What is the luggage allowance?

Each traveler is allowed one suitcase with a maximum weight of 20 kg (44 lbs).

What are the hotel standards?

The accommodations range from comfortable hotels to standard category lodging, ensuring you have a comfortable stay.

Do you offer other similar tours?

Yes, we have multiple adventure options you might enjoy! Feel free to ask for more information about those.

Do you know when this tour is coming back?

We have availability for this trip, departing from 03-Jan-2026 to 11-Jan-2026. The total cost, including the single supplement, is $2,632.00. Contiki tours have an age restriction, requiring guests to be between 18-35 years old to participate.

Are transfers included in the tour?

Transfers might not be included, so please check your specific tour details for more information.

Can I travel solo on this tour?

Yes, many single travelers join this tour, and it is a great way to meet others.

How many people are in a group?

The maximum group size for this tour is 30 travelers.

Is travel insurance recommended?

Travel insurance is highly recommended for all travelers, as it helps cover unforeseen circumstances during your trip.

When are final payments due?

Final payments are typically required 60 days prior to the departure date.

What is the average age range of travelers?

The typical age range for travelers on this tour is between 24 and 32 years old, with many solo travelers joining as well.

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Viva Costa Rica (Classic)

9 days

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Start and end in San Jose

4.7

6,203 traveler reviews

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Plan your adventure:

Platinum Operator: Contiki
Explorer: Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided: An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Group Size 8 - 30
Ages 18-35

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Highlights

Treat yourself to a mouthwatering chocolate tour
Soak in natural hot springs as you gaze at Arenal volcano
Try a shot or two of coffee liqueur at Casona Rio Fortuna
Snooze surrounded by nature at a jungle lodge

Itinerary

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Introduction

Day 1 San Jose to Arenal via Sarapiqui
Day 2 Arenal
Day 3 Arenal to Playa Tamarindo
Day 4 Playa Tamarindo
Day 5 Playa Tamarindo to Monteverde
Day 6 Monteverde
Day 7 Monteverde to Jaco
Day 8 Jaco
Day 9 Jaco to San Jose

What's Included

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Guide
Meals
Additional Services
Transport
Free eSIM
TourRadar offers the lead traveler (the person who booked) a free 1GB eSIM for the trip. The eSIM is redeemable only through the TourRadar app 72 hours before departure.

What's Not Included

Flights
Insurance
Optional
Additional Services

Where You'll Stay

All accommodations are subject to change

Hotel Arenal Montechiari (or similar)
Hotel
Days 1, 2
Best Western Vista Villas Tamarindo (or similar)
Hotel
Days 3, 4
Hotel Montana Monteverde (or similar)
Hotel
Days 5, 6
Hotel Amapola (or similar)
Hotel
Days 7, 8

Operated by

Contiki

4.7

(6,203 reviews)

Number of tours

628

Age Range

18 to 35 years old

Response time

4 hours

Response rate

92%

Contiki has been running tours for over 50 years, all exclusively for...

Sustainability Initiatives

Reduce Carbon Emissions

Animal Welfare

Supporting Destinations

Sustainability Programs

Your Peace of Mind Options

Cancellation Policy

A transparent overview of applicable fees.

Travel Insurance

Be covered for any unforseen circumstances.

Customer Reviews

Tour Operator
Contiki
4.7

Shannon
· February 14th, 2025
Excellent tour manager! Great itinerary.
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Meir
· October 2nd, 2024
Fantastic experience. Local tour guide Karen was knowledgeable and helpful.
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What our customers ask about this tour

The content in our FAQ section is subject to change.

All questions

A
Aymane
Asked on March 24th, 2025
What is the luggage allowance?
Transport
- ContikiOperator•Written March 2025
  Each traveler is allowed one suitcase with a maximum weight of 20 kg (44 lbs).
N
Niklas
Asked on March 21st, 2025
What are the hotel standards?
Accommodation
- ContikiOperator•Written March 2025
  The accommodations range from comfortable hotels to standard category lodging, ensuring you have a comfortable stay.
C
Claudia
Asked on February 12th, 2025
Do you offer other similar tours?
Other
Tour Details
- ContikiOperator•Written February 2025
  Yes, we have multiple adventure options you might enjoy! Feel free to ask for more information about those.
A
Andrea
Asked on December 17th, 2024
Do you know when this tour is coming back?
Tour Details
- ContikiOperator•Written December 2024
  We have availability for this trip, departing from 03-Jan-2026 to 11-Jan-2026. The total cost, including the single supplement, is $2,632.00. Contiki tours have an age restriction, requiring guests to be between 18-35 years old to participate.
C
Clare
Asked on October 21st, 2024
Are transfers included in the tour?
Flights / Transfers
- ContikiOperator•Written October 2024
  Transfers might not be included, so please check your specific tour details for more information.
S
Sophie-Anne
Asked on October 11th, 2024
Can I travel solo on this tour?
Group size
Single supplement
- ContikiOperator•Written October 2024
  Yes, many single travelers join this tour, and it is a great way to meet others.
K
Karell
Asked on September 7th, 2024
How many people are in a group?
Group size
- ContikiOperator•Written September 2024
  The maximum group size for this tour is 30 travelers.
J
Juan Manuel
Asked on September 2nd, 2024
Is travel insurance recommended?
Travel Support
- ContikiOperator•Written September 2024
  Travel insurance is highly recommended for all travelers, as it helps cover unforeseen circumstances during your trip.
C
Cecilia
Asked on August 24th, 2024
When are final payments due?
Payments
- ContikiOperator•Written August 2024
  Final payments are typically required 60 days prior to the departure date.
P
Paul
Asked on July 2nd, 2024
What is the average age range of travelers?
Age Range
- ContikiOperator•Written July 2024
  The typical age range for travelers on this tour is between 24 and 32 years old, with many solo travelers joining as well.

From

$3,365

-10%

NZ $3,029 per person

Price based on Cheapest Room

Price based on Shared Room

Price based on Private Single Room

Price based on Private Double Room

Select Date

1 Adult2 Adults, 1 Child2 Children

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Plan your adventure:

Good to Know

Tour ID: 116030

Currency
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Costa Rican Colon
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Plugs & Adapters
Vaccines
- These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
- Typhoid - Recommended for Costa Rica. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Hepatitis A - Recommended for Costa Rica. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Hepatitis B - Recommended for Costa Rica. Ideally 2 months before travel.
- Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for Costa Rica. Ideally 10 days before travel.
Visa
- Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
- Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
Payment information
- For any tour departing before October 5th, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after October 5th, 2025, a minimum payment of $200 is required to confirm your booking with Contiki. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 65 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
- Some departure dates and prices may vary and Contiki will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
- The following cards are accepted for "Contiki" tours: Visa, Maestro, Mastercard, American Express or PayPal. TourRadar does NOT charge you an extra fee for using any of these payment methods.
Cancellation Policy
- Your money is safe with TourRadar, as we only pay the tour operator after your tour has departed.
- TourRadar is an authorized Agent of Contiki. Please familiarize yourself with the Contiki payment, cancellation and refund conditions.
Accessibility
Some tours are not suitable for mobility-restricted traveler, however, some operators may be able to accommodate special requests. For any enquiries, you can contact our customer support team, who are ready and waiting to help you.
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