San Jose, Costa RicaThis day we will meet you at the San Jose International Airport, welcome you and transfer you to your Hotel in the cityAccommodation at Wyndham Escazu Hotel or similar
Costa Rica · Hot Spring
8 Day San Jose - Arenal Volcano - Manuel Antonio Beach
The journey
- 01 8-day Costa Rica journey through San Jose, Arenal, and Manuel Antonio
- 02 Visit Sarchi, known for traditional Costa Rican artisan crafts
- 03 Take in views of the iconic Arenal Volcano
- 04 Relax in mineral-rich hot springs surrounded by rainforest
- 05 Enjoy a zip line adventure near Pino Blanco and La Fortuna Waterfall
- 06 Learn about Maleku culture at the Villaku Indigenous Cultural Rescue Center
- 07 Spend time in Manuel Antonio National Park and on its white-sand beaches
- 08 Includes accommodation, meals, airport transfers, and bilingual guide support
Discover some of Costa Rica’s most iconic landscapes on this 8-day journey from San Jose to Arenal and Manuel Antonio. Combine volcano views, rainforest scenery, hot springs, and Pacific beaches in one itinerary designed for travellers who want a mix of nature, relaxation, and adventure.
Along the way, visit Sarchi, admire the dramatic setting of Arenal Volcano, unwind in thermal waters, and enjoy an adrenaline-filled zip line experience near La Fortuna Waterfall with a visit to an Indigenous cultural rescue center. Then continue to Manuel Antonio, where lush forest meets white-sand beaches and abundant wildlife.
With accommodation, meals, airport transfers, and guided touring included, this multi-day experience offers an easy way to explore several of Costa Rica’s highlights in one trip.
A 3 km (2 mile) zip line adventure trail takes you to the Pino Blanco waterfall, surrounded by canyons up to 120 meters high (360 feet).
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San Jose to Arenal VolcanoThis is one of the most popular tours we offer. This tour shows the best of both worlds, in terms of the raw untamed beauty of the imposing Arenal Volcano, which is juxtaposed against the lush and soothing thermal waters .All this, set against a backdrop of lush vegetation and breathtaking views of the nearly perfect conical shaped lines of the volcano.
Enroute to the Arenal Volcano, we will stop at the famous town of Sarchi, known as the birthplace of Costa Rica’s Artisans. In Sarchi, you will be able to appreciate many of the art crafts and souvenirs that Costa Rica has to offer. Also you will see the world’s largest ox cart according to the Guinness Book. The cart is 2 stories high, nearly 45 feet long (14 meters) and weighs 4400 lbs. (2 tons), and took 70 days to complete. Made out of wood (cedar) and decorated with bright colors, designed based on our typical and traditional oxcarts.
The journey will then continue, traversing diverse plantations with agricultural products, including pineapple and plantain farms, mango groves, ornamental plants and even cattle ranches until arriving to the small town of La Fortuna, and stopping to enjoy lunch at a cozy restaurant with a magnificent view of the volcano.
The impressive Arenal Volcano is a magnificent natural wonder that is situated in La Fortuna (The Fortune) of San Carlos, previously assumed to be dormant, until in 1968, when it experienced a major eruption. Now is visited by tourist from all around the world hoping for the opportunity to witness volcanic activity, such as the white plumes of smoke that emanate from the conical shaped behemoth.
Then you will go on to relax at one of the best hot springs in the area where you will revel in the cleansing and rejuvenating effects of the thermal waters, as well as an optional massage or other special treatment, if you choose, that must be reserved ahead of time to ensure availability. Spa treatments are not included and are payable directly at the resort.
The Hot springs resort combines the four elements of nature; the heat of the volcano, the flowing waters of the hot springs, the pure air of the rainforest, and the fertile earth of the Fortuna de San Carlos Region.
There are five main springs source highly mineralized water that is heated underground by the Arenal Volcano’s magma. You will find dozens of cascading waterfalls and warm pools along the riverbed, of varying temperatures, water flows and degree of privacy.
An essential part of exploring the wondrous world of the Hot Springs is soaking in the cascading thermal waterfalls. This natural hydrotherapy is a surefire way to achieve proper relaxation. The river-pool temperatures range from 72 to 105 degrees Fahrenheit.Included at the HotelIncluded in routeIncluded at the Hot springs resortAccommodation at Montaña de Fuego Hotel or similar
Arenal Volcano AdventureAn authentic adventure in the jungle that is full of adrenaline and in harmony with the environment.
A 3 km (2 mile) zip line adventure trail takes you to the Pino Blanco waterfall, surrounded by canyons up to 120 meters high (360 feet). The Arenal Volcano and Cerro Chato will be waiting for you.
Enjoy the only zip line excursion that allows you to fly over La Fortuna waterfall, through a cable of 980 meters (more than ½ mile!), At a spectacular height.
After the zip line adventure, you will visit the Villaku Indigenous Cultural Rescue Center.
When we finish learning about the Maleku culture, we will ride back to the reception point, where we can admire nature up close.Included at the HotelIncluded in the tourAccommodation at Montaña de Fuego Hotel or similar
Arenal to Manuel AntonioThis morning, we will pick you up at your Hotel in Arenal and transfer you to Manuel Antonio National park / beachesIncluded at the HotelAccommodation at Karahe / Byblos Hotel or similar
Manuel Antonio BeachManuel Antonio National Park is a natural conservation area located on the central Pacific coast of Costa Rica, in the canton of Quepos, province of Puntarenas.
Manuel Antonio was selected by the magazine Forbes in 2011 among the list of the 12 most beautiful parks in the world
This park has one of the most impressive landscapes of Costa Rica and the world, has several inlets with multiple white sand beaches and lush foliage in the middle of large mountains and forests that reach the beaches, is in the forest life zone tropical wet.
It has a great terrestrial and marine biodiversity with wonderful coral reefs.
Due to its excellent climate and scenic beauty, it is visited by a large amount of national and international tourism, for which it is currently developing an adequate infrastructure, with emphasis on harmony with nature, quality but mimicked with this to reduce the visual impact and under strict environmental protection regulationsIncluded at the HotelAccommodation at Karahe, Byblos Hotel or similar
Manuel AntonioFree day to enjoy the beach, the park or relax at the facilities of the HotelIncluded at the HotelAccommodation at Karahe, Byblos Hotel or similar
Manuel Antonio to San JoseFree morning in your own
In the afternoon at the agreed time , you will be picked up at your Hotel in Manuel Antonio and transferred to San Jose CityIncluded at the HotelAccommodation at Wyndham Escazu Hotel or similar (superior Hotel)
San Jose International AirportAt the agreed time, you will be picked up at your Hotel in the city and transferred to the San Jose International Airport for your flight back homeIncluded at the Hotel
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What's Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- 7 nights accommodation
- All Fees and Taxes
- Bilingual professional guide
What's Not Included
- Gratitudes
- International phone calls
- Laundry service
Know before you go
- WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE
- STROLLER OR PRAM ACCESSIBLE
- PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
- INFANTS MUST SIT ON LAPS
- INFANT SEATS AVAILABLE
- Not suitable for pets
- Wheelchair accessible
- Juan Santamaria International Airport, San Jose, Costa Rica
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Your 8 days finish where they began, in Alajuela.
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