Tour Number: 1767712YH
Group Leader: Taryn Desmarteau
Requested Departure Date: 3/27/2017
Requested Return Date: 4/4/2017
Requested Departure Gateway: Portland (OR)

ABOUT EF

For over 55 years, we’ve dedicated ourselves to one global mission: Opening the World Through Education. Our programs help students expand their knowledge of the world around them, discover more about themselves, grow more confident and independent, and understand new people, places, and cultures.

9 days

The experience of a lifetime is waiting for you. Every detail from the cities you’ll stay in to the cultural discoveries you’ll make have been customized by your teacher for your group. Take a look at your personal itinerary for a sneak peek of what's in store.

  • Day 1: Fly to Nicaragua

    Meet your Tour Director at the airport

    Travel to Granada

  • Day 2: Granada

    Take a guided walking tour of Granada

    With your expert local guide you will see:

    • Cathedral and Parque Colón
    • La Plazuela de los Leones
    • Calle la Calzada
    • Merced Church

    Visit the Convento de San Francisco

    Enjoy a boat tour of Las Isletas

  • Day 3: Granada

    See Catarina Mirador

    Take a guided tour of the Masaya Crater and Volcano Museum

    See the Masaya craft market

  • Day 4: Granada • Guanacaste

    Travel to Guanacaste

  • Day 5: Guanacaste

    Visit Rincón de la Vieja National Park

    Enjoy a snorkeling activity

  • Day 6: Guanacaste • Arenal region

    Explore on your own or
    Add this in-depth excursion
    Canopy tour

    Canopy tour

    Zip lines unveil one of the planet’s most fascinating ecological systems from a unique perspective—from the tops of the trees! With local expert guides at your side to instruct you on safety protocol, you can decide which view you prefer—from below the trees or from above. 

    Note: This activity reaches heights of 90 feet and is not recommended for anyone with a fear of heights. Travelers must weigh under 220 lbs to participate.  

  • Day 7: Arenal region

    Enjoy a kayaking trip on Lake Arenal

    Visit La Fortuna Waterfall

    Visit the Arenal hot springs

  • Day 8: Arenal region • San José

    Travel via Poás to San José 

    Visit Poás Volcano
    Explore on your own or
    Add this in-depth excursion
    Folklore evening

    Folklore evening

     Opt to spend the evening learning about the rich cultural traditions of the region over a traditional Costa Rican dinner. After dinner, marimba music and entertainment by a local dance troupe will make this a night to remember. .

  • Day 9: Depart for home

  • Day 1: Fly to Nicaragua

    Meet your Tour Director at the airport

    Travel to Granada

  • Day 2: Granada

    Take a guided walking tour of Granada

    With your expert local guide you will see:

    • Cathedral and Parque Colón
    • La Plazuela de los Leones
    • Calle la Calzada
    • Merced Church

    Visit the Convento de San Francisco

    Enjoy a boat tour of Las Isletas

  • Day 3: Granada

    See Catarina Mirador

    Take a guided tour of the Masaya Crater and Volcano Museum

    See the Masaya craft market

  • Day 4: Granada • Guanacaste

    Travel to Guanacaste

  • Day 5: Guanacaste

    Visit Rincón de la Vieja National Park

    Enjoy a snorkeling activity

  • Day 6: Guanacaste • Arenal region

    Explore on your own or
    Add this in-depth excursion
    Canopy tour

    Canopy tour

    Zip lines unveil one of the planet’s most fascinating ecological systems from a unique perspective—from the tops of the trees! With local expert guides at your side to instruct you on safety protocol, you can decide which view you prefer—from below the trees or from above. 

    Note: This activity reaches heights of 90 feet and is not recommended for anyone with a fear of heights. Travelers must weigh under 220 lbs to participate.  

  • Day 7: Arenal region

    Enjoy a kayaking trip on Lake Arenal

    Visit La Fortuna Waterfall

    Visit the Arenal hot springs

  • Day 8: Arenal region • San José

    Travel via Poás to San José 

    Visit Poás Volcano
    Explore on your own or
    Add this in-depth excursion
    Folklore evening

    Folklore evening

     Opt to spend the evening learning about the rich cultural traditions of the region over a traditional Costa Rican dinner. After dinner, marimba music and entertainment by a local dance troupe will make this a night to remember. .

  • Day 9: Depart for home


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Total price

$2,795
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