Overview
Dates: Jan 29 – Feb 6, 2027
Duration: 9 Days
Meals: 14
Lush forests and stunning waterfalls… rumbling volcanoes and endless coastlines… Costa Rica is a paradise teeming with exotic plants and incredible animals. Savor breathtaking beauty and fine sandy beaches.
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Must-See Included Travel Stops
- Enjoy the breathtaking scenery surrounding Arenal Volcano.
- Spot indigenous wildlife while on a Cano Negro riverboat cruise.
- Learn about Costa Rica’s vegetation on a guided walk in the cloud forest.
Culinary Inclusions
- Discover the history of coffee in Costa Rica during your visit to a coffee plantation.
- Learn about local farming practices and learn to make tortillas while having lunch at Don Juan Finca Educativa.
Explore Tropical Costa Rica
• Enjoy soaking in geothermal pools at your hotel during your 3-night stay in Arenal.
• Put your feet up and relax during a 2-night stay in Guanacaste known for the country’s most beautiful beaches.
Accommodations
Day 1: DoubleTree Cariari Hotel, San Jose
Days 2 – 4: Hotel Arenal Kioro Suites & Spa, Arenal
Days 5 – 6: El Establo, Monteverde
Days 7 – 8: Nammbu Beachfront, Bungalows, Guanacaste
Images coming soon.
*Please note on some dates alternate hotels may be used.
Price & Deposit Information
Prices below reflect air-inclusive rates. If you prefer to book your own flight or if your closest airport isn’t listed below, you will have the option to select traveler and deposit rates that don’t include airfare.
Price Per Person: $4,549*
Single accommodations are limited and are available on a first-come, first-served basis. A single or solo room has only one bed and may be smaller in size.
Included in this price:
- Round Trip Air from Savannah/Hilton Head
- Air Taxes and Fees/Surcharges
- Hotel Transfers
*All Rates are Per Person and are subject to change, based
on air inclusive package from SAV
Price per person: $3,949*
A double room has either one large bed or two smaller ones. Double rooms are perfect for couples or if you’re travelling with a companion and wish to share a room.
Included in this price:
- Round Trip Air from Savannah/Hilton Head
- Air Taxes and Fees/Surcharges
- Hotel Transfers
*All Rates are Per Person and are subject to change, based
on air inclusive package from SAV
Price per person: $3,919*
A triple room usually consists of a standard double room with two beds. A cot or fold-up bed may be added, but it depends on the room size and local fire codes. Triples are first come, first-served, as they are also very limited.
Included in this price:
- Round Trip Air from Savannah/Hilton Head
- Air Taxes and Fees/Surcharges
- Hotel Transfers
*All Rates are Per Person and are subject to change, based
on air inclusive package from SAV
Deposit: $698
Deposit Due Date: July 29, 2026 to be guaranteed a space.
Traveler Protection: $549
The travel protection program provides comprehensive coverage to safeguard your travel investment – from trip cancellation and interruption, to medical emergencies and baggage protection. For a small additional cost, you can have the invaluable peace of mind knowing you’re covered if the unexpected occurs during your travels. Travel Protection Payment is due with first deposit.
About Our Travel Partner
Collette® is an award winning tour operator and has been the leading tour operator since 1918.
Industry-leading Cancellation Waiver
With Collette’s Travel Plan Protection, you can cancel you trip for any reason, right up until the day before your departure and get a full refund, less the cost of the plan.
Hometown Pick Up
For alumni in Statesboro, your group travel includes a coach ride to and from the airport. If you’re not in the Savannah area, a private sedan service will escort you to and from the airport. *This service is included within a 50-mile radius from more than 90 airport gateways.
Expert Tour Managers
Each Collette tour is guided by a regionally-based expert. This means that from the moment you touch down until the moment you leave, you’ll be in the hands of a trusted Tour Manager with insider knowledge about the culture, language, and history of your destination.
The Collette Passport Club
The Collette Passport Club rewards you for every trip you take… and as you continue checking tours off your bucket list, you can unlock even more perks along the journey.
Travel Program Frequently Asked Questions
For questions regarding any trip or to make a payment, please contact Collette directly at 800-581-8942 and a group services representative will assist you. Please be sure to reference your trip number when calling.
Payment Options:
- Log in to the Collette customer portal to make a payment.
- Use the invoice you received for your trip.
- Use the payment link included in your trip confirmation email.
Georgia Southern University Contact:
Ava Edwards, avaedwards@georgiasouthern.edu
Our travel program is open to all alumni, friends, and children 5 and up.
When you explore any of the destinations above with fellow Eagles, a portion of your booking directly funds student scholarships at Georgia Southern.
Please contact Ava Edwards at avaedwards@georgiasouthern.edu to learn more about alumni travel program and trip specifics.
- Travelers receive a 5% Loyalty Credit on their next Collette tour when travel is completed within 24 months of the original trip
- Travelers receive a 3% Loyalty Credit on tours completed within 25-36 months of the original trip.
Learn more about common questions asked about travelling with Collette Travel Team here.
Questions or Payment Assistance
For questions regarding any trip or to make a payment, please contact Collette directly at 800-581-8942 and a group services representative will assist you. Please be sure to reference your trip number when calling.
Payment Options:
- Log in to the Collette customer portal to make a payment.
- Use the invoice you received for your trip.
- Use the payment link included in your trip confirmation email.
Georgia Southern University Contact:
Ava Edwards, avaedwards@georgiasouthern.edu
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