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Adventures in Costa Rica

Unsurpassed natural beauty awaits you on this exploration of Costa Rica's natural wonders. Arrive in San Jose for sightseeing of the country's capital, including the National Theater, the Gold Museum, and the Don Benigno Cigar Factory. Venture through some of the largest coffee and sugar cane plantations of Costa Rica and delight in the unique beauty of the famous hand-painted wooden furniture in Sarchi’s craft center. We’ll go on a floating safari adventure in Palo Verde National Park and tour the Arenal Hanging Bridges in La Fortuna. This tropical and secure paradise features lush rainforests, beautiful beaches, cloud forests, abundant wildlife, dynamic volcanoes, vanishing ecosystems, and warm and hospitable people. It’s nature’s museum waiting for you to explore!

The touring itinerary includes visits to San Jose, Poas Volcano National Park, La Paz Waterfall Gardens, Los Angeles Cloud Forest Reserve, La Fortuna, Arenal Volcano National Park, Palo Verde National Park, Guaitil, and the Gulf of Papagayo.

An optional excursion is being planned for the Congo Trial Canopy Tour in the Rain Forest at Buena Vista near the Rincon de la Vieja National Park.

Trip includes:
• Round-trip airfare from Chicago
• Accommodations and ground transportation
• Breakfast daily, five afternoon lunches, and five evening dinners
• Two nights in San Jose
• One night in Los Angeles Cloud Forest Reserve
• Two nights in La Fortuna
• Three nights in Papagayo

Dates: March 7 - March 15, 2008

Cost: $2,665 per person, double occupancy

More Information: call Pat Anderson at (815) 753-1512

Download a brochure about the Costa Rica trip.

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