The “Can’t Help Falling in Love” Experience

Day 1: San Jose/Alajuela
Arrival at Juan Santamaria Airport in San Jose (SJO). Meet and greet outside the airport terminal and transfer to Xandari hotel, set in a private forest reserve with rivers, natural waterfalls, and trails offering excellent hiking, birding, and immersion in nature.
Overnight at Xandari

Day 2: Alajuela – Bajos del Toro
Breakfast.
You will depart after breakfast to 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. Channel your inner artist as you 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 surrounded by unique landscapes and exotic nature. Today you’ll channel your inner chef at a visit to 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 beyond.
Overnight at El Silencio Lodge

Day 4: Bajos del Toro – Arenal
Breakfast.
Take a couple-hour transfer to the northern lowlands, to La Fortuna town where the Arenal Volcano is located. You will spend two wonderful days at the secluded adult-only Nayara Springs, where the lush vegetation of Arenal’s rainforest surround intimate luxury villas.

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 quiet pool.
Overnight at Nayara Springs

Day 6: Arenal – Santa Teresa
Breakfast.
You will depart from the lowlands to the north Pacific coast, where you’ll find the beautiful Santa Teresa beach on the far side of the Nicoya Peninsula. Take a break from the roads on a ferry boat crossing of the Gulf of Nicoya. After another stretch of road, you’ll arrive at Florblanca Resort, 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 Florblanca Resort

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. Some experiences you can book include surfing the renowned waves, hiking or horseback riding in the jungle, ziplining through the canopy, snorkelling and scuba diving in the crystal clear waters, 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 Florblanca Resort

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. On clear days you’ll enjoy breathtaking views of Poas Volcano and La Paz River Valley. When it’s not clear, the cloud forest is magical and misty. 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.
Departure transfer from Peace Lodge to Juan Santamaria Airport in San Jose (SJO).

• Meet & Greet and private arrival transfer from San Jose Airport (SJO)
• Accommodation as specified:
  • 1 night at Xandari Resort & Spa
  • 2 nights at El Silencio Lodge & Spa
  • 2 nights at Nayara Springs
  • 3 nights at Florblanca Resort
  • 1 night at Peace Lodge
• Meals as specified
• 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)
• 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)
• Current taxes
• Dedicated 24/7 in country support and emergency assistance
• Flexible chance/cancellation policies
• Optional activities are not included

Important notes:

• 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 Guanacaste/LIR).

Bajos del Toro: Escape to this intimate, off the beaten path oasis, where magical cloud forest meets pristine mountain landscapes for the perfect honeymoon in Costa Rica.

Arenal Volcano: Find serenity under the gaze of the majestic volcano in this beloved rainforest, known for its scenic views, invigorating activities, and lush, naturally occurring hot springs.

Santa Teresa: This is the perfect beach town to relax at, swimming in the hotel pool, relaxing in the many tide pools along the coast, walking along the spectacular white-grey beaches, and basking in the stunning sunsets.

Peace Lodge: This wildlife refuge and waterfall walk will instill in you some of the wonders that Costa Rica has to offer, from verdant jungles and powerful big cats to delicate humming birds and roaring falls.