19 days in Costa Rica Itinerary
Created using Klarna Trips Costa Rica journey planner
Start: Montreal
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Tamarindo
— 2 nights
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Playa Samara
— 2 nights
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Jaco
— 3 nights
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Manuel Antonio
— 4 nights
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La Fortuna de San Carlos
— 4 nights
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Playas del Coco
— 3 nights
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End: Montreal
Mon, Jul 3 - Fri, Jul 21
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Tamarindo — 2 nights
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You'll discover tucked-away gems like Black Stallion Eco Park & Estates and Off-Road Tours. Escape the urban bustle at Fishing Charters & Tours and Playa Avellana. There's more to do: indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas.
To find ratings, other places to visit, maps, and tourist information, refer to the Tamarindo trip itinerary planner.
Montreal, Canada to Tamarindo is an approximately 8.5-hour flight. You can also drive. You'll gain 1 hour traveling from Montreal to Tamarindo due to the time zone difference. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 5th (Wed) early enough to drive to Playa Samara.
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Montreal, Canada to Tamarindo is an approximately 8.5-hour flight. You can also drive. You'll gain 1 hour traveling from Montreal to Tamarindo due to the time zone difference. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 5th (Wed) early enough to drive to Playa Samara.
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Playa Samara — 2 nights
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Kick off your visit on the 6th (Thu): look for all kinds of wild species at Wildlife Areas and then see Off-Road Tours. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 7th (Fri): tour the pleasant surroundings at Playa Guiones and then trot along with a tour on horseback.
For more things to do, maps, other places to visit, and other tourist information, you can read our Playa Samara attractions website.
You can drive from Tamarindo to Playa Samara in 2 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Fri) early enough to travel to Jaco.
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You can drive from Tamarindo to Playa Samara in 2 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Fri) early enough to travel to Jaco.
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Jaco — 3 nights
Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Carara National Park and Nature & Wildlife Tours. Get outdoors at Costa Rica Dreams Sportfishing and Off-Road Tours. There's much more to do: explore the galleries of Tico Pod Art House & Gifts, look for gifts at Dantica Gallery, and take in the views from Tarcoles Bridge.
To find reviews, photos, maps, and other tourist information, use the Jaco trip planner.
You can drive from Playa Samara to Jaco in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and ferry; or drive; or take a bus. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 10th (Mon) so you can go by car to Manuel Antonio.
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You can drive from Playa Samara to Jaco in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and ferry; or drive; or take a bus. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 10th (Mon) so you can go by car to Manuel Antonio.
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Manuel Antonio — 4 nights
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Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Jackpot Sport Fishing and Uvita Beach. Take a break from the city and head to Safari Adventures and Horseback Riding Tours. Get out of town with these interesting Manuel Antonio side-trips: Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary (in Dominical) and Rainmaker Park (in Parrita). And it doesn't end there: relax and rejuvenate at Raindrop Spa, walk around Parque Nahomi, and stroll through Playa Biesanz.
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Drive from Jaco to Manuel Antonio in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Cap off your sightseeing on the 14th (Fri) early enough to go by car to La Fortuna de San Carlos.
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Drive from Jaco to Manuel Antonio in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Cap off your sightseeing on the 14th (Fri) early enough to go by car to La Fortuna de San Carlos.
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La Fortuna de San Carlos — 4 nights
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Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Bogarin Trail and Arenal 1968 Volcano View & Trails. Get in touch with nature at Butterfly Conservatory - Arenal and Nature & Wildlife Tours. Next up on the itinerary: add some adventure to your tour with a kayaking and canoeing tour, see Off-Road Tours, witness a stunning natural landmark at Paradise Hot Springs, and Head underground at Venado Caves.
For ratings, other places to visit, reviews, and tourist information, go to the La Fortuna de San Carlos travel route planner.
Traveling by car from Manuel Antonio to La Fortuna de San Carlos takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a shuttle; or take a bus. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 18th (Tue) so you can go by car to Playas del Coco.
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Traveling by car from Manuel Antonio to La Fortuna de San Carlos takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a shuttle; or take a bus. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 18th (Tue) so you can go by car to Playas del Coco.
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Playas del Coco — 3 nights
Coco Beach
Kick off your visit on the 19th (Wed): tour the pleasant surroundings at Playa Hermosa and then see some colorful creatures with a scuba or snorkeling tour. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: stroll through Hacienda El Viejo Wetlands and then experience rural life at Cafe Tio Leo.
For more things to do, ratings, and tourist information, read Playas del Coco travel tool.
Getting from La Fortuna de San Carlos to Playas del Coco by car takes about 3 hours. Other options: take a shuttle; or do a combination of taxi and bus. You'll set off for home on the 21st (Fri).
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Getting from La Fortuna de San Carlos to Playas del Coco by car takes about 3 hours. Other options: take a shuttle; or do a combination of taxi and bus. You'll set off for home on the 21st (Fri).
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Costa Rica travel guide
Tiny in terms of land area, Costa Rica is astoundingly diverse when it comes to culture and natural attractions. In a country called "Rich Coast", it's no surprise most Costa Rica vacations dedicate at least a few days to picturesque Pacific and Caribbean beaches, ideal for water sports and relaxation. Few small countries offer such a range of landscapes, allowing tourists to observe towering volcanoes while soaking away their worries in a hot spring, or hike into dense rainforests in the morning and surf at a modern resort in the afternoon. A trip to Costa Rica also lets you discover pristine national parks, ensuring plenty of chances to view wildlife from the comfort of eco-friendly lodges packed with amenities even ardent nature lovers secretly desire.
