Dig a little deeper into Costa Rica's cosmopolitan capital. After breakfast you'll be picked up at your hotel for a guided city tour. This evening take it easy with a casual dinner in the hotel's centrally located neighbourhood, or continue exploring the city and check out local nightlife. 

Breakfast at the hotel 

- Half Day VIP City Tour

Pick Up at about 10:25am at Autentico Hotel lobby

Drop Off at Autentico Hotel

Includes: Entrance fee (Gold Museum), Transportation,  Bilingual guide, Lunch

Duration: 5 hours approximately

What to Bring: Wear comfortable shoes

Reservation #: STFI687562

Contact: 

Swiss Travel Costa Rica

6:00am-10:00pm: 800-329-8687 (Toll-free) / +506 2282-4898

10:00pm-6:00am: +506 8310-7636 (Also available on WhatsApp)

Setting off from your hotel of selection in San Jose, an A/C van/bus will be picked up to begin your city sightseeing. After a 30 minutes ride, you will arrive to San Jose Downtown, where you will visit the Art Museum; an incredible Costa Rican gem. Located inside of La Sabana Park at San Jose’s old airport facilities, the Art Museum features more than six thousand pieces of art in a variety of forms and mediums. Besides offering special rotating temporary exhibitions, this museum has permanent collections from famous Artists of Latin America, home to the most complete collection of Costa Rican art in the world.

Coming up next, the Central Market is an important cultural site in Costa Rica, as it is one of the most representative places in the capital. The market opened in 1880, making it one of the oldest landmarks in Costa Rica as the country declared independence in 1821. You will visit little shops, explore local artisan stalls, and learn about local traditions like herbal medicines.

At only 7 block, walking distance, you will arrive to the impressive National Theater.

Right after, you will head your way unto the Gold Museum, where you can step back through Time, Costa Rica's Numismatic and Pre-Columbian Gold Museum boasts one of the largest collections of gold artifacts in Latin America. These ancient objects chronicle the history of the tribal peoples and civilizations that once lived in the country.

The VIP city tour will not be completed without stopping at the National Monument. It is located in the middle of the National Park in San José, a very beautiful garden-like area with flowers, mature trees, statues of long forgotten dignitaries. There is huge imposing statue known as the National Monument of Costa Rica. This statue is The National Monument of Costa Rica. The statue depicts five ferocious looking women, ready to do battle. Each of the women represents one of the five Central American nations. At the end of the tour, you will enjoy a delicious typical lunch.

Remainder of the day at your leisure - Dinner on your own

Today you will transfer to Puerto Viejo. Located on Costa Rica’s Caribbean coast, here you’ll find sun, sand, and waves. Take the day to relax at your hotel or explore the town. At some point during the day, don’t forget to visit a café - like Bread and Chocolate - for a cup of Costa Rica’s finest coffee! Freshen up and grab some dinner and drinks at the hotel or a nearby bar.

Breakfast at the hotel

- Check out from Autentico Hotel

- Shared Shuttle: San José -> Puerto Viejo

Pick Up at about 7:00am at Autentico Hotel lobby

Note: Please consider that you must arrive to the designated meeting point for your transfer 10 minutes prior to the time that appears on your itinerary.

Drop Off at Hotel Cariblue

Duration: 4.5 hours approximately

Reservation #: STFI687562

Contact: 

Swiss Travel Costa Rica

6:00am-10:00pm: 800-329-8687 (Toll-free) / +506 2282-4898

10:00pm-6:00am: +506 8310-7636 (Also available on WhatsApp)

- Check in at Hotel Cariblue

Includes: 1 Standard Single Room for 5 nights, Buffet Breakfast (except arrival day), Taxes

Contact:

Cocles Beach, 1.5 Km. South Puerto Viejo, 70403 Puerto Viejo, Costa Rica

Landline: +506 2750 0035

Whatsapp: +506 8314 1965

TollFree: 1-888-6499-773

Email: reservations@cariblue.com

Free afternoon and evening to relax or explore Puerto Viejo - Lunch & Dinner on your own

Celebrate the Caribbean coast's cultural and natural worlds. Your guided tour through inland Talamanca includes a visit to an indigenous community, where you'll learn about cacao, other plants, and how they continue to be used in traditional ways of life. At the end visit a beautiful nearby waterfall. The rest of the day is yours to experience the unique Puerto Viejo area in your own way.

Breakfast at the hotel

- Waterfall Hike, Chocolate Goddess & Medicinal Plants Experience

Start with a visit to an Indigenous village and witness organic chocolate made from scratch by a member of the Bri Bri community — from plant to plate! The Bri Bri have a long history of chocolate production in the Puerto Viejo area. Finally, head about 30 minutes outside of town to a breathtaking Puerto Viejo Waterfall for a hike and refreshing swim.

Pick Up at about 10:00am at Hotel Cariblue lobby

Drop Off at Hotel Cariblue

Includes: Transportation, Guide, Entrance fees

Duration: 4 hours approximately 

What to Bring: Swimsuit, Towel and Insect repellent for the waterfall visit, Day pack, Comfortable shoes

Provided by: Jungleman Tours - Contact Sadie in case of any questions or problems.

Remainder of the day at your leisure - Relax at the beach, book a spa treatment, or explore the town of Puerto Viejo.

Lunch and dinner on your own

Breakfast at the hotel 

Free day - Explore the area, relax at the hotel pool, or head to one of many local beaches. Check out our Free Time Suggestions for ideas.

Lunch and dinner on your own 

Breakfast at the hotel 

- Sacred Healing Shamanic Massage 

Start Time: Your massage is at 10am; please arrive 15 minutes early. You will need to take a taxi to get there and Sadie will send you the directions once you're in Costa Rica.

Duration: 2 hours approximately

Provided by: 

Sacred Tea

The Sacred Technician

T: +506 6439 1277

Email: thesacredtechnician@gmail.com

In order to make your session as successful as possible please consider the following guidelines:

~Please arrive 15 minutes early

~Do not wear jewelry

~Please avoid heavy meals prior to your appointment

~Please consider setting an intention

Free afternoon and evening to explore at your leisure - Lunch & Dinner on your own

Tonight's cooking class will immerse you in the area's rich Afro-Caribbean culture and culinary heritage. Learn to cook like a local, from a local, in their home kitchen - a special experience to toast the end of your visit to the Caribe.

Breakfast at the hotel

Free morning and afternoon - Lunch on your own

- Optional Jaguar Rescue Center starting at $22 per person, to be booked on your own. 

The daily tour at the Jaguar Rescue Center is unlike any animal experience you’ve had before. The world-class tour will bring you in close proximity with monkeys, wild cats, sloths, anteaters and more. You’ll see monkeys in the trees, birds flying free, and the most venomous snakes in Costa Rica, housed in terrariums imitating their natural habitat. Guided by professionals who have extensive training with our animals, you will see things you wouldn’t even have known to look for, and learn things you could never imagine.

Important - No prior reservation necessary. Please arrive at least 15-20 minutes early to secure your spot.

- Afro-Caribbean Farm-to-Table Cooking Class & Jungle Walk

Have you ever tasted the real Caribbean? Now is your chance to learn how to cook it yourself! Side by side with a local you will learn how to cook like a local Caribbean family, with healthy, natural, and organic Caribbean ingredients. This will often include coconut, rice, plantains, beans, fresh fruit, and other traditional ingredients. The class is held in a home kitchen, and at the end of the class you will get to sit down and enjoy the meal you have prepared!

Pick Up at about 5:15pm at Hotel Cariblue lobby

Drop Off at Hotel Cariblue

Includes: Transportation, Dinner (Chicken)

Duration: 2.5-3 hours

What to Bring: Wear comfortable shoes or sneakers

Provided by: Veronica's Place - Contact Sadie in case of any questions or problems.

You'll be picked up bright and early for your transfer back to San José. After checking in and getting settled, have lunch and unwind or explore at your own pace. Take the opportunity this afternoon to get your Covid test for travel home.

Breakfast at the hotel 

- Check out from Hotel Cariblue

- Shared Shuttle: Puerto Viejo -> San José

Pick Up at about 6:25am at Hotel Cariblue lobby

Note: Please consider that you must arrive to the designated meeting point for your transfer 10 minutes prior to the time that appears on your itinerary.

Drop Off at Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose

Duration: 4.5 hours approximately

Reservation #: STFI687562

Contact: 

Swiss Travel Costa Rica

6:00am-10:00pm: 800-329-8687 (Toll-free) / +506 2282-4898

10:00pm-6:00am: +506 8310-7636 (Also available on WhatsApp)

- Check in at Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose

Includes: 1 Standard Single Room for 1 night, Buffet Breakfast (except arrival day), Taxes

Contact:

Sobre Autopista General Cañas, Ciudad Cariari, San José, 40701, Costa Rica 

T: +506 2239 2272

Email: cx_csri@countryinnamericas.com

Free afternoon and evening to relax or explore San José - Please get your Covid test during this time!

Lunch and dinner on your own

Breakfast at the hotel 

- Check out from Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose

- Airport Transfer: San José

Provided by your hotel

Drop Off at Juan Santamaria (SJO International) Airport / Flight CM193 at 11:35 am

                                                  Have A Safe Trip Home!