LAND PORTION Jan 09, 2018: FLY TO SAN JOSE, COSTA RICA [D] Depart Canada and fly to San Jose, Costa Rica and transfer to hotel. WELCOME TO COSTA RICA! Jan 10, 2018: SAN JOSE, COSTA RICA [B/L/D] Depart after breakfast for farm tours that specialize in carrots for the North American market as well as cabbage, potatoes, onion, strawberries and flowers. Following lunch return to the hotel in time to enjoy the facilities and the wonderful gardens. Jan 11, 2018: TORTUGUERO VILLAGE, COSTA RICA [B/L/D] Depart the hotel early, stopping enroute for breakfast. At the river dock, take a boat down the river and canals to Tortuguero National Park. Upon arrival at the lodge, check in then have lunch. The afternoon is free to relax and enjoy the pools or an optional visit of the local village. Later, take a guided nature walk before dinner. This portion of the Caribbean Sea beach is where the Green Turtles come annually to lay their eggs. Jan 12, 2018: TORTUGUERO NATIONAL PARK, COSTA RICA [B/L/D] The only way to see the National Park is from a boat. Early in the morning, depart the lodge to search for wildlife before the day gets too warm. Return to the lodge for breakfast and a chance to use the pools and relax before departing once more in the afternoon to travel the canals and wetlands in search of more wildlife. Return to the lodge for a happy hour and dinner. Jan 13, 2018: ARENAL, COSTA RICA [B/L/D] This morning, travel back up river to the dock where the bus will be waiting to take you to La Fortuna in the Arenal area. After lunch, a stop will be made at a local market that sells the fruits produced in the area such as pineapple, bananas, sugar cane and mangos. Enjoy a 3-night stay at the four star Royal Corins Hotel & Spa where each room has fantastic views of the volcanic coned Arenal, (weather permitting) and pool area. Jan 14, 2018: TABACON HOT SPRINGS /ARENAL, COSTA RICA [B/L/D] Today’s visits include a local school that will include Folkloric Dancing by the children as well as a tractor and wagon ride to an organic farm that produces papaya, vegetables and other fruits. Make tortillas and enjoy a delicious Costa Rican lunch with entertainment. Later in the afternoon, visit to the Tabacon Hot Springs to enjoy these soothing hot mineral pools that flow along a river from the volcano. Dinner will be at the Tabacon Hot Springs before returning to the hotel. Jan 15, 2018: ARENAL NATIONAL PARK, COSTA RICA [B/F/D] This morning’s visit will include a coffee plantation with lunch. There will be time to shop in the town of La Fortuna on your own before returning to the hotel. In the afternoon, there is an optional hike planned along the base of the volcano. Those not able to hike can enjoy the hot soothing waters of the pools back at your hotel. Jan 16, 2018: MONTEVERDE, COSTA RICA [B/F/D] Today, transfer by boat to the other side of Arenal Lake and travel the country roads to Monteverde. There is some magnificent scenery enroute as well as a visit to the Brenes Family Coffee Farm with a light lunch before continuing to the hotel in the Santa Elena area for a 2-night stay and some fantastic sunset views. 17, 2018: MONTEVERDE, COSTA RICA [B/L/D] Land Package Includes Jan This morning visit the Selvatura Walkways. This is a 1.9 mile walking trail suspended in the Return Airfare from major North misty clouds high above the forest. For those not able to accomplish this walk can visit the American cities Hummingbird and Reptile Park instead. After a lunch, return to the hotel to enjoy an afternoon at leisure OR you may wish to book the optional Zip Line Tour. Deluxe Accommodations & Jan 18, 2018: ALL INCLUSIVE RESORT, COSTA RICA [B/L/D] Transportation Depart this morning, travelling to the Puntarenas region of Costa Rica for a 2-night stay at an ALL meals with juice & water at All-Inclusive beach resort. every meal Jan 19, 2018: ALL INCLUSIVE RESORT, COSTA RICA [B/L/D] This whole day is yours to relax and enjoy how you would choose. Farms / Markets / Village Tours Jan 20, 2018: END OF TOUR OR START OF PANAMA CANAL CRUISE [B] Canal Boat Rides / Lake Cruise/ Transfer to the San Jose Airport for your flight back to North America OR join the 8-day Hanging Bridges Panama Canal Cruise on adjacent page. Tortuguero National Park / Volcano National Park / Tabacon Hot Springs 2-Nights at an ALL INCLUSIVE Beach Resort PLUS Much More... Hosted by Lawrence & Loretta from Select Holidays
B-Breakfast; L-Lunch; F-Farm Meal; D-Dinner
Canadian Dollars Price per Person, Based on Double Occupancy From Plus $672.40
$7,480.00 Air, Land, & Government Taxes
* A portion of this land tour may be tax deductible to qualified farmers. Talk to your accountant.
7-DAY PANAMA CANAL CRUISE ADD-ON
Jan 20, 2018: “PASSAGE THOUGH PANAMA” CRUISE [B/L/D] A morning transfer from the All-Inclusive resort to Puerto Caldera to board the beautiful “Wind Star” to begin an 8-day cruise, transiting the Panama Canal, west to east. With only 148 guests, the “Wind Star” gives one the feeling of setting sail on your own private yacht. With teak decks and all staterooms with ocean views one feels pampered from the moment you step aboard. There is open seating dining, a spa, casino and library plus of course, a water sports platform. Jan 21, 2018: QUEPOS, COSTA RICA [B/L/D] The former banana-exporting town of Quepos is your basecamp for a day of rainforest adventure. Take a walk along trails that weave up to waterfalls, or ride horseback to a beautiful jungle pool. A float trip through a mangrove swamp populated by monkeys, crocodiles, egrets, and herons is also available. Or you may choose a nature walk through Manuel Antonio National Park, with its lovely beaches, easy trails, and abundant animal life. Jan 22, 2018: DAY AT SEA [B/L/D] Time to get to relax and enjoy the yacht. Jan 23, 2018: ISLA PARIDA, PANAMA [B/L/D] Located within a Nature Preserve of 50 islands, Isla Parida boasts magnificent white-sand beaches, one of which is over 1,300 feet long. The crystal clear waters stay at 82 degrees year round and are filled with marine life. Here you will be treated to a delicious barbecue hosted by Windstar on a secluded beach that faces the Pacific Ocean. (Weather permitting) Jan 24, 2018: DAY AT SEA [B/L/D] Another relaxing day at sea. Jan 25, 2018: BALBOA/FUERTE AMADOR, PANAMA [B/L/D] One of the entrances to the Panama Canal on the Pacific side, Balboa/Fuerte Amador was founded in 1519 and is a short distance from Panama City. In 2012 Balboa was ranked #1 in Latin America in the category of world's busiest container ports. Sightseeing highlights include the colonial homes, the Administration Building, and the local handicraft markets of traditional Panamanian crafts. Jan 26, 2018: PANAMA CANAL [B/L/D] One of the world’s most stunning feats of engineering, celebrating 102 years in operation. Three locks on the either end of the original canal lifts or lowers ships up to Gatun Lake, the largest freshwater, manmade lake in the world and supplying all the water needed for the locks. This transit of the canal is one of wonder and awe. Jan 27, 2018: COLON-PANAMA CITY [B/L/D] At the Port of Colon, Panama, disembark “Wind Star” and transfer to airport for return flight.
Price Per Person Cruise Only Starting From
$2,699.00 USD
Oceanview Stateroom / Double Occupancy * Port & Government Taxes additional cost
Ask about adding a Post-Cruise Package Including…. Panama Canal Lock Tour/ Panama City Tour / an ALL-INCLUSIVE Overnight Hotel Package Call for pricing & details
Responsibility & Liability Special Requests: Travelers requiring special needs such as accommodation, meals must place this request at time of reservation with Select Holidays. Select Holidays will do their utmost to accommodate these special requests, but cannot be held responsible if such requests are not fulfilled. Clients requesting special meals or services, are responsible to accept these meals or services as requested and as they are supplied. Optional Tours/Unused Services: Please be advised that if a client books any optional tour, which is not in the tour package, the traveler is then using the right of choosing. If the traveler diverts from the tour for any reason, Select Holidays will not make any refund for any unused portion of the tour package. Reservations/ Travel Documentation: All travelers will be required to fill out a “Passenger Information Form” and submit a clear copy of their valid passport, prior to travel documents being issued or completed. Travel documents will be sent to the booking Travel Agent or traveler (which ever applicable) two to three weeks prior to tour departure provided Select Holidays has received full payment and other tour regulations have been met. Fuel/Currency Surcharges: Select Holidays reserve the right to adjust pricing that may be imposed by motorcoach companies, airlines, cruise lines and/or other travel related suppliers. Should the international currency exchange rate change substantially, from the time the brochures are printed, Select Holidays reserves the right to add the additional surcharge to the client to cover any international currency exchange shortfalls.
General Information: Clients need to be aware that the roads and terrain in some areas of the countries visited will not always be what you may find back in North America. Meals times, services and menus may vary from what you may be used to in North America.
Deposit: 1st deposit: $1500.00 per person at time of booking 2nd deposit: $1500.00 by July 15, 2017 Final Payment: is due September 30, 2017 * If adding the cruise portion to the Costa Rica land tour, an additional deposit will be required PLUS final payment date may vary. Cancellation Fee: 91 days or prior: all deposits are non-refundable; 90 days – 0 days prior to departure: 100% non-refundable. Travelers shall not be entitled to any refund from Select Holidays for any portion of the trip not taken or used.
Travel is an excellent opportunity to experience different cultures and traditions of the countries visited and as such one needs to travel with an open and receptive mind.
Baggage Handling: Because of the heightened security measures at airports and at some hotels, Select Holidays is not responsible to handle any luggage and this becomes the responsibility of the travelers. Select Holidays is not responsible for lost luggage at either airports and/or hotel and such loss must be reported directly to airlines and/or hotel as applicable. Room Accommodation: Single: 1 person ~1 bed; Double: 2 persons sharing ~ 1 - 2 beds; Twin: 2 persons sharing ~ 2 beds; Triple: 3 persons sharing ~ 2 beds (extra charge for cot) Quad: 4 persons sharing ~ 2 beds.
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