15 days in Costa Rica Itinerary

A long-established beach community, Playas del Coco has developed a reputation as a favored spot for young travelers and locals to let loose by the sea.

Start off your visit on the 29th (Mon): take a tour by water with Boat Tours & Water Sports and then see some colorful creatures with a scuba or snorkeling tour. Here are some ideas for day two: take in the architecture and atmosphere at Iglesia Catolica de Playas del Coco, then cast your line with a fishing tour, and then view the masterpieces at Costa Rica'n Art Craft.

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Barcelona, Spain to Playas del Coco is an approximately 21.5-hour combination of flight and bus. You can also do a combination of train, flight, and bus; or do a combination of flight and taxi. Traveling from Barcelona to Playas del Coco, you'll gain 7 hours due to the time zone difference. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Tue) so you can drive to Tamarindo.

Surfing remains the main reason to take a trip to Tamarindo, as the beachside town is mostly known for its excellent waves.

Kick off your visit on the 31st (Wed): relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas, then find your balance on the water with some of the best stand-up paddleboarding in the area, and then get the adrenaline pumping with an extreme tour. Keep things going the next day: take a memorable tour with Tours, view the masterpieces at Con Mucho Gusto, and then enjoy the sand and surf at Tamarindo Beach.

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You can drive from Playas del Coco to Tamarindo in 1.5 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or take a bus. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 1st (Thu) so you can go by car to La Fortuna de San Carlos.

Set against the backdrop of the imposing Arenal Volcano, La Fortuna de San Carlos offers visitors a chance to explore diverse natural landscapes and sample some delicious local produce.

Start off your visit on the 2nd (Fri): get a taste of the local shopping with Wood & Art Gallery, then witness a stunning natural landmark at Tabacon Hot Springs, and then take in the exciting artwork at Onirica Art Gallery. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 3rd (Sat): look for all kinds of wild species at Butterfly Conservatory, identify plant and animal life at Arenal Natura Ecological Park, and then get a new perspective on things with Boat Tours & Water Sports.

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Getting from Tamarindo to La Fortuna de San Carlos by car takes about 4 hours. Other options: take a shuttle; or take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 3rd (Sat) early enough to drive to Puerto Viejo de Talamanca.

Puerto Viejo de Talamanca offers a wealth of entertainment by the sea, attracting a lively international crowd of revelers while maintaining a bright and breezy coastal charm with a local feel.

Start off your visit on the 4th (Sun): relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas, then enjoy the sand and surf at Playa Chiquita, and then kick back and relax at Punta Uva Beach. Here are some ideas for day two: admire the natural beauty at Tree of Life Wildlife Rescue Center and Botanical Gardens, look for all kinds of wild species at Tarantulas Way, and then kick back and relax at Playa Cocles.

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You can drive from La Fortuna de San Carlos to Puerto Viejo de Talamanca in 5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of car and bus; or take a bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Mon) so you can drive to Uvita.

Ideal for visitors looking to escape Costa Rica's busy beaches, Uvita offers a serene atmosphere and plenty of uncrowded sand for a leisurely vacation.

Kick off your visit on the 6th (Tue): kick back and relax at Uvita Beach, identify plant and animal life at Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary, then admire the sheer force of Uvita Waterfall, and finally stop by Mama Toucan's Natural and Organic Food Store. On the 7th (Wed), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: trot along with a tour on horseback and then take a tour by water with Boat Tours & Water Sports.

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You can drive from Puerto Viejo de Talamanca to Uvita in 7.5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of shuttle and bus; or take a bus. Cap off your sightseeing on the 7th (Wed) early enough to go by car to Manuel Antonio.

The rainforest meets the sea at Manuel Antonio National Park, a small but scenic natural preserve on the west coast of Costa Rica.

Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Zipline and Rainmaker Park. Get outdoors at Canyoning & Rappelling Tours and Parasailing & Paragliding. There's still lots to do: kick back and relax at Playa Manuel Antonio, stroll around Parque Nahomi, stop by Beso Loco Boutique de Playa, and relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas.

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Traveling by car from Uvita to Manuel Antonio takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Sat) so you can travel back home.