Classic Costa Rica Away From the Crowds

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Typical Duration

Swap the tourist trail for our peaceful path through Costa Rica, with all the coffee fincas, volcano views, misty forests and jungle-fringed beaches you could wish for.

What's Included

Key Inclusions

17 nights hotel

Private road transfers (no internal flights needed)

All breakfasts

2 x lunches

2 x dinners


Guided Activities

Highland cultural tour

Wildlife safari float

Birdwatching tours

Chocolate farm tour

Coffee finca tour

White-water rafting


5* Service

We have personally experienced & loved every aspect of this trip

Holiday Guide with advice, background information and recommendations

ABTOT / ATOL Financial protection

Local support throughout

24/7 emergency support

Industry-leading 160% carbon capture

Exclusive departure date


Please note: International travel not included.

Day by day itinerary

Day 1

Head for the coffee hills


Your trip begins with a warm welcome and a short journey up into the hills above San José. Your first two nights are spent on Teri and Glenn's beautiful coffee farm and luxury inn.

Day 2

Explore rich highland culture with your guide


Day 3

Move on to the volcanic north


Day 4

Explore hanging bridges or enjoy a safari float


Day 5

Settle into the Nicoya Peninsula


Day 6

Stroll through a wildlife refuge


Day 7

Make time for turtles


Day 8

Travel south to Carara National Park


Day 9

Enjoy exotic bird life, and delicious chocolate


Day 10

Travel into Costa Rica's best cloud forests