Arenal Volcano, Monteverde & Tamarindo Self-Drive
An 8-day Costa Rica road trip through volcanic landscapes, cloud forests and the beaches of Guanacaste.
Trip code: 999
8 days / 7 nights Tour starts San Jose Tour ends Liberia
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Overview
Experience the freedom of the open road on an unforgettable self-drive adventure across Costa Rica.
After arriving at San José International Airport, collect your rental car and travel to Arenal Volcano. Rising above the surrounding rainforest, Arenal is Costa Rica’s youngest volcano and one of the country’s most impressive natural landmarks.
Continue to Monteverde, home to the celebrated Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve. Its cool mountain climate, mist-covered forest and remarkable biodiversity make it one of Costa Rica’s most distinctive destinations.
Your journey concludes in Tamarindo, one of Guanacaste’s best-known beach towns. Enjoy its golden sands, warm Pacific waters, beautiful sunsets and excellent surfing conditions before driving to Liberia International Airport for your return flight.
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Self-DriveCouplesAdventure SeekersNature LoversWildlife FansBeach & SurfRoad TrippersPhotography
Itinerary
What you’ll do each day, with your included hotel — or upgrade any stay.
Arrive at San José International Airport and collect your rental car. Begin your Costa Rica road trip with a scenic drive north to the Arenal region.
As you travel away from the capital, the urban landscape gradually gives way to small towns, farmland and tropical vegetation. On arrival, check in at your locally selected hotel and enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure.
Driving time: Approximately 2 hours and 37 minutes
Overnight: Arenal Volcano region
Days 1–4 IncludedChateau Arenal
Recommended nights Fully flexible
3
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IncludedChateau Arenal
Selected
Arenal Roca Lodge
Hotel Arenal Lodge
Sangregado Lodge
Tabacon Thermal Resort & Spa
Arenal Kioro Suites & Spa
Rental car
SAN JOSE 8 days
SUZUKI SWIFT
IncludedEconomy · NATIONAL
Automatic 4 2 Bags A/C
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Why You'll Love This Trip
- Drive at your own pace with a rental car included
- Three iconic destinations in one trip — volcano, cloud forest and beach
- Wake up beside an active volcano for three nights
- Walk the mist-covered trails of Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve
- End each evening with Pacific sunsets in Tamarindo
- Fly into San José and out of Liberia — no doubling back
- A natural pace with buffer days so you're never rushed
What's Included
- Rental car for eight days
- Rental-car collection at San José International Airport
- Rental-car return at Liberia International Airport
- Three hotel nights in the Arenal Volcano region
- Two hotel nights in Monteverde
- Two hotel nights in Tamarindo
- Total of seven hotel nights
What's Excluded
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses & tips
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