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Trip Overview
10 Nights Accommodation, Car rental, Daily continental breakfast at most hotels.
No Minimum
Local Representatives/Guides.
Tourist [2 to 2 1/2-Star]
Simple hotel (10 nts)
By choosing the car option with the Costa Rica pass, you gain the flexibility of a car with the comfort of a set itinerary. As with the bus transfer option, all accommodation is included in the cost of the pass.
THE CAR
The standard model used with the Costa Rica Pass is the Daihatsu Terios, which seats three comfortably, leaving room for four pieces of standard luggage. The car is a standard transmission four door, with 4WD capabilities, A/C and AM/FM radio. It also comes equip with surf racks, baby seats, a cellular phone and list of important numbers. You will also be provided with country maps and directions to destinations.
Be advised that in order to pick up your vehicle, you will require a valid drivers license, passport and major credit card. The driver must between 21 – 75 years old at the time of rental.
ADDITIONAL COSTS
Other costs associated with the car option include:
- A mandatory USD 18 per day insurance fee to be paid locally (see our fact sheet for more details on the policy).
- All fuel costs.
- A USD 750 deposit that will be charged to your credit card and withheld for the duration of your rental. Barring any damages, this will be refunded in full when the car is returned.
OTHER OPTIONAL COSTS
- Additional drivers will be charged USD 2 per day, paid locally.
- A non-deductible insurance package with the same coverage as above is available at USD 9 per day.
Breakfast daily at most hotels.
Allow USD330 for meals not included. For additional expenses, see trip details.
(1) One of our represenatives will visit you in your hotel shortly after arrival to answer any questions you may about the route you have choosen.
(2) Any changes to the itinerary can be done on arrival in San José. 72 hours notice is required to change pre-booked room reservations as you travel in Costa Rica.
(3) Arrival and departure transfers are included if pre-booked.
(4) Tour are not available during high season dates: Dec 23/08 – Jan 3/09, Apr 05/09 - Apr 12/09, Dec 23/09 - Jan 03/10, Mar 28/10 - Apr 05/10
Don't want to drive? Then take the Adventure Bus shuttle TCR5BN
WOW! This trip totally exceeded my expectations! So much to see and do in Costa Rica!! Annika (our Gap Leader) went above and beyond to ensure our travels went smoothly. I look forward to going on another Gap Adventure in the future. Thank you :)
Canada