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Costa Rica for Young Families

7 Days from $1,393 to $2,023 per person*

Highlights: Costa Rica (Papagayo)

Trip Start/End: Liberia / Liberia

* USD per person based on 2-4 people, double occupancy. Custom designed personal tour. Prices subject to change.

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Discover the highlights of magnificent Costa Rica through this private guided tour that gives first time visitors an opportunity to take in Costa Rica’s wild and adventurous side, while also enjoying the relaxed pace of life that Costa Rica has to offer. During your trip, you will experience National Parks, Nature Preserves, active Volcanoes, jungle hikes, beaches and so much more. Whether you are listening to the rumble of the Volcano Arenal, flying through the treetops on a Zip Line Adventure or soaking in the rays of the Pacific while amidst the beauty of the Manuel Antonio Nature Preserve…your adventure will be unforgettable. Pura Vida!

Overview

Day	Activities	Hotel
Day 1 Liberia - Papagayo	Meet and Greet Transfer - Private - Liberia - Papagayo [1 hr] - Vehicle/Driver Costa Rica - Welcome Package Hilton Papagayo: Inclusions and Highlights Dinner (included)	Hilton Papagayo Resort & Spa Bungalow Tropical Garden (B,L,D) 1 DBL (2 Adults)
Day 2 Papagayo	Breakfast (included) Optional Activities at the Hilton Papagayo Hilton Papagayo: Included Kids Activities Lunch (included) Dinner (included)	Hilton Papagayo Resort & Spa Bungalow Tropical Garden (B,L,D) 1 DBL (2 Adults)
Day 3 Papagayo	Breakfast (included) Shared - Witches Rock Canopy Tour (Four Seasons Hotel) - Vehicle/Guide/Driver Lunch (included) Dinner (included)	Hilton Papagayo Resort & Spa Bungalow Tropical Garden (B,L,D) 1 DBL (2 Adults)
Day 4 Papagayo	Breakfast (included) Optional Activities at the Hilton Papagayo Lunch (included) Dinner (included)	Hilton Papagayo Resort & Spa Bungalow Tropical Garden (B,L,D) 1 DBL (2 Adults)
Day 5 Papagayo	Breakfast (included) Optional Activities at the Hilton Papagayo Lunch (included) Dinner (included)	Hilton Papagayo Resort & Spa Bungalow Tropical Garden (B,L,D) 1 DBL (2 Adults)
Day 6 Papagayo	Breakfast (included) Optional Activities at the Hilton Papagayo Lunch (included) Dinner (included)	Hilton Papagayo Resort & Spa Bungalow Tropical Garden (B,L,D) 1 DBL (2 Adults)
Day 7 Papagayo - Liberia	Breakfast (included) Transfer - Private - Papagayo - Liberia [Approx. 50 mins] - Vehicle/Driver Airport Departure Tax (not included)	Depart (Int`l Airport)
B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner, 1/2d = Half Day, Al = All Inclusive

Trip Itinerary

- Jungle views from above
- Hilton Papagayo Resort & Spa
Day 1: Liberia - Papagayo
Upon arrival you will be met by our local representative who will help you locate your vehicle.
Meet your driver for a private transfer to Papagayo area.
A welcome package with your vouchers, a city map, and any other touristic information that you may find useful will be waiting for you upon your arrival.

Family Welcome Package based on 2 parents with children. (2 parents + 1 child = 3 pax).
The All Inclusive Hilton Papagayo Costa Rica Resort & Spa is located in a secluded, private bay on the Pacific Ocean at the Gulf of Papagayo, Guanacaste. This is the perfect setting for a fun-filled Costa Rica family vacation.

All Inclusive Costa Rica Resort - Hotel Highlights:

• All Inclusive Resort

• Close to Liberia Airport

• Infinity pool complex - with three separate levels: adults, water sports and kids

• Spacious Guestrooms - boasting magnificent views of the Gulf of Papagayo or tropical gardens

• Spa Vida with 13 treatment rooms, a beauty parlor, whirlpool and sauna as well as separate swimming pool in the secluded Spa relaxation area

• Hilton Fitness Center by PRECOR® - available 24-hours, with private televisions and headphones

• Great Dining Options - with many restaurants including El Dorado restaurant and a swim up bar

• A Great Wedding Destination

• Wireless hi-speed Internet services throughout the resort (surcharge)

• Beautiful setting - with a vast variety of bird species, local flora and fauna

For your family's comfort and convenience:

• Children's Activities

• Children's Menu

• Cribs

• High chairs

• Playground

Included in the all-inclusive plan:

• Accommodations

• Dining

• Kidz Club

• Swim up bar

• Two outdoor swimming pools

• Beach & pool volleyball

• Daily activities

• Music entertainment on selected nights

• Transportation thorough the resort

• 24-hour Hilton Fitness Center by PRECOR®

Additional services NOT included in the all-inclusive plan:

• On-site Water sport & scuba center

• Tours & excursions

• Alamo Car Rental

• Two on-site Café Britt® gift stores

• Treatment services at Spa Vida
Accommodation: Hilton Papagayo Resort & Spa

Hilton Papagayo Costa Rica Resort & Spa offers an all inclusive Costa Rica vacation located in a secluded bay on the Pacific Ocean at the Gulf of Papagayo, Guanacaste. The Hilton Papagayo hotel is the perfect setting for a fun-filled Costa Rica family vacation, honeymoon or memorable event.When considering all inclusive Costa Rica hotels the stunning Hilton Papagayo hotel in Guanacaste, has a wide variety of resort facilities to suit every guest's idea of the perfect vacation, with enchanting swimming pools, a secluded beach, fitness room, full service spa and much more.
- Family Time Hilton Papagayo Resort & Spa
Day 2: Papagayo
Enjoy today at leisure to try some optional activities. There are many options to choose from such as taking a dip in one of the hotel's two outdoor swimming pools, heading over to the fitness center for an intense workout, playing beach and pool volleyball, check out the Spa Vida for a relaxing massage or skin treatment - or if heading to the beach and lounging by the ocean is more your style, there is plenty of that available for you to take advantage of!

Note: some services are an additional charge and are at your own expense.
Kidz Paradise is an entertainment center for kids of all ages. It is open daily from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. There are two main areas:

THE GROOVY KIDZ area: for children ages 0 - 7.

THE COOL KIDZ area: for children ages 8- 14.

Kidz Paradise Indoor Activities include:

• Handcrafts

• Board games

• Painting

• Puzzles

• Play dough Activities

• Storybooks

• Wii video games

• Children’s Movies

• Puppet shows

• Others

In the Green Area (outdoors) you will find:

• A Slide

• The Storytelling corner

• A Mini football field and a mini basketball court

Outdoor activities for children (subject to availability)

Swimming Pool:

• Mini Water polo

• Marco Polo

• Mini Aqua Aerobics

• Water balloon games

Green Area:

• Stretching, relaxation activities and other Costa Rican games.

Beach:

• Sand Castle building

• Nature walks for the kids

• Nature Scavenger Hunts
Accommodation: Hilton Papagayo Resort & Spa
- Witches Rock Canopy tour
Day 3: Papagayo
Witch's Rock Canopy Tour has 24 platforms, 11 cables from 100 to 450 meters in length, 3 suspension bridges, 3 climbing trees with pulley systems for safety, the tallest being 10 meters tall. The complete tour lasts approximately 1.5 hours. During the green (rainy) season you will get to see an amazing waterfall from the tour, as well as gorgeous views of the Pacific Ocean. The guides will also give you a short review of the dry forest flora and fauna. After the tour you will be taken you back to the main building, where you can look through the pictures taken during your tour by the professional photographer, as well as visiting the souvenir store, or have a drink overlooking the forest from the balcony of the coffee shop.
Accommodation: Hilton Papagayo Resort & Spa
Day 4: Papagayo
Enjoy today at leisure to try some optional activities. There are many options to choose from such as taking a dip in one of the hotel's two outdoor swimming pools, heading over to the fitness center for an intense workout, playing beach and pool volleyball, check out the Spa Vida for a relaxing massage or skin treatment - or if heading to the beach and lounging by the ocean is more your style, there is plenty of that available for you to take advantage of!

Note: some services are an additional charge and are at your own expense.
Accommodation: Hilton Papagayo Resort & Spa
Day 5: Papagayo
Enjoy today at leisure to try some optional activities. There are many options to choose from such as taking a dip in one of the hotel's two outdoor swimming pools, heading over to the fitness center for an intense workout, playing beach and pool volleyball, check out the Spa Vida for a relaxing massage or skin treatment - or if heading to the beach and lounging by the ocean is more your style, there is plenty of that available for you to take advantage of!

Note: some services are an additional charge and are at your own expense.
Accommodation: Hilton Papagayo Resort & Spa
Day 6: Papagayo
Enjoy today at leisure to try some optional activities. There are many options to choose from such as taking a dip in one of the hotel's two outdoor swimming pools, heading over to the fitness center for an intense workout, playing beach and pool volleyball, check out the Spa Vida for a relaxing massage or skin treatment - or if heading to the beach and lounging by the ocean is more your style, there is plenty of that available for you to take advantage of!

Note: some services are an additional charge and are at your own expense.
Accommodation: Hilton Papagayo Resort & Spa
Day 7: Papagayo - Liberia
Relax on your chauffeur driven transfer from Papagayo to the Liberia Airport. The transfer should take approximately 50 mins.
An airport departure tax of $29 USD per person must be paid at the Liberia airport after check- in. This is not included in the cost of your tour and is to be paid locally (subject to change at anytime without notice).
Accommodation: Depart (Int`l Airport)

Accommodations

- Hilton Papagayo Resort & Spa
Hilton Papagayo Resort & Spa - Papagayo

Hilton Papagayo Costa Rica Resort & Spa offers an all inclusive Costa Rica vacation located in a secluded bay on the Pacific Ocean at the Gulf of Papagayo, Guanacaste. The Hilton Papagayo hotel is the perfect setting for a fun-filled Costa Rica family vacation, honeymoon or memorable event.When considering all inclusive Costa Rica hotels the stunning Hilton Papagayo hotel in Guanacaste, has a wide variety of resort facilities to suit every guest's idea of the perfect vacation, with enchanting swimming pools, a secluded beach, fitness room, full service spa and much more.
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Travel Info

Travel tips of Costa Rica

VISA/PASSPORT
For entry into Costa Rica, U.S. and Canadian citizens must present valid passports that will not expire for at least thirty days after arrival, and a roundtrip/outbound ticket. Airlines should not permit passengers to board flights to Costa Rica without a roundtrip ticket unless they have Costa Rican residency or visa. Passports should be in good condition; Costa Rican immigration will deny entry if the passport is damaged in any way. Costa Rican authorities generally permit U.S. citizens to stay up to ninety days. Canadian citizens do not need to obtain visas for tourism stays of up to ninety days. Persons traveling to Costa Rica from some countries in South America and Sub-Saharan Africa must provide evidence of a valid yellow fever vaccination prior to entry. The South American countries include Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador and Venezuela.

Please note obtaining a visa is your responsibility. These requirements change often and therefore it is best that you check with the Embassy of Costa Rica for the most up to date visa information.

HEALTH
Health insurance is recommended. Medical facilities are good quality but not widespread. We recommend that you see a health-care provider who specializes in Travel Medicine. The doctor or health-care provider will determine what vaccinations and medication you will need, depending on factors such as your health and immunization history, areas of the country you will be visiting, and planned activities. For more information on travel requirements, visit the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) website: http://wwwn.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/costa-rica.aspx

COUNTRY INFO
Capital: San José.
Government: Republic. Gained independence from Spain in 1821.
Language: Spanish is the official language. English is widely spoken. Some French, German and Italian is also spoken.
Religion: Almost entirely Christian, with Roman Catholic majority.
Time: GMT - 6.
Electricity: 110 volts AC, 60Hz. Two-pin plugs are standard.
Telephone: Country code +506. There are no area codes.
Mobile Telephone: Roaming agreements exist with some countries. Handsets can be hired, although this can be difficult and time-consuming. Costa Rica employs both GSM and TDMA systems.
Internet: There are Internet cafes throughout the country, and most tourist hotels also provide facilities.

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What's Included:
- Guaranteed departure - Accommodation, Activities, Transfers, Meals, Fees where indicated as per the itinerary - Local and international traveler assistance during your tour - Specialised and personalised services
What's not Included:
- Tips - Laundry - Soft drinks and alcoholic beverages unless explicitly noted - Optional activities/extras – Visas (unless noted) - Vacation insurance
Trip Terms & Conditions
- Your deposit is due immediately on booking (30% of program price, minimum $350). The balance is due 90 days prior to departure.
- Cancellations of confirmed bookings 90 days or more prior to departure will receive full refund minus a $350 (per person) administrative fee and any non-refundable paid fees (e.g. non-refundable airfare, cruise or hotel deposits). 60-89 days will be subject to loss of 30% of program price. 30-59 days will be subject to loss of 50% of program price. 29 days or less will be subject to loss of 100% of program price.
- Tour quotes do not include airfare to/from the trip start point unless noted on the itinerary
- Cost increases in currency exchange, government fees, taxes, surcharges or hotel/lodge tariff increases between quote date and start date are payable by the client.
- Availability cannot be guaranteed until booked. We will exercise best efforts to book hotels per the itinerary, however, in busy seasons and with client bookings made within 90 days of tour date we may be forced to offer substitutes.
- Payment of the program price constitutes your acceptance of the terms and conditions set out at www.kensingtontours.com/terms-and-conditions
- Living Standards and practices at destination may differ from those in North America with respect to provisions of utilities, services and accommodation.

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Costa Rica for Young Families

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Day 1: Liberia - Papagayo

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Day 6: Papagayo

Day 7: Papagayo - Liberia

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