Panama & Costa Rica Experience: Solo Travellers Tour

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Panama & Costa Rica Experience: Solo Travellers Tour
Itinerary
Fly to Panama City via Miami
Fly from London (regional connections available) to Panama City, via the US, with United Airlines.. Transfer to the Best Western Plus Panama Zen Hotel for 3 nights. (N) Meal basis: As per itinerary - B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner, N: No meals.
Panama City
Morning city tour including the ruins of old Panama and the historic colonial district . In the evening, enjoy a welcome dinner at a traditional restaurant. (B, D)
Panama Canal
Take a shared partial transit and cruise through the various locks of the Panama Canal. (B, L)
Fly to San José
Morning flight to San Jose and visit a coffee plantation on the slopes of the active Poas Volcano and, subject to volcanic activity, see its crater lake. Overnight at the Crowne Plaza Corobici Hotel. (B, L)
Tortuguero
Travel by shared overland transfer to Caño Blanco on the Caribbean coast. Take a boat ride along the backwaters that lead to Tortuguero, looking for wildlife en route. Stay at Pachira Lodge for 2 nights. (B, L, D)
Tortuguero
Full day of shared excursions exploring the tropical forest and waterways. (B, L, D)
La Selva Biological Station - Arenal
Return to Can~o Blanco by boat and drive to Arenal. En route, visit La Selva Biological Station to learn about the scientific and conservation work of the researchers and take a short walk in the protected rainforest surroundings. Stay 2 nights at Arenal Paraiso (or similar) with views of Arenal Volcano. (B, L)
Arenal
Morning tour of the circuit of trails and suspension bridges, which allow an up-close view of the rainforest floor and treetop canopy. Optional evening visit to the hot springs. (B)
Monteverde
Drive along the shores of Lake Arenal, taking in the spectacular views of the lake and its surroundings. Continue through the green mountains to Monteverde and stay 2 nights at Monteverde Country Lodge (or similar). (B)
Monteverde
Morning tour of the Monteverde cloud forest, a habitat for rare flora and fauna such as the colourful quetzal bird. Afternoon at leisure or take one of the optional excursions on offer, including a visit to the Santa Elena Reserve. (B)
Carara - Tarcoles
Drive to the central Pacific coast and visit Carara National Park, home to crocodiles, monkeys and scarlet macaws. Continue to Tarcoles and stay for 2 nights at the Villa Lapas Hotel (or similar). (B)
Manuel Antonio
Morning visit to Manuel Antonio for a walking tour of the national park, where the rainforest extends right down to the beautiful beaches. This small park is home to a surprising concentration of wildlife including sloths, iguanas, endangered squirrel monkeys and various colourful birds. In the evening enjoy a farewell dinner at a local restaurant near your hotel. (B, D)
Fly to London
Transfer to San José and fly to London via the US with United Airlines. (B)
Arrive London
Arrive in London (N).
Meal basis: As per itinerary - B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner, N: No meals.
Fly to Panama City via Miami
Fly from London (regional connections available) to Panama City, via the US, with United Airlines.. Transfer to the Best Western Plus Panama Zen Hotel for 3 nights. (N) Meal basis: As per itinerary - B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner, N: No meals.
Panama City
Morning city tour including the ruins of old Panama and the historic colonial district . In the evening, enjoy a welcome dinner at a traditional restaurant. (B, D)
Panama Canal
Take a shared partial transit and cruise through the various locks of the Panama Canal. (B, L)
Fly to San José
Morning flight to San Jose and visit a coffee plantation on the slopes of the active Poas Volcano and, subject to volcanic activity, see its crater lake. Overnight at the Crowne Plaza Corobici Hotel. (B, L)
Tortuguero
Travel by shared overland transfer to Caño Blanco on the Caribbean coast. Take a boat ride along the backwaters that lead to Tortuguero, looking for wildlife en route. Stay at Pachira Lodge for 2 nights. (B, L, D)
Tortuguero
Full day of shared excursions exploring the tropical forest and waterways. (B, L, D)
La Selva Biological Station - Arenal
Return to Can~o Blanco by boat and drive to Arenal. En route, visit La Selva Biological Station to learn about the scientific and conservation work of the researchers and take a short walk in the protected rainforest surroundings. Stay 2 nights at Arenal Paraiso (or similar) with views of Arenal Volcano. (B, L)
Arenal
Morning tour of the circuit of trails and suspension bridges, which allow an up-close view of the rainforest floor and treetop canopy. Optional evening visit to the hot springs. (B)
Monteverde
Drive along the shores of Lake Arenal, taking in the spectacular views of the lake and its surroundings. Continue through the green mountains to Monteverde and stay 2 nights at Monteverde Country Lodge (or similar). (B)
Monteverde
Morning tour of the Monteverde cloud forest, a habitat for rare flora and fauna such as the colourful quetzal bird. Afternoon at leisure or take one of the optional excursions on offer, including a visit to the Santa Elena Reserve. (B)
Carara - Tarcoles
Drive to the central Pacific coast and visit Carara National Park, home to crocodiles, monkeys and scarlet macaws. Continue to Tarcoles and stay for 2 nights at the Villa Lapas Hotel (or similar). (B)
Manuel Antonio
Morning visit to Manuel Antonio for a walking tour of the national park, where the rainforest extends right down to the beautiful beaches. This small park is home to a surprising concentration of wildlife including sloths, iguanas, endangered squirrel monkeys and various colourful birds. In the evening enjoy a farewell dinner at a local restaurant near your hotel. (B, D)
Fly to London
Transfer to San José and fly to London via the US with United Airlines. (B)
Arrive London
Arrive in London (N).
Meal basis: As per itinerary - B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner, N: No meals.
The Cox & Kings signature experiences
- Walking tour of stunning Manuel Antonio National Park
- Cruise along the Panama Canal
- View the Arenal volcano from your hotel
- Cruise the canals of Tortuguero
Important information
What's included
- Small group size - average 12 people (max 18)
- 3- & 4-star accommodation
- Twin / double rooms for single use
- Flexible - extensions & flight upgrades available
- International & internal flights
- Transfers in air-conditioned vehicles
- Experienced local tour guide in each country
- 12 breakfasts, 5 lunches & 4 dinners
- Welcome & farewell group dinners
- Guided sightseeing & entrance fees
- Porterage at hotels
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