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- Platinum Operator
- Destination Services Costa Rica
- Explorer
- Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
- Private Tour
- Travel exclusively with your friends and family
- Self-guided
- Independent exploration, backed by expert advice and support
- Guided in English
- All Ages Welcome
Places You’ll See

Highlights
- Explore San Jose at your own pace
- Drive through scenic routes to Arenal
- Relax at the stunning Tamarindo Beach
- Discover Tamarindo's charm on your own
- Return drive to San Jose with scenic views
Itinerary
- Introduction
- Day 1 ARRIVAL SAN JOSE (18km – 30min)
- Day 2 SAN JOSE – ARENAL (160km – 4hrs) / CAR HIRE HOTEL DELIVERY
- Day 3 ARENAL – TAMARINDO (200km – 4.5hrs)
- Day 4 TAMARINDO
- Day 5 TAMARINDO
- Day 6 TAMARINDO – SAN JOSE (250km – 5hrs) / CAR HIRE HOTEL RETURN
- Day 7 DEPARTURE SAN JOSE (18km – 30min)
What's Included
- Accommodation
- Meals
- Additional Services
- Transport
- Free eSIMTourRadar 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
- Guide
- Insurance
- Optional
- Additional Services
Where You'll Stay
Sleep Inn Hotel
HotelDays 1, 6Casa Luna Hotel & Spa
Hotelday 2Tamarindo Diria
HotelDays 3, 4, 5

Operated by
Destination Services Costa Rica
Number of tours
71
Age Range
2 to 99 years old
Response time
within 2 days
Response rate
96%
We are a leading company in Costa Rica, providing the best possible...
Read moreCustomer Reviews
- Overall RatingExcellent
- ItineraryExcellent
- GuideExcellent
- TransportExcellent
- AccommodationExcellent
- FoodExcellent
- Marc· June 16th, 2025I went on a self-driving tour with Destination Services Costa Rica, and it exceeded all my expectations. The operator was super responsive and provided amazing support. The local operator did a phenomenal job of putting together a custom package for me. Their know-how and guidance made it possible for me to explore parts of the country I never would have discovered on my own. Every recommendation was just spot-on, especially the hand-picked accommodation - the Drake Bay Wilderness Resort - a truly amazing resort right by the beach, great staff, delicious food, and a national park right in front of your doorstep. The absolute highlight of the trip was visiting Corcovado National Park. I was lucky enough to spot all four monkey species, a Tapir, Toucans and even a Puma. Because it was the rainy season, the tours were uncrowded, which made for an incredibly intimate and personal experience. Thank you, Destination Services, for an incredible adventure.Show moreTrip date: June 2025
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- Instant Confirmation-10%From Friday3 Oct, 2025To Thursday9 Oct, 2025EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:$2,125NZ $1,912 per personMultiple Room Types
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- Instant Confirmation-10%From Sunday5 Oct, 2025To Saturday11 Oct, 2025EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:$2,125NZ $1,912 per personMultiple Room Types
- Instant Confirmation-10%From Monday6 Oct, 2025To Sunday12 Oct, 2025EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:$2,125NZ $1,912 per personMultiple Room Types
- Instant Confirmation-10%From Tuesday7 Oct, 2025To Monday13 Oct, 2025EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:$2,125NZ $1,912 per personMultiple Room Types
- Instant Confirmation-10%From Wednesday8 Oct, 2025To Tuesday14 Oct, 2025EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:$2,125NZ $1,912 per personMultiple Room Types
- Instant Confirmation-10%From Thursday9 Oct, 2025To Wednesday15 Oct, 2025EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:$2,125NZ $1,912 per personMultiple Room Types
- Instant Confirmation-10%From Friday10 Oct, 2025To Thursday16 Oct, 2025EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:$2,125NZ $1,912 per personMultiple Room Types
- Instant Confirmation-10%From Saturday11 Oct, 2025To Friday17 Oct, 2025EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:$2,125NZ $1,912 per personMultiple Room Types
- Instant Confirmation-10%From Sunday12 Oct, 2025To Saturday18 Oct, 2025EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:$2,125NZ $1,912 per personMultiple Room Types
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