal Volcano region. This beautiful ride will take you through the northern mountains to the San Carlos region, an area rich in agriculture, forests and cattle. Arrive at Arenal and check into your hotel. Afternoon and evening are free to enjoy the hotel and spa. You may want to consider an optional visit to one of the many hot springs resorts in the area.
Day 4: Start your nature activities by selecting one of the following signature tours in Costa Rica's Adventure Capital (activities optional): canyoning (waterfall rappels), Sky Trek canopy tour, rafting in the Sarapiqui River in Class III rapids, hiking tours, or horseback riding to the Fortuna Waterfalls. Return to the hotel for a relaxing afternoon and evening or embark on an optional half day adventure. Overnight in you Arenal Volcano hotel.
Day 5: Check out of the resort and board the van for the 4 1/2 hour drive to Tamarindo. This beautiful ride takes you around Lake Arenal into the town of Tilaran, transferring you from lush rainforest to the tropical dry forests of the Guanacaste Savannah. Drive through Tilaran and Canas then merge onto the Interamerican Highway en route to Liberia, the capital of the Guanacaste Province. Veer south past the towns of Filadelfia and Belen on your way to the Pacific shores. Arrive in Tamarindo or Conchal and check into your hotel. Afternoon and evening are free to enjoy the resort and the beach.
Days 6 and 7: Enjoy Tamarindo Beach and explore the Tamarindo/Conchal Region. The package includes a romantic afternoon sunset cruise on Tamarindo Bay -- one of the most popular tours for honeymoon couples -- featuring spectacular sunsets and amazing views. Optional activities include surfing lessons, boat rides in the Palo Verde National Park, golf in Hacienda Pinilla or Reserva Conchal, deep sea fishing, and kayaking tours. Overnight in your Tamarindo or Conchal beach hotel.
Day 8: Check out of the hotel and take the 75-minute shuttle to the Liberia International Airport. Check in to your return flight. |
