Combination Tour: Experience Costa Rica Before You Decide to Move.
Beach life or the Central Valley? Explore both with Christopher Howard, connect what you see with practical relocation questions, and make your decision with a clearer picture of everyday life.
Compare the Lifestyles Before Choosing the Location.
A beautiful place to visit is only the beginning. Your daily routine will depend on climate, distances, services, community and the way you want to live.
The Combination Tour brings our Pacific Beach and Central Valley experiences together so you can weigh those differences in person.
- Consider the experience if you are seriously exploring living or retiring in Costa Rica
- Compare areas before narrowing your search for a home
- Bring your questions and examine your assumptions with an experienced guide
Explore. Ask. Compare.
The journey combines community visits with focused education, giving you context for the decisions ahead.
Look Beyond the Beach.
Explore the South and Central Pacific, including the Dominical–Uvita area, Quepos and JacĂ³. Consider coastal communities through the lens of everyday living.
- Think about heat, travel distances and access to services
- Compare the atmosphere of different coastal areas
Connect the Practical Pieces.
The two-day seminar brings together topics that matter when planning a move, with opportunities to hear from local professionals.
- Build questions about residency, healthcare, housing and banking
- Put your observations into a practical planning framework
Picture an Inland Routine.
Explore communities around San José and farther into the Valley, including Atenas and Grecia. Consider how inland living compares with your coastal experience.
- Look at climate, shopping and access to daily necessities
- Use what you have learned to refine your priorities
Arrival and departure are through San José. The detailed itinerary explains the published sequence; confirm the arrangements for your departure before booking flights.
Make Your Research More Useful.
Christopher’s experience helps you connect places, people and practical questions instead of collecting disconnected information.
What the Experience Covers
Review the arrangements for your selected departure as part of your reservation.
The tour brings together
- Christopher Howard as your principal guide
- Nine nights of hotel accommodation
- Tour transportation with a professional driver
- Scheduled airport transfers through San José
- The two-day relocation seminar
- Included group meals, with free evenings for independent dining
- A consultation before your visit
Budget separately for
- International flights
- Alcoholic drinks
- Hotel upgrades and personal extras
- Meals outside the included program
Confirm your hotel, transfers, meal arrangements and any individual requirements with the team before travel.
Ask About Your RequirementsCombination Tour Prices
Published rates for the 10-day / 9-night experience, in US dollars.
Single Person
$3,099Total tour price for one person.
Couple
$3,749Total for both travelers sharing a room.
How to Reserve
Choose your dates and complete the reservation form. A deposit of $375 per person is required. Your reservation is confirmed after the team verifies your deposit and reservation details.
The remaining balance is payable in US-dollar cash at the start of the tour. Review payment and cancellation conditions before paying.
Review Payment and Cancellation Information
Start Learning Before You Arrive.
The 2026 Costa Rica Relocation Guidebook helps organize your questions before you experience the country in person.
One credit per eligible reservation, applied to the final balance. Valid for 12 months from purchase. Cannot be combined with other discounts or promotions. Private tours are excluded. A complimentary guidebook does not generate a purchase credit.
Explore the Guidebook — $129Combination Tour Questions
Why choose Combination instead of a regional tour?
It gives you the broadest comparison: Pacific coast, Central Valley and the relocation seminar in one trip. Choose it if you want to evaluate both lifestyles before focusing on one region.
Do I need to be ready to move?
You should be seriously considering living or retiring in Costa Rica. The purpose is to help you evaluate the decision; there is no requirement to commit to a move or purchase a property.
Which airport should I use?
The tour starts and ends in the San JosĂ© area. Use Juan SantamarĂa International Airport (SJO). Confirm your arrival and departure arrangements with the team before purchasing flights.
Will we visit homes?
Housing is part of understanding daily life, and the published itinerary includes property visits. The specific homes available can change. This is a relocation education experience without an obligation to buy.
Can I buy the guidebook after paying my deposit?
Yes. An eligible purchase made before your tour can qualify for the $200 credit, even after you have paid the deposit. Provide your order number or purchase email so the team can record the credit against your final balance.
What if the dates do not fit my schedule?
Explore private tours for a personalized alternative. The itinerary, price and inclusions differ, and private dates are subject to availability.
Experience Both Lifestyles. Make a Better-Informed Choice.
Give your relocation plans the context they deserve. Compare the coast and Central Valley with Christopher Howard before deciding what comes next.
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