9-Day Costa Rica Adventure for Couples: Best of Guanacaste & Nicoya Peninsula

Pick up your rental car at Liberia International Airport and drive to Rincón de la Vieja Volcano. Arrive at the volcano and check into a romantic lodge or hotel where you will spend the afternoon and enjoy a delicious dinner with candles and local cuisine.

Walk on easy trails of your choice within Rincón de la Vieja National Park to witness its geothermal and natural wonders including waterfalls, and wildlife such as sloths, monkeys and many species of birds. The rest of the day can be spent relaxing at the spa for a couples’ treatment, or simply enjoying each other’s company.

Embark on a scenic drive to the beach towns of Sámara and Nosara, where you can arrive at your hotel, take a stroll on the beach, relax in the afternoon and enjoy the wonderful sunset with the turquoise sea in front of you. Evening at leisure and dinner on the beach.

A day trip to Isla Chora is another great option to spend quality time together with kayaking, snorkeling and exploring the island by sea. Sharing this nature experience with your loved one is a great way to have romantic moments together. In the evening you can return to Sámara to spend a relaxed evening and enjoy each other’s company.

Spend the day at leisure on Sámara Beach or embark on a guided mangrove tour, discovering the rich biodiversity. Enjoy lunch together at a local beachside café. Evening free for romantic sunset strolls along the beach.

Transfer to Isla Chiquita, a tranquil island paradise. Spend the day swimming, sunbathing or exploring hidden coves. Evening highlight: a romantic nighttime boat tour to witness bioluminescence.

Today you have a full day to relax on the island as you want! Whether you want to spend the day at the beach, to swim, to relax or to practice any other sport, it’s completely up to you. And for those who are keen on outdoor activities, a very gentle guided hike or even go snorkeling can be organized. The rest of the time is dedicated to relaxation and taking wonderful photos of the beautiful scenery and of romantic moments that you will share together!

Drive back to the mainland and to San José, the Capital of Costa Rica. Afternoon at leisure in San José. Optional visits to the National Museum, Plaza de la Cultura and National Theatre. In the evening enjoy a special romantic dinner in the evening.

Spend a leisurely morning in San José to discover all of its hidden corners on your own or to have breakfast in Costa Rica for the last time. Then you head off to the Juan Santamaría International Airport for your return flight. The beaches of Guanacaste and the Nicoya Peninsula were the perfect setting for your romantic get-a-way to Costa Rica.