Worldwide Escorted Tours 2024-2026

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 Alajuela Province, 4 H Buena Vista Hotel Tortuguero, 3 H Pachira Lodge Sarapiqui, 3 H La Quinta de Sarapique La Fortuna, 4 H Tilajari Resort Monteverde, 4 H El Establo Manuel Antonio, 4 H Shana by the Beach ✔ 29 meals ✔ 12 excursions ✔ Expert local tour guide  Tour pace: Intermediate Day 1: UK to San José to Alajuela Province D Depart the UK on your scheduled flight, where on arrival, you’ll be met and transferred to your hotel. Enjoy a welcome dinner tonight with your group. Day 2: Alajuela Province to Tortuguero B/L/D This morning, begin your journey to Tortuguero, with a quick stop in Guapiles. Continuing to the port for a gentle boat ride through the jungle canals to arrive at your lodge in Tortuguero. Following lunch, travel by boat through the maze of canals. Day 3: Tortuguero B/L/D Following an early breakfast, start your day with a hike through the rainforest nature trails at your lodge. Enjoy lunch and then visit Tortuguero town. The rest of the afternoon will be at leisure. Day 4: Tortuguero to Sarapiqui B/L/D Travel back through the Tortuguero canals to reach the pier where you will travel by bus to Tortuguero with a stop for lunch en route, before checking into your lodge nestled in the rainforest reserve. Day 5: Sarapiqui B/D This morning, enjoy two hours immersed in the lush tropical rainforest, floating along the Sarapiqui River. Exotic amphibians, countless tropical birds, otters, fish, sloths, iguanas, and incredible flora will make this experience unforgettable. Disembark to a nearby pineapple plantation where you’ll learn about the growth of sustainable crops produced here. Day 6: Sarapiqui to La Fortuna B/D Journey through lush plantations and cattle ranches, before arriving at your hotel which skirts the banks of the San Carlos River. Day 7: La Fortuna B/D Explore the base of the Arenal Volcano and ascend to a lookout point to experience a fantastic view including the remains of the last volcanic eruption in 1968. After your hike, enjoy a visit to La Fortuna Village with free time for shopping and lunch. Day 8: La Fortuna B/D Today you will visit Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge, home to several endangered species including cougars, jaguars and tapirs. Later, enjoy the afternoon at leisure to visit the hot springs or just relax. Day 9: La Fortuna to Monteverde B/L/D Monteverde is a high-altitude world above the coastal towns constantly enveloped in clouds. On the journey, take in the beautiful landscape of Lake Arenal, before visiting a local organic farm. Later, arrive at your hotel and enjoy a tour of Santa Elena. Day 10: Monteverde B/L/D This morning will be spent in Treetopia Adventure Park, exploring Monteverde’s flora and fauna via the treetop walkways. Lunch today will be at a family run kitchen at an ecological sanctuary. The afternoon will continue at ground level as a gentle hike will allow you to closely examine some of the 500 species of orchids growing amongst the 3,000 varieties of plants on the moist forest floor. Day 11: Monteverde to Manuel Antonio B/D Depart to Manuel Antonio. Make a stop en route at the Tarcoles River Bridge to see the giant crocodiles sunning themselves on the river banks below. Day 12: 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. Day 13: Manuel Antonio to San José to the UK B Transfer to San José for your return flight to the UK, or continue on to your chosen extension. What you’ll see  Go in search of wildlife in Tortuguero National Park  Enjoy a nature trail to the majestic La Fortuna Waterfall  Marvel at mighty Arenal Volcano  Stroll along the treetop walkways in the Sky Adventure Park Navigate Tortuguero National Park’s snaking canals to spot wildlife, view the magnificent Arenal Volcano, discover the Monteverde Cloud Forest, and explore the diverse landscapes of Manuel Antonio National Park. NEW Captivating Costa Rica THIS TOUR EXPLORE Includes all meals Monteverde Cloud Forest Prices from Sep 2024 £3,299 Sep 2025 £3,299 Oct 2024 £3,099 Oct 2025 £3,399 Nov 2024 £2,999 Nov 2025 £3,499 Jan 2025 £3,899 Jan 2026 £3,899 Feb 2025 £3,799 Mar 2026 £3,799 Mar 2025 £3,799 Apr 2026 £3,599 Apr 2025 £3,599 May 2026 £3,199 May 2025 £3,199 Sep 2026 £3,299 Jul 2025 £3,999 Oct 2026 £3,499 Aug 2025 £3,999 Nov 2026 £3,499 • Dates are available throughout each month • Lead-in price based on 16 Nov 24 • A single supplement starts from just £749 • Tipping paid locally $88 pp per tour Please Note : There is an alternative itinerary for 2024 please see website for details Extend your tour Volcano Mini Tour 2 nights from £379 Manuel Antonio Beach Stay* 2 nights, B&B 4 H from £369 Panama City Tour 4 nights, 3 H B&B from £999 Includes: Private vehicle & driver/guide or driver and local guides; return flights accommodation, meals and excursions as per Group Tour. 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