Arenal Volcano and Manuel Antonio Self-drive

Welcome to Costa Rica!
Once you arrive to the San Jose International Airport (SJO), a Swiss Travel representative will meet and greet you in order to provide you with your itinerary and documents. Afterwards in the airport surroundings, you will be provided with a 4×4-car rental vehicle. From this moment, you will continue on your own by driving the car to the different locations set in the program. Your journey will be taken you to Northern area of Costa Rica, specifically to the Arenal Volcano area. We strongly suggest you to take the route via Naranjo, Zarcero and through Cuidad Quesada.
This whole area represents some of the countryside of our towns, with lands dedicated to agri culture and cattle ranches that become what many people have called the heart of the country. A striking characteristic of this area is the dramatic contrast in topography. Several small and medium-sized rivers that range throughout the plains make the region very fertile. The residents practice fruit trees, rice paddies and cattle ranching. Yet there are many expanses of protected areas dotting the region. The main attraction of this area is by far the Arenal Volcano, which rises 1,633 meters above sea level showing off one of the main characteristics with its almost perfect conic shape. In the area, there is a diverse line of activities and attractions to discover on your own. You will be staying the following three nights at selected Hotel in the area.
Accommodation: Arenal area for 3 nights

Days at your leisure to explore the area on your own. You can visit by driving your car rental the different
surrounding areas or eventually take a complete day tour. (B)

Today travel to Central Pacific Coast, specifically to Manuel Antonio beach area. You will be passing through a scenic mountain road with various climates and elevations. On the way, you will be driving along the coastal road until reach the fishing town of Quepos. Finally, at just few minutes from there, you will arrive to Manuel Antonio National Park surroundings where you will be impressed by the magnificent beaches of this beautiful National Park. In this area, you will enjoy a four night stay at Parador Hotel. (B)
Accommodation: Manuel Antonio area for 4 nights