TRIP TO THE SAN JOSE COSTA RICA MARATHON FROM 4 TH TO 13 TH DECEMBER FLIGHT + CIRCUIT 8 NIGHTS IN COSTA RICA

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1 TRIP TO THE SAN JOSE COSTA RICA MARATHON FROM 4 TH TO 13 TH DECEMBER FLIGHT + CIRCUIT 8 NIGHTS IN COSTA RICA Costa Rica is a wonderful tropical garden, located between the Caribbean Sea and the Pacific del with still undiscovered amazing natural wealth. White sand beaches in the Pacific and dark sand beaches in the Caribbean. Tortuguero, where giant green turtles come to lay their eggs between the months of September and October for thousands of years with unbelievable regularity. The country has an incomparable nature throughout the year and a temperature between 23 and 24 degrees Celsius in the Centran Valley. It also has several still active volcanoes like the majestic Arenal Vocano, the magnificent Irazú Volcano and other interesting volcanoes like the Poas and the Rincón de la Vieja. The endless and wild beaches of the Pacific, extending from the border with Panama to the border with Nicaragua. A whole unrivaled sunny world to dicover. San Jose Costa Rica Matathon is celebrated on December the 6th. Additionally to the race, a half marathon, 10k and mini marathon (4-8 Km) are organized. From Viajes Transvia in collaboration with Carreraspopulares.com, we suggest this trip to enjoy the marathon and, of course, the city of San Jose and its surroundings. 1

2 TOUR PROGRAM December 4th (Friday) MADRID / SAN JOSE Presentation at the Madrid Barajas Airport at 09.30h. Procedures for boarding and billing rear exit, at 11:45 a.m., in Iberia flight to San Jose de Costa Rica. Arrival to San Jose at 3:50 p.m. (local time). Baggage claim and support by personnel of our organization. Transfer by private bus to HOTEL CROWN PLAZA SAN JOSE CAROBICI 4 ****. Reception and room layout. Free dinner (not included.) Accommodation. December 5th (Saturday) SAN JOSE Free day in which we will have time to pick up the dorsal and enjoy the Runner s fair. Lunch and dinner on behalf of clients (not included). Overnight stay at the hotel. December 6th (Sunday) SAN JOSE The big day: The Marahon San José Costa Rica Lunch and dinner on behalf of clients (not included). Overnight stay at the hotel. December 7th (Monday) SAN JOSE / TORTUGUERO Departure by public transport to the Caribbean region to discover the Tortuguero National Park. On the way we will stop for a full breakfast. On the way, the exuberant Braulio Carrillo park will be crossed, then we will change the means of transport because to get to your lodge, you will need to navigate during 1h30 on waterways, this exotic cruise will allow you to appreciate the fauna and flora of this area. Lunch at the Lodge. 2

3 Afternoon dedicated to visit the village of Tortuguero. Return to the lodge to enjoy its tranquility and pool. Dinner and overnight at the hotel in Tortuguero. December 8th (Tuesday) TORTUGUERO Breakfast at the lodge. We dedicate this day to visit the park by boat, motor boats. Boating on natural and artificial canals, bordering tropical forests to observe the birds and animals that populate this region (turtles, crocodiles, monkeys, sloths, parrots, macaws, toucans, etc.) Lunch, Dinner and overnight at the hotel in Tortuguero December 9th (Wednesday) TORTUGUERO / SARAPIQUI Breakfast at the lodge. You will leave the Caribbean region to reach the region of Sarapiqui. Live the unforgettable experience to know the properties of the hearts of palm. Well known as a gourmet food in many countries because of its delicious taste and rich in fiber, calcium and vitamins. Palm planting has become an extremely important economic activity for the Costa Rican families, emerging as a development option through an agricultural activity for female heads of household. Currently Costa Rica is the world's leading exporter of canned palm, covering 55% of the consumer market. In the company of doña Maria and its demonstration of real work you will learn about hearts of palm in harvest, growing and harvesting. Finally, enjoy your meal in the rustic facilities of the plantation enjoying the variety of dishes that Dona Maria and her family have prepared with this delicious product. Arrival, installation and free time. Dinner and overnight at the hotel in Sarapiqui. December 10th (Thusrsday) SARAPIQUI / ARENAL Rafting on the Sarapiqui River This tour departs from the facilities of Pozo Azul and runs 13 Km. to Chilamate. It has an average gradient of 1.2% and can be run all year. To participate in this tour you do not need experience, it is a very safe tour with several accesses to the highway on the way tour and is in 3

4 constant communication with the base. Lunch at Hacienda Pozo Azul. Route to Arenal, crossing a large region of agriculture and ranching, where you can observe the Arenal volcano. Arrival to Arenal in the afternoon. Accommodation at the hotel. Dinner and overnight at the hotel in Arenal. December 11th (Friday) ARENAL Sky Tram & Sky Trek The tour of Sky Tram comes to an observation deck at the highest point of the Arenal Reserve, from where you can admire the natural beauty of the rain forest, volcano and lake. Once you have reached the observation deck, you can also enjoy a walk through a path. The tour of Sky Trek is an adventure tour full of adrenaline above the treetops, allowing you to observe the forest in their views and the best views of the Arenal Volcano and Lake Arenal. The tour includes 8 wires with distances up to 2460 meters and a maximum height of 660 feet. Zip lines and tramway are complementary: you can not do just the Zip lines. Lunch at a local restaurant. Visit to the "Ecotermales" The local is owned by a family that runs the system of thermal waters, allowing a limited number of visitors per day in order to provide a private and relaxing atmosphere during your vacation. There are four pools, one that is characterized by a cascade, which reach a temperature of up to 105 degrees Fahrenheit. There is no better way to relax after a long day visiting the hot springs and recovering your body in a very natural way. When you take a break from the calming hot springs, you can dine in the authentic and home-made restaurant Costa Rica style. Vegetarian meals are available upon request. Dinner at the Ecotermales. Overnight at Arenal hotel. 4

5 December 12th (Saturday) ARENAL / SAN JOSÉ / NOCHE A BORDO Route to San Jose. Visit Sarchi, a craft village, cradle of the Costa Rican crafts. Sarchi is definitely the craft village in Costa Rica and well known for its vibrant and beautiful oxcarts that are handmade and sold throughout the country. The oxcart is a national symbol of Costa Rica and plays a key role in the country's history as these are used to transport coffee beans to nearby and distant markets. These carts are very colorful and elegantly carved and usually painted in bright colors. The oldest factory is in Sarchi and is Joaquin Chaverri Oxcart Factory, which was built in 1902 and is considered birthplace handicrafts bullock carts in Costa Rica. Lunch at a local restaurant. Transfer to the airport and assistance. Shipping and check-in procedures for scheduled flight back departure with Iberia at Overnight on board... December 13th (Sunday). / MADRID Arrival to Madrid at 10:40 a.m.. Baggage reclaim, end of the trip and our services. 5

6 PRICE PER PERSON IN DOUBLE ROOM (VAT INCLUDED) PRICE FOR RUNNERS PRICE FOR NO RUNNERS Single supplement: 365 OPTIONAL THE PRICE INCLUDES Regular tickets Airline Iberia flight MADRID / SAN JOSE / MADRID of. Tourist class. Airport taxes (approx. 330 per person). Accommodation in double or single occupancy at selected hotels. Meals according to program. Transfers by private coach. Collective transfer by boat to Tortuguero Excursions and entrance fees to parks planned in the program. Travel assistance insurance. Hotel taxes. VAT THE PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE Departure taxes Costa Rica (air) US $ today. Personal expenses. Beverage during meals. Meals not mentioned in the program. All services not mentioned in the program. 6

7 SELECTED HOTELS In San Jose: Crowne Plaza Corobicí offers the best for any kind of traveler, with first class facilities for the accomplishment of your events, 213 newly renovated rooms and easy access to major area attractions. The hotel has free parking, fitness center, Japanese restaurant, international restaurant, lobby bar, club lounge, casino, Wi-Fi and 14 meeting rooms. All the rooms are spacious, comfortable, equipped with air conditioning, cable TV, wireless internet, mini bar, safe, capacity for laptops, iron and ironing board, hair dryer, "coffee maker" and room service 24 hours. LOCATED 300 METERS FROM THE START AND FINISH POINT OF THE MARATHON. In Tortuguero: Pachira Lodge Hotel is strategically located, just five minutes away from the extraordinary Tortugueroo National Park, and just in front of the main canal that faces the town of Tortuguero. It is surrounded by a fascinating network of canals. 88 comfortable guest rooms are spread over a 14 hectares property. Discover de excellent bar service and the Spa treatments in the newest lodge in Tortuguero. Pachira Lodge offers several packages for exploring the region, one of the most exotic ones of the world, characterized by its rich flora and fauna. In Sarapiqui: Landscape Foundation Belgium is a Belgian foundation, which revived the ancient and contemporary cultures of the indigenous, creating the Indigenous Cultures Museum and botanical gardens that represent all kind of plants that were used by these communities. It was officially recognized as a public interest project in 1997 by Costa Rica Government. The Sarapiqui Neotropical Center is located next to the Tirimbina Biological Reserve in Sarapiqui. The tribe is constructed following the pre-columbian model and 7

8 In Arenal : The Volcano Lodge Hotel has its own style, with lots of little touches that make it look and feel like a very welcoming place. Its location, on the side of the road and less than 10 minutes away from La Fortuna, gives you the opportunity of having quick and easy access to various activities in the area. It is one of the main hotels in the area, with 65 rooms, 2 restaurants, 2 swimming-pools, a outdoor Jacuzzi and nature trails, everything surrounded by a peaceful environment, for the enjoyment of the whole family or with your partner and a panoramic view of the Arenal Volcano. It counts with high quality amenities, always trying to make the stay as easy and pleasant as possible. An example of it is the excellent food of its restaurant, which is renowned in the area of La Fortuna, mainly for its seafood. PLANNED FLIGHTS 4th December Madrid / San Jose Departure: 1140h Arrival: 15.50h (local time) 12th December San Jose / Madrid Departure: 17.30h Arrival: 10.40h (13th December) OBSERVATIONS - Prices subject to availability at time of booking - Prices are calculated based on a minimum of 8 participants. In case of not reaching this number of participants, the organization has the right to cancel the trip. - Prices have been calculated based on the dollar exchange rate against the Euro on the date of fulfillment of the offer. Any fluctuations, either up or down can affect the final price of the trip. - Technical Organization. Transvia Travel Agency: CV-Mm048-V - Date of the offer: May

9 INFORMATION AND RESERVATIONS Telephone: jpablo@viajestransvia.com FOR DEPARTURES FROM OTHER CITIES PLEASE CONTACT US. 9