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“ The tour guide was so smart and knowledgeable that you enjoy to learn from him Dariush our guide Could speak 4-5 languages without any accent. ” in 3 reviews

“ I recommend to all my family and friends to choose Amiri tour for travel around the world and in the USA . ” in 4 reviews

“ I have taken their tours including Russia, South America, China, costa Rica , Vietnam and Cambodia, etc. ” in 4 reviews

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19545 Ventura Blvd

Tarzana, CA 91356

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If I could give more than 5 stars I would!!!! I just got back from unforgettable vacation. Mr Dariush is the best tour guide, I highly recommend traveling with Amiri travel Everything is taking care of from the beginning to the end, Thank you

Nov 27, 2023

Dear Negin, It was our absolute pleasure having guests like you on our Egypt/Dubai tour. We noticed in the photos that you bought colorful outfits in each destination and you and your friends looked very photogenic. With your permission we would like to use a few for our Instagram and Facebook page.

We went to Japan I was told you need to take some food since Japanese don't eat as much but we were fed so much that now I am back on my diet to lose those extra ponds We had a wonderful time. The tour guide was so smart and knowledgeable that you enjoy to learn from him Dariush our guide Could speak 4-5 languages without any accent. He went way out of his way to please everyone , that is almost impossible and he did my best wishes for him Thanks Darioush Jan

ok folks, so since 2017 that I wrote my 3 stars review, I have travelled with Amiri Tour and Travel multiple times. From the onset, the travel agents working in the office go out of their way to book the most convenient flights for you. I have taken their tours including Russia, South America, China, costa Rica, Vietnam and Cambodia, etc. I must say that the tours have improved day by day and are very organized. Amiri picks the best 5 star hotels and the tour guides are true professionals. I've had the pleasure of having Darius, Amir, and Ehsan as my tour guides and they are excellent in organizing the tour, are very knowledgeable about the history and attractions of visited cities and countries, and most of all very pleasant to have as co travelers. I cannot wait for my next trip with the Amiri crew. 5 stars, well deserved.

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Ok, we took the tour of Asia. The cities included Bangkok, Singapore, and Bali. I will be lying if I say we did not have fun, because we did. Here is a list of the things we enjoyed: 1- The price was reasonable. 2- The hotels were very nice and in very good locations. 3- The events and excursions were very organized, and done per schedule. 4- We had a dedicated tour guide who met us in Bangkok, and stayed with us during the entire tour. His name was Ehsan. He was very cordial, well informed, and over all a very pleasant gentleman, he was the main reason we had as much fun as we did. Here are the issues which can definately be improved: 1- The itenarary which was mailed to us was very vague and incomplete. For example nowhere on the itenarary mentioned the names of the hotels we were suppose to go to. That caused a big issue in Bangkok where on the immigration form, we needed to list the place we were suppose to stay. I ended up calling their office in California using my cell phone, was lucky to get an answer while waiting on passport lane. But other people were not as lucky. One couple were held by authorities until some of us made it out and informed the tour guides. 2- We were never told the details about the excursions that were optional and how much they cost. A big issue because they only accepted American dollars and practically no one had enough money to accomodate, and no credit cards were accepted either. So we ended up getting cash from ATM in local currency and had to pay another service charge to re convert to US dollars. 3- The very last day, we had to check out at 12 noon and our flight was not until 1 am the next day, that put a huge burdon on us, and we were forced to either hang around the hotel without a room for 12 hours, or pay more money to go on additional excursions. We raised the issue with the agency on a phone call. Ovrall, the California office customer service should exhibit more understanding and be more receptive to customer complaints. 4- They took us to Asia going Eastward, which was very tiring. We flew to Doha in middle east for 14 hours, then another 8 hours to Bangkok. Normally it makes sense to go West. Shorter flight, less tiring. Conclusion: we had fun, and we owe it to Ehsan our tour guide, and our tour mates who turned out to be wonderful people. We made very good friends and we are not sorry we took the tour. I hope Amiri travel makes some improvements and make these trips more worthy. I recommend that they provide more details of the excursions that are not inculded in the tour and tell the travellers how much they cost.

One of the best tour, by good service and carrying , experience staff , o had a great time with them in Santa Barbara

Amiri travel, Dariush Adl the best tour guide , I travel with Amiri travel twice, both times I had best services , very very good hotels, most of the time, next to beaches. Amiri travel every day has plan which all activities and tickets payed by Amiri tour. For the First time when I travel to Crocia, Slovenia and Serbia Amiri tour had two very knowledgeable tour guides Dariush Adl and Amir, second trip to Costa Rica was only Dariush Adl, Dariush is a very knowledgeable, his history and geography is unbelievable and also he is multi language speaker plus he is a very kind and patiently answering to our same questions again and again . I recommend to all my family and friends to choose Amiri tour for travel around the world and in the USA . Amiri travel is the best tour I ever experienced thanks Amiri tour and Dariush Adl. Kathy N.

Thank you dear Kathy for your kind review. We are glad that you have enjoyed our Croatia, Slovenia and Serbia tour as well as our Costa Rica adventure tour. Thank you also for praising our popular tour leaders, Dariush has been with us for 25 years and Amir for 10 and we are proud of them. We hope to see you on many other tours along with your family.

I was recently in the Portugal and Spain tour with 52 more people. The hotel in Madrid was a three star hotel with a poor service and the only one receptionist which serviced the entire hotel who was standing in the front counter couldn't speak and understand English language. This hotel located approximately one hour outside of the City of Madrid. The heater was not working in the temperature of 40-50 degrees Fahrenheit entire time we were there and in consequence everyone in our tour got cold. It was a terrible experience with this travel agency.

I just came back from unforgettable vacation with Amiri travel and I don't know how can I explain my experience with this trip, just I have to say Thank you soooooo much to Amiri tour and travel for the excellent service &organizing wonderful trip with amazing tour leaders specially dear dariyoush aziz , i am highly grateful and recommend to my family and friends and others THANK YOU AMIRI TRAVEL

Dear Ghazaleh, thank you for this wonderful review of your France/Italy tour even though we had a mishap with the airline which was well beyond our control. We always strive to give the best service to our dear customers and are very proud of our tour leaders. We hope to see and your family on many other tours and will strive to make sure you always have a stellar time.

very unprofessional very rude people don't ever buy a ticket from them they disrespect you watch when u buy from they cancel a ticket and they don't refund you i never ever imagine such a bad business is out there that they are ripping off poor people don't go there bad business

I appreciate an honest answer and they have always given me one. I have taken a couple of tours with AmiriTravel and they were awesome. No one has asked me for this review and I am providing it because good service must be recognized. I definitely will travel with AmiriTravel again and highly recommend them.

Dear Nader, we are pleased you enjoyed your tours to Costa Rica and Canada and thank you for the kind review. We hope to see you in future destinations in Europe, Asia and South America.

Hands down, the worst airline agency. I highly recommend getting your tickets from a different airline agency.

Sep 23, 2023

Sorry that you did not get the service or prices we provided. Apparently you were shopping around and asked for ticket prices and we gave you the information you needed with the utmost courtesy. Everyone is free to buy their tickets from any agency or online. Personally if I go to a restaurant and I see the menu is too expensive, I either don't eat there or test to see if the food is worth the price, I don't trash the restaurant just because their listed prices seemed high to me.

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Requirements

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• Entry Requirements

Welcome to Costa Rica!

Requirements to enter the country.

Entry to Costa Rica has been opened to tourists from all countries.

All tourists must comply with the immigration processes established in the General Immigration and Aliens Act (Ley General de Migración y Extrangería).

During your visit in Costa Rica, you are required to comply with the health protocols put in place by private companies when participating in any tourism activities in the country.

In accordance with Article 42 of the General Law on Immigration and Aliens (No. 8764) and Article 30 of the Immigration Control Regulation (Executive Decree No. 36769-G), foreign nationals intending to enter Costa Rica must provide:

• A valid passport or travel document. Passports and travel documents will only be accepted if they can be read electronically in line with the guidelines established by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) and must be valid for the period set forth in these guidelines.
• Visa, if required under these guidelines.
• Proof of economic means, with a minimum of US$100.00 (one hundred US dollars) per month or partial month of legal stay in the country.
• Return ticket to the country of origin or plan of onward travel that includes the next destination.
• No impediment to entering Costa Rican territory.

MAXIMUM STAY:

The maximum legal stay for foreign nationals will be determined by the immigration agent upon their entry into the country.

Countries in the first group: UP TO 180 CALENDAR DAYS, NON-EXTENDABLE 

Countries in the second group: UP TO 30 CALENDAR DAYS

Countries in the third group: UP TO 30 CALENDAR DAYS, EXTENDABLE

Countries in the fourth group: UP TO 30 CALENDAR DAYS, EXTENDABLE

Please remember:

• In order to enter Costa Rica, you will need a ticket for a return flight, which the immigration official will ask to see when you arrive. It is recommended that you make a photocopy of your passport with the entry stamp, which you should carry with you at all times during your stay.
• The number of days you are permitted to stay in Costa Rica will depend on the group your country of origin belongs to.
• The immigration official may ask you to demonstrate that you have the funds needed for your stay in the country.
• The immigration official may indicate in your passport that your permitted stay will be for a different amount of time.
• Visitors to Costa Rica must have a valid passport and proof that they will be leaving the country before their visa or entry stamp expires.

All travelers must therefore have a ticket for return or onward travel.

Non-residents must have a ticket for return or onward travel if they:

Are arriving on a one-way ticket.

Are entering the country with a return ticket that is more than 90 days after their date of arrival.

Are flying to Costa Rica and flying out of a different country.

By law, a return or onward travel ticket may be on one of the following means of approved commercial transportation:

• A pre-purchased bus ticket out of the country.
• A pre-purchased flight out of the country.
• Proof of passage on a cruise ship.

Obligatory declarations when entering or leaving Costa Rica:

When entering or leaving a port of entry to Costa Rica, if you are carrying an amount equal to or greater than US$10,000 in cash or securities, or its equivalent in other currencies, you must request and complete the form designated for this purpose in the immigration checkpoint and present it to the Customs Authority for verification. The declaration must be made before finalizing the corresponding immigration procedures.

Failure to follow the provisions of Costa Rican law (No. 8204, Article 35) will result in the immediate forfeiture of the money.

What kind of vaccines do visitors to Costa Rica need?

As of July 30, 2007, Costa Rican authorities require all travelers from the following countries to have a certificate of vaccination against yellow fever: Angola, Benin, Burkina Faso, Cameroon, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Gabon, The Gambia, Guinea, Liberia, Nigeria, Sierra Leone, Sudan, Bolivia, Venezuela, Brazil, Peru, Colombia and Ecuador, as well as the Republic of Guyana.

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Be aware of current health issues in Costa Rica. Learn how to protect yourself.

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• Dengue in the Americas April 18, 2024 Dengue is a risk in many parts of Central and South America, Mexico, and the Caribbean. Some countries are reporting increased numbers of cases of the disease. Travelers to the Americas can protect themselves by preventing mosquito bites. Destination List: Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, including the Galápagos Islands, French Guiana (France), Guadeloupe, Guatemala, Martinique (France), Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Turks and Caicos Islands (U.K.), Uruguay

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Check the vaccines and medicines list and visit your doctor at least a month before your trip to get vaccines or medicines you may need. If you or your doctor need help finding a location that provides certain vaccines or medicines, visit the Find a Clinic page.

Routine vaccines

Recommendations.

Make sure you are up-to-date on all routine vaccines before every trip. Some of these vaccines include

• Chickenpox (Varicella)
• Diphtheria-Tetanus-Pertussis
• Flu (influenza)
• Measles-Mumps-Rubella (MMR)

Immunization schedules

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please see  Your COVID-19 Vaccination  for more information. 

COVID-19 vaccine

Hepatitis A

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to Costa Rica.

Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A. The dose does not count toward the routine 2-dose series.

Travelers allergic to a vaccine component or who are younger than 6 months should receive a single dose of immune globulin, which provides effective protection for up to 2 months depending on dosage given.

Unvaccinated travelers who are over 40 years old, immunocompromised, or have chronic medical conditions planning to depart to a risk area in less than 2 weeks should get the initial dose of vaccine and at the same appointment receive immune globulin.

Hepatitis A - CDC Yellow Book

Dosing info - Hep A

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Costa Rica. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Costa Rica.

Hepatitis B - CDC Yellow Book

Dosing info - Hep B

CDC recommends that travelers going to certain areas of Costa Rica take prescription medicine to prevent malaria. Depending on the medicine you take, you will need to start taking this medicine multiple days before your trip, as well as during and after your trip. Talk to your doctor about which malaria medication you should take.

Find  country-specific information  about malaria.

Malaria - CDC Yellow Book

Considerations when choosing a drug for malaria prophylaxis (CDC Yellow Book)

Malaria information for Costa Rica.

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.

All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according to  CDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel .

Measles (Rubeola) - CDC Yellow Book

Costa Rica is free of dog rabies. However, rabies may still be present in wildlife species, particularly bats. CDC recommends rabies vaccination before travel only for people working directly with wildlife. These people may include veterinarians, animal handlers, field biologists, or laboratory workers working with specimens from mammalian species.

Rabies - CDC Yellow Book

Recommended for most travelers, especially those staying with friends or relatives or visiting smaller cities or rural areas.

Typhoid - CDC Yellow Book

Dosing info - Typhoid

Yellow Fever

Required for travelers ≥9 months old arriving from countries with risk for YF virus transmission. 1 Included in this requirement are travelers arriving from Tanzania and Zambia, and designated areas of: Colombia (the entire country, except the cities of Barranquilla, Bogotá, Cali, Cartagena, and Medellín, and the archipelago department, San Andrés and Providencia); Ecuador (the provinces of Morona-Santiago, Napo, Orellana, Pastaza, Sucumbíos, and Zamora-Chinchipe, and excluding the rest of the country); Paraguay (the entire country, except the city of Asunción); Peru (the entire country, except the cities of Cusco and Lima, the regions of Cajamarca, Lambayeque, Piura, and Tumbes, and the highland tourist areas of Machu Picchu and the Inca Trail); Trinidad & Tobago (the entire country, except the urban areas of Port of Spain; travelers with itineraries limited to the island of Tobago, and travelers with airport transits or layovers are also exempt from this requirement). Travelers arriving from Argentina and Panama are exempt from this requirement.

Yellow Fever - CDC Yellow Book

Avoid contaminated water

Leptospirosis

How most people get sick (most common modes of transmission)

• Touching urine or other body fluids from an animal infected with leptospirosis
• Swimming or wading in urine-contaminated fresh water, or contact with urine-contaminated mud
• Drinking water or eating food contaminated with animal urine
• Avoid contaminated water and soil

Clinical Guidance

Avoid bug bites, chagas disease (american trypanosomiasis).

• Accidentally rub feces (poop) of the triatomine bug into the bug bite, other breaks in the skin, your eyes, or mouth
• From pregnant woman to her baby, contaminated blood products (transfusions), or contaminated food or drink.
• Avoid Bug Bites

Chagas disease

• Mosquito bite

Leishmaniasis

• Sand fly bite
• An infected pregnant woman can spread it to her unborn baby

Airborne & droplet

• Breathing in air or accidentally eating food contaminated with the urine, droppings, or saliva of infected rodents
• Bite from an infected rodent
• Less commonly, being around someone sick with hantavirus (only occurs with Andes virus)
• Avoid rodents and areas where they live
• Avoid sick people

Tuberculosis (TB)

• Breathe in TB bacteria that is in the air from an infected and contagious person coughing, speaking, or singing.

Learn actions you can take to stay healthy and safe on your trip. Vaccines cannot protect you from many diseases in Costa Rica, so your behaviors are important.

Eat and drink safely

Food and water standards around the world vary based on the destination. Standards may also differ within a country and risk may change depending on activity type (e.g., hiking versus business trip). You can learn more about safe food and drink choices when traveling by accessing the resources below.

• Choose Safe Food and Drinks When Traveling
• Water Treatment Options When Hiking, Camping or Traveling
• Global Water, Sanitation and Hygiene | Healthy Water
• Avoid Contaminated Water During Travel

You can also visit the  Department of State Country Information Pages  for additional information about food and water safety.

Prevent bug bites

Bugs (like mosquitoes, ticks, and fleas) can spread a number of diseases in Costa Rica. Many of these diseases cannot be prevented with a vaccine or medicine. You can reduce your risk by taking steps to prevent bug bites.

What can I do to prevent bug bites?

• Cover exposed skin by wearing long-sleeved shirts, long pants, and hats.
• Use an appropriate insect repellent (see below).
• Use permethrin-treated clothing and gear (such as boots, pants, socks, and tents). Do not use permethrin directly on skin.
• Stay and sleep in air-conditioned or screened rooms.
• Use a bed net if the area where you are sleeping is exposed to the outdoors.

What type of insect repellent should I use?

• FOR PROTECTION AGAINST TICKS AND MOSQUITOES: Use a repellent that contains 20% or more DEET for protection that lasts up to several hours.
• Picaridin (also known as KBR 3023, Bayrepel, and icaridin)
• Oil of lemon eucalyptus (OLE) or para-menthane-diol (PMD)
• 2-undecanone
• Always use insect repellent as directed.

What should I do if I am bitten by bugs?

• Avoid scratching bug bites, and apply hydrocortisone cream or calamine lotion to reduce the itching.
• Check your entire body for ticks after outdoor activity. Be sure to remove ticks properly.

What can I do to avoid bed bugs?

Although bed bugs do not carry disease, they are an annoyance. See our information page about avoiding bug bites for some easy tips to avoid them. For more information on bed bugs, see Bed Bugs .

For more detailed information on avoiding bug bites, see Avoid Bug Bites .

Stay safe outdoors

If your travel plans in Costa Rica include outdoor activities, take these steps to stay safe and healthy during your trip.

• Stay alert to changing weather conditions and adjust your plans if conditions become unsafe.
• Prepare for activities by wearing the right clothes and packing protective items, such as bug spray, sunscreen, and a basic first aid kit.
• Consider learning basic first aid and CPR before travel. Bring a travel health kit with items appropriate for your activities.
• If you are outside for many hours in heat, eat salty snacks and drink water to stay hydrated and replace salt lost through sweating.
• Protect yourself from UV radiation : use sunscreen with an SPF of at least 15, wear protective clothing, and seek shade during the hottest time of day (10 a.m.–4 p.m.).
• Be especially careful during summer months and at high elevation. Because sunlight reflects off snow, sand, and water, sun exposure may be increased during activities like skiing, swimming, and sailing.
• Very cold temperatures can be dangerous. Dress in layers and cover heads, hands, and feet properly if you are visiting a cold location.

Stay safe around water

• Swim only in designated swimming areas. Obey lifeguards and warning flags on beaches.
• Practice safe boating—follow all boating safety laws, do not drink alcohol if driving a boat, and always wear a life jacket.
• Do not dive into shallow water.
• Do not swim in freshwater in developing areas or where sanitation is poor.
• Avoid swallowing water when swimming. Untreated water can carry germs that make you sick.
• To prevent infections, wear shoes on beaches where there may be animal waste.

Keep away from animals

Most animals avoid people, but they may attack if they feel threatened, are protecting their young or territory, or if they are injured or ill. Animal bites and scratches can lead to serious diseases such as rabies.

Follow these tips to protect yourself:

• Do not touch or feed any animals you do not know.
• Do not allow animals to lick open wounds, and do not get animal saliva in your eyes or mouth.
• Avoid rodents and their urine and feces.
• Traveling pets should be supervised closely and not allowed to come in contact with local animals.
• If you wake in a room with a bat, seek medical care immediately. Bat bites may be hard to see.

All animals can pose a threat, but be extra careful around dogs, bats, monkeys, sea animals such as jellyfish, and snakes. If you are bitten or scratched by an animal, immediately:

• Wash the wound with soap and clean water.
• Go to a doctor right away.
• Tell your doctor about your injury when you get back to the United States.

Consider buying medical evacuation insurance. Rabies is a deadly disease that must be treated quickly, and treatment may not be available in some countries.

Reduce your exposure to germs

Follow these tips to avoid getting sick or spreading illness to others while traveling:

• Wash your hands often, especially before eating.
• If soap and water aren’t available, clean hands with hand sanitizer (containing at least 60% alcohol).
• Don’t touch your eyes, nose, or mouth. If you need to touch your face, make sure your hands are clean.
• Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue or your sleeve (not your hands) when coughing or sneezing.
• Try to avoid contact with people who are sick.
• If you are sick, stay home or in your hotel room, unless you need medical care.

Avoid sharing body fluids

Diseases can be spread through body fluids, such as saliva, blood, vomit, and semen.

Protect yourself:

• Use latex condoms correctly.
• Do not inject drugs.
• Limit alcohol consumption. People take more risks when intoxicated.
• Do not share needles or any devices that can break the skin. That includes needles for tattoos, piercings, and acupuncture.
• If you receive medical or dental care, make sure the equipment is disinfected or sanitized.

Know how to get medical care while traveling

Plan for how you will get health care during your trip, should the need arise:

• Carry a list of local doctors and hospitals at your destination.
• Review your health insurance plan to determine what medical services it would cover during your trip. Consider purchasing travel health and medical evacuation insurance.
• Carry a card that identifies, in the local language, your blood type, chronic conditions or serious allergies, and the generic names of any medications you take.
• Some prescription drugs may be illegal in other countries. Call Costa Rica’s embassy to verify that all of your prescription(s) are legal to bring with you.
• Bring all the medicines (including over-the-counter medicines) you think you might need during your trip, including extra in case of travel delays. Ask your doctor to help you get prescriptions filled early if you need to.

Many foreign hospitals and clinics are accredited by the Joint Commission International. A list of accredited facilities is available at their website ( www.jointcommissioninternational.org ).

In some countries, medicine (prescription and over-the-counter) may be substandard or counterfeit. Bring the medicines you will need from the United States to avoid having to buy them at your destination.

Select safe transportation

Motor vehicle crashes are the #1 killer of healthy US citizens in foreign countries.

In many places cars, buses, large trucks, rickshaws, bikes, people on foot, and even animals share the same lanes of traffic, increasing the risk for crashes.

Be smart when you are traveling on foot.

• Use sidewalks and marked crosswalks.
• Pay attention to the traffic around you, especially in crowded areas.
• Remember, people on foot do not always have the right of way in other countries.

Riding/Driving

Choose a safe vehicle.

• Choose official taxis or public transportation, such as trains and buses.
• Ride only in cars that have seatbelts.
• Avoid overcrowded, overloaded, top-heavy buses and minivans.
• Avoid riding on motorcycles or motorbikes, especially motorbike taxis. (Many crashes are caused by inexperienced motorbike drivers.)
• Choose newer vehicles—they may have more safety features, such as airbags, and be more reliable.
• Choose larger vehicles, which may provide more protection in crashes.

Think about the driver.

• Do not drive after drinking alcohol or ride with someone who has been drinking.
• Consider hiring a licensed, trained driver familiar with the area.
• Arrange payment before departing.

Follow basic safety tips.

• Wear a seatbelt at all times.
• Sit in the back seat of cars and taxis.
• When on motorbikes or bicycles, always wear a helmet. (Bring a helmet from home, if needed.)
• Avoid driving at night; street lighting in certain parts of Costa Rica may be poor.
• Do not use a cell phone or text while driving (illegal in many countries).
• Travel during daylight hours only, especially in rural areas.
• If you choose to drive a vehicle in Costa Rica, learn the local traffic laws and have the proper paperwork.
• Get any driving permits and insurance you may need. Get an International Driving Permit (IDP). Carry the IDP and a US-issued driver's license at all times.
• Check with your auto insurance policy's international coverage, and get more coverage if needed. Make sure you have liability insurance.
• Avoid using local, unscheduled aircraft.
• If possible, fly on larger planes (more than 30 seats); larger airplanes are more likely to have regular safety inspections.
• Try to schedule flights during daylight hours and in good weather.

Medical Evacuation Insurance

If you are seriously injured, emergency care may not be available or may not meet US standards. Trauma care centers are uncommon outside urban areas. Having medical evacuation insurance can be helpful for these reasons.

Helpful Resources

Road Safety Overseas (Information from the US Department of State): Includes tips on driving in other countries, International Driving Permits, auto insurance, and other resources.

The Association for International Road Travel has country-specific Road Travel Reports available for most countries for a minimal fee.

For information traffic safety and road conditions in Costa Rica, see Travel and Transportation on US Department of State's country-specific information for Costa Rica .

Maintain personal security

Use the same common sense traveling overseas that you would at home, and always stay alert and aware of your surroundings.

Before you leave

• Research your destination(s), including local laws, customs, and culture.
• Monitor travel advisories and alerts and read travel tips from the US Department of State.
• Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) .
• Leave a copy of your itinerary, contact information, credit cards, and passport with someone at home.
• Pack as light as possible, and leave at home any item you could not replace.

While at your destination(s)

• Carry contact information for the nearest US embassy or consulate .
• Carry a photocopy of your passport and entry stamp; leave the actual passport securely in your hotel.
• Follow all local laws and social customs.
• Do not wear expensive clothing or jewelry.
• Always keep hotel doors locked, and store valuables in secure areas.
• If possible, choose hotel rooms between the 2nd and 6th floors.

Healthy Travel Packing List

Use the Healthy Travel Packing List for Costa Rica for a list of health-related items to consider packing for your trip. Talk to your doctor about which items are most important for you.

Why does CDC recommend packing these health-related items?

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Our team of dedicated professionals is here to design tailor-made vacations in Costa Rica that exceed your expectations. With our extensive knowledge of Costa Rica’s breathtaking landscapes, diverse ecosystems, and vibrant culture, we will curate personalized itineraries that showcase the best of what this beautiful country has to offer. Experience the wonders of Costa Rica with CRS Tours and make your dream vacations in Costa Rica a reality.

Why choose CRS Tours? We go beyond the ordinary to create extraordinary travel experiences tailored just for you. From thrilling adventures to serene getaways, we curate a diverse range of tours that showcase the unique beauty and culture of Costa Rica.

With over 20 years of experience, we have established ourselves as trusted experts in the industry. As a fully licensed travel agency recognized by the Costa Rican Tourism Board (ICT), we guarantee the highest standards of quality and value for our worldwide clientele.

Let us take you on a journey through Costa Rica’s verdant landscapes, from the sinuous coasts of the South Pacific to the warm plains of the Northern. Immerse yourself in the lush essence that climbs splendid mountains like the Cordillera de Talamanca, or discover the secrets of ancestral volcanoes such as Poás, Irazú, or Turrialba.

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Paradise beaches.

Yes :), just like in the movies

The most beautiful mountains in the tropics can be found in Costa Rica

Love in paradise

The most important moment in your lives deserves a place to match

The magic of the most beautiful volcanoes in Latin America.

Rafting, hiking, trekking, canopy and active adventure in Costa Rica.

Stunning wildlife

The most impressive animals in Costa Rica: Sloths, Jaguars, Margay, Green Turtles, Pizote, Red Frogs, Iguanas, Capuchin Monkeys.

Birds and more birds

If you love birds, this is a place to discover and observe the most beautiful ones!

Ecological country

Costa Rica has been a pioneer in the protection of peace and nature.

WELCOME TO AN ENCHANTING COSTA RICAN EXPERIENCE.

What people say about us 🙂

I hardly know where to start in describing how helpful CRS was during our week long trip to Costa Rica. First, they helped put together exactly the itinerary that I ask for. I expected that. What I did not expect is that they rescheduled an activity for me when our plane was 2 1/2 hours late in arriving, and cancelled another activity when it became clear that we could not make it. They were literally available 24 hours a day for emergencies and the customer service was superb. Most impressive was the help they gave in dealing with the car rental agency when we had a minor accident on a very rainy muddy road. They were able to negotiate insurance coverage when I could get nowhere with the rental agency. I can confidently say that CRS tours will have your back every step of the way in your Costa Rican vacation. Each and every agent with which I dealt put forth every effort to make me happy. If I could, I would give them more than 5 stars. I highly recommend CRS tours.

Our Traveler Planer Jimena Rodriguez from CRS tour help us for 12 days tour to San José, Arenal/Fortuna, Flamingo, Monteverde, Quepos/Manuel Antonio. We did not have any problem. everything went well. I recommend this tour company to others.

We booked the Romantic Adventure Tour from CRS tours for our honeymoon, and it was a wonderful and unforgettable experience. CRS gave us some great options for excursions and lodging – we enjoyed every place we stayed. We also tacked on an extra day in San Jose and signed up for a food tour. All of the excursions and tours were on time, very professional, and great experiences! They even had a rental car company meet us at our white water rafting exit with our rental car. Another couple recommended CRS tours to us, and I’m so glad they did. The prices were also better than other companies that I received quotes from. I would certainly recommend CRS Tours to anyone looking to travel in Costa Rica for the first time.

One of the BEST well organized adventures I’ve been on. CRS developed a trip to our specifications, staying at Eco friendly lodges/hotels and provided an opportunity to see the many diverse landscapes of the country. We drove 1500 kms over 23 days, with no issues. The car was great, good on gas, Wifi was awesome in the car using the WAZE app, the routes where well planned out,so we got to see SO MUCH of the country,from the Pacific Coast – to the Caribbean, inland to the volcano’s and up to the cloud forest and more.Each check in was flawless and everything was beyond our expectations. .Costa Rica is an outdoor paradise, with Birds, unbelievable beaches, stunning landscapes, unforgettable sunsets and sunrises, and the people are friendly and kind. This was a trip that will be remembered all thankx to the professionalism of CRS. THANK YOU!!!

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Tour Highlight

• 12 days, 10 nights
• Flights (non-stop each way)
• Luxury Hotels
• 10  Breakfasts
• Sightseeing

DEPARTURE / RETURN LOCATION

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA

DEPARTURE TIME

Apr 03, 2024

Not Included

• Visa upon arrival & upon re-entry if required
• Tips and Personal items
• Any meal NOT mentioned in the itinerary
• Travel Insurance (consult your travel agent)
• Personal expenses
• Optional Tours

*   Tips of $10 per day ($2 per day for the driver, and $8 per day for both the local guides and the international guide)          

Note that these tips are expected and thus mandatory.

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Tour Description

Date:  Apr 03, 2024 – Apr 14, 2024

Sale Price:    Sale expire s Dec 30,  2023 Flight + Double room  $5550 per person Flight + Single room $ 2700  extra Land only: $4550 Regular price $7950

Including: 12 days, 10 nights Flights (Non-stop flights each way) Luxury Hotels 10  Breakfasts 06 Lunches 02 Dinners Sightseeing

Visiting:  Tokyo, Mt. Fuji, Lake Kawaguchiko Cruise, Kyoto, Nara, Kobe, Osaka, Hiroshima

Day 1: USA to Tokyo Japan

Day 2: Tokyo (Arrival)

Welcome to Japan! Upon arrival at Tokyo International Airport, you be will be met by our friendly Tour guide. From there you would be transferred in a private coach to your hotel in Tokyo.  The rest of the day is free to relax after a long flight.

Day 3: Tokyo

Breakfast, Lunch

Today after breakfast, enjoy a full day guided sightseeing tour of Tokyo in a Private coach. Visit: The Imperial Palace, Asakusa Sensoji Temple, Tokyo Tower, Ginza district, Akihabara and Odaiba. Overnight in Tokyo.

Day 4:  Tokyo – Mt Fuji – Tokyo

After breakfast, depart Tokyo in a Private coach to see the World- famous

Mt. Fuji. Visit Oshino Hakkai,, Hakone Ropeway and Lake Kawaguchi Ko Cruise.

Overnight in Tokyo

Day 5:  Tokyo

Today after breakfast, enjoy another full day guided sightseeing tour of Tokyo in a Private coach. Visit: Meiji Shrine, Shibuya crossing, Metropolitan govt Building,

National Stadium, Rainbow Bridge (drive by only), then visit Odaiba, (Tokyo’s entertainment island), even Toyota Mega Web complex, if possible, a 100-yen store, and the Statue of Liberty. Overnight in Tokyo.

Day 6: Tokyo – Hiroshima

After breakfast, depart Tokyo to Hiroshima by Shinkansen Bullet train.

Overnight in Hiroshima

Day 7: Hiroshima

After breakfast, explore the calm city of Hiroshima. Visit: Peace Park, Memorial Museum and Atomic Bomb dome. You will be taken for a 20-minute ferry crossing to scenic Miya Jima Island. Here, you can see Itsukushima shrine, the Iconic floating Torii gate on the island of Miyajima in Hiroshima Bay. It is often regarded as one of the many iconic images of Japan.  Overnight in Hiroshima

Day 8:  Hiroshima – Kobe- Osaka

After breakfast, travel to Kobe.  Kobe city orientation tour, Akashi Kaikyo Bridge.

Overnight in Osaka.

Day 9:  Osaka – Kyoto – Osaka

After breakfast, continue to explore one of the most famous cities in the world, Kyoto. Visit: Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, Togetsukyo Bridge, Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Golden Pavilion (Kinkakuji Temple), Traditional Green Tea Ceremony, Fushimi Inari Taisha. Return to Osaka.  Overnight in Osaka.

Day 10: Osaka – Nara – Osaka

Breakfast, Dinner

After breakfast, travel to Nara on a private guided coach tour. Here, visit the famed Todai-ji temple, the largest wooden building in Japan.  The temple houses the largest bronze statue of Buddha. Nara Park is surrounded by thousands of deer and has the 1300-year-old Kasuga-Taisha Shrine.  Overnight in Osaka

Day 11: Osaka

After breakfast, Osaka city orientation tour

Visit: Osaka Castle, Nishinomaru garden (Osaka Castle Garden). Overnight in Osaka

Day 12: Osaka – USA

Today after breakfast, depart to Osaka Kansai Airport f or your non-stop flight home.

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We have taken several tours with Amiri Travel and they have all been wonderful experiences. The service is always excellent and the vacations are unforgettable. We always receive plenty of information, including a detailed itinerary. There is airport pick up and the hotels are always great. The company is run by a team of lovely individuals that truly care about our comfort and experience. The groups in our tours are also always really fun and a great way to meet new friends. I’d highly recommend Amiri Travel to anyone.

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