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Costa Rica
JUNE 10, 2013: (Depart from the USA.)
JUNE 11, 2013: SAN CARLOS (Journey to Sarchi, the hub of Costa Rica's arts and crafts trade, known for its ox-carts and leather rocking chairs You'll practice in a craft workshop, learning about the history methods of creating this brightly colored furniture before painting your own small souvenir to take home. Then continue to the San Carlos region in the shadow of the Arenal Volcanoe. In the afternoon, visit a local school to practice your Spanish with the students, discovering the similarities and differences between their typical school day and yours at home. This evening view the Arenal Volcano, among the most active volcanoes in the world. On a clear night, it may be possible to see the orange glow of lava flowing.)
JUNE 12, 2013: SAN CARLOS (Today, travel north to the Cano Negro and the Rio Frio. Comprised of swamp and marshlands, the area covers about 1,977 acres in the wet season. Enjoy a bout trip on the river while you share company with exotic creatures such as osprey, storks, caimans and monkeys, as well as the unique garfish, which have lungs, gills, and a nose. Lunch will be included today in the park. Return to San Carlos for the evening.)
JUNE 13, 2013: MONTEVERDE (Depart on your once-in-a-lifetime adventure of riding horseback from the Arenal area toward the lush cloud forest of Monteverde. Your bags will travel by bus and will meet you in Monteverde. Anyone unable to ride on horseback may travel on the touring bus. Arrive at your destination with a new understanding of how the local native populations traveled.
JUNE 14, 2013: MONTEVERDE (Today, explore this beautiful cloud forest. Founded in the 1950's by a group Quakers from Alabama. Monteverde Cloud Forest is home to more than 400 species of birds, 100 species of mammals and 2,500 species of plants. This afternoon you will swing far above the forest floor on the world famous Monteverde Canopy Tour.)
JUNE 15, 2013: PUNTARENAS (Observe the shift in landscape as you travel from the mountainous inland cloud forest to the beaches and Pacific breezesof Puntarenas on the Golfo de Nicoya. Enjoy time to relax on the beach and settle in to your new neighborhood.)
JUNE 16, 2013: PUNTARENAS (Depart early this morning for an excursion to Manuel Antonio National Park, one of the most stunning parks in Costa Rica with lush forests and pictureque white sand beaches. Explore the park and its wildlife before traveling to the Quepos area, once a major banana port. Here you'll discover the best of Costa Rican coastal cuisine with an afternoon cooking lesson. Learn about the ingredients and techniquwa used in traditional meals before joining together to prepare a sample dish. Return to Puntarenas for the evening.
JUNE 17, 2013: SAN JOSE (Say adios to the coast and drive through lush vegetaion back to San Jose. Celebrate the Tico culture of music and movement during a Costa Rican dance lesson with a local expert -- a festive and fun way to spend your last night in this beautiful country.)
JUNE 18, 2011: DEPARTURE ( Depart for the USA. Optional Extensions and Extra Nights: Further immerse yourself in the culture and wonders of Costa Rica with and extra night in San Jose, including the services of your ACIS Tour Manager.)
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