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Classic Costa Rica
A Unique Journey of Diversity, Beauty and Mystery
October 28 - November 6, 2004
Past Tour
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Itinerary |
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1 Thursday, October 28: To San
Jose |
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Fly from your home city to San Jose,
Costa Rica. Meeting and assistance upon arrival at
Juan Santamara International Airport, and transfer
to your hotel in San Jose. Costa Rica, with its resplendent
rainforests, active volcanoes, and gorgeous beaches
provides the perfect setting for an adventure in Central
America. Free time to rest, relax and have dinner
on your own.
Overnight: San Jose (3 nights) |
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2 Friday, October 29: San Jose-
Softly International Project |
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Today is devoted to our Softly International
program. First we will have an Orientation breakfast
to go over the program. Then the rest of the day we
follow the program's theme lifting the children of
this country physically and spiritually with this
wonderful mission. The two-day "Beds and Meds"
program will have one half of the group participating
in the "Beds" program and the other on the
Medical program that joins Doctors meeting with the
children and parents. Dinner on your own. (B/L) |
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3 Saturday, October 30: San Jose-
Softly International Project |
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is also devoted to our Softly International program
with those who worked on the "Bed" program
switching with those who previously worked on the "Med"
program. The evening and dinner are on your own. (B/L)
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4 Sunday, October 31: To Tortuguero
National Park |
After
breakfast, we depart by boat for your journey to Tortuguero
National Park. The two and half hour boat ride will
take you through the canals sheltered within the dense
protection of the rain forest. From your boat you will
be able to admire the unique flora and fauna of this
area. Free time after our arrival for rest and/or exploration.
Dinner at our Lodge.
Overnight: Tortuguero National Park (2 nights) (B/L/D)
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5 Monday, November 1: Tortugeuro
National Park |
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Yoga and Meditation. Today you will explore the smaller
canals of Tortuguero and experience first hand the rainforest
surrounding you. From the areas only hill, you will
present you with a complete view of the National Park.
Then explore the little village of Tortuguero or take
a relaxing afternoon on the beautiful beach. At times,
you will also be able to take an optional turtle watching
tour during the evening to admire one of the most impressive
miracles of life. Dinner at our Lodge. (B/L/D) |
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6 Tuesday, November 2: To Arenal
Volcano & Tabacon Hot Springs |
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morning following breakfast, you will be transferred
to the Arenal area and your selected hotel where you
will enjoy a full day guided visit to the Arenal Volcano
and the Tabacon Hot Springs (with dinner and entrance
fee included). This active volcano well deserves a visit,
not only for its constant activity, but also for its
perfect cone and the exuberant vegetation in the surrounding
areas, adorned by the majestic engineering masterpiece
of the Arenal Lake. Enjoy the relaxing scenery and the
refreshingly cool alpine region. While there, you may
even witness an explosion of smoke and lava from the
mighty Arenal. Later, enjoy dinner at our Lodge.
Overnight: Arenal (2 nights) (B/D) |
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7 Wednesday, November 3: Arenal |
| Arenal
is located about two hours from Nicaragua borders (Los
Chiles), where we will have a guided boat tour on the
Rio Frio to Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge, of interest
especially to bird-watchers. It is also remarkable for
its large population of endangered mammals, including
jaguars, tapirs, and ocelots. There are always plenty
of monkeys around. Crocodiles and caimans are easily
seen. The Refuge is one of the most important biological
areas of the country (and 4th on earth); it was declared
Wild Life Area of International importance in 1991.
Or take an optional tour instead of Horseback Riding
to La Fortuna Waterfalls, one of the most exciting ways
to experience nature with a different perspective of
one of the most complex ecosystems on earth. In the
afternoon relax at our Lodge where you have a wonderful
view to Arenal Volcano and where you can see the lava
rolling down the hill (if mother nature permits). Take
time to enjoy the hot springs. Dinner on your own. (B) |
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8 Thursday, November 4: Arenal/Monteverde
(B,D) |
After
an early breakfast, you will be transported to Monteverde
and your selected hotel for the next 2 nights. At 600
feet above sea level, this world famous Cloud Forest
will be your backdrop for observing one of the most
diverse bird populations in Costa Rica. You will also
admire prehistoric ferns and the trees full of epiphytes
and moss. Dinner at our hotel.
Overnight: Monteverde (1 night) (B/D) |
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9 Friday, November 5: Monteverde
- To San Jose |
Today
you will experience the Sky Walk. This tour will provide
you with an insight into the rainforest not seen from
the ground. Through a series of canopies and walkways,
you will experience flora and fauna, which only exist
at this level, and gain a new appreciation for the importance
of conserving these natural areas. This Afternoon, you
will return to San Jose. In the afternoon, we will have
a short group discussion to review our program. Farewell
Dinner this evening.
Overnight: San Jose (1 night) (B/D) |
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10 Saturday, November 6: Return
to Canada |
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breakfast, you will be transferred to the International
Airport for your return flight to Canada. (B) |
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(B=
Breakfast L=Lunch D=Dinner)
NOTE: This itinerary is subject to change due to conditions
beyond our control |
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Inclusions & Price |
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Tour Includes: |
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Round-trip transfers between
airport and hotels |
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Accommodations in First Class
hotels and Lodges as indicated |
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Hotel taxes/service charges
at the hotel |
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Porterage |
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Tour Guide Throughout |
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Daily breakfast and Additional
Meals as indicated |
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Sightseeing tours as per itinerary
including entrance fees |
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Added Features: |
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Softly International program with
local children |
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Optional Yoga and Meditation program
in Tortuguero National Park |
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Hike to the Arenal Volcano and Tabacon
Hot Springs |
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Sky Walk over the Monteverde rain
forest |
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Special visit to the La Fontuna
Waterfalls |
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Visit to the United Nations University
of Peace |
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Special Farewell dinner |
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Tour does not include: |
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International Airfare/departure
taxes |
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Cancellation & Medical insurance |
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Visa fees (if applicable) |
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Meals/drinks not specified in the
itinerary |
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Gratuities to drivers/guides ($70
prepaid) |
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Items of a personal nature or any
items not specified as being included |
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Tour Price |
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| Tour Price
Per Person (Land Only) |
Single
Supplement |
Prepaid
Gratuities |
| US $1595.00 |
US $450.00 |
US $70.00 |
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| Please call
us for a quote on airfare from your home city |
NOTE: To avoid surcharges due to the volatility
of the Canadian dollar, all tour prices listed are
in US dollars. Payments may be made in either US dollars
or the equivalent in CDN dollars. |
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