7 day itinerary to La Fortuna

Nicole Carter - (nicolecarter.travel)
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Nicole Carter
What you’ll do

This is a 7 day itinerary from San Jose to Liberia, spending the majority of your time in La Fortuna. La Fortuna is a popular tourist destination known for its stunning views of the Arenal Volcano, lush rainforests, and numerous outdoor activities. It's a vibrant town offering a mix of adventure, relaxation, and natural beauty, including hot springs, waterfalls, and wildlife. 

From San Jose, you'll head North and explore some waterfalls in Bajos del Toro and stay in El Silencio Lodge & Spa. El Silencio Lodge & Spa is an eco-luxury lodge nestled in Costa Rica's cloud forest, offering a secluded and tranquil retreat. It's located in the Central Volcanic Valley, near Poás Volcano and Juan Castro Blanco National Parks, on a 500-acre private reserve. The lodge is known for its stunning scenery, luxurious accommodations, farm-to-table dining, and focus on sustainability and wellness. 

After soaking in the views from El Silencio Lodge & Spa, you'll continue north to La Fortuna. In La Fortuna, you'll do a chocolate tour, see some sloths, do some zip lining, and explore the hot springs!

Continue North and spend a night out by Rio Celeste before continuing towards Liberia. There are some great waterfalls, swimming holes, and hot springs out by Liberia to check out before you fly out of Liberia!

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