Costa Rica Bike Tour
Costa Rica's Volcanoes & Tropical Pura Vida
From $3,398 - $3,899 pp dbl. occ. | 6 days / 5 nights
(+$1,230 for sgl. occ.)
Internal air: $340
Consider some of the best days of your life—and include this week in Costa Rica. You'll bike amid enchanting scenery. Soak in hot springs, hike in a tropical dry forest, bliss out on a beach and marvel at that majestic volcano. Love those papaya batidos. Be greeted by howler monkeys! Six incredible days that will never be forgotten.
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Costa Rica
Start/End San José
Highlights
- Bike past thriving rain forests, breathtaking waterfalls, captivating villages and farming hamlets
- Ride in the shadow of imposing Arenal Volcano after a boat ride across its beautiful sister lake
- Rejuvenate in hot springs in a jungle oasis full of lush palms, colorful tree-clinging bromeliads and verdant ferns
- Experience Costa Rica from a bird's-eye view by zip line or suspended bridges in the rain forest
Costa Rica
Start/End San José
Itinerary
Day 1 Meet our longtime local friends, who introduce you to the pura vida lifestyle that defines the Tico culture | Ride on undulating roads through rain forests, over rivers, past fruit groves and farming hamlets | Clouds willing, the views of Arenal Volcano will be impressive! | Cool off with a refreshing fruit drink in La Fortuna.
Day 2 Take in majestic Arenal Volcano on a boat ride across Lake Arenal | Pedal part of the Vuelta del Lago bike race route | Sweet music to your ears? Listen for the call of howler monkeys as you venture across a network of hanging bridges high in the rain forest canopy | Soak in hot springs amid palms, bromeliads and ferns.
Day 3 Pedal rolling roads flanked by papaya, pineapple and yucca plantations | Hop off the saddle to explore a local art gallery | The afternoon is yours to do as you choose—more biking, a zip-line adventure through the jungle canopy or a visit to the spa, perhaps?
Days 4-6 A scenic flight whisks us to the Nicoya Peninsula | Pedal through the province of Guanacaste, with spectacular views of the mountains and the Gulf of Nicoya | Enjoy ocean breezes on a private boat ride to Bahia Ballena | Ride to Curú Biological Reserve, keeping your eyes open for scarlet macaws and spider monkeys | Bask by the spring-fed swimming pool, hike through a tropical dry forest, do some yoga or lounge on the beach.
The earlier you book, the more choice you'll have and the lower your price. And you can always change your mind — you won't be charged to transfer to a different trip before your final payment is due. View cancellation policy.
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C Classic Dates
2018 November
2018 December
2019 April
2019 November
2019 December
Gather your favorite people to share a Backroads adventure on a ready-to-book Private Trip - featuring all the legendary Backroads hallmarks from expert leaders to unforgettable activities. You can pick from the selection of dates below for your group of 8 or more. If your party has fewer than 8 guests, or your preferred date is not available, we'll create a departure just for you. Call or email us to reserve your date.
2018 Private Trip Pricing
- 10 or more guests: from $3,398 pp dbl occ
- 8 - 9 guests: from $3,898 pp dbl occ
2019 Private Trip Pricing
- 10 or more guests: from $3,699 pp dbl occ
- 8 - 9 guests: from $4,299 pp dbl occ
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C Couples, Friends & Solos Tours
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The sky’s the limit! Tell us what your dream trip would be and we'll make it happen! Whether you're looking for a honeymoon trip for 2, a 30-person family reunion or a 100-person corporate trip, we can do it all. A dedicated Custom Trip Consultant will work closely with you to bring your dreams to reality. Call us at 800-462-2848 to speak with your Custom Trip Consultant or click on the button below.
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