San José, Costa Rica

Puntarenas serves as our gateway to Costa Rica’s capital, San José. Founded in the first half of the 18th century, San José is today a bustling metropolis with world-class museums, parks, hotels, theaters, restaurants, and historic buildings. Its architecture is diverse, as are the people walking its streets.

San José (Puntarenas) Premium Experience CULTURES OF COSTA RICA: EXPLORING PUNTARENAS

HIGHLIGHTS

DISCOVER THE HISTORY OF PUNTARENAS

Explore Puntarenas, a city rich in history and tradition from the comfort of the motorcoach. The coastal city of Puntarenas lies along land that projects into the Pacific Ocean’s Gulf of Nicoya. The city’s proximity to the ocean and beautiful beaches have long made it a popular destination for tourists and locals alike. As you travel through the city’s streets, discover its history and founding as an ideal trading location. Your knowledgeable local guide will delve into the past of Puntarenas, which was once one of the most important ports in the country, acting as a shipping center for goods such as Costa Rican coffee. While you make your way by historic buildings such as Capitanía de Puntarenas, and Antigua Aduana learn about their significance and architectural design.

EXPERIENCE THE VIBRANT SIGHTS OF THE CITY

Continue the cultural experience viewing vibrant works of art at the Casa de la Cultura, or enjoy a stop at the Parque Marino Del Pacifico, a park with the mission of promoting, supporting, and researching marine biodiversity. The park features open-air exhibits with reptiles, caimans, turtles, crocodiles as well as multiple fish tanks. See the iconic red and white Puntarenas lighthouse and enjoy some shopping for the perfect souvenir at Paseo de los Turistas, a beachside street for pedestrians featuring stalls of local vendors offering a variety of goods and casual dining options. Of course, one of the best ways to immerse yourself in the culture of a new region is to taste the local cuisine. Before departing for the day, enjoy a traditional dish and learn about the culinary culture of Costa Rica – the perfect way to round out your overview of the city.

HALF-DAY $109

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Disclaimer

American Queen Voyages (“AQV”) included shore excursions are available to all AQV guests and are capacity controlled and subject to availability. Some excursions may not be available at time of booking. All tours are subject to maximum and minimum capacities and tours may be canceled in the event that minimum capacities are not met. Cancellations of premium excursions within 48 hours of tour departure are not refundable. Tour departure times, inclusions, prices and activity level are subject to change; please reference your ticket, the departure kiosk and the daily TV presentation for more information on your specific tour. In most cases, tours will operate in all weather conditions and refunds will not be offered for inclement weather. During local and national holidays or weekends some attractions and facilities may be operating under modified hours of operations or may not be open to the public. In such instances, AQV will make reasonable efforts to offer an alternative excursion . Early prebooking is strongly encouraged, however, not all premium excursions are available for pre-booking online. Check with your Shore Excursion Specialist when onboard for any additional tours or changes to pre-booked tours. AQV has made every effort to notify guests with mobility issues of accessibility features at the stops and attractions included in available excursions. Because of the historic and general nature of some of the attractions, handicapped accessibility may be limited to the first floor or outside grounds only. In some instances there is no handicapped accessibility whatsoever. Refunds will not be issued for portions of tours or attractions with accessibility limitations. Post-Cruise tours may include more than one final destination. In some instances guests will experience multiple stops to allow other guests to exit the motorcoaches at a second hotel or airport. Please review AQV’s Passenger Ticket Contract for additional terms and conditions which apply.

For information or to book your shore excursions, please call 1-888-966-0938 or visit www.reservemyexcursions.com (For an instant confirmation)

Reservation Agents are available Monday - Friday from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST

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IMPORTANT FOR YOUR VOYAGE

Go online to www.reservemyexcursions.com or call 1-888-966-0938 to make a reservation.

Pre-bookings close five days prior to embarkation at 11:00 AM Eastern Time.

Remember, all excursions in this brochure are subject to change.

Not all excursions listed are offered on every voyage. Be certain to check online or call for the most up to date information on your specific voyage.