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Costa Rica Self-Drive - 8 days

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Tour Overview

PRIVATE TOUR: Discover Costa Rica over eight days on a flexible self-drive adventure starting and ending in San Jose. After arriving in the capital, head north to the Arenal region, where volcano views, rainforest trails, hot springs and optional adventures like zip-lining, wildlife safaris and hanging bridges fill your days. Continue to Manuel Antonio on the Pacific coast, famed for its white-sand beaches, lush national park and abundant wildlife, with time to relax or join catamaran cruises, rafting or guided nature walks. The journey wraps up back in San Jose, with opportunities to explore volcanoes, valleys or local markets before heading home.

Start

San Jose

End

San Jose

Destination

San Jose

Days

8

Pace

Slow

Range

Private

Max Group Size

Min 0 - Max 0

Min Age

0

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Trip Code: CRSEDR

Trip Highlights

Why you'll love this trip

  • San Jose - Discover Costa Rica’s lively capital, exploring museums, markets and neighbourhoods framed by forested mountains before beginning your journey

  • Zarcero - Admire the unusual topiary gardens of Parque Francisco Alvarado, set before the colourful Iglesia de San Rafael in this charming highland village

  • Arenal - Experience dramatic volcanic landscapes, rainforest trails and Lake Arenal, with time to relax and explore one of Costa Rica’s most iconic regions

  • Manuel Antonio - Unwind on white-sand beaches and walk wildlife-rich trails within Manuel Antonio National Park, where rainforest meets the Pacific coast

Day by Day Itinerary

Itinerary

Trip route map

What's Included & Excluded

What's Included

7 nights accommodation in 3-4 star hotels
7 breakfasts
8-day car rental (192 hours)

Not Included

Checked baggage on domestic flights - baggage fees may apply and vary by carrier
International flights and visas
Tipping - an entirely personal gesture
Optional activities
Arrival and Departure transfer on day 1 and 8
Entrance fees
Departure taxes (approx USD 29 per person)

Is This Trip Right for You?

Is this trip right for you?

  • There are some long travelling days on this trip, but it’s all part of the adventure and a great way to get to know your fellow travellers.

  • This trip requires a moderate level of fitness as it involves some walking and swimming, allowing you to really get among nature. Please bring sturdy, comfortable walking shoes, a swimsuit and comfortable clothing.

  • Multiple activities on this trip are subject to weather and water conditions and on occasion, may be cancelled for safety or operational reasons. In the case of cancellation, we will endeavour to find a suitable replacement activity.

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Tour Details

Duration8 days
StartSan Jose
EndSan Jose
StylePrivate Tours
Max Group0 people

Pricing

Starting from
AUD $1,795
per person
✓ Best available price

Dates and availability

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