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8 Day Costa Rica Itineraries & Tours

An unparalleled adventure presents itself as you climb active volcanoes, traverse cloud forests, bask in the beauty of pristine coastlines, witness spectacular wildlife, and encounter the Pura Vida lifestyle. Natural magic persists throughout this land of riches, and you can create your ideal 8-day Costa Rica itinerary when you plan with Zicasso’s travel experts.

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Sarchi traditional house, Costa Rica

8 Day Trip IdeaFrom $2,400

Complete Cultural Experience of Costa Rica Tour

San Jose, La Fortuna, Manuel Antonio National Park
Suspension bridges, Monteverde, Costa Rica

8 Day Trip IdeaFrom $3,000

Best of Costa Rica Itinerary for All Ages

San Jose, La Fortuna, Monteverde, Manuel Antonio National Park
Waterfall in the rainforest, Costa Rica

8 Day Trip IdeaFrom $2,400

Undiscovered Costa Rica Eight-Day Adventure

San Jose, La Amistad Biosphere Reserve, Puerto Viejo, Aviarios del Caribe
Ara parrot in the rainforest, Costa Rica

8 Day Trip IdeaFrom $3,000

Cloud Forest to Coast: 8 Day Family Costa Rica Getaway

San Jose, Arenal, Monteverde, Tamarindo
Relax in the natural hot springs of Arenal while inhaling the misty air of the region, Costa Rica

8 Day Trip IdeaFrom $2,400

8-Day Highlights of Costa Rica Vacation: Coast-to-Coast Adventure

San Jose, Tortuguero, Arenal, Monteverde, Manuel Antonio
Guanacaste coastline in Costa Rica

8 Day Trip IdeaFrom $2,400

Intimate 8-Day Costa Rica Tour for Couples

Guanacaste, Bijagua, La Fortuna, Catarata del Toro, San Jose

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Active volcano, Arenal, Costa Rica

8 Day Trip IdeaFrom $4,300

Costa Rica Nature & Wildlife Vacation: Volcano, Hot Springs, Jungle & More

San Jose, Tortuguero, Arenal Volcano, Tamarindo
Enjoy the coastline beaches of Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica

8 Day Trip IdeaFrom $5,100

Costa Rica Tour for Active Travelers: Whitewater Rafting, Hiking, Mountain Biking, Kayaking & More

San Jose, Turrialba, Pacuare, Manuel Antonio

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Reviews of Zicasso's 8 Day Costa Rica Itineraries & Tours

Based on 779 verified traveler reviews.

Costa Rica Travel Review: Arenal, Wildlife Refuge, Nature, 10 Days

Zicasso’s travel company did an excellent job helping us to plan our trip to Costa Rica. They offered very helpful suggestions about places to stay and tours to go on. They arranged all transfers, which operated flawlessly to get us from one place to another.

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Costa Rica Vacation Review: La Fortuna, Sloth Tour, Waterfall, 1 Week

Zicasso's travel specialists were very helpful with adjusting to our change in plans before settling on a final itinerary. They also helped with a kid-friendly trip within our budget.

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Costa Rica Vacation Review: Monteverde, Manuel Antonio, 10 Nights

Everything was very well organized throughout our trip and our travel specialist was there when we had any questions or changes to our itinerary. The travel specialist and his team (drivers included) were always responsive to our requests and, with the recommendations they made, our trip was 100% unforgettable.

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Costa Rica Vacation Review: Nature, Adventure Activities, 1 Week

It was a very well-organized trip. Zicasso’s travel specialist was exceptional. She helped organize the trip as per our needs. `She provided multiple options and was very responsive in providing help while we were in Costa Rica with food options and calling the hotel when we did not have phone signal. We had a wonderful trip thanks to the travel company. Highly recommended!

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Costa Rica Vacation Review: Ziplining, White-Water Rafting, ATV Ride, Hiking, Cloud Forest, 1 Week

Unforgettable Adventure Vacation Experience

This trip exceeded every expectation. From start to finish, it was the perfect blend of adventure and relaxation. The ziplining through the lush canopy was absolutely breathtaking—soaring above the trees with panoramic views of the cloud forest was a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

White-water rafting was equally thrilling, with just the right balance of excitement and safety. The guides were incredibly professional and knowledgeable, and made the entire experience fun and secure.

The cloud forest tour was magical—walking through mist-covered trails surrounded by exotic wildlife and vibrant greenery felt like stepping into another world. ATV riding added an adventurous edge, allowing us to explore rugged terrains and hidden scenic spots we wouldn’t have seen otherwise.

Hiking around the volcano was another highlight—both awe-inspiring and humbling. The views were spectacular and the guides shared fascinating insights about the region’s geology and history.

To top it all off, the accommodations were exceptional—beautiful hotels with stunning views, comfortable rooms, and outstanding service. Every detail was thoughtfully curated, making it easy to relax after a day full of adventure.

We highly recommend this experience to anyone looking for the perfect mix of adrenaline, nature, and luxury.

The team did a truly amazing job!

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Costa Rica Tour Review: Night Hike, Wildlife, 1 Week

Zicasso’s travel company did an excellent job in organizing our family trip by ensuring our top five "must-do" activities were available, despite limitations due to our last-minute planning and very busy tourist season. They really did some outside-the-box thinking for us and delivered a wonderful experience.

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