Costa Rica, Nicaragua & Panama Itineraries
Choose from our ready-made holidaysDiscover your dream Central America itinerary with our tailored journeys through Costa Rica, Nicaragua or Panama (or all three!). We’ve created a range of inspiring ready-made itineraries which include domestic travel, small-scale accommodation and a selection of local experiences, all fully flexible to help you plan the perfect Costa Rica holiday for you.
If you’d like to get creative then take a look at our bite-sized trips which can be combined to build your own ideal holiday.
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Ready-made itineraries - Costa Rica, Nicaragua & Panama
This speedy itinerary will allow you to see all the highlights of Costa Rica and top it off with a few days on a quiet beach in less than two weeks. Start in the bustling city of San Jose before journeying deep into the Costa Rican jungle by boat and canoe.
This speedy itinerary will allow you to see all the highlights of Costa Rica and top it off with a few days on a quiet beach in less than two weeks. Start in the bustling city of San Jose before journeying deep into the Costa Rican jungle by boat and canoe.
This itinerary will take you on a whirlwind trip through the cultural and natural highlights of the country. Your journey will begin in the cosmopolitan city of San Jose before heading off to the relaxed Caribbean coast to whip up some tasty treats.
This itinerary will take you on a whirlwind trip through the cultural and natural highlights of the country. Your journey will begin in the cosmopolitan city of San Jose before heading off to the relaxed Caribbean coast to whip up some tasty treats.
Explore the remote jungles of Corcovado National Park, marvel at the mighty Arenal Volcano and spot dolphins off the Costa Ballena. This self-drive itinerary takes you through the highlands and down the Pacific coast to discover the variety Costa Rica has to offer.
Explore the remote jungles of Corcovado National Park, marvel at the mighty Arenal Volcano and spot dolphins off the Costa Ballena. This self-drive itinerary takes you through the highlands and down the Pacific coast to discover the variety Costa Rica has to offer.
Got three weeks to explore Costa Rica? Then this itinerary is for you! Get off the beaten track, hit up the highlights and get under the skin of this lush, varied country.
Got three weeks to explore Costa Rica? Then this itinerary is for you! Get off the beaten track, hit up the highlights and get under the skin of this lush, varied country.
If you’d like to see the less visited areas of Costa Rica, this is the itinerary for you. Begin in the cosmopolitan city of San Jose before heading off on a boat trip along the river and through the jungle.
If you’d like to see the less visited areas of Costa Rica, this is the itinerary for you. Begin in the cosmopolitan city of San Jose before heading off on a boat trip along the river and through the jungle.
If you’re travelling to Costa Rica over the school summer holidays, then this route works like a charm.
If you’re travelling to Costa Rica over the school summer holidays, then this route works like a charm.
Costa Rica and Nicaragua complement each other perfectly. Begin in the cosmopolitan city of San Jose before heading off to turtle beach for a boat trip along the river and through the jungle.
Costa Rica and Nicaragua complement each other perfectly. Begin in the cosmopolitan city of San Jose before heading off to turtle beach for a boat trip along the river and through the jungle.
Combine classic Costa Rica with the less-travelled treasures of Panama; travel through Costa Rica’s best loved jungles and beaches before journeying onwards into Panama.
Combine classic Costa Rica with the less-travelled treasures of Panama; travel through Costa Rica’s best loved jungles and beaches before journeying onwards into Panama.
With three destinations in just over a week, this itinerary really packs a punch. Begin by wandering the cobbled streets of Panama City and swing by the famous canal. Then it’s off the countryside as you head into the hills to learn about coffee.
With three destinations in just over a week, this itinerary really packs a punch. Begin by wandering the cobbled streets of Panama City and swing by the famous canal. Then it’s off the countryside as you head into the hills to learn about coffee.
Panamanian cuisine is an intoxicating fusion of different cultures and countries. Sample as much as you can as you travel from west to east.
Panamanian cuisine is an intoxicating fusion of different cultures and countries. Sample as much as you can as you travel from west to east.
In two weeks you’ll see just how diverse the small country of Panama really is. Check out the famous canal, lie back on a Bocas beach then head into the hills to learn how coffee is made.
In two weeks you’ll see just how diverse the small country of Panama really is. Check out the famous canal, lie back on a Bocas beach then head into the hills to learn how coffee is made.
This compact itinerary is ideal if you’re short on time. Wander through the streets of glorious Granada, try your hand at some traditional art work in Leon and watch an evening bat exodus.
This compact itinerary is ideal if you’re short on time. Wander through the streets of glorious Granada, try your hand at some traditional art work in Leon and watch an evening bat exodus.
Wander along colonial streets, help out with the evening meal at a local homestay then simply unwind on a white-sandy beach, tropical cocktail in hand. From the charming city of Granada you’ll head north to the San Ramon Community for a night with a local family before journeying to artistic Leon to discover the art of traditional painting.
Wander along colonial streets, help out with the evening meal at a local homestay then simply unwind on a white-sandy beach, tropical cocktail in hand. From the charming city of Granada you’ll head north to the San Ramon Community for a night with a local family before journeying to artistic Leon to discover the art of traditional painting.
See the highlights of Nicaragua with a Rickshaw twist in just 2 weeks. Begin amongst the colonial facades of Granada before taking some time out on Ometepe Island in Lake Nicaragua. Journey north to the coffee plantations of Matagalpa and learn to make tortillas with a local family in San Ramon.
See the highlights of Nicaragua with a Rickshaw twist in just 2 weeks. Begin amongst the colonial facades of Granada before taking some time out on Ometepe Island in Lake Nicaragua. Journey north to the coffee plantations of Matagalpa and learn to make tortillas with a local family in San Ramon.
Get ready to discover Nicaragua’s northern bounty. Bursting with coffee, tobacco and butterflies, it’s a lush, intriguing place just begging to be explored.
Get ready to discover Nicaragua’s northern bounty. Bursting with coffee, tobacco and butterflies, it’s a lush, intriguing place just begging to be explored.
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“I’ve visited Costa Rica a few times and it has never let me down. It’s packed with adventure; from volcanoes to cloudforests. Plus, being wildlife-mad, it’s perfect for me. I love its diversity and impressive conservation efforts.”