Arriving to San Jose, the capital and largest city in Costa Rica, San Jose has a lot to offer its visitors that hail from around the world. It is a contrasted city with exhilarating expressions of history, traditions, art and architecture. The tour will begin with an initial orientation and drive through the beautiful Sabana Park. Next, you will take a walking tour through the historic National Theater. Completed in 1897, the theater is a masterpiece in art and architecture. Afterwards, you will visit one of the many unique museums of Costa Rica, The Pre-Columbian Gold Museum which has an extraordinary collection of gold objects that reflect the world view, social structure, and gold-working techniques of the Pre-Columbian peoples of Costa Rica. The exhibition showcases the use and function of the pieces, the technology of their fabrication, and their relationship to the natural world and the daily life of these societies. The collection consists of 1,600 pieces of Pre-Columbian gold work that date from 500 A.D. to 1500 A.D. After this extraordinary museum tour, you will continue heading to the National Museum, Atlantic Ferrocarril Station . Rail transport in Costa Rica is under the ownership of Instituto Costarricense de Ferrocarriles (INCOFER). The Estación al Atlántico (Atlantic Station) today serves as the San José hub for the commuter train to Heredia and Cartago provinces. You will be transferred to your Windstar Hotel. Please note : Travel will be along winding roads. There may be a stop to drop off Windstar guests at the airport before the final stop at the Windstar Hotel.

At the port you will be greeted by your naturalist guide and board the air conditioned bus for a relaxing 75-minute drive through the countryside. Along the way, your guide will provide you with fascinating information regarding Costa Rica's culture and history, and you will have the opportunity to ask questions. This is an exclusive tour into the elusive Costa Rica Animal Rescue Center , located in the town of Turrucares, an old fashioned town. Never before has a cruise ship guest had an all access pass to the most amazing fauna conservation effort in the country and had the chance to interact first hand with all the wildlife imaginable; toucans, hawks, monkeys, sloths, tamanduas, ant eaters, and parrots are some of the few animals you may encounter in this magical location where the foundation is working endlessly to restore all of these animals to good health so they can later be released back into the wild. At the conclusion of your unforgettable morning, you'll re-board your private coach and enjoy a delightful 30-minute ride through the countryside to Brasil de Mora, situated on the outskirts of San José. At Costa Rica's Craft Brewing Co . you will see first-hand how Costa Ricans have integrated their "pura vida" lifestyle into what has been considered one of the 100 best breweries in the world and see first-hand how the process to make quality beer is developed, and above all get to enjoy a beer tasting session with these fine brews. Finish off your tour with a hearty lunch of food cooked and stewed in the beer itself. Finally you will be dropped off at the Juan Santamaria International Airport. Please note : Wear comfortable clothes, closed-toe shoes, and bring a hat, sunscreen, insect repellent and credit card. This tour is for disembarking guests with flights 3 p.m. or later. This tour concludes at the airport.

This tour represents the most remarkable and pure coffee and oxcart tradition and history in Costa Rica. The tradition of the oxcarts is linked to the coffee production and harvest in the early years of the country. Despite modern means of production and transit, oxcarts are still symbols of prosperity and wealth. You will travel by bus to a coffee plantation. The property is surrounded by 640 acres of a prime coffee plantation, where the secrets of a real good cup of coffee are carefully held. From the plantation entrance, your tour guide will explain how organic coffee is grown, harvested, and processed to produce some of the world's finest coffee beans. You will learn about Costa Rican history and have the opportunity to taste a freshly roasted cup of coffee. After this visit you will travel 1.5 hours to the town of Sarchi, known as the Cradle of Costa Rican Artisans because of its fine workshops. Here you will have time to observe the work of the local artisans as they create their famous oxcarts. There will be time for you to shop for souvenirs prior to the 1.5 hour drive back to your hotel. Please note: Bring water, sunscreen, bug spray and an umbrella.

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This is one of the most scenic regions of Costa Rica, known for calm seas and transparent waters, allowing for swimming and snorkeling close to shore. You will take a boat to the reserve where your naturalist tour guide will introduce you to a variety of wildlife that thrives here, including up to 200 species of birds, capuchin and howler monkeys as well as sloths and anteaters. The reserve includes 3 miles of coastline with beautiful white- sand beaches and tiny coves. Although it is a small reserve, two thirds is preserved as primary forest. Please note : Wear light clothes, hat or visor, sunscreen, bug repellent, sun glasses, and very comfortable walking shoes. Suggest guests purchase bottled water on board. Bring your towel, wear your bathing suit underneath your clothes and there are two toilets at the main entrance as well as two showers. We suggest not to swim on the beach due to crocodile sightings.

You arrive through a meandering country road, surrounded by a volcanic mountain range and a dwarf-forest, a rare habitat within the Costa Rican tropical dry forest. Upon arrival, you will be greeted with a refreshing beverage. Your visit will start with a scenic guided walk on one of the main trails, including a hanging bridge. As part of the walk you will have the opportunity to enjoy the waters of this crystal-clear river. Once within the 500+ acre private reserve, you will be led into a canyon where a thermo-mineral river flows strong and trees grow 10 times taller than those on the parched earth above. The visit to Rivers of Joy Hot Springs and Spa, will not only give you the opportunity of enjoying the generous hot springs of "Rio Perdido" but the convergence with the "Rio Blanco" where you can enjoy the different pools temperatures that range from 90 to 115 degrees Fahrenheit, the spectacular views of the " Rincon de La Vieja Volcano " and the SPA for those who want to pamper their souls. There are thermal pools just next to the building where you can also enjoy the thermal waters. An authentic " Guanacaste" culinary experience will be served for lunch at the main restaurant. SPA treatments available on reservation only and are not included in tour price. The treatments must be paid directly at the property. Please note : Bring bathing suite, sandals, changing cloths, walking shoes, insect repellent, sunscreen. Wet landing required.

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The Gulf of Papagayo is located in the northwestern Pacific Coast of Costa Rica and is known for its beautiful beaches, its amazing year-round good weather, the abundant wildlife that lives in its waters and the wide variety of activities that visitors can be a part of while visiting this beautiful country. During this tour, you will sail aboard a beautiful catamaran through the waters of the Gulf of Papagayo , and discover its enchanting marine world: beautiful reefs, colorful and pristine beaches, dolphins, flying fish and other marine species that are only part of the spectacle you might witness during this adventure. You can even relax on the boat and sip delicious refreshing tropical drinks and snacks that are served by the crew as you simply enjoy and delight yourself with the amazing views of the ocean, the surrounding beaches and feel the marine breeze on your face. On arrival at Playa Heuvos there will be time to swim, snorkel or explore in the tranquil warm ocean. Please note : The catamaran is not wheelchair accessible. Bring your bathing suit and a towel and your own snorkel equipment if you wish.

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You'll have a 30-minute drive to the Congo Trail Private Reserve where your adventure will begin. A platform located at ground level will mark the beginning of your experience. Industry-approved, ultra-safe harness equipment and a network of steel cables that connect eight trees in the forest will be your road to excitement while you l earn the secrets of the dry forest. Gliding from tree to tree, you will have a birds-eye-view of the forest. The fauna is especially abundant here. Hundreds of different species of birds have been sighted, along with the howler monkey, many different snakes, coatis, and other mammals. At the end of the last cable, you will head back to earth and your ride back to your ship. Please note : This is a very active tour only recommended for guests who are in good physical condition. Wildlife sightings are not guaranteed. Wet landing required. A waiver must be signed by all participants.

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Experience Mexico's past and present as you explore the ancient Mayan archaeological site of Izapa, visit the Planetarium and learn about Mayan Cosmology, watch Mayan Dancers perform and then wander Tapachula's town square on a sightseeing adventure that will both educate and delight you. From the pier, you'll journey aboard an air-conditioned bus to the ancient ruins of Izapa . From its beginnings as a small village sometime around 1,500 B.C., Izapa grew into the region's most influential cultural and commercial center with a population of possibly up to 10,000 people at the height of its influence sometime between 60 B.C. and 100 A.D. Once foremost in the region to produce highly valued cacao, Izapa brought together many of Mesoamerica's ancient cultures and many believe it may be the site of origin of the sacred Mayan Calendar, although much study remains to be done in order to unlock these secrets. From here, you'll travel by bus to the culturally diverse city of Tapachula whose history and heritage has been influenced not only by the Mayans, Mestizos and Spanish but by German, Chinese, Japanese, and French immigrants as well. From here, your tour guide will introduce you to some the city's highlights on a short walking tour around the town square. You'll have free time for shopping in local artisan shops for leather goods, ceramics and more. Then it is time to travel by bus to Tapachula Planetarium where you will watch a presentation inside the dome about Maya Astronomy and Cosmology and then watch Mayan Dancers perform before returning by bus to your ship's pier. Please note : Wear comfortable clothing and walking shoes and bring extra money (USD or MXN). Not recommended for people with walking difficulties. Snack included.

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