*Travel to Costa Rica with Stefan’s “Join the Fun’’ Group…
Collette Package Includes Tour, Airfare r/t, Parking with Transportation to MCO
from Viera & Ormond Beach, Gratuities to your Costa Rica Tour Guide &
Driver, 11 Breakfast, 3 lunches, 8 Dinners, Transfers from San Jose Airport to
Hotel and Reverse

Hotels- Day 1 DoubleTree by Hilton
Cariari, San Jose -Days 2, 3 Nammbu Beachfront Bungalows - Playa Carrillo,
Guanacaste- Days 4, 5 El Establo Hotel, Monteverde Cloud Forest- Days 6, 7
Mountain Paradise Hotel, Arenal or Arenal Springs Resort, Arenal -Day 8
DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari, San Jose- Day 9, 10 eco-lodge Tortuguero National
Park- Day 11 DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari, San Jose

Day 1: San Jose, Costa Rica - Tour Begins Your
trip to Costa Rica opens in the colorful capital city of San Jose, the perfect
place to relax and soak up the sights as your adventure begins.

Day 2: San Jose - Coffee Plantation - Guanacaste
Welcome to the Central Valley. Begin with a tour of a local coffee plantation
highlighting the history and cultivation of this driver of the Costa Rican
economy. This afternoon, arrive in breathtaking Guanacaste, known for its fine
sandy beaches. Settle in for a relaxing 2-night stay at your resort and take in
the mesmerizing ocean views. (B) (D)

Day 3: Guanacaste Fun in the sun is in store
today as you explore the nearby beaches, or simply relax by the pool and take
advantage of your resort’s lovely amenities. This afternoon, visit the
delightful beach town of Samara, one of the top sunset spots in Costa Rica.
Soak in the spectacular colors as the sun illuminates the natural landscape. (B)
(D)

Day 4: Guanacaste - Monteverde It’s off to the
secluded Monteverde Cloud Forest, a place you have to see to believe, where
trees grow to heights of 100 feet! Set off on a nature walk through this
spectacular ecosystem, where you’re sure to encounter many incredible species
of flora and fauna. Keep your eyes peeled and you may be lucky enough to spot
the elusive quetzal! (B) (D)

Day 5: Monteverde It’s your choice! Explore one
of the world’s largest butterfly gardens and a dazzling gallery containing more
than 100 beautiful hummingbirds. Then, join an expert for a leisurely paced
“Hanging Bridges” walking tour to gain a different perspective of the cloud
forest’s lush ecosystem -OR- take an exhilarating ride on one of the longest
canopy zip line tours in Costa Rica. If you would like to do both the hanging
bridges and the zip line tour, you may purchase the second as an option on
tour. This evening, take part in an expert-led discussion about the migratory
birds that flock to Costa Rica. (B) (D)

Day 6: Monteverde - Lake Arenal Cruise - Arenal
Uncover the importance of conservation in Costa Rica during a visit to a tree
nursery. Learn about indigenous trees and Monteverde’s reforestation efforts.
Cross beautiful mountainous landscapes to Arenal, where spectacular views of
the famous volcano await your discovery. Enjoy a delightful cruise on Lake
Arenal, Costa Rica’s largest and most important lake. Later, check in for another
2-night stay at a lodge overlooking the majestic Arenal Volcano. Get to know
the Costa Rican culture this evening. Taste your way through a cooking
demonstration featuring local ingredients. (B) (D)

Day 7: Arenal - Cano Negro - Arenal Embark on a
Cano Negro guided riverboat trip in a covered canoe known as a panga. These
20,000 acres are home to the largest viewable collection of indigenous wildlife
in all of Costa Rica. Go in search of caimans, river otters, sloths, monkeys,
river turtles, exotic birds and rare butterflies. Later, return to Arenal for
the chance to relax during an optional spa visit. (B)  

Day 8: Arenal - Zarcero - San Jose Today, get a
little whimsical as we journey to the charming town of Zarcero to explore its
fanciful topiary garden. Continue to San Jose to see the treasures of the city
on a panoramic tour. See the bustling Plaza de Cultura. This evening, bid
farewell to paradise over a wonderful dinner with your fellow travelers.  (B) (D)

Day 9: San Jose - Tortuguero National Park Enjoy
an exciting soft-adventure jungle extension to Tortuguero, the Amazon of Costa
Rica. Explore the region’s wildlife by boat, viewing macaws, sloths, monkeys,
falcons and other native species. Enjoy a memorable 2-night stay at your
eco-lodge surrounded by the beauty of a tropical forest and amazing wildlife.
Later, experience a spectacular boat cruise through the various canals and be
sure to keep an eye out for wildlife including howler monkeys, sloths, toucans,
aquatic birds, bats and caimans, as well as exotic flora. Tortuguero National
Park is a study in rainforest, freshwater, and marine biology. It protects over
350 species of birds and mammals including green macaws; 57 species of
amphibians; 111 species of reptiles; and 60 mammal species, including 13 of
Costa Rica’s 16 endangered species including jaguars, tapirs, ocelots, cougars,
river otters and manatees. (L, D)

Day 10: Tortuguero National Park An early morning
bird watching excursion* is offered so you may learn about the variety of local
species and migratory birds that flock to this area. Learn more about your
surroundings with a visit to the world’s first Sea Turtle Conservancy and
discover how to protect the turtle’s nesting habitat and eggs. (B, L, D)

Day 11: Tortuguero National Park - San Jose Return
to San Jose for your last night in Costa Rica before your return home. (B, L)

Day 12: San Jose - Tour Ends Your tour comes to a
close today. (B)

IDENTIFICATION
Passports are required for this tour at your expense. Certain countries require
a minimum of 6 months passport validity from date of return home. You are
strongly urged to contact the appropriate consulate for details. Visit
www.travel.state.gov for the U.S. State Department for the latest details about
passports and visa requirements. IMPORTANT: We recommend that our clients
traveling abroad take a photocopy of their passport and applicable visas. It
should be packed separately from your actual passport and visa. We also
recommend leaving a copy at home with your emergency contact. The overall
activity level of this tour is a level 3. This means you’re an on-the-go
traveler. You don’t want to miss a thing, so walking and standing for longer
periods of time (1-2 hours) isn’t a big deal. You can navigate hills and uneven
ground, climb into various modes of transportation (tuk-tuk, cable car, Zodiac,
etc.), and could possibly anticipate changes in elevation. You can expect some
longer days balanced with free time to recharge or set out on your own
adventure.

Please Note: · Order of sightseeing is subject to change.
· The transportation to and from Tortuguero,
as well as your guide in Tortuguero, are provided by the lodge where you will
be staying in Tortuguero. These services and sightseeing as specified in your
itinerary will be provided by the personnel of the lodge in Tortuguero. This
price includes meals as outlined; roundtrip transportation to Tortuguero; 2
nights at the Evergreen, Aninga or Pachira lodge, and 1 night in San Jose. · The hotel in Tortuguero does not offer air
conditioning. · *Morning bird watching excursion is
weather-dependent. · During your extension, your local guide
will provide included sightseeing services and will be available via a local
office at other times. · Effective immediately and until further
notice, all guests will be required to bring one of the following: proof of
vaccination (official vaccination certificate in paper or electronic form),
proof of recovery from COVID-19 or a negative test result (FDA Approved
diagnostic) for a test performed 72-hours or less from the start date of the
tour with you on tour to verify information you will be providing to Collette
when filling out the Wellness Declaration upon arrival. · This extension is not a Collette exclusive
program. There may be non-Collette passengers joining you on included features.
· Due to luggage size and weight
restrictions on the boats, please bring an overnight bag for the 2-night stay
in Tortuguero National Park. Please make arrangements with the concierge’s desk
at the hotel in San Jose for luggage pick up and for storage until your return
from Tortuguero. · The overall activity level of this
extension is a level 2. This means you feel confident walking at least 30-45
minutes at a time over a variety of terrains – from cobblestones streets to easy
pathways; a couple of hills or a few flights of stairs.