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13 Highlights · 13 Days / 12 Nights · Fully Private & Customizable

Off the Beaten Path in Costa Rica

Your own guide, your own vehicle, and an itinerary shaped entirely around you.

13 Days / 12 Nights Up to 25 Guests Free Itinerary Changes Local Expert Guide

About This Tour

A two-week deep dive through Costa Rica's quieter corners — Sarapiquí's rainforest, the highlands of Turrialba and San Gerardo de Dota, and the Pacific coast around Manuel Antonio. Adapted from a self-drive itinerary — Voyzo runs this route with your own private driver and vehicle instead. The full route stays within Costa Rica, from San José through the northern rainforest, the central highlands, and the Pacific coast.

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Day-by-Day Itinerary

A private guide, driver, and vehicle for the entire trip, with hotels pre-arranged at every overnight stop — the pace and any optional stops can still be shaped around your group.

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Arrival

Arrival pickup at Juan Santamaría International Airport, San José.

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Day 1 — San José

Arrive and transfer to your accommodation in the capital, with time to sample local cuisine.

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Day 2 — Sarapiquí

Drive to Sarapiquí, dining at a riverside restaurant on arrival.

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Day 3 — Sarapiquí

Explore Tirimbina Rainforest via its canopy bridges, with options for river rafting, birdwatching, and a chocolate or coffee tour.

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Day 4 — Turrialba

A scenic drive across three provinces, ending with an evening meal featuring local cheese.

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Day 5 — Turrialba

Choose between an archaeological site, a coffee tour at the Golden Bean, or hiking a wildlife refuge.

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Day 6 — San Gerardo de Dota

Ascend through the mountains, stopping at Irazú Volcano and Cartago province en route.

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Day 7 — In Search of the Resplendent Quetzal

A guided cloud forest birdwatching tour focused on spotting the resplendent quetzal.

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Day 8 — Dominical

Drive to the Pacific coast and settle in near Dominical's beachside eateries.

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Day 9 — Coastal Costa Rica

Hike Playa Hermosa and explore Marino Ballena National Park, known for whale watching.

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Day 10 — Manuel Antonio

Visit Manuel Antonio National Park in search of scarlet macaws, with sunset cocktails to close the day.

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Day 11 — Pacific Coast at Leisure

Optional Carara National Park hike, a Tarcoles River crocodile tour, or simply time on the beach.

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Day 12 — Back to San José

A scenic drive back to the capital, with the evening free for its nightlife and architecture.

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Day 13 — Departure

Check out and drive to the airport for your onward flight.

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Departure

The trip ends in San José with a transfer to Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) for your departure flight.

What's Included

A private vehicle and driver, just for your group
A professional, knowledgeable local guide
Hotels and transport arranged for every day of the trip
Pacing and optional stops shaped around your group
All tolls, parking, and fuel

What's Not Included

Attraction admission tickets, unless noted as included
Meals and snacks
Gratuities for your guide or driver
Personal expenses

Why Book a Private Tour With Voyzo?

Your group only — never combined with strangers
Crowded 50+ seat group buses
Fully custom stops, built around you
A fixed script with no flexibility
Door-to-door pickup, wherever you're staying
Meeting at a fixed public meeting point
Direct, transparent pricing — no marketplace markup
Third-party booking fees

Important Information

Know Before You Book

  • Group size can range from 1 to 25 guests — we match the vehicle to your party.
  • Pricing depends on group size, vehicle, and tour length, and is confirmed after your quote request.
  • Tour duration is flexible — the times shown are a typical starting point.

Know Before You Go

  • We'll confirm your exact pickup time and vehicle details after booking.
  • Bring a camera, comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate layers.
  • Your arrival flight details are required to confirm the itinerary.

Special Requests

  • Mobility needs, dietary notes, or accessibility requirements? Let us know when requesting your quote and we'll arrange accordingly.
  • Traveling with young children or larger groups — just tell us, and we'll recommend the right vehicle.

Frequently Asked Questions

The route skips the busiest tourist circuit in favor of Sarapiquí, Turrialba, and San Gerardo de Dota before rejoining the Pacific coast at Manuel Antonio.
The original itinerary is self-drive; Voyzo instead provides a private driver and vehicle so you can follow the same route without renting a car.
San Gerardo de Dota is one of the most reliable places in the country for the resplendent quetzal, and Day 7 is built around a guided search for it.
Yes — at 13 days it's one of the longer routes Voyzo runs; sections like Turrialba or the Pacific coast leisure day can be shortened if you'd prefer a tighter trip.
Once your quote is accepted, we'll confirm your exact pickup time, vehicle, and driver details by email ahead of your tour date.
Yes — reach out to our team any time before your tour and we'll do our best to accommodate itinerary or schedule changes.

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