Escorted Tours 2022-23 Brochure - Mercury Holidays

Day 1: UK to San José D Depart London on your direct flight to San Jose where you will be transferred to your hotel. Day 2: San José to Puerto Viejo de Limon B/L/D This morning, tour vibrant San José. Witness the city’s main historical landmarks, starting in the eastern part of the city at Democracy Plaza and the National Museum then journeying through the city centre to the parks, museum and stadium to the west. After lunch, travel to the coastal city of Puerto Viejo, boasting stunning stretches of beach. Day 3: Puerto Viejo de Limon B/L/D Experience fantastic snorkelling and scenic nature walks as you take in Costa Rica’s famed wildlife and nature reserves. Board a boat and travel to Cahuita National Park where you can snorkel along the 600-acre-long coral reef - a gloriously colourful haven for marine life. Snack on fresh tropical fruit as your boat returns to shore then take a leisurely guided hike through Cahuita’s vivid rainforest, enjoying far-reaching ocean views and the chance to spot howler monkeys, sloths, armadillos, toucans and macaws. At the end of your picturesque hiking trail, feast on a Costa Rican-Caribbean lunch before returning to your hotel in Puerto Viejo. Day 4: Puerto Viejo de Limon to Sarapiquí B/L/D After breakfast, transfer to the Sarapiqui tropical rainforest, crossing valleys and mountains dotted with picturesque villages before checking into your lodge nestled in the heart of the rainforest reserve. Day 5: Sarapiquí B/L/D After breakfast, make your way to the Sarapiqui River where you will float down the river in a raft, surrounded by incomparable jungle beauty. Enjoy two hours immersed in the lush tropical rainforest, floating along the Sarapiqui River which lies next to important reserves renowned for their biodiversity. Exotic amphibians, countless tropical birds, otters, fish, sloths, iguanas, and incredible flora will make this experience unforgettable. Disembark and journey to a nearby pineapple plantation where you’ll travel into the fields on a specially designed coach pulled by a tractor. Learn about the growth of organic pineapples and other sustainable crops produced here, including yucca, lemon, guanabanas, and peppers. Enjoy delicious smoothies and slices of fresh, organic pineapple as you listen to Costa Rican folktales. Day 6: Sarapiquí to La Fortuna B/L/D Journey through lush plantations and cattle ranches, arriving in La Fortuna. Marvel at the fantastic views of the mighty Arenal Volcano which forms a dramatic backdrop and enjoy the remainder of the day to explore this tranquil mountainous town. Day 7: La Fortuna B/L/D Enjoy a scenic 40-minute hike through the cool Tour highlights ✔ Captivating city tour of Costa Rica capital, San José ✔ Witness the smouldering peak of Costa Rica’s mighty Arenal Volcano ✔ Marvel at the cascading waters of La Fortuna Waterfall ✔ Snorkel past coral reefs teeming with fish in Cahuita National Park ✔ Spot exotic wildlife on a leisurely safari float down Sarapiqui River ✔ Wander the towering treetop walkways of Selvatura Park ✔ Explore Rincon de la Vieja National Park on horseback ✔ Visit the butterfly gardens of Punta Leona ✔ Enjoy a scenic hike to Oropendola Waterfall Coast to Coast in Costa Rica P R I V A T E T O U R U P G R A D E S F R O M £929 Spot unique wildlife and colourful reefs in Puerto Viejo, walk among the treetops in the Monteverde Reserve and travel from smouldering volcanoes to cascading waterfalls in La Fortuna. Sloth, Sarapiqui  Puerto Viejo de Limon Sarapiquí La Fortuna Rincon de la Vieja Monteverde Punta Leona San José < <      Coach Air South America 122 Visit our website or call 0800 954 9329 for further details