32 days in Costa Rica Itinerary

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.

Satisfy your inner culture vulture at ChocoMuseo La Fortuna and Galeria Estudio. Let the collections at Wood & Art Gallery and Onirica Art Gallery capture your imagination. Venture out of the city with trips to Dave & Dave's Costa Rica Nature Park (in La Virgen) and Butterfly Conservatory (in El Castillo). There's still lots to do: take in the dramatic scenery at La Fortuna Waterfall, stroll through Arenal Oasis Wildlife Refuge, relax in the rural setting at Finca Loma Verde, and take in the natural beauty of Paradise Hot Springs.

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Charlotte, USA to La Fortuna de San Carlos is an approximately 11-hour combination of flight and shuttle. You can also drive. The time zone changes from Eastern Standard Time (EST) to Central Standard Time (CST), which is usually a -1 hour difference. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 5th (Thu) to allow time for the car ride to Cahuita.

With its dusty streets and simple (read affordable) lodgings, Cahuita bustles as a hub of backpacker tourism in southeastern Costa Rica.

You'll discover tucked-away gems like Punta Uva Beach and Tree of Life Wildlife Rescue Center and Botanical Gardens. Visiting Cahuita National Park and Costa Rica Wildlife Sanctuary will get you outdoors. It doesn't end there: take in the exciting artwork at Luluberlu Art Gallery.

To see more things to do and other tourist information, refer to the Cahuita road trip planning website.

You can drive from La Fortuna de San Carlos to Cahuita in 4.5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of taxi and bus; or take a bus. In March, daytime highs in Cahuita are 84°F, while nighttime lows are 70°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 9th (Mon) to allow enough time to drive to Turrialba.

Your day by day itinerary now includes Guayabo National Monument. Start off your visit on the 9th (Mon): explore the ancient world of Guayabo National Monument.

To see more things to do, traveler tips, where to stay, and other tourist information, go to the Turrialba trip itinerary planner.

Drive from Cahuita to Turrialba in 3 hours. Traveling from Cahuita in March, expect slightly colder with lows of 65°F in Turrialba. Cap off your sightseeing on the 9th (Mon) early enough to go by car to San Jose.

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.

Your day by day itinerary now includes Jade Museum, Metropolitan Church (Catedral Metropolitana) and Cementerio General de San Jose. Escape the urban bustle at Poas Volcano and Top Travel Costa Rica. Do some cultural sightseeing at Galeria Namu and Museo Nacional De Costa Rica. Change things up with these side-trips from San Jose: Ruins of the Church of Carthage (in Cartago), Metal Church (in Grecia) and Souvenir Museum (in Alajuela). The adventure continues: take in the dramatic scenery at La Paz Waterfall and Peace Lodge Gardens and get curious at Museo de Ciencias Naturales La Salle.

To see maps, more things to do, where to stay, and other tourist information, refer to the San Jose trip itinerary planning app.

Traveling by car from Turrialba to San Jose takes 2 hours. March in San Jose sees daily highs of 81°F and lows of 65°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Sat) so you can drive to Uvita.

Ideal for visitors looking to escape Costa Rica's busy beaches, Uvita offers a serene atmosphere and plenty of uncrowded sand for a leisurely vacation.

Your day by day itinerary now includes Uvita Waterfall as well as Parque Reptilandia. Kids will enjoy Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary and Playa Ventanas. Get outdoors at Cascada Pavon - Waterfall in Costa Rica and Santa Lucia Falls. There's much more to do: see majestic marine mammals with a dolphin and whale watching tour, look for gifts at Mama Toucan's Natural and Organic Food Store, and stroll through Oro Verde Biological Reserve.

To see reviews, maps, and other tourist information, read Uvita online route planner.

You can drive from San Jose to Uvita in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. On the 18th (Wed), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can drive to Quepos.

The tourist-oriented town of Quepos marks the entrance for many travelers looking to explore the nearby national park.

Your day by day itinerary now includes Playa Manuel Antonio as well as Monkey Mangrove Tour. On the 18th (Wed), tour the pleasant surroundings at Playa Manuel Antonio.

For traveler tips, where to stay, other places to visit, and tourist information, read our Quepos road trip website.

Drive from Uvita to Quepos in an hour. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 19th (Thu) so you can go by car to Jaco.

A seaside resort town with plenty of entertaining distractions along its attractive coastline, Jaco has long been a major tourist destination on the central Pacific coast.

Your day by day itinerary now includes Tico Pod Art House & Gifts as well as Catarata Bijagual.

For other places to visit, reviews, photos, and tourist information, refer to the Jaco tour itinerary app.

Getting from Quepos to Jaco by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: take a bus. Cap off your sightseeing on the 20th (Fri) early enough to go by car to Monteverde.

Monteverde is all about natural attractions, not surprising for an eco-tourism hotspot known for its cloud forests and rich diversity of animal life.

Your list of things to see and do now includes San Luis Waterfall, Nasua Tours, Forest Alive, and other attractions. Ecological Sanctuary and Arte Jaguar Gallery are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Head to Sarah's Gallery and Women Artisans Cooperative Santa Elena and Monteverdefor some retail therapy. Step out of Monteverde with an excursion to Middle Earth Thermal Springs in Quebrada Grande--about 1h 35 min away. Next up on the itinerary: admire nature's wide array of creatures at The Bat Jungle.

To find where to stay, traveler tips, maps, and more tourist information, read Monteverde trip itinerary maker site.

You can drive from Jaco to Monteverde in 2.5 hours. Other options are to take a shuttle; or take a bus. On the 24th (Tue), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can drive to Liberia.

Tourism in Liberia has been growing since the opening of its airport, with more and more international visitors using the city as a starting point for explorations of the country's northwest.

Tenorio National Park has been added to your itinerary. Start off your visit on the 24th (Tue): explore the striking landscape of Tenorio National Park. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: find something for the whole family at Ponderosa Adventure Park and then take in the spiritual surroundings of Church of La Ermita La Agonia.

To see reviews, traveler tips, and other tourist information, read Liberia travel route builder app.

You can drive from Monteverde to Liberia in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 25th (Wed) so you can drive to Playas del Coco.

A long-established beach community, Playas del Coco has developed a reputation as a favored spot for young travelers and locals to let loose by the sea.

Your day by day itinerary now includes Dream On Sport Fishing, Cata Chocolate and Sunquest Heli Tours. We've included these beaches for you: Playa Hermosa and Playa Danta. Attractions like Dolphin & Whale Watching and Iglesia Catolica de Playas del Coco make great kid-friendly stops. Get out of town with these interesting Playas del Coco side-trips: Shark Diving (in Playa Flamingo) and Playa Conchal (in Playa Conchal). Next up on the itinerary: view the masterpieces at Rojas Bros Boruca Indigenous Arts.

To see ratings, other places to visit, traveler tips, and more tourist information, use the Playas del Coco day trip planning tool.

You can drive from Liberia to Playas del Coco in an hour. Another option is to take a bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Mon) so you can drive to Playa Flamingo.

The white sand beach of Playa Flamingo has become a go-to tourist getaway by the sea.

Before you visit Playa Flamingo, use our trip planner to discover what you can do and see there.

Drive from Playas del Coco to Playa Flamingo in an hour. Finish your sightseeing early on the 31st (Tue) to allow enough time to travel back home.