Worldwide Escorted Tours 2024-2026

important reserves renowned for their biodiversity. Exotic amphibians, countless tropical birds, otters, fish, sloths, iguanas, and incredible flora will make this experience unforgettable. Journey to a nearby pineapple plantation where you’ll 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 pineapple as you listen to folktales before returning to your lodge. Day 8: Sarapiqui B/D Today will be at leisure. Take in the surrounding beauty of Sarapiqui. Day 9: Sarapiqui to La Fortuna B/D Journey through lush plantations and cattle ranches, finally arriving at your hotel. Skirting the banks of the San Carlos River there is an escape to the still tranquil beauty of Costa Rica’s northern lowlands. Day 10: La Fortuna B/D Experience the breathtaking natural cool Río Fortuna Waterfall. You will enjoy spectacular views of the surrounding lush tropical environment of flora and fauna. Upon reaching your destination you will trek through the rainforest for about 40 minutes to reach the waterfall, a place where you can sit back to relax or swim. This afternoon enjoy some free time to explore La Fortuna Village, followed by the trails of the Arenal Volcano National Park. Day 11: La Fortuna to Monteverde B/D Your next destination is the Monteverde cloud forest, a small community located at the top of the Tilarán Mountain Range and an important ecotourism destination in Costa Rica; the main attraction is the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve. During the journey, you will see beautiful landscapes, and pass through some typical country villages. Day 12: Monteverde B/D Monteverde is globally recognized for its cloud forest that extends on both sides of the Continental Divide – the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve and the Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserve. Discover the secrets of the amazing cloud forest when walking through the tree top walkways of Treetopía Adventure Park. In the afternoon a Coffee, Sugar Cane and Chocolate Tour. Day 13: Monteverde to Rincon de la Vieja B/D Today, travel from the cloud forest to the Rincón de la Vieja Volcano – warm climate, tropical dry forest, vast savannas, beautiful ranches, and the Rincón de la Vieja Volcano with its exotic bubbling clay pools, fumaroles and natural hot springs. Day 14: Rincon de la Vieja B/D Set out on today’s tour of the majestic Rincon de la Vieja National Park, dominated by two active volcanoes. Friendly ranch horses will carry you to the Las Pailas entrance of the Rincon de la Vieja National Park. The Las Pailas area shows off the awesome power of the Rincon de la Vieja Volcano, and you’ll witness steam and sulphur pouring out of the ground while nearby pools bubble with hot volcanic water. After this unique experience, journey to the base of the canyon where the picturesque Oropendola Waterfall plunges into a turquoise pool. Close the day by watching a beautiful sunset. Day 15: Rincon de la Vieja to Manuel Antonio B/D After breakfast your journey will take you to the warm Central Pacific Coast to Manuel Antonio Hotel which is your next destination. The lush landscape along the Central Pacific Coast features rice and palm plantations. Day 16: Manuel Antonio B/D Visit the stunning Manuel Antonio National Park home to spectacular white-sand beaches, tropical lowland wet forest, and coral reefs. The area is home to an astonishing variety of exotic wildlife that you can seek out on a guided rainforest walk from white-faced and squirrel monkeys to three toed sloths, iguana and toucans. The beaches in Manuel Antonio are highly coveted as some of the best that Costa Rica has to offer. Day 17: Manuel Antonio B/D Today is yours to enjoy the beauty and tranquillity of the beach, palm trees and stunning views. Day 18: Manuel Antonio to UK B Transfer to San Jose airport. Board your overnight, return flight to the UK or continue on to your chosen extension. What’s included ✔ Return flights April to October: Heathrow to Costa Rica with United Airlines (via Houston) November to March: Gatwick to Costa Rica with British Airways ✔ Where you’ll stay San José, 4 H Crowne Plaza Corobici Puerto Viejo de Limon, 3 H Namuwoki Lodge Tortuguero, 3 H Pachira Lodge Sarapiquí, 3 H La Quinta de Sarapiqui Provincia de Alajuela, 4 H Tilajari Hotel Resort Monteverde, 4 H El Establo Rincon de la Vieja, 3 H Hacienda Guachipelin Manuel Antonio, 4 H Shana by the Beach ✔ 36 meals ✔ 15 excursions ✔ Expert local tour guide  Tour pace: Challenging Manuel Antonio National Park Quetzal Arenal volcano Extend your tour Manuel Antonio Beach Stay 2 nights, 4 H B&B from £359 Panama City Stay 4 nights from £969 Prices from Nov 2024 £3,999 Jan 2026 £4,499 Jan 2025 £4,399 Feb 2026 £4,999 Feb 2025 £4,899 Mar 2026 £4,699 Mar 2025 £4,699 May 2026 £3,899 May 2025 £3,899 Sep 2026 £4,599 Sep 2025 £4,599 Oct 2026 £4,299 Oct 2025 £4,299 Nov 2026 £4,199 Nov 2025 £4,199 • Dates are available throughout each month • Lead-in price based on 3 May 25 & 2 May 26 • A single supplement starts from just £1,049 • Tipping paid locally $45 pp per tour • Please Note: There is an alternative itinerary for 2024 please see website for details Includes: Private vehicle & driver/guide or driver and local guides; return flights accommodation, meals and excursions as per Group Tour. 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