Day 1 - Arrival to SJO airport.

Meet & greet and transfer to Grano de Oro Hotel (deluxe king room). Grano de Oro is considered one of the nicest boutique hotels in downtown San Jose.

Day 2

Private transfer to Monteverde visiting Poas Volcano and Sarchi on the way. Poas Volcano, located about 1 ½ hrs away from San José, is an impressive active volcano featuring one of the largest craters in the world. The volcano offers spectacular views of the Central Valley and comfortable trails to hike through the evergreen tropical cloud forest that surrounds it. After the visit, we head to Monteverde stopping in Sarchi on the way, where you will have the opportunity for local crafts shopping. Monteverde, is located on a 4600 ft secluded plateau on Tilaran Mountain Range. This community was founded in 1951 by a group of North American Quakers. The founder’s environmental consciousness, together with help from private organizations, led to the creation of a biological preserve that hosts one of the richest ecological systems in the country. Due to its location at a relatively high altitude, Monteverde's climate is rather fresh. Temperatures range from 55-75ºF. Clouds, mist, rain and eventual rays of sunshine bring life and enchantment to this beautiful cloud forest and makes it an ideal place to explore the nature and wildlife of this incredible habitat.

Breakfast included. Overnight accommodations at El Establo Hotel (deluxe room). El Establo offers a relaxing upscale atmosphere surrounded by great views of the surrounding cloud forest.

Day 3

In the morning, transfer to Selvatura Park for an exciting zip line experience & the hanging bridges tour. The famous 3 hour zip line tour offers you the opportunity of flying over the canopy of an exotic cloud forest through 15 cables and 18 platforms. Selvatura Park is one of the longest Canopy Tours in Costa Rica and it is the only canopy tour located inside the Monteverde Cloud Forest. Once you have finished this tour, you will continue your adventure at Selvatura's Tree Top Walkways, which consist of a 1.9 mile trail that crosses through the Monteverde Cloud Forest. Here visitors will walk on eight different bridges with various lengths ranging between 150 feet up to 510 feet and altitudes ranging between 36 feet up to 180 feet. The Tree Top Walkways are suitable for people of all ages and are a great way to experience the marvels of this natural sanctuary. The duration of the hike is usually between 1.5 and 2 hours. Afternoon at leisure or for an optional activity.

Breakfast included. Overnight accommodations at El Establo Hotel.

Day 4

Pick-up for the land-boat-land transfer to La Fortuna. This scenic ride will take us across Lake Arenal offering us the opportunity to enjoy great views of Arenal Volcano and its surroundings. The majestic Arenal Volcano, one of the most active volcanoes in the Western Hemisphere, constitutes the main attraction in this northern region. Its perfect-formed cone and constant eruptions of lava impress visitors from all over the world. Refreshed by gentle tropical rains, this land stays green and humid almost all year round. The area hosts gushing rivers, hot springs, lagoons, remote national parks, and plentiful wildlife.

Breakfast included. Overnight accommodations at Arenal Nayara Hotel (casita suite) Nayara, considered the coziest and most romantic hotel in La Fortuna, features luxury and comfort in a quiet location with great views of the Arenal Volcano.

Day 5

Pick-up for the guided Arenal Volcano National Park visit, including a hike along the park’s trails at the base of the volcano. Return to the hotel before noon.

Breakfast included. Overnight accommodations at Arenal Nayara Hotel.

Day 6

Pick-up for a full day of white water rafting at Toro River (Class III – IV rapids). Located just an hour drive from La Fortuna, Río Toro offers over 45 continuous rapids along more than 16 kilometers of deep-canyon gorges and waterfalls. You will be paddling for about 2 ½ hours through unexplored tropical wilderness having the chance to observe a wide variety of wild life such as sloths, monkeys and tropical birds. Return to the hotel by mid afternoon. Optional hot springs visit in the evening.

Breakfast and lunch included. Overnight accommodations at Arenal Nayara.

Day 7

Transfer to San Jose.

Breakfast included. Overnight accommodations at Grano de Oro Hotel (deluxe king).

Day 8

Transfer to SJO airport for return flight.

Breakfast included.