Costa Rica and Panama

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9 or 12 days

Guanacaste, Arenal region, Alajuela, Panama City, Extension to Colombia

Journey into the heart of Central America as you experience Costa Rica and Panama. Begin in Costa Rica, where you’ll discover the volcanic Arenal Region and the rich wildlife of the Rincón de la Vieja National Park in Guanacaste. During your time in Panama, explore the area’s abundant flora and fauna at the Biomuseo and see one of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World, the Panama Canal.

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Day 1: Fly to Costa Rica

Meet your Tour Director at the airport

Travel to Guanacaste

Day 2: Guanacaste

Visit Rincón de la Vieja National Park

Enjoy a snorkeling activity

Day 3: Guanacaste • Arenal region

Travel to the Arenal region

Enjoy the rainforest from the unique perspective of a zipline through the canopy (For safety reasons, weight and size restrictions may apply)

Day 4: Arenal region

Enjoy a kayaking trip on Lake Arenal

Visit La Fortuna Waterfall

Visit the Arenal hot springs

Day 5: Arenal region • Sarapiquí • Alajuela

Travel via Sarapiquí to Alajuela

Enjoy a whitewater rafting excursion

Day 6: Alajuela • San José • Panama City

Travel to San José

Fly to Panama City

Enjoy a walking tour of Cinta Costera

Day 7: Panama City

Take a guided tour of Casco Viejo

Enjoy some beach time in the historic El Palmar region

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Surfing lesson

Learn to surf on the white sand beaches of one of Panama’s premier surfing locations. Here, an instructor will teach you how to stand on your board as well as how to paddle and pass waves. Once in the water, you'll have the chance to surf by yourself under the supervision of your instructor.

Day 8: Panama City • Gatun Lake

Take a boat ride on Gatun Lake in the Panama Canal where you will learn about the different species on Monkey Island

Visit the Biomuseo

Visit the Miraflores Visitor Center at the Panama Canal

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Folklore evening

Opt to spend the evening learning about the rich cultural traditions of the region over a traditional Panamanian dinner. After dinner, an interactive dance show will make this a night to remember.

Day 9: Depart for home

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Day 9: Panama City • Cartagena

Fly to Cartagena, Colombia

Take a walking tour of Cartagena

Day 10: Cartagena

Take a guided tour of historic Cartagena

With your expert local guide you will visit:

Convento de la Popa
San Felipe de Barajas Castle

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Cooking Class in Cartagena

Dive into the delicious flavors of classic Colombian dishes. An expert local chef will introduce you to local ingredients, take you through the preparation, and explain the varied styles that make up Colombian cuisine. Then, sit down to dine and enjoy your the fruits of your labor.

Day 11: Cartagena • Barú Island

Take a day trip to the beach at Barú Island

Enjoy lunch on the beach

Enjoy a dinner experience that includes traditional music or dancing

Day 12: Depart for home