Join Hermes Tours as we take you on a relaxing vacation of tropical hot springs to the cloud forests of Monteverde; then onwards to the sandy beaches of Manuel Antonio.  This exotic vacation is sure to please your desire for adventure, relaxation, and beauty.

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• Arenal Volcano, including a nature walk on the Arenal Hanging Bridges, one of the greatest eco- touristic projects of Costa Rica.
• Enjoy the Hot Springs of Arenal Volcano
• Monteverde Cloud Forest Zip Trek Adventure
• Manuel Antonio, including a nature walk, gay beaches, and exciting night life
• Accommodations for 8 nights in 3 - 4 star hotels
• Services of a Hermes Tours escort
• Services of an expert, local guide in all cities
• $100 per person savings if you reserve 5 months before departure!

Visas: Canadian and American passport holders are not required to have visas to enter Costa Rica.  You must have a valid passport. 

Shots and Immunizations:
There are no shots that are required for travel to Costa Rica. Hermes Tours also recommends hepatitis A and typhoid vaccines. Also we recommend that your tetanus booster be up to date. Please contact your health care provider as soon as you have registered for this tour.   You should check with your doctor to determine which vaccines you will need. 

Currency and Money Issues:
The currency is the colon. Most banks and hotels exchange foreign currency. Credit cards (Visa and Master Card) are accepted, as are traveler's checks, preferably in U.S. dollars which may be exchanged at banks, some hotels, and foreign exchange offices. Do not rely on your American Express Card or Diners Card as many establishments do not accept this card. We recommended a combination of US Dollars in Cash, some small bills for tips at restaurants etc... and the rest in $50 or $100 bills and your credit card which you would be able to withdraw cash from ATM machines if you needed to.

What is Included:
Please note that the above cost includes all accommodation in gay/gay friendly hotels, with private bath or shower, hotel taxes, porterage, tips and service charges. All activities as outlined in the itinerary; aiport transfers on designated arrival/departure days; all meals as per itinerary; the services of a Hermes Tours Escort throughout the trip; all ground transportation as per itinerary; entrance fees to all sites on itinerary.

Not Included:
Round-trip international air transportation to and from Costa Rica. Airport departure tax ($26), Meals and activities not specifically included in the itinerary; insurance; alcohol; soft drinks; bottled water; laundry; telephone calls; faxes and any other expenses of a personal nature.

Making a reservation with a deposit will be considered to be consent to the following conditions:
Hermes Tours reserve the right to accept or decline any person as a member of the tour at any time and to make whatever changes become necessary with or without notice. Guaranteed departure with a minimum of 6 participants.

Hermes Tours is not responsible for airline cancellation or change penalties incurred by individual tour participants for air tickets purchased prior to notification that the tour is a confirmed departure.

Hermes Tours does not accept responsibility, including financial in whole or in part for any delay, loss, accidents, personal injury, sickness, medical expenses, event of political unrest, "acts of god" or property damage by fault of any person from whatever cause. All participants are required to sign a standard liability form. Hermes Tours recommends all travelers acquire travel insurance.