Costa Rica Bike Tour
Couples, Friends & Solos
6 days
5 nights
Activity Levels 2-4
Premiere & Deluxe Hotels
Costa Rica Bike Tour
Couples, Friends & Solos
6 days
5 nights
Activity Levels 2-4
Premiere & Deluxe Hotels
2024: Nov-Dec 2025: Jan-Apr, Nov-Dec 2026: Jan-Apr
Arenal Volcano to the Osa Peninsula
Consider some of the best days of your life—and include this week in Costa Rica. You'll bike amid enchanting scenery. Soak in hot springs, hike in a coastal rain forest, bliss out poolside and marvel at that majestic volcano. Love those papaya smoothies. Be greeted by howler monkeys. Six incredible days that will never be forgotten.
Highlights
- Bike past thriving rain forests, bountiful fruit groves, captivating villages and farming hamlets
- Ride in the shadow of imposing Arenal Volcano and enjoy a boat ride across its beautiful sister lake
- Rejuvenate in hot springs in a jungle oasis full of lush palms, colorful bromeliads and verdant ferns
- Experience off-the-beaten-path Costa Rica in the Osa Peninsula, one of the most biologically diverse places on Earth
Start/End San José
* Start/End locations may vary. Do not book flights until your trip details are confirmed.
Itinerary
Days 1-3
Ride on undulating roads through rain forests, over rivers, past fruit groves and farming hamlets • Clouds willing, the views of Arenal Volcano will be impressive! • Cool off with a refreshing fruit drink in La Fortuna • Take in majestic Arenal Volcano on a boat ride across Lake Arenal • Pedal part of the Vuelta al Lago bike race route • Sweet music to your ears? Listen for the call of howler monkeys far off in the trees • Join a cooking class and learn to make ceviche, patacones (fried green plantains) and mojitos • Bike rolling roads flanked by papaya, pineapple and yucca plantations • Soak in hot springs amid palms, bromeliads and ferns • The afternoon is yours to do as you choose—a zip-line adventure through the jungle treetops or a visit to the spa, perhaps?
Nights 1-3
Arenal Volcano is on display at this tranquil oasis, where each spacious bungalow offers a private deck with whirlpool tub and a secluded outdoor shower. A Small Luxury Hotels of the World member. Travel + Leisure World's Best. (pool, spa)
Days 4-6
A scenic flight whisks us to the Pacific coast • Cycle undulating roads along the Golfo Dulce to arrive in the Osa Peninsula, a biologically diverse gem • Watch for dolphins and humpback whales while taking in views of mountains beyond • Switch gears and join a local naturalist for a hike on the lush rain forest trails bordering world-renowned Corcovado National Park • Enjoy some downtime poolside, do some yoga or explore the local town of Puerto Jiménez.
Nights 4-5
This Hilton Curio Collection property nestles in the rain forest of the lush Osa Peninsula, named by National Geographic as "the most biologically intense place on Earth." (pool, spa)
What's Included
See moreStraight Talk
We want to make sure you're on the trip that's right for you. Every Backroads trip is unique and this one is no exception.
“Pura vida”, or “pure life”, is not just a Costa Rican greeting – it’s a state of mind. While Costa Rica’s tourist industry is well accustomed to welcoming foreign visitors, you may still notice that service here can lack a sense of urgency, reflecting the slower pace and relaxed approach to life that is typical throughout the region. As such, patience and a sense of humor are always recommended when traveling in Central America. Your Backroads leaders will be close by to ease the way.
Hotels
World-Class Hotels
Our hand-selected Premiere hotels offer exceptional hospitality and experiences as special as the regions we explore.
Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.
Nights 1-3
Premiere Hotel
Arenal Volcano is on display at this tranquil oasis, where each spacious bungalow offers a private deck with whirlpool tub and a secluded outdoor shower. A Small Luxury Hotels of the World member. Travel + Leisure World's Best. (pool, spa)
Nights 4-5
*Deluxe Hotel
This Hilton Curio Collection property nestles in the rain forest of the lush Osa Peninsula, named by National Geographic as "the most biologically intense place on Earth." (pool, spa)
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Bikes
Choose Your Perfect Bike
Our bikes are designed and built with specific cyclists and riding styles in mind, so we can always offer you a perfect ride. Please note that bike requests are subject to availability and prioritized based on the date they're submitted.
Included in your trip price
- Ideal for avid cyclists
- Responsive, efficient and comfortable
- Drop handlebars only
Included in your trip price
- Suited for a wide range of cyclists
- Comfortable ergonomic seat
- Long wheel base adds to the bike's control and stability
- Upright handlebars only
Included in your trip price
- One of the lightest e-bikes available
- Provides plenty of power and more than enough battery
- Lower top tubes for easier mounting and dismounting
- Upright handlebars only
- Limited availability on Unplugged Bike Tours; learn more
Min. age to ride e-bike: 16+
Dates & Prices
Dates & Prices
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