Day 1. Arrive in Costa Rica followed by private transfer to Alta Hotel for the first night in Costa Rica. The Alta is a small boutique hotel that consists of only 23 rooms. The beautifully sculpted hotel cascades down the hill (Alto de Las Palomas) providing exquisite views of San Jose and the surrounding volcanoes and valley. The carved look melds different styles --- Spanish-Moorish medieval, countryside elegant --- into one graceful structure. The vaulted ceilings in the Paseo and wide stone stairway lead castle-like from the reclusive guest rooms to La Luz Restaurant. Accommodation in Standard Room (B)

Day 2. Breakfast at Hotel (Included) before your private transfer to the northern lowland of Costa Rica to Arenal Volcano. Active since 1968, the Arenal Volcano covers nearly 80% of the National Park with secondary and primary rainforest with abundant flora and fauna. You will be staying at the Lost Iguana Resort, located near the famous Hanging Bridges Park. Afternoon guided tour to explore the Arenal Volcano National Park and hike to the base of this impressive active volcano. You will be transported to the active northwest side of the volcano to learn about the volcanic history and to observe the magnificent lava rock formations from past eruptions. Opportunity to have a closer view of the activity in the evening from a safe positionto finally complete the day with a relaxing visit to the hot springs resort and enjoy the invigorating mineral waters. Dinner is included. Time to return to Lost Iguana Resort. Accommodation in Standard Deluxe Room (B-D)

Day 3. Breakfast at Hotel (Included) with day at leisure to explore the Arenal Hanging Bridges Park on your own located only minutes to the hotel. This is an excellent way to learn about a natural environment that has been undiscovered until lately. The trails along with the suspension bridges cover nearly two miles inside a mountainous zone. You will be able to admire the great diversity of flora and fauna typically of the rain forest. Tour is not included. Please contact us for more information. Accommodation in Standard Deluxe Room. (B)

Days 4. Breakfast at Hotel (Included) before heading north bordering the Arenal Lake. Enjoy picturesque views of the rural communities of Nuevo Arenal and Tilaran, on your way to Tamarindo Bay in Guanacaste. Tamarindo is the premier beach community in Costa Rica’s Northwest Pacific Coast. A stunning 2 miles long beach has attracted tourists from all over the world with a good reason. It’s a real dynamic town with restaurants, cafes, shops, galleries and a great selection of activities to enjoy. Your Headquarters will be the cozy Jardin del Eden Hotel. Your Hotel is set on a small hill overlooking Tamarindo Beach. The hotel it´s French Villa style and less than 100 yards from the beach and the fun town. The friendly staff at the hotel will welcome you to get the most of your stay at this boutique hotel. Accommodation in a Deluxe Room (B)

Day 7.. Breakfast at Hotel followed by land transfer to Tamarindo to take your flight back to San Jose (45 min approx). Upon arrival you will be transferred to the gorgeous Xandari Plantation in Central Valley mountains for your last night in Costa Rica. With only 22 individually designed villas nestled on a 40 acre plantation overlooking the Central Valley of Costa Rica, Xandari Plantation is proud of its beautiful tropical gardens with exquisite collections of native fruit trees and bright color flowers.  Each spacious villa is surrounded by gardens featuring a large view terrace perfect for enjoying the sunset and lights of the valley at night. Accommodation in a Prima Villa. (B)

Day 8. Breakfast at Hotel (not applicable for early departure flights) followed by private transfer to international Airport for your return flight home.