11 days in Costa Rica Itinerary
11 days in Costa Rica Itinerary
Created using Inspirock Costa Rica Trip Planner
Start: San Jose
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San Jose
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Shuttle
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La Fortuna de San Carlos
— 2 nights
Shuttle to San Jose, Bus to Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
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Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
— 3 nights
Drive
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Manuel Antonio
— 4 nights
Drive
End: San Jose
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San Jose
— 1 night
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A trip to San Jose, the capital, commercial center, and cultural hub of Costa Rica, gives you a chance to experience the lively atmosphere and rich cultural past of this vibrant country.Start off your visit on the 17th (Fri): view the masterpieces at Galeria Namu.
For where to stay, reviews, traveler tips, and other tourist information, use the San Jose trip planner.
If you are flying in from United States, the closest major aiports are Tobias Bolanos International Airport, Juan Santamaria International Airport and Limon International Airport. In March in San Jose, expect temperatures between 81°F during the day and 65°F at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 18th (Sat) early enough to catch the shuttle to La Fortuna de San Carlos.
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La Fortuna de San Carlos
— 2 nights
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Set against the backdrop of the imposing Arenal Volcano, La Fortuna de San Carlos offers visitors a chance to explore diverse natural landscapes and sample some delicious local produce.You've now added Ecoterra Costa Rica to your itinerary. Start off your visit on the 18th (Sat): witness a stunning natural landmark at Paradise Hot Springs, hike along Natura Eco Park Costa Rica, and then catch all the local highlights with Ecoterra Costa Rica. Keep things going the next day: indulge your taste buds at Food & Drink.
To see other places to visit, traveler tips, photos, and other tourist information, use the La Fortuna de San Carlos holiday website.
Take a shuttle from San Jose to La Fortuna de San Carlos in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a shuttle; or drive; or take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Mon) to allow time to drive to Puerto Viejo de Talamanca.
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Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
— 3 nights
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Puerto Viejo de Talamanca offers a wealth of entertainment by the sea, attracting a lively international crowd of revelers while maintaining a bright and breezy coastal charm with a local feel.Explore hidden gems such as Finca La Isla and Kekoldi Indigenous Reserve. When in Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, make a side trip to see Alma Verde - Cahuita Healing Garden in Cahuita, approximately Cahuita away. There's much more to do: appreciate the extensive heritage of Nature Park Walk, head outdoors with Nature Riders, and take in the exciting artwork at Luluberlu Art Gallery.
For maps, photos, ratings, and other tourist information, go to the Puerto Viejo de Talamanca journey planner.
Do a combination of shuttle and bus from La Fortuna de San Carlos to Puerto Viejo de Talamanca in 7.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of taxi and bus; or take a bus. On the 23rd (Thu), you're off to Manuel Antonio.
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Manuel Antonio
— 4 nights
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The rainforest meets the sea at Manuel Antonio National Park, a small but scenic natural preserve on the west coast of Costa Rica.Discover out-of-the-way places like Mike’s Nature Tours and Mulguri Adventure. Change things up with a short trip to Farmers Fair (Ferias del Agricultor) in Quepos (about 2h 15 min away). There's more to do: look for gifts at Beso Loco Boutique de Playa.
To see more things to do, maps, ratings, and other tourist information, use the Manuel Antonio online travel route planner.
Drive from Puerto Viejo de Talamanca to Manuel Antonio in 7 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 27th (Mon) so you can drive back home.
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Costa Rica travel guide
Tiny in terms of land area, Costa Rica is astoundingly diverse when it comes to culture and natural attractions. In a country called "Rich Coast", it's no surprise most Costa Rica vacations dedicate at least a few days to picturesque Pacific and Caribbean beaches, ideal for water sports and relaxation. Few small countries offer such a range of landscapes, allowing tourists to observe towering volcanoes while soaking away their worries in a hot spring, or hike into dense rainforests in the morning and surf at a modern resort in the afternoon. A trip to Costa Rica also lets you discover pristine national parks, ensuring plenty of chances to view wildlife from the comfort of eco-friendly lodges packed with amenities even ardent nature lovers secretly desire.
