24 days in Ecuador & Costa Rica Itinerary
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Start: Hamburg, Germany
Fly
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Quito, Ecuador
— 1 night
Fly to Baltra Island, Fly to Puerto Villamil
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Puerto Villamil, Ecuador
— 3 nights
Ferry
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Puerto Ayora, Ecuador
— 4 nights
Ferry
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Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, Ecuador
— 5 nights
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Drive to San Cristóbal Airport, Fly to Juan Santamaría International Airport, Drive to Jaco
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Jaco, Costa Rica
— 1 night
Drive
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Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica
— 2 nights
Drive
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Tortuguero, Costa Rica
— 1 night
Drive
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La Fortuna de San Carlos, Costa Rica
— 4 nights
Drive
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Monteverde, Costa Rica
— 1 night
Taxi to Naranjo, Fly to Hamburg
End: Hamburg, Germany
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Quito, Ecuador — 1 night
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Light of America
Start off your visit on the 22nd (Sat): stop by Yumbos Chocolate, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Fundacion Iglesia de la Compania, and then admire the landmark architecture of Iglesia y Convento de San Francisco. Here are some ideas for day two: get impressive views of Pululahua Geobotanical Reserve, get engrossed in the history at Museo Templo del Sol Pintor Ortega Maila, and then don't miss a visit to Mitad Del Mundo.
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Hamburg, Germany to Quito is an approximately 17-hour flight. The time zone changes from Central European Standard Time to Ecuador Time, which is usually a -6 hour difference. In July, daily temperatures in Quito can reach 26°C, while at night they dip to 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 23rd (Sun) to allow time to travel to Puerto Villamil.
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Hamburg, Germany to Quito is an approximately 17-hour flight. The time zone changes from Central European Standard Time to Ecuador Time, which is usually a -6 hour difference. In July, daily temperatures in Quito can reach 26°C, while at night they dip to 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 23rd (Sun) to allow time to travel to Puerto Villamil.
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Puerto Villamil, Ecuador — 3 nights
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Puerto Villamil is known for nature, parks, and sightseeing. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: get impressive views of Sierra Negra, enjoy the sand and surf at Playa Puerto Villamil, glide peacefully along the water with some of the best stand-up paddleboarding in the area, and step off the mainland to explore Turtle Island.
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Fly from Quito to Puerto Villamil in 5.5 hours. Traveling from Quito to Puerto Villamil, you'll gain 1 hour due to the time zone difference. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 26th (Wed) to allow time to ride a ferry to Puerto Ayora.
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Fly from Quito to Puerto Villamil in 5.5 hours. Traveling from Quito to Puerto Villamil, you'll gain 1 hour due to the time zone difference. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 26th (Wed) to allow time to ride a ferry to Puerto Ayora.
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Puerto Ayora, Ecuador — 4 nights
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Puerto Ayora is known for parks, wildlife, and nature. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: stroll through Charles Darwin Research Station, indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas, kick back and relax at Playa de los Alemanes, and explore the striking landscape at Las Grietas.
To see more things to do, other places to visit, and other tourist information, refer to the Puerto Ayora tour planning app.
Ride a ferry from Puerto Villamil to Puerto Ayora in 3.5 hours. The time zone changes from Galapagos Time (GALT) to Ecuador Time (ECT), which is usually a 1 hour difference. In July, daytime highs in Puerto Ayora are 31°C, while nighttime lows are 25°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 30th (Sun) so you can catch the ferry to Puerto Baquerizo Moreno.
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To see more things to do, other places to visit, and other tourist information, refer to the Puerto Ayora tour planning app.
Ride a ferry from Puerto Villamil to Puerto Ayora in 3.5 hours. The time zone changes from Galapagos Time (GALT) to Ecuador Time (ECT), which is usually a 1 hour difference. In July, daytime highs in Puerto Ayora are 31°C, while nighttime lows are 25°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 30th (Sun) so you can catch the ferry to Puerto Baquerizo Moreno.
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Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, Ecuador — 5 nights
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Spend the 31st (Mon) exploring nature at Cerro Tijeretas. There's much more to do: see what you can catch with Eco-Challenger Galapagos Tour Agency, stroll through Puerto Chino Beach, enjoy the sand and surf at La Loberia, and make a trip to Kicker Rock.
To see traveler tips, reviews, and other tourist information, refer to the Puerto Baquerizo Moreno trip itinerary maker app.
Traveling by ferry from Puerto Ayora to Puerto Baquerizo Moreno takes 3.5 hours. In July, daytime highs in Puerto Baquerizo Moreno are 31°C, while nighttime lows are 25°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Fri) early enough to travel to Jaco.
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Traveling by ferry from Puerto Ayora to Puerto Baquerizo Moreno takes 3.5 hours. In July, daytime highs in Puerto Baquerizo Moreno are 31°C, while nighttime lows are 25°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Fri) early enough to travel to Jaco.
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Jaco, Costa Rica — 1 night
Kick off your visit on the 5th (Sat): scramble along the landscape with a canyoning and rapelling tour, then get outside with Outdoor Activities, and then snap pictures at Tarcoles Bridge.
To find more things to do, where to stay, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read our Jaco online attractions planner.
The Route module can help you plan travel from Puerto Baquerizo Moreno to Jaco. The time zone difference when traveling from Puerto Baquerizo Moreno to Jaco is minus 1 hour. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Manuel Antonio.
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To find more things to do, where to stay, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read our Jaco online attractions planner.
The Route module can help you plan travel from Puerto Baquerizo Moreno to Jaco. The time zone difference when traveling from Puerto Baquerizo Moreno to Jaco is minus 1 hour. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Manuel Antonio.
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Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica — 2 nights
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On the 6th (Sun), stroll through Playa Manuel Antonio and then paddle through the water with a kayaking and canoeing tour. Keep things going the next day: stroll around Parque Nahomi, then surround yourself with nature on a nature and wildlife tour, and then see Off-Road Tours.
To find out how to plan a trip to Manuel Antonio, use our trip itinerary maker.
Traveling by car from Jaco to Manuel Antonio takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 7th (Mon) so you can go by car to Tortuguero.
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Traveling by car from Jaco to Manuel Antonio takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 7th (Mon) so you can go by car to Tortuguero.
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Tortuguero, Costa Rica — 1 night
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Costa Rica's Amazon
Start off your visit on the 8th (Tue): explore the striking landscape of Tortuguero National Park.
To find traveler tips, ratings, reviews, and more tourist information, you can read our Tortuguero journey builder site.
Drive from Manuel Antonio to Tortuguero in 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and taxi; or do a combination of bus and ferry. In August, plan for daily highs up to 35°C, and evening lows to 26°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to La Fortuna de San Carlos.
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Drive from Manuel Antonio to Tortuguero in 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and taxi; or do a combination of bus and ferry. In August, plan for daily highs up to 35°C, and evening lows to 26°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to La Fortuna de San Carlos.
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La Fortuna de San Carlos, Costa Rica — 4 nights
La Fortuna de San Carlos is known for nature, adventure, and parks. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: get a new perspective on things with Boat Tours & Water Sports, take in the natural beauty of Ecotermales Fortuna, stroll through La Fortuna Arenal Volcano Rain Forest Reserve, and get engrossed in the history at ChocoMuseo La Fortuna.
For ratings, other places to visit, where to stay, and other tourist information, use the La Fortuna de San Carlos trip itinerary planning app.
You can drive from Tortuguero to La Fortuna de San Carlos in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a shuttle; or do a combination of taxi and bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Sat) so you can drive to Monteverde.
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For ratings, other places to visit, where to stay, and other tourist information, use the La Fortuna de San Carlos trip itinerary planning app.
You can drive from Tortuguero to La Fortuna de San Carlos in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a shuttle; or do a combination of taxi and bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Sat) so you can drive to Monteverde.
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Monteverde, Costa Rica — 1 night
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Start off your visit on the 13th (Sun): stroll through Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve and then stroll through Ranario Monteverde Frog Pond.
To find more things to do, maps, reviews, and more tourist information, refer to the Monteverde journey builder app.
Drive from La Fortuna de San Carlos to Monteverde in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 13th (Sun) to allow enough time to travel back home.
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Drive from La Fortuna de San Carlos to Monteverde in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 13th (Sun) to allow enough time to travel back home.
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With abundant opportunities to discover fascinating World Heritage Sites, a holiday in Ecuador remains among the most culturally enriching travel experiences. Home to the world's highest active volcano, this little country packs a big punch when it comes to tourist activities. Some of the most popular things to do in Ecuador include visits to its astonishingly biodiverse wilderness areas, home to some 1,500 bird species, 840 species of amphibians and reptiles, and nearly 20,000 plant species. Of course, the highlight of many Ecuador vacations is bound to be the Galapagos Islands, made famous by naturalist Charles Darwin. Aside from the stunning nature, Ecuador also boasts many historic cities filled with photogenic colonial-era churches, mansions, and plazas.
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.
