Central Valley Holidays

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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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Volcanoes, Rainforests and Exotic Wildlife - A Family Road Trip Across Costa Rica

Enjoy a nature-inspired family road trip across Costa Rica, taking in dramatic volcanoes and exotic wildlife

13 days, from £3100 to £4050

A Family Adventure Discovering Costa Rica’s Wild Side - From Jungle and Volcano Adventures to Relaxed Pacific Beach Days

Treat the whole family to 13 days in Costa Rica, swapping screens for volcano hikes, jungle wildlife and beach time on the Pacific Coast

13 days, from £3135 to £4195

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

A romantic retreat for nature-lovers – from volcano views and rich rainforest to blissful beaches

10 days, from £3300 to £4500

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

Share unforgettable family moments among volcanoes and rainforests, bookended by time in two breezy beach towns

14 days, from £3300 to £4300

A Road Trip for Adventurers - Wild Costa Rica Away from the Crowds

Discover off the beaten track Costa Rica in Turrialba, Cano Negro and Puriscal

12 days, from £4150 to £5100

Volcanic Landscapes and Island Life - Road Trip from Costa Rica to Nicaragua

16 days, from £4410 to £6000

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

Chase waterfalls on a guided hike to Vuelta del Cañon

14 days, from £7515 to £10430

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

Relax with spa treatments in a secluded lodge near San Jose

32 days, from £15215 to £24300

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