The “Can’t Help Falling in Love” Vacation Experience

From mysterious cloud forests to lush rainforests, you’ll enjoy the secluded, intimate side of Costa Rica on this romantic honeymoon in Costa Rica. Experience off-the-beaten-path nature havens and renowned volcanoes alike on this adventure designed to bring you and your loved one closer together in the tranquil environment of Costa Rica.

Alajuela – Bajos del Toro – Arenal Volcano – Santa Teresa
10 days / 9 nights

From $4,170 per person

Day 1: San Jose/Alajuela
Arrival at Juan Santamaria Airport in San Jose (SJO). Meet & Greet outside the airport terminal and transfer to the hotel.
Overnight at Xandari

Day 2: Alajuela – Bajos del Toro
Breakfast.
Depart for the cloud forest of Bajos del Toro, which is nestled in between the Poas Volcano and the mountains of Juan Castro Blanco National Park. On the way, you’ll visit the town of Sarchi, where you’ll get a taste of the best of Costa Rica’s artisans and the chance to learn about the traditional oxcart kaleidoscope painting that you’ll see around the country.
Overnight at El Silencio Lodge

Day 3: Bajos del Toro
Breakfast.
After breakfast, go on a guided visit to Los Bajos del Toro town where a rural community thrives, maintaining rich traditions in a picturesque location. Visit Doña Olga’s home where she’ll teach you to palm fresh tortillas.

Afternoon at leisure to explore the mysteries of the surrounding cloud forest and enjoy the hotel facilities which include a tranquil yoga deck set amongst the trees or your own suite’s private deck, open to the forest.
Overnight at El Silencio Lodge

Day 4: Bajos del Toro – Arenal
Breakfast.
Transfer to La Fortuna where the Arenal Volcano is located. You will spend two wonderful days at the secluded adult-only Nayara Springs.

The rest of the day is for your leisure to rest and to enjoy the hotel facilities, which include your own private plunge pool fed by natural mineral hot springs, walking paths, and tropical gardens.
Overnight at Nayara Springs

Day 5: Arenal
Breakfast.
Start the day off with a hike through a charming private park in the middle of the rainforest. Your guide will accompany you along the paths, pointing out wildlife, showing you vibrantly colored tropical flowers, and telling you about the natural history of the jungle. You’ll find hanging bridges throughout the park, which will give you unique views of the forest canopy and the volcano beyond.

The afternoon is at your leisure at the hotel, where you stroll around the gardens, look for sloths on the nature trail, or simply relax by the pool.
Overnight at Nayara Springs

Day 6: Arenal – Santa Teresa
Breakfast.
Travel to beautiful Santa Teresa beach on the far side of the Nicoya Peninsula, which includes a Ferry trip. After another stretch of road, you’ll arrive at Hotel Nantipa, a romantic haven tucked into the tropical jungle overlooking the roaring surf of Santa Teresa Beach.
You will enjoy relaxing at the pool and visiting the beach for the rest of the day.
Overnight at Hotel Nantipa

Days 7 and 8: Santa Teresa
Breakfast.
The Santa Teresa region offers an intriguing variety of activities, both within the resort and around the nearby town, including surfing the renowned waves, hiking or horseback riding, ziplining, snorkeling and scuba diving, kite surfing, stand-up paddle, or boat cruises. You can also choose to visit one of the nearby national parks and wildlife reserves for a deep dive into pure nature. Or, of course, you can settle with relaxing at the pool and walking along the beach.
Overnight at Hotel Nantipa

Day 9: Santa Teresa – Alajuela
Breakfast.
We’ll take you to the local airstrip for a short flight back towards San Jose. Upon arrival, transfer to Peace Lodge, located at La Paz Waterfall Gardens. You’ll have free access to the hiking trails, waterfall loop, trout lake, and animal sanctuary.
Overnight at Peace Lodge

Day 10: Departure transfer
Breakfast.
Transfer from Peace Lodge to Juan Santamaria Airport in San Jose (SJO).

Accommodations:

• 1 night at Xandari Resort & Spa
• 2 nights at El Silencio Lodge & Spa
• 2 nights at Nayara Springs
• 3 nights at Hotel Nantipa
• 1 night at Peace Lodge

Guided tours/activities:

• Sarchi Artisan Town
• Cultural Expedition to Bajos del Toro
• Arenal Mistico Hanging Bridges
• Complimentary access to La Paz Waterfall Gardens (self-guided)

Transfers and transportation:

• Private transfer to El Silencio Lodge (approx. 1.5 hrs)
• Private transfer to Arenal (approx. 2 hrs)
• Private transfer to Santa Teresa with ferry crossing (approx. 5 hrs)
• Private transfer to Peace Lodge (approx. 1 hr)
• Private transfer from Peace Lodge to San Jose Airport (SJO) (approx. 1 hr)

Meals as specified

Dedicated 24/7 in-country support and emergency assistance

Optional activities are not included

• *Price is based on a minimum of 2 people occupancy
• Local taxes are included in prices
• Accommodations will be in the above-mentioned hotels or alternative properties of similar style and ambience, according to availability at the time of booking.
• Tours on the package may be adapted according to traveler preference.
• The itinerary can be adjusted based on the arrival and departure airports (San Jose/SJO or Liberia/LIR).
• You will receive a 100% accurate price when you inquire with us and share your travel dates.