Central Valley Holidays

Inspiration for your own tailor-made trip

The Central Valley is the heart of Costa Rica. Not only does the area contain the capital city – San José – with its many bars and restaurants, but also highlands, which are home to traditional coffee plantations and striking views. As the name suggests, the region is smack-dab in the middle of the nation, making it an ideal jumping off point for visiting every corner of the pint-sized country. The Central Valley is also surrounded by impressive volcanic mountain ranges, especially the Cordillera Central on the eastern side of the valley, which can be explored during guided tours. About three quarters of the country's residents live in the Central Valley, and it’s easy to see why – Costa Rica's geographical heart is home to the capital, as well as coffee plantations, volcanoes and rapids made for rafting through. The region has a very pleasant climate due to its altitude, meaning that days are warm without being sticky, and nights are comfortably cool. It is certainly worth spending additional time exploring this lush area during Central Valley holidays, whether white water rafting down the Pacuare River, visiting the active Poas Volcano, or learning about coffee roasting and the cultivation process of macadamia nuts.
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A Family Friendly Adventure in Costa Rica

See the wildlife at La Paz Waterfall Gardens near Alajuela

13 days, from £2,215 to £3,540

A Costa Rican Adventure with Teens - Rafting, Surfing & Jungle Trekking

Visit some of Costa Rica’s standout features, including Arenal Volcano and the Nicoya Peninsula

14 days, from £3,060 to £4,285

A Costa Rican Honeymoon - Enjoy the Pura Vida & Incredible Nature

Primary forests and mangroves, misty volcanoes and golden beaches: a Garden of Eden for a honeymoon

12 days, from £3,110 to £6,170

A Nature-Focused Exploration of Costa Rica

With its volcanoes and primary forests, mangroves and endless beaches, you can discover nature in all its majesty with your family

13 days, from £3,135 to £4,195

Road Trip in Costa Rica

Search for white-nosed coatis, capuchin monkeys and over 200 bird species in Manuel Antonio National Park

10 days, from £3,310 to £5,285

Costa Rica for Couples - from Lush Jungle to the Beaches of Nosara

Spend some time alone combining a legendary volcano, a secret national park and the beaches of the Pacific

10 days, from £3,375 to £4,645

Off the Beaten Track in Costa Rica - from the Pacific to the Caribbean

Pacific Coast, Caribbean vibe in Puerto Viejo, highlands and coffee plantations: another side to Costa Rica

14 days, from £3,510 to £5,600

From River to Jungle to Ocean in Costa Rica's Boutique Hotels

An adventurer’s dream, this trip combines the best of Costa Rica’s river and jungle habitats with some beach time on the Pacific Coast

12 days, from £3,540 to £4,910

Pura Vida - Costa Rica Coast-to-Coast

Time your visit to watch turtles nest or hatch in Tortuguero National Park

15 days, from £4,235 to £6,765

From the Pacific to the Caribbean - A Grand Tour of Costa Rica

Experience both of Costa Rica’s coastlines: the vibrant Caribbean and the breathtaking Pacific

18 days, from £4,695 to £6,955

Cloud Forests, Volcanoes and Hotel Hideaways - Explore Costa Rica by Car

Chase waterfalls on a guided hike to Vuelta del Cañon

14 days, from £7,515 to £10,430

Relax, Rejuvenate & Restore - Luxury Wellness Sabbatical in Costa Rica

Relax with spa treatments in a secluded lodge near San Jose

32 days, from £15,215 to £24,300

100% tailor-made holidays

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