Costa Rica - Worldwide - Just You Europe & Worldwide 2012

Costa Rica | wORldwidE My JUst yoU EXPERiENCE there was always something interesting to see and do. A lot of the trips were included and the optional ones were well worth going on. The `homework' had certainly been done and thought about before this Costa Rican holiday, congratulations to all concerned and a special thank you to Ann our Tour Manager." JEANETTE JONES Arenal "It was a fantastic holiday, so well organised, White-nosed Coati yoUR HotEls Typical of the hotels you will stay in are Gran Hotel Costa Rica in San José, Pachira lodge in Tortuguero; Volcano lodge in Arenal and Morgan's Cove Hotel in Jacó. Lodge accommodation is simple in style but comfortable enabling you to experience the real Costa Rica. Volcano Lodge and Morgan's Cove both have swimming pools. All rooms feature private facilities. Hotels will be confirmed in your final documents Tortuguero National Park day 6 arenal We journey by boat and road to Guįpiles, where we stop for lunch, before driving into the northern plains for a three night stay at the Volcano Lodge near Arenal. From the lodge there are direct views towards the active Arenal Volcano. Meals: B/L day 9 Jacó We leave Arenal early this morning for the drive to Jacó on Costa Rica's Central Pacific coast, where we stay for three nights. En route, we make a stop for an exciting tropical mangrove and crocodile safari boat tour on the Tarcoles River - home to one of the world's largest wild crocodile populations. Meals: B/L yoUR Holiday Holiday dEtails 11 nights' accommodation in your own room. Please see itinerary for included meals. 2012 datEs & PRiCEs Holiday REF: SLCOS 17 Sep 22 Oct £2749 £2649 26 Nov HEATHROW £2549 iNClUdEd EXCURsioNs · San José walking tour · Visit to a coffee plantation & Poįs Volcano · Visit to Tortuguero National Park canals & village day 7 arenal This morning you have the chance to take the optional canopy tour or the aerial tram excursion known as the Skytrek to get a birds eye view of the dense forests at Arenal. Enjoy a leisurely afternoon or join the late afternoon optional river float along the Peńas Blancas River. Meals: B/L day 10 Manuel antonio Today's included visit takes us to see the Manuel Antonio National Park on Costa Rica's Pacific coast. This unspoilt reserve is home to monkeys, toucans and many more wonderful creatures. We will take a guided walk along the trails through the park. You can then take time to stroll through the village or spend time relaxing on the beautiful forest-backed beaches. Meals: B · Tropical Mangrove Cruise & Crocodile Safari · Visit to Manuel Antonio National Park oPtioNal EXCURsioNs · Ecotermales Hot Springs · Culture day · Hanging bridges of Arenal · River float on Peńas Blancas River also iNClUdEd The services of an experienced Just You Tour Manager Use of an executive airport lounge on day 1 Welcome drink Farewell dinner Transfers & transportation as detailed FLIGHTS Iberia between Heathrow and San José via Madrid; departs 0725h / return arrival 1435h. Holiday Insurance please see page 123. Additional supplements may be applicable and you will be informed of these at the time of booking. Speak to a Holiday Advisor for flight upgrade options. also Fly FRoM Regional connecting flights are also available. Please see page 12 for details. day 8 arenal Day at leisure or take the option to get a taste of the local traditions and cultures. Watch a typical lunch being prepared on an original wood stove or take a ride on a tractor through the village and plantations to visit a school and a private home. We will have an opportunity to try activities such as making tortillas or preparing coffee the Costa Rican way. Lunch is included on excursion. In the late afternoon, we offer an optional excursion to Ecotermales Hot Springs close to Arenal Volcano. It is best seen on a clear night, when its warm hues contrast sharply against the dark sky. Meals: B day 11 Jacó Relax at leisure today or join one of the optional excursions on offer - perhaps choose to explore the Carara National Park and the many forest walks. Look out for Scarlet Macaws and other wildlife along the way. Meals: B/D day 12 san José/UK Return to San José and transfer to the airport for your return flight to the UK. Meals: B CUstoMER RatiNg YOUR HOLIDAY Customers rating excellent or good Sep 10 - Aug 11 day 13 UK Arrival in the UK. Your included meal guide B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner 97% Visit justyou.co.uk 99