8-Day Romantic Getaway: All-Inclusive Honeymoon Tour San Jose

Eight days means time to move slowly between five distinct landscapes without rushing the transitions.

An 8-day all-inclusive romantic tour from San Jose designed for couples, combining volcano hikes, rainforest canopy walks, Pacific catamaran cruises and beach time across four-star hotels. You'll see Poás Volcano and its crater, walk suspended bridges above the Arenal region, snorkel off Tortuga Island, raft the Pacuare River and dine at sunset overlooking the city, with all transfers, most meals and activities coordinated by a guide.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Costa Rica

• Meet guide at airport
• Transfer to hotel in San José
• Enjoy wine and rose room decoration

Day 2: Coffee Tour, Volcano, Waterfalls

• Tour Doka Coffee plantation
• Visit Poás Volcano National Park
• Explore La Paz Waterfall Gardens
• Taste fresh cheeses and dairy products

Day 3: Catamaran and National Park

• Early pickup for Central Pacific trip
• Observe crocodiles and coastal views
• Enjoy catamaran tour with snorkeling
• Have lunch on board
• Guided walk in Manuel Antonio National Park
• Relax and swim on the beach

Day 4: Arenal Volcano and Thermal Spa

• Travel to La Fortuna
• Walk suspension bridges at Mistico Park
• Observe wildlife and panoramic views
• Relax in hot spring pools

Day 5: Romantic Dinner and Viewpoint

• Visit bio coffee and fruit plantation
• Watch sunset at city viewpoint
• Enjoy all-inclusive romantic dinner
• Walk through rose garden

Day 6: Turtle Island Catamaran Tour

• Sail to Isla Tortuga by catamaran
• Snorkel in crystal clear waters
• Relax on white sand beaches
• Optional banana boat ride
• Enjoy breakfast and lunch included

Day 7: Pacuare River Rafting

• Raft on Pacuare River rapids
• Experience surprises along the way

Day 8: Departure from Costa Rica

• Transfer to airport
• Say goodbye to Costa Rica

The experience

The itinerary moves you through five distinct regions without backtracking. Day one is arrival and settling in. Day two takes you to Poás Volcano and La Paz Waterfall Gardens, where you'll tour a coffee plantation first and then walk among 110 species of wildlife. Day three is an early start to Manuel Antonio on the Pacific coast: a catamaran with snorkeling and lunch aboard, followed by a 35-minute guided walk through the national park and time on one of the world's top ten beaches. Day four heads north to Arenal Volcano, where you'll cross 11 suspension bridges strung between treetops, then soak in natural hot spring pools fed directly from the volcano. Day five is a romantic dinner at a viewpoint overlooking San Jose, with a visit to an organic coffee and vegetable plantation beforehand. Day six is a full day on Tortuga Island by catamaran: snorkeling, white sand beach time and meals included. Day seven is five hours rafting the Pacuare River, ranked fifth globally for the activity.

The all-inclusive structure means your guide handles logistics, transfers between regions and meal coordination. You show up at pickup times and move through the day. Hotel rooms come with special romantic touches: wine and rose decorations on arrival. Dinners are included on most nights. Breakfast and lunch appear during the activity days. The guide speaks English or Spanish and travels with you throughout, explaining what you're seeing at each stop. Transportation is air-conditioned and sized for small groups, not large coach tours.

A few practical notes: the Manuel Antonio day starts at 5:30 a.m. to catch the best wildlife viewing and avoid midday heat. The Arenal portion begins with a two-hour drive north from San Jose. Rafting the Pacuare is moderate intensity: five hours of navigation through rapids with surprises built into the route, but suitable for all fitness levels. The catamaran tours are designed for whale and dolphin watching depending on season, though sightings are never guaranteed. Snorkeling gear and instruction are included on both water days.

What’s included

• Four-star hotel accommodation throughout.
• airport pickup and all transfers between regions.
• guide in English or Spanish.
• coffee plantation tour.
• Poás Volcano and La Paz Waterfall Gardens entry.
• Manuel Antonio National Park guided walk and catamaran with snorkeling.
• Arenal suspension bridges and natural hot spring pools.
• Tortuga Island catamaran with snorkeling.
• Pacuare River rafting.
• romantic dinner with sunset views.
• most breakfasts and lunches.
• all fees and taxes.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

AgesAdult (7 and older) · Under 7: can't be booked

GroupUp to 15

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 2 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 12 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyInfant seats available

Operated by Vlintrip Costa Rica

Is this one for you?The early starts (5:30 a.m. for Manuel Antonio, 7:00 a.m. for Arenal) mean you catch wildlife and avoid crowds, but they require being ready to move when the guide arrives. The eight days give you time to settle into each region instead of moving every night, which suits couples who want depth over a checklist of stops.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

What's actually involved in the Pacuare River rafting on day seven?

The Pacuare River rafting is a five-hour paddle through rapids on a river ranked fifth worldwide for the activity. You'll navigate the rapids with a guide and crew, and the itinerary promises surprises along the way. The exact nature of those depends on water conditions and wildlife sightings that day.

Do I need to be an experienced hiker to walk the Arenal suspension bridges?

The Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park walk crosses 11 bridges suspended between treetops and is suitable for all fitness levels. The bridges are engineered for safety, and the walk gives you views of monkeys and regional wildlife while you move through the canopy above the forest floor.

What happens on the Tortuga Island day? Is it just beach time?

Tortuga Island includes snorkeling in clear water, relaxation on white sand beach, and optional activities like the banana boat for extra energy. Breakfast and lunch are provided on the island, and the day is structured so logistics stay invisible and you focus on enjoying yourself.

How much walking is involved in Manuel Antonio National Park?

The guided walk through Manuel Antonio National Park lasts 35 minutes and takes you through wildlife-filled trails with stops at four scenic viewpoints. After the walk, you have time to swim on the beach, which is recognized as one of the world's top ten.

Is the romantic dinner on day five just dinner, or does it include the plantation visit?

Day five includes a visit to a bio coffee, fruit and vegetable plantation where your guide explains the growing and production process, followed by dinner at the most impressive viewpoint in San Jose. The restaurant has rustic Costa Rican atmosphere, a reserved table, panoramic city views and a rose garden you can walk through afterward for photos.

What wildlife might I see at La Paz Waterfall Gardens?

La Paz Waterfall Gardens is home to more than 110 species of wildlife, including pumas, jaguars, sloths, toucans and the five highest waterfalls in Costa Rica. The sanctuary is a guided tour, and you'll also taste fresh cheeses and dairy products made on-site.