Tropical Costa Rica with Optional 3-Night Jungle Adventure Post Tour Extension February 4 – 12, 2016
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Cupertino Senior Center presents… Tropical Costa Rica with Optional 3-Night Jungle Adventure Post Tour Extension February 4 – 12, 2016 Book Now & Save $100 Per Person For more information contact Kimberly Frey Cupertino Senior Center 408.777.3150 [email protected] 9 Days ● 14 Meals: 8 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 5 Dinners Book Now see please note section for details Double $2,915 * Book Now & Save Single $3,465; Triple $2,885 $ Regular rates (without Book Now & Save): 100 Per Person Double $3,015 Single $3,565; Triple $2,985 Included in Price: Round Trip Air from San Francisco Intl Airport, Air Taxes and Fees/Surcharges, Hotel Transfers, Gratuities **Air also available from San Jose Intl Airport, please add $50pp to the above rates. Not included in price: Cancellation Waiver and Insurance of $260 per person * All Rates are Per Person and are subject to change IMPORTANT CONDITIONS: Your price is subject to increase prior to the time you make full payment. Your price is not subject to increase after you make full payment, except for charges resulting from increases in government-imposed taxes or fees. Once deposited, you have 7 days to send us written consumer consent or withdraw consent and receive a full refund. (See registration form for consent.) 648840 Highlights… San Jose, Coffee Plantation, Guanacaste, Monteverde Cloud Forest, Hanging Bridges, Arenal Volcano, Lake Arenal Cruise, Cooking Demonstration, Cano Negro Refuge, Zarcero, National Theatre Day 1: Thursday, February 4, 2016 at your all-inclusive beachfront resort. San Jose, Costa Rica - Tour Begins (B, D) Lush forests and stunning Day 3: Saturday, February 6, 2016 waterfalls…exotic wildlife and Guanacaste Fun in the sun is in store endless coastlines…Costa Rica is for you as you enjoy this paradise. truly a slice of paradise. Your tour Explore the nearby town and beaches begins in the colorful capital city of or simply relax by the pool or beach San Jose. Upon arrival, relax and soak and take advantage of the amenities up the sights of your new offered at your lovely resort. (B, L, D) surroundings. Day 4: Sunday, February 7, 2016 Day 2: Friday, February 5, 2016 San Guanacaste - Monteverde You won’t Jose - Doka Coffee Estate - believe your eyes as you travel into Guanacaste Journey through the lush the secluded Monteverde Cloud countryside of the Central Valley to Forest, where trees grow to heights of the fertile region world-renowned for 100 feet! Upon arrival in Monteverde, its coffee. A tour of the Doka Coffee take a nature walk through this Estate highlights the history and spectacular ecosystem and encounter cultivation of coffee and its many incredible species of flora and importance to the Costa Rican fauna up-close. This forest is the home economy. This afternoon, arrive in the of the world’s largest population of Guanacaste region, known for its the endangered quetzal, celebrated for breathtaking beauty and fine sandy its gorgeous jewel-toned plumage. beaches. Here, rest and relaxation go Keep your eyes peeled and you may hand-in-hand with mesmerizing ocean be lucky enough to spot this elusive views and lush tropical greenery. bird! (B, D) Settle in for a relaxing two-night stay Day 5: Monday, February 8, 2016 breathtaking views of the volcano Monteverde Begin your day at await you. Be surrounded by Selvatura Park, a cloud forest reserve tranquility on a delightful cruise on in the heart of Monteverde. Venture Lake Arenal, the largest and most into an enchanting, colorful world as important lake in Costa Rica. Later, you explore one of the world’s largest check in for a two-night stay at a butterfly gardens with more than 30 typical lodge overlooking the majestic species of tropical butterflies. Next, be Arenal Volcano which has been dazzled in a nearby gallery containing generating lava for the past 30 years. more than 100 beautiful Before dinner, enjoy a cooking hummingbirds. Embark on a guided demonstration and learn how native, walking tour above the forest floor exotic vegetables and plants on a leisurely-paced “Hanging contribute to the unique flavors of Bridges” tour. Get a different Costa Rican cuisine. (B, D) perspective on the cloud forest’s Day 7: Wednesday, February 10, 2016 unique ecosystem, its mammals, Arenal - Cano Negro - Arenal Of all birds, plants and flora. This evening, Costa Rica’s nature preserves, the learn many interesting facts about the remote 20,000 acres of Cano Negro migratory birds that flock to Costa are home to the largest viewable Rica every year from a local expert. selection of indigenous wildlife. (B) Embark on a Cano Negro guided Day 6: Tuesday, February 9, 2016 river boat trip in a panga (covered Monteverde - Lake Arenal Cruise - canoe), stopping along the way to Arenal Discover the importance of observe and photograph the wildlife conservation in Costa Rica during a that surround you which may visit to a tree nursery and learn about include crocodiles, river otters, Monteverde’s reforestation efforts of sloths, river turtles, exotic birds and indigenous trees. Traverse through the rare butterflies, all known to live in beautiful mountainous landscapes of the area. The Arenal Volcano area is Monteverde to Arenal, where also known as the land of spas and hot springs. Later in the day you will have an opportunity to attain a state of complete relaxation with an optional Itinerary at a glance visit to one of the finest spas in the Day 1 Wyndham San Jose region. (B) Herradura Hotel, San Day 8: Thursday, February 11, 2016 Jose Arenal - Zarcero - Grecia - National Days 2, 3 RIU Resort Guanacaste, Theatre - San Jose Discover the Guanacaste charming town of Zarcero and visit its Days 4, 5 El Establo, Monteverde well-known whimsical topiary garden. Continue to the small, picturesque Days 6, 7 Arenal Springs Resort, town of Grecia to see the unusual Arenal metal church constructed of brick-red Day 8 Wyndham San Jose metal panes, walk the beautifully Herradura Hotel, San landscaped central park or shop at the Jose traditional local market. Later, visit Days 9, 10 Evergreen Lodge, San Jose’s colorful Plaza de Cultura Tortuguero and the National Theatre, a magnificent building of post-Baroque Day 11 Wyndham San Jose splendor. This evening enjoy a Herradura Hotel, San wonderful farewell dinner. (B, D) Jose Day 9: Friday, February 12, 2016 San On some dates alternate hotels may be Jose - Tour Ends Today you depart for used. home with fabulous memories of your adventure in Costa Rica. (B) For important reservation information visit https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/648840. You can also find this information on your tour documents. It! Monteverde Cloud Forest There are only four places in the world with an ecosystem so unique that it produces a cloud forest. The Monteverde Cloud Forest in Costa Rica is one. Situated high on a mountain, the cloud forest is created when the arid air from the forest below the mountain combines with the moist, hot air of the rainforest. The result is a blanket of misty, wispy clouds that linger low in the forest, making it feel as if it were raining. This rare environment breeds a diverse world of exotic flora and fauna. One of the cloud forest’s most famous residents is the endangered resplendent quetzal. A remarkably colorful bird, this creature sports a golden beak that protrudes from a green-hooded head. The breast is a vibrant scarlet and the tail feathers are gray, black and white. A highly-elusive bird, quetzal sightings are rare but absolutely unforgettable. Please Note: Most hotels/lodges utilized on this program Book Now rates valid until Aug 04, 2015, consist of two floors with no elevators. valid on air inclusive packages only. This tour includes moderate physical activity. Taxes/fees to be paid in local currency or USD The itinerary blends some longer days with upon exiting the country are approximately 32 shorter days and more leisure time. Walking USD. tours, as well as walking slightly longer To complete your tour, we include roundtrip distances, up stairs or on uneven walking airport-to-hotel transfers when purchasing surfaces should be expected. Collette airfare with your tour. If you have Air rate and schedule are applicable for groups arranged for your own air, we are pleased to of 10 or more traveling on the same flights and provide you the option of purchasing these dates. transfers. Please note that all transfers will leave at pre-scheduled times. A deposit of $250 per person due upon reservation. Reservations are made on a first We want you to enjoy your tour with us; come, first served basis. Reservations made therefore, it is important that you know this after the seat reduction date of July 28, 2015 tour is an adventure! You will view spectacular are based upon availability. Final payment due scenery while experiencing the culture and by November 20, 2015. After August 04, 2015, heritage of the region. We have selected small, penalties will apply. comfortable hotels for their locations and they may be considered rustic. CST#2006766-20 UBN#601220855 Nevada Sellers of Travel Registration No. 2003-0279 Responsibility: Cupertino Senior Center is acting solely as an agent of the passenger in arranging for this tour, including transportation, hotel accommodations, and other services and does not assume any liability for injury, damage, loss accident, irregularity, expense or delay due to an act of default of any company, or person engaged in transporting passengers or rendering other services. Cupertino Senior Center staff reserves the right to make any modifications necessary to comply with local conditions at the time of the tour.