Costa Rica Tours - Exploring Beautiful Costa Rica1524924

Once you have decided that Costa Rica is the choice for your next vacation, you will need to determine exactly which regions you want to visit and which attractions or activities you do not want to miss. Are you looking for a relaxing, all-inclusive beach vacation? Do you want to swing from the trees with the monkeys in the rain forest? Perhaps a rejuvenating eco-spa experience, or a few days in the vibrant city of San Jose followed by a tour of Costa Rica's volcanoes and coffee plantations?

The main question however, is whether to explore this magnificent country independently, or whether to choose one of the many Costa Rica vacation packages  or superb escorted tours on offer. Both options will guarantee a vacation to remember, but the decision really does depend on what exactly you are looking for, the level of activity you are planning on and how much travel experience and savvy you have.

Group Guided Tours in Costa Rica

If this is your first time abroad, or if you prefer to avoid the challenges and potential language barriers of foreign travel then it may be a good idea to select from one of the incredible guided tours of Costa Rica that are available. (see below) An inexperienced traveler would benefit from sitting back, relaxing, and letting some-one else take care of the details, such as getting around, parking, and admission to attractions. With the aid of a knowledgeable guide, you could see much more within a certain timeframe than if you attempted the same itinerary yourself, and you would be able to take advantage of their experience and expertise, therefore ensuring a hassle free and enjoyable tour.

With tours ranging from 3 to 14 nights, there is something for everyone, whatever your interest.

Of course many people prefer to enjoy the freedom and flexibility that comes from traveling with family and friends, without the aid of a guide. Return visitors to Costa Rica will already have a fairly clear understanding of what the country has to offer, and how to get around with relative ease. Independent travelers will almost always fly into the capital city of San Jose, and then proceed to another region either by car, bus or airplane. Doing so is not as testing as in many other countries, and is fairly inexpensive. Luxury all-inclusive resorts await on Costa Rica's beaches, so even if you are traveling without a tour or a guide, spending time at a beach resort allows for a relaxing and pampered vacation regardless.

However, Costa Rica is such a diverse, interesting and multi-faceted country that even for the experienced traveler, a tour or package is truly an excellent way to really experience all that it has to offer, and discover much more in addition.