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THE SOUL OF COSTA RICA PROGRAM

Experience El Camino Beyond the Trail
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Walk the Country. Meet Its People. Discover Its Soul.

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Overview

Walk the Country. Meet Its People. Discover Its Soul.
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The Soul of Costa Rica is XTrekCR’s immersive way to experience El Camino de Costa Rica, a journey that goes far beyond hiking from the Caribbean to the Pacific.

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1. Aeropuerto Juan Santamaría-Alajuela

Provincia de Alajuela, Río Segundo, Costa Rica

2. Parismina

Limón, Parismina, Costa Rica

3. Escuela - Barra De Pacuare

6P9G+F23, Limón, San Rafael, Costa Rica

4. Muelle Goshen

5MCQ+WV4, Limón, Goshen, Costa Rica

5. Calle Cimarrones

C. Cimarrones, Limón, Siquirres, Costa Rica

6. Parque Nacional Barbilla

XGCP+R7C, Provincia de Cartago, Turrialba, Costa Rica

7. Lindavista

Limón, Lindavista, Costa Rica

8. Pacayitas

VCQ8+W32, Provincia de Cartago, Turrialba, Pacayitas, Costa Rica

9. Canadá

Provincia de Cartago, Turrialba, Canadá, Costa Rica

10. Pejivalle

Provincia de Cartago, Pejivalle, Costa Rica

11. Rio Macho Lodge

Unnamed Rd, Provincia de Cartago, Orosí, Costa Rica

12. Cabaña Reserva Palo Verde

Q37F+3C7 Palo Verde, Provincia de Cartago, El Guarco, Costa Rica

13. El Empalme

Provincia de Cartago, Dota, El Empalme, Costa Rica

14. Estación De Servicio El Cruce

San José, San Marcos cruce c meterio San José, San José, San Pablo, Costa Rica

15. NÁPOLES DE TARRAZÚ

JW4M+XM4, Carrt. Nápoles, San José, San Lorenzo, Nápoles, Costa Rica

16. Esquipulas Bird Paradise

San José, San Lorenzo, Esquipulas, Costa Rica

17. Quepos

Quepos, Provincia de Puntarenas, Quepos, Costa Rica

The Soul of Costa Rica

16-Day Coast-to-Coast Journey · 14 Days of Hiking
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Designed for travelers who want to truly connect with the country, the program combines remarkable hiking with rural communities, local culture, biodiversity, and authentic Costa Rican experiences along the route. More than reaching the Pacific, The Soul of Costa Rica is about discovering what lies between the two coasts: the landscapes, the communities, the stories, and the people who make Costa Rica unique.

What’s Included

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What's included

Airport Transfer

Airport Pick up and Drop off

Luggage Transfer Service

Luggage transfer between selected accommodations throughout the journey.

Sag Wagon Support

Support vehicle available on selected sections of the journey for logistical assistance and participant support.

Boat Transfer

From Caño Blanco to Parismina, and Barra Pacuare to Muelle Goshen

Accommodations

Part of the experience—from family-run lodges and rural homestays to small hotels and unique local stays.

Meals

Find in the day-by-day itinerary which meal is included with the symbols [B/L/D], they mean BREAKFAST / LUNCH / DINNER. Vegan and Vegetarian options available, if requested in advance.

Local Guides (Baqueanos)

Local people needed in 2 specific sections. One local indigenous is included in their Reserve.

Liability Local Insurance

Your journey is supported by local insurance coverage, including Civil Liability Insurance and Immediate Minor Risk Insurance, providing additional protection throughout your El Camino de Costa Rica experience.

Trip Coordinator

Your XTrekCR Trip Coordinator oversees the logistics, stays connected throughout your journey, and provides local assistance when needed

Full Logistics

Coordinate the logistics behind your journey, with continuous follow-up and local support throughout El Camino de Costa Rica.

What's not included

Flights

Alcoholic Drinks

Tips

Laundry

Personal Expenses

International Travel Insurance

Optional Tours

Extra Luggage Transfer

Pricing

Travel Together, Save Together
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Prices range from USD$2,325 to USD$2,865 per person, based on group size.

About Us

Local Expertise. Authentic Costa Rican Experiences
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We are a Costa Rican tour operator with deep local knowledge and hands-on experience along El Camino de Costa Rica, committed to creating well-planned, authentic journeys that connect travelers with the landscapes, communities, and people that make this route truly unique.

At XTREKCR, we specialize in hiking tourism and adventure experiences that connect people with nature in powerful, unforgettable ways. We're not just a tour company — we’re memory-makers. Every trail, every moment, and every view is carefully crafted to become a lasting story in your life.

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