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Viva Costa Rica (Classic)

9 days
Start and end in San Jose
4.7
6,168 traveler reviews
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Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Group Size 8 - 30
Age range 18 to 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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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 San Jose to Arenal via Sarapiqui
  2. Day 2 Arenal
  3. Day 3 Arenal to Playa Tamarindo
  4. Day 4 Playa Tamarindo
  5. Day 5 Playa Tamarindo to Monteverde
  6. Day 6 Monteverde
  7. Day 7 Monteverde to Jaco
  8. Day 8 Jaco
  9. Day 9 Jaco to San Jose
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What's Included

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  • Accommodation
  • 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

Operated by

Contiki

Number of tours

596

Age Range

18 to 35 years old

Response time

6 hours

Response rate

96%

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Customer Reviews

  • 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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  • Josianne
    · August 12th, 2024
    Clari was the best tour guide! Her knowledge and expertise made this trip extra special. I am grateful I got to meet her.
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Dates & Availability

9 days
Viva Costa Rica (Classic)
From San Jose to San Jose

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What our customers ask about this tour

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    Aymane

    Asked on March 24th, 2025

    What is the luggage allowance?

    Transport
    • ContikiOperatorWritten March 2025

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

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    Niklas

    Asked on March 21st, 2025

    What are the hotel standards?

    Accommodation
    • ContikiOperatorWritten March 2025

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

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    Claudia

    Asked on February 12th, 2025

    Do you offer other similar tours?

    Other
    Tour Details
    • ContikiOperatorWritten February 2025

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

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    Andrea

    Asked on December 17th, 2024

    Do you know when this tour is coming back?

    Tour Details
    • ContikiOperatorWritten 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.

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    Clare

    Asked on October 21st, 2024

    Are transfers included in the tour?

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    • ContikiOperatorWritten October 2024

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

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    Sophie-Anne

    Asked on October 11th, 2024

    Can I travel solo on this tour?

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    Single supplement
    • ContikiOperatorWritten October 2024

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

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    Karell

    Asked on September 7th, 2024

    How many people are in a group?

    Group size
    • ContikiOperatorWritten September 2024

      The maximum group size for this tour is 30 travelers.

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    Juan Manuel

    Asked on September 2nd, 2024

    Is travel insurance recommended?

    Travel Support
    • ContikiOperatorWritten September 2024

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

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    Cecilia

    Asked on August 24th, 2024

    When are final payments due?

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    • ContikiOperatorWritten August 2024

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

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    Paul

    Asked on July 2nd, 2024

    What is the average age range of travelers?

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    • ContikiOperatorWritten 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.

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Good to Know

Tour ID: 116030

  • Currency
    Costa Rican Colon
    Costa Rica
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  • 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 August 21st, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after August 21st, 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.
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    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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