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Your Costa Rica Holiday
Choose a holiday package to Costa Rica and make planning your getaway easy. With the logistics arranged before you leave, you can focus on enjoying every minute in this amazing destination. A well-thought-out itinerary is essential for your trip to Costa Rica. San José, Sardinal and La Fortuna are a few of the leading cities here. Expedia has hotels, flights, car rentals and more to help you organise your very own tailored Costa Rica holiday today.
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“Pura vida” (or the “simple life”) is more than just a saying in Costa Rica — it’s a way of living. This Central American country is one of the happiest in the world.
Costa Rica Hotel + Flights
You have loads of choices when it comes to finding a place to stay in Costa Rica. There are 14,097 hotels listed on Expedia starting at £63 a night. But if you’d rather put your money toward unforgettable experiences, combine your hotel and flight and save with our Costa Rica Holiday Packages. You can also add a rental car and activities to your booking — do your holiday your way, for a whole lot less. Natural gems like Manuel Antonio National Park are waiting to be discovered on our expert-guided tours.
Your Costa Rica Holiday Itinerary
Day 1: Most travellers fly into Juan Santamaria International Airport, just outside San José. Drop off your bags at your hotel before exploring downtown San José, including Mercado Central and the historic neighbourhood of Barrio Amón.
Day 2-4: Book a rental car and drive north for around three hours to La Fortuna. This is the base for exploring Arenal Volcano National Park. Continue to Monteverde and explore its mystical Cloud Forest Reserve, zip line parks and suspension bridges.
Day 5-6: Next stop, Manuel Antonio National Park. Keep your eyes peeled for sloths and the resplendent but elusive quetzal bird.
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Join in the longest party of the year, Palmares Festival. Held over two weeks in January, this carnival-style celebration features concerts, bullfights (no bloodshed), horse parades and more.
Spending most of your time in and around the capital of Costa Rica? Check out our San José Holiday Packages.
If you’re in the mood to really kick back and relax during your getaway, stay at one of our All Inclusive holidays in Costa Rica.
Top Holiday Destinations in Costa Rica
Caribbean Coast holidays boast white-sand beaches and a bounty of water sports
Costa Rica's eastern coast is the Caribbean coast where you can enjoy white sandy beaches as well as the clear turquoise water. It's easy to relax on the beach, but you'll still find plenty of adventures to enjoy if you're looking for a more active experience. Surfing, swimming and snorkelling are quite common, and you'll also find opportunities for diving if you're feeling brave.
South Pacific Coast holiday packages bring you to a hidden gem with quiet beaches and a lush rainforest
The South Pacific Coast of Costa Rica is one of the least visited regions in the country, which is a shame because it has some truly incredible features. You'll find some of the most tranquil beaches in the country along with a vibrant rainforest that comprises most of the inland region. Additionally, the lack of serious crowds here makes it one of the best places in the country to relax.
Breathtaking views and diverse wildlife are among the highlights of a Manuel Antonio holiday
Manuel Antonio National Park is home to breathtaking natural beauty and adventures to enjoy including a dense rainforest with well-kept walking trails and 3 distinct iconic beaches. The wildlife here is also quite impressive and diverse letting you see some incredible animals along the way. The views are picturesque no matter where you are with colour and life in every direction.
Find package deals for an outdoor-adventure holiday to Tamarindo
Tamarindo is an iconic beach town that lets you indulge all your desires for watersports. It's most widely known for its surfing opportunities, as the waves here tend to be perfect for those looking to ride the board. Of course, you'll also find opportunities for sailing and snorkelling. Outside of the water, you can enjoy ziplining and even volcano hikes thanks to the mountain in the area.
Costa Rica Essential Information
Language | Spanish |
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Currency | Costa Rican colóns |
Local Welcome | ¡Hola! |
Local Goodbye | Adiós |
Closest Airport | Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) |
Population | 4,872,200 |
Top Sights | Arenal Volcano National Park, Coco Beach and Jaco Beach |
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Coco Beach
Explore the depths of the ocean with your snorkel and fly through the treetops of the jungle on a zip line in this picturesque beach town.
Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve
Enjoy a trip to Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve and popular activities such as hiking in Monteverde. Amble around the area's lush forest or seek out the local tours.
Rincón de la Vieja Volcano National Park
See crater-filled mountains and hot sulfurous mud pits edged by lush tropical forest in this park filled with tropical plants and animals.
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