There are international flights direct into Liberia airport, but you can also fly into San Jose and catch a connecter flight to Liberia.

Day 1:  Arrive  Liberia Airport , Costa Rica to Monteverde
Meet & greet,  transfer upon arrival  to Monteverde, appropriately named for its vivid green vegetation year-round.  Be prepared, the  average daytime temperature is a cool 18 C (64 F).  It  offers many great mountain views and  is considered a paradise for horseback riding in Costa Rica.  Overnight Hotel Poco a Poco, (or similar) located in the village of Santa Elena. Dinner in local restaurant. (D)
Day 2: Horseback riding Monteverde
While it is not permitted to ride in the Reserves themselves, we are pleased to offer the chance to ride on a private family farm of more then 300 acres. Here we’ll have an opportunity  to enjoy exclusive quiet trails, bird watching, the beauty of sugar cane and coffee plantations, secondary and primary forest, open fields (great for cantering with the horses), and amazing views of mountains, canyons and the Gulf of Nicoya. In the afternoon, there will be time to take optional tours such as the Canopy (ZIP LINE) Tour, Frog Pond, Sky Walk, Monteverde Reserve, and Butterfly Garden.  Overnight Hotel Poco a Poco  or similar. (B)
Day 3: Monteverde/ Rio Chiquito/ Tilaran
Today we will be riding in the mountain region from Monteverde to Rio Chiquito. Incredible vistas of the Arenal Volcano and Lake Arenal can be seen as we wind down the mountains. At Rio Chiquito we stop for lunch and to give our horses a good rest. From here we continue on to Finca Los Ayotes, the  farm belonging to the family of Uvi Jenkins,  our equestrian naturalist who will be leading the group.  Next we transfer a short distance to Tilaran where we’ll overnight at a Hotel Guadalupe.   Dinner is on your own in a local restaurant.  (BL)
Day 4: Tilarán / Tierras Morenas/ Tenorio/Miravalles Volcanoes / Yoko Hot Springs     
At  Finca Los Ayotes,  our horses are waiting for us. We’ll be riding from the farm along the, Tenorio, Miravalles Volcano range.  You will see more incredible vistas on today's ride. On clear days one can see the “Low Lands” (Bajura guanacasteca) of Guanacaste. There are wonderful areas to canter along the way. Lunch en route to our destination, Yoko Hot Springs Lodge.  Here we have time to relax and enjoy the natural hot springs. Dinner and overnight is at the Yoko Hot Springs Lodge. (BLD) 
Day 5: By the light of the moon to Rincon de la Vieja
Since yesterday's ride was long, we’ll be starting out much later today and ride late into the night by the light of the moon.   Our destination tonight is the Rincon de la Vieja Volcano area. What a magical night with the moon to light the way and the stars to dazzle us as we ride.  Dinner on the trail. Overnight is at the Guachipilin Lodge or similar in Rincon de la Viejo.  (BLD)
Day 6: Parque National de Rincon de la Vieja / Canyon Waterfall
Today’s ride will start out a little later so that we can spend the morning sleeping in. We’ll be riding in the National Park and will finish up at “Las Chorreras” the canyon waterfalls for swimming.  Overnight Hacienda Guachipilin  or similar (BLD).

Day 7: Hacienda Pinilla

After breakfast we depart and transfer to the Tamarindo Beach area to Hacienda Pinilla’s own hotel, La Posada.  The pure luxury of this location and the hotel will make you wish that you had time to stay another week in Costa Rica (ask about extended stays). Hacienda Pinilla has its own stables of good riding horses. Today’s ride will be along deserted beaches within the hacienda’s own property. There will be plenty of time to come back to the hotel to relax and enjoy the pool or perhaps play a round of golf. One of Costa Rica’s finest golf courses is right here at Hacienda Pinilla.  Lunch and dinner on own. (B)   

Day 8: Relax and enjoy the sun and the beach

Free day to just hang out at the beach and pool or to perhaps do an optional Canopy Tour (ZIPLINE) If you would like one more ride, there is more riding available as an optional tour.  Lunch and dinner on own. You might like to have your driver take you into Tamarindo to try out one of the many good restaurants.  Overnight La Posada  at  Hacienda Pinilla. (B)
Day 9: Depart Costa Rica after breakfast transfer to the Liberia International Airport for departure flight out of Costa Rica   (B)

subject to change

B=Breakfast L=Lunch D=Dinner

In the Central Valley, where the main centres of population are located, the average temperature is 22°C (72°F) and the region enjoys a spring-like climate year round. In the coastal areas, the temperature is much hotter and humid, while the Pacific Northwest can be extremely hot and dry. The rainy season starts in May and finishes in November, although there are distinct regional variations. The ‘warm' dry season is December to May, though temperature differences between summer and winter are slight.

The tone here is casual wear - it is not necessary to dress up to go to dinner. Comfortable lightweight is best. In the higher elevations, or Monteverde, temperatures are cool and sweaters or light jackets are suggested.

The rainy season runs from the beginning of May through the middle of November.  Please keep in mind that even when it rains, it is sunny in the mornings until around mid afternoon.  Remember this is the tropics so it is never really cold.  

Also note that riding in heavy jeans is very hot so it is recommended you bring riding pants or lightweight pants to ride in. Dress in layers. 

SENSIBLE PRECAUTIONS.... Almost all encounters with noxious insects & plants can be avoided by watching where you walk and sit, by not touching non-recognizable insects, plants, etc; by tucking pants in your socks, by using an insect repellent, by spraying shoes and ankles to avoid bites, by always following tour guide's instructions to the letter, and finally, avoid using perfumes, after-shave, or other scents that will attract insects.  Please leave your valuables at home.

Most  important of all to bring to Costa Rica: "Sense of adventure, open mind and  big smile."

This trip includes and can accommodate special dietary requests.

Passports
Passport valid for at least 30 days after arrival or for the length of stay, whichever is greater.
Passport Note
(a) Nationals listed above must obtain an exit visa from the Immigration Department in San José at least three weeks before leaving Costa Rica. Those who stay for less than 30 days are exempt if in possession of a disembarkation card.

Visas
Not required by all nationals referred to in the chart above except:
(a) 1. nationals of Austria, Belgium, Canada, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, The Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovak Republic, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, UK and USA for stays over 90 days;
(b) 2. nationals of Australia, Bulgaria and Ireland for stays over 30 days.
Note: Nationals not referred to in the chart above are advised to contact the embassy to check visa requirements (see Contact Addresses).
Visa Note
The immigration authorities are strict about detaining foreigners who are undocumented or tourists who have overstayed.