8-Day Costa Rica Adventure

The cities, jungles, and beaches of Costa Rica are yours to explore on this 8-day trip with airfare from Travel by Jen. You can lose yourself amid the rain forests and hot springs of Arenal Volcano before hitting the sandy shores of Guanacaste. Round out your adventure with a stop in the capital of San José. This vacation includes:

• Round-trip airfare from Fort Lauderdale (FLL), New York City, Houston (IAH), Los Angeles (LAX), San Francisco (SFO), Washington, DC, or Chicago
• 3 nights of standard accommodations at Los Lagos Hotel Resort & Spa in La Fortuna San Carlos with daily breakfast and unlimited access to onsite hot springs. Arenal Adventure Canopy Tour and Tarzan Swing included.
• 3 nights of all-inclusive adults-only accommodations for guests 18 and older at Occidental Grand Papagayo Resort in Guanacaste
• 1 night of standard accommodations at Park Inn by Radisson San Jose in San Jose with breakfast included
• Economy manual car for the duration of the trip

Alternate family-friendly accommodations available, as well

La Fortuna

Up until 2010, the Arenal Volcano was still highly active, regularly spewing smoke and ash into the clear jungle skies. You won’t see much now that it’s finally dormant, but all that calm is worth it; now, hiking paths wind their way through lush rain forests chock full of abundant (and accessible) wildlife.

• Where you’ll stay: Relax in the onsite hot springs or grab a drink at the swimup bar at Los Lagos Hotel Resort & Spa.
• Hike to the top of Cerro Chato, a dormant volcano on the southeastern edge of Arenal Volcano National Park. The steep, well-marked trail leads to a crater filled with emerald water.
• Tabacon Hot Springs: Exotic orchids surround secluded caves where you can lounge in pools of hot springs fed by a waterfall.

Guanacaste

Coco Beach and Playa Hermosa form a hotbed of tourism on Costa Rica’s Pacific Coast. The area welcomes swimmers with its friendly surf while marlin, sailfish, and yellowfin tuna draw in sport fishers from all over the world. Step away from the beach and you’ll find yourself surrounded by Costa Rica’s iconic (and stunning) green forests.

• Where you’ll stay: Eat your fill at four different onsite bars and four restaurants at Occidental Grand Papagayo Resort.
• Go ziplining and mountain biking amid 1,400 acres of lush jungles, rivers, and waterfalls at Pura Aventura. Keep an eye out for iguanas and monkeys.
• Santa Rosa National Park is known for its legendary surf breaks, including one featured in the documentary The Endless Summer II.

San José

Seemingly a world away from its beaches and jungles is Costa Rica’s capital, San José. More than a million people commute to and from the bustling city center each day; wander the streets alongside them and you’ll find yourself surrounded by a mix of colonial and beaux-arts architecture, exciting shops, and cultural institutions.

• Where you’ll stay: Stay near some of the city’s top attractions at Park Inn by Radisson San José, which also offers free breakfast and WiFi.
• Must-see museums: The Gold Museum and the Jade Museum center around two of the most valuable commodities in the pre-Columbian cultures of Mexico and South America.
• Try tasty local specialties such as fried plantains and sugarcane brandy at San José’s central market. You’ll also find handcrafted jewelry and leather goods, which make great souvenirs.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. From what airport does the deal depart? How much does it cost to fly from a city that isn’t included in the deal options? Deal options with 3-letter airport codes depart from that specific airport. Deal options with full city names depart from an airport that is assigned at time of redemption with the tour operator. Departures from airports that are not included in the deal options may be available (and may cost more). Call Travel by Jen at 1-800-603-3178 for pricing from any airport that isn’t listed on the Groupon Getaways deal page.

2. How do I find out if the dates I want to travel are available? To check the availability of specific dates within the option you would like to purchase, please call us at 1-800-603-3178.

3. Do I need to buy a Groupon for my child? No, this offer is for adults 18 and older only.

4. Can the person I’m traveling with fly from a different city? As long as you are sharing a hotel room, the two people traveling together may fly from any city.

5. What happens if I buy the Groupon and my travel dates are not available? We will do everything we can to accommodate the dates you wish to travel. In the event that we are unable to do so, the “Groupon Promise” allows you to refund your voucher.

6. Is this deal priced per person? What does “per person, based on double occupancy” mean? Prices are per person based on a minimum of 2 passengers booking together and sharing a hotel room. Each traveler must purchase a Groupon Voucher. Solo travelers must pay a single room supplement fee of $599 directly to Travel by Jen, as no room matching program is available. If you have further questions, please call us at 1-800-603-3178.

7. Is the price advertised available on every date? Airfare subject to availability. Additional fees may apply for some departure dates. Contact Travel by Jen for details.

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