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Mercury Holidays | 37 For further details on our itineraries, visit www.mercuryholidays.co.uk/tours from £2,899 11-Day Escorted Tour Alajuela Province, 1 night • Tortuguero, 2 nights • La Fortuna, 3 nights Monteverde, 2 nights • Manuel Antonio, 2 nights E xplore the highlights of this incredibly beautiful country on our classic journey, which incorporates the very best that Costa Rica has to offer. Begin your journey through small villages and banana plantations with a quick stop in Guapiles. A gentle boat ride through the jungle canals will bring you to your lodge in Tortuguero. Sail through the canals of Tortuguero national park, spotting wildlife along the way. Embark on a fascinating hike through the rainforest nature trails before a visit to Tortuguero town. Next, travel to La Fortuna and explore a private path around the base of the volcano and ascend to a lookout point to experience a fantastic view of the Arenal Volcano. Visit the Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge, an important wetland area and home to many endangered species, before visiting the relaxing hot springs. On your way to Monteverde, take in the beautiful landscape of Lake Arenal before visiting the Arenal Vida Campesina Cultural Experience and getting to know the town of Santa Elena. Go high above the clouds to the Monteverde Cloud Forest, spotting low-lying lizards and fearless primates. Spend the morning in Sky Adventure Park, filled with long trails and suspension bridges, before lunch at a family-run kitchen at an ecological sanctuary. Next, examine some of the 3,000 varieties of plants on a gentle hike, then head for Punta Leona. End the nature-filled adventure with a visit to the stunning Manuel Antonio National Park, home to spectacular white-sand beaches, tropical forests and coral reefs. Includes: • Return flights from Heathrow to Costa Rica • 3 & 4 H accommodation • 29 meals • 9 excursions • Expert local tour guide DEPARTURES & FROM PRICES Apr 24 £3,399 May 25 £3,199 May 24 £3,499 Jul 25 £3,799 Sep 24 £2,899 Aug 25 £3,799 Oct 24 £3,399 Sep 25 £2,949 Apr 25 £2,899 Oct 25 £3,399 Lead-in price based on 11 Sep 24 and 30 Apr 25 Private Tour: Upgrade to a private tour from £849 POAS VOLCANO, VOLCANO MINI TOUR EXTEND YOUR TOUR: Manuel Antonio Beach Stay, 4 nights, Bed & Breakfast from £659 Relax on the white shores or explore this stunning area in more detail. Volcano Mini Tour, 4 nights from £539 From Poas Volcano National Park, to the Irazu Volcano and the Valley of Orosi; marvel at some of the most incredible natural creations in the world.