Heavenly Hideaways
5. THE HIGH LIFE AT IRAZÚ 7. HORSEBACK RIDING & PARTY TIME
(your small luxury hotels)
Fly back to San José today en route Saddle up for a trail ride today as your
to your next idyllic retreat. Make a horse leads the way through sugar cane
pilgrimage to Cartago this morning. The fields and a coffee plantation – learn
oldest and only city in Costa Rica for about the agricultural techniques of a
close to 150 years, Cartago is home to the century ago on a tasty tour of the coffee,
Basilica de Nuestra Senora de Los Angeles; sugar cane and macadamia nuts that are
inside is a shrine to the tiny carved figure grown here. Pray for clear weather so
of La Negrita, who is believed to have you can enjoy postcard-perfect views
miraculous healing powers. Next up is a of Angostura Lake, Turrialba and Irazú
hike on the lunar landscapes of nearby Volcano and smile as you pose with a
Irazú Volcano. Wait until you see the scarlet and great green macaw at a
views from here – panoramic vistas of the wildlife rehabilitation center! In your free
THE ALTA HOTEL
valley and emerald-green crater lake are time, how about exploring the lake by
San José, Night 1
also a feast for the soul. Paradise calls canoe or kayak? It’s a great way to spend On a clear day the views from this hilltop
gem go on forever... see them from your
again from another gracious Culturious your last afternoon with Culturious in
private balcony, at the cobalt-blue tiled
resort. Three nights at Casa Turire is Costa Rica! Our farewell festivities tonight
swimming pool or under the night sky when
tranquility perfected! Meals BLD the city below you is all agloware at Hacienda Tayutic, a showcase of
breathtaking views, garden delights and
6. WHITEWATER RAFTING
family-style dining. Meals BLD
Challenge your boundaries today on a 3-hour
whitewater rafting adventure on the Pacure 8. HASTA LUEGO COSTA RICA
River! Be as active – or not – as you wish Tour ends: San José. A transfer from the
this afternoon; after all, this is your dream hotel to the airport is included for your
vacation! Dinner is on us tonight. Meals BLD return flight home anytime today. Meals B
TANGO MAR
Tambor, Nights 2, 3 & 4
Share this 150-acre private beachfront
reserve on the Nicoya Peninsula... with
exotic wildlife, fragrant gardens, coconut
palms and lush jungle foliage... from your
elegantly appointed tropical suite
Price from $2490 per person double
Meals 7 Breakfasts / 4 Lunches / 7 Dinners
Dates 2010 Feb – Apr; Aug; Nov – Dec
Activities at a glance
X Some days include 2-4 miles of walking on lava
landscapes and hiking on jungle trails, horseback
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riding, kayaking and whitewater rafting. The
Turrialba, Nights 5, 6 & 7
pace is up to you – take part or take a pass –
“Mi casa is su casa”... offering insider access
either way you’ll enjoy your journey.
to a swimming pool, lakeside diversions,
garden-graced grounds and guest rooms
X Maximum Group Size: 16
uniquely designed and decorated with locally
X For complete dates and prices or more
cultivated wood furnishings
information on private group departures, air,
& our guest protection plan,
visit
www.culturious.com
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