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Pure Nature Tour

Starts from Liberia
Multi-city tour

From dormant volcanos to forests filled with clouds, Costa Rica is a place of spectacle. Admire the country’s unbelievable landscape as you journey through rivers, and volcanic peaks. For nature lovers, there’s no better vacation destination than Costa Rica.

This itinerary includes Out & About suggestions for activities that are not included in your package, but they are great tips for places to visit and things to do.

Location:

  • Tenorio Volcana National Park, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
  • La Fortuna, San Carlos, Costa Rica
  • Monteverde, Puntarenas, Costa Rica
  • Costa Rica, Central America
8  Days | 7  nights
Call to book: 1-866-529-2079
Travelling as a group of 10 or more? Request a group quote.

INCLUSIONS

  • Meet and greet at Liberia International Airport (LIR)
  • Private unescorted transportation from Liberia International Airport to Rio Celeste
  • Two (2) nights’ accommodation at Celeste Mountain Lodge
  • Private unescorted transportation from Rio Celeste to Arenal Volcano
  • Three (3) night accommodations at Magic Mountain hotel, Arenal Volcano
  • Regular transportation from Arenal Volcano to Monteverde
    • Crossing the Arenal Lake by boat
  • Two (2) nights’ accommodations at Monteverde Country Lodge
  • Regular transportation from Monteverde to Liberia International Airport (LIR)
  • Meals: 7 breakfasts

ITINERARY

Day 1

LIBERIA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT – RIO CELESTE (95 km)

Upon arrival at Liberia International Airport, you will be met by a Swiss Travel representative, who will provide you with your full itinerary, recommendations, maps, contact information, and assistance with your transportation.  Swiss Travel is the on-site tour operator who will assist you with any questions you have throughout your getaway. Board your transfer to Rio Celeste and spend the rest of the day at your leisure.

 

Day 2

RIO CELESTE

Spend the day at your leisure.

Optional Activities ($):
Out & About – Suggested Itinerary: We recommend walking along Celeste River and exploring the area. An imposing waterfall look-out point and blue lagoon, along with numerous hiking trails are yours to experience. Afterwards, you can visit nearby Bijagua village and meet the locals.
Meal(s): Breakfast

Day 3

RIO CELESTE – ARENAL VOLCANO (74.7 km)

After breakfast, board your transportation to the Arenal Volcano area. The rest of the day is at your leisure.

Meal(s): Breakfast

Days 4 & 5

ARENAL VOLCANO

Spend the next two days at your leisure.

Optional Activities ($):
Out & About – Suggested Itinerary: We recommend exploring the nearby tourist attractions ($). For an unbeatable view of the area, book the Sky Tram & Sky Trek, which takes you to the mountain top for panoramic views of Arenal Lake. For something a bit milder, visit the Arenal Hanging Bridges, which are a series of hanging bridges that form a hiking trail around the mountain.
Meal(s): Breakfast

Day 6

ARENAL VOLCANO – MONTEVERDE (136 km)

After breakfast, board your transfer-tour to the Monteverde Cloud Forest, where you will make a stop to cross Arenal Lake by boat. The first half of the trip is adorned by the lake’s gorgeous scenery, while the drive afterwards is an unforgettable ascent through the Tilarán Mountain Range. Check in to Monteverde Country Lodge where you will spend the next 2 nights.

Meal(s): Breakfast

Day 7

MONTEVERDE

Spend the day at your leisure and explore the area around the Monteverde Cloud Forest.

Optional Activities ($):
Out & About – Suggested Itinerary: We recommend booking an excursion to the Sky Walk’s hanging bridges, an incredible network of hiking paths above and around the canopy. You can also take a trip to nearby Santa Elena, to see its gorgeous gardens and galleries.
Meal(s): Breakfast

Day 8

MONTEVERDE – LIBERIA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (124.7 km)

After breakfast, board your transfer to Liberia International Airport (LIR), to take your flight back home.

Meal(s): Breakfast

ACCOMMODATIONS

WHERE YOU'LL STAY

The hotels listed below are presented as examples for your reference only. Hotel accommodation details will be communicated to you or your travel agent prior to departure.

Location
HOTEL
Tenorio Volcana National Park, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
Celeste Mountain Lodge (or similar)
La Fortuna, San Carlos, Costa Rica
Magic Mountain Hotel (or similar)
Monteverde, Puntarenas, Costa Rica
MTV Country Lodge (or similar)

Room Specifications

Unless otherwise indicated, guests will stay in a standard room at all hotels during the trip.

IMPORTANT INFO

DEPARTURE DATES

Daily departures from: December 11, 2022 - December 10, 2023

MORE TO KNOW

Important Notes

  • Minimum 2 adults for the tour to operate
  • Please note: When choosing your flights, please be sure to select one that arrives in Liberia early Morning - afternoon, to accommodate driving time (80 minutes) from Liberia International Airport to Rio Celeste Area.
  • Itinerary order is subject to accommodation availability, and it may be altered
  • Accommodations as indicated or may be substituted for a similar hotel/accommodation

Not included

  • Meals, unless noted
  • Transfers, unless noted
  • Additional activities and excursions
  • Personal expenses and insurance

ACTIVITIES

Out & About - Suggested Itinerary

The day-to-day locations are already set, and hotel accommodations will already be booked, but what you do during the day in each location is completely up to you. We've gathered our top picks for suggested itineraries, places to visit, things to do and even great spots for tasty treats. Explore to your heart's content and take our suggestions - or don't! Just make sure to get to the hotel on time!

TRANSPORTATION

  • Transportation (Regular or Private) includes Spanish Speaking Driver Only
  • Transportation between areas/hotels/excursions are NOT escorted
  • Transportation used are air-conditioned bus/van
  • One day tours/Excursion includes: Spanish Speaking Driver and Bilingual (Spanish & English) Speaking guide
  • A Shuttle Service is a shared transportation between the main Costa Rica's tourist destinations. These routes operate on daily basis once a day, and on some routes, there are more than one daily service, and with a pre-determinate schedule. It includes an air-conditioned van/bus with Spanish speaking driver who picks up your clients at selected hotels along with other passengers, making it an affordable way to travel around the different tourist places. It might include some short stops along the way to use the Restrooms and change of vehicles during these stops are possible. It must be reserved in advance.
  • Passengers are collected by our private Spanish-speaking driver who will take them directly to the Front desk of the selected hotel and during the trip it is possible to make some short-stops for bathrooms or taking pictures. Pickup time is flexible; we usually recommend a specific time, but passengers can change the pickup time if it’s advised with one day in advance

Pricing display

Prices take into account taxes and are rounded to the nearest full dollar. Full details on taxes and fees are on the booking page.