Day 1: San José Encounters 9:00 AM - National Museum of Costa Rica Start your Costa Rican adventure with a visit to the National Museum. Discover the country's rich cultural heritage and history. The museum features accessible pathways and guided tours available in sign language. - Address: Cuesta de Moras, San José - Duration: 2 hours 12:00 PM - Central Market (Mercado Central) Enjoy a traditional Costa Rican lunch at the Central Market. This vibrant marketplace offers a variety of local delicacies and provides an accessible environment for all visitors. - Address: Avenida Central, San José - Duration: 1.5 hours 2:00 PM - Jade Museum Explore the largest collection of pre-Columbian jade artifacts in the world at the Jade Museum. The museum is fully accessible and provides sign language tours. - Address: Central Avenue & 13th Street, San José - Duration: 2 hours 4:30 PM - La Sabana Metropolitan Park Spend your late afternoon at La Sabana, San José's largest urban park. The park has wheelchair-accessible pathways and plenty of family-friendly activities. - Address: Av. de las Américas, San José - Duration: 2 hours Google Maps Link: [National Museum of Costa Rica to La Sabana Metropolitan Park](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/Cuesta+de+Moras,+San+José/Avenida+Central,+San+José/Central+Avenue+%26+13th+Street,+San+José/Av.+de+las+Américas,+San+José) ---

Day 2: Arenal Adventures 8:00 AM - Travel to La Fortuna Catch an early bus or arrange a private transfer to La Fortuna. Estimated travel time is 3.5 hours. 12:00 PM - La Fortuna Waterfall Arrive and visit the stunning La Fortuna Waterfall, accessible via a scenic but challenging trail. For those with mobility issues, viewing platforms are available. - Address: La Fortuna, San Carlos - Duration: 2 hours 3:00 PM - Arenal Volcano National Park Explore the famous Arenal Volcano National Park. The park offers wheelchair-accessible trails, including the Las Coladas trail, which provides fantastic views of the volcano. - Address: Alajuela Province, San Carlos - Duration: 3 hours 6:00 PM - Hot Springs End the day by relaxing in one of the many hot springs in the area. Some establishments, like Eco Termales, offer accessible facilities. - Address: Various locations in La Fortuna - Duration: 2 hours Google Maps Link: [La Fortuna Waterfall to Arenal Volcano National Park](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/La+Fortuna,+San+Carlos/Arenal+Volcano+National+Park,+Alajuela+Province,+San+Carlos/Eco+Termales) ---

Day 3: Monteverde Mysteries 8:00 AM - Travel to Monteverde Catch an early shuttle or bus for a picturesque journey to Monteverde. Estimated travel time is 3 hours. 11:00 AM - Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve Explore the Monteverde Cloud Forest, famous for its biodiversity. The reserve offers wheelchair-accessible trails. - Address: Puntarenas Province, Monteverde - Duration: 3 hours 2:30 PM - Butterfly Garden (Jardín de Mariposas) Visit Monteverde's Butterfly Garden. This family-friendly attraction is accessible and features various local butterfly species. - Address: Calle Los Camacho, Monteverde - Duration: 1.5 hours 4:30 PM - Monteverde Orchid Garden Discover a wide array of orchids at the Monteverde Orchid Garden. This beautiful garden is accessible and features guided tours in multiple languages. - Address: Santa Elena, Monteverde - Duration: 1.5 hours Google Maps Link: [Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve to Monteverde Orchid Garden](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/Puntarenas+Province,+Monteverde/Calle+Los+Camacho,+Monteverde/Santa+Elena,+Monteverde) ---

Day 4: Tamarindo Beach Day 8:00 AM - Travel to Tamarindo Take a morning shuttle bus to Tamarindo, a popular beach destination on the Pacific coast. Estimated travel time is 3.5 hours. 12:00 PM - Tamarindo Beach Upon arrival, start your beach day at Tamarindo Beach. This wheelchair-accessible beach has boardwalks and beach wheelchairs available for rent. - Address: Tamarindo Beach, Guanacaste - Duration: 3 hours 3:30 PM - Tamarindo Wildlife Refuge Explore the Tamarindo Wildlife Refuge by taking a guided boat tour. These tours are accessible and perfect for spotting local wildlife. - Address: Tamarindo, Guanacaste - Duration: 2 hours 6:00 PM - Dinner at a Local Restaurant End your day with a local seafood dinner right on the beach. Many restaurants in the area are wheelchair accessible. - Address: Various locations in Tamarindo - Duration: 1.5 hours Google Maps Link: [Tamarindo Beach to Tamarindo Wildlife Refuge](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/Tamarindo+Beach,+Guanacaste/Tamarindo+Wildlife+Refuge) ---

Day 5: Cultural Guanacaste 9:00 AM - Travel to Liberia Take a morning bus or private transfer to Liberia, the capital of Guanacaste. Estimated travel time is 1.5 hours. 11:00 AM - Guanacaste Museum Visit the Guanacaste Museum, housing a collection of artifacts and exhibits that narrate the cultural heritage of the region. The museum is accessible for wheelchairs. - Address: Calle Real, Liberia - Duration: 2 hours 1:00 PM - Lunch at a Soda Enjoy a traditional Costa Rican lunch at a local soda (diner). - Address: Various locations in Liberia - Duration: 1 hour 2:30 PM - Llanos de Cortez Waterfall Head to Llanos de Cortez Waterfall, known for its stunning beauty. There are accessible viewing areas for those with mobility challenges. - Address: Bagaces, Guanacaste - Duration: 2 hours 5:00 PM - Return to Liberia Return to Liberia for dinner and rest. - Address: Return to Liberia - Duration: 1.5 hours Google Maps Link: [Guanacaste Museum to Llanos de Cortez Waterfall](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/Guanacaste+Museum,+Calle+Real,+Liberia,+Guanacaste/Llanos+de+Cortez+Waterfall) ---

Day 6: Discovering Nicoya Peninsula 8:00 AM - Travel to Nicoya Catch an early bus or drive to Nicoya. Estimated travel time is 1.5 hours. 10:00 AM - Nicoya Colonial Church Visit the Nicoya Colonial Church, one of the oldest churches in Costa Rica, showcasing historical architecture and cultural significance. The church is wheelchair accessible. - Address: Central Nicoya, Guanacaste - Duration: 1 hour 11:30 AM - Barra Honda National Park Explore Barra Honda National Park, known for its extensive cave systems. Accessible trails are available for those with limited mobility. - Address: Nicoya, Guanacaste - Duration: 2.5 hours 2:30 PM - Lunch and Beach Time at Sámara Head to the beach town of Sámara for a relaxing afternoon. Enjoy lunch at a beachfront restaurant and unwind at the wheelchair-accessible beach. - Address: Sámara, Guanacaste - Duration: 3 hours Google Maps Link: [Nicoya Colonial Church to Sámara](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/Nicoya+Colonial+Church/Barra+Honda+National+Park/Sámara) ---

Day 7: Last Moments in Costa Rica 9:00 AM - Travel Back to San José Take a morning bus or private shuttle back to San José. Estimated travel time is 4 hours. 1:00 PM - Lunch in San José Enjoy a leisurely lunch at a local restaurant in San José. - Address: Various locations around San José - Duration: 1.5 hours 3:00 PM - Artisan Market Spend your final afternoon at the Artisan Market, where you can purchase handmade souvenirs and gifts. The market is wheelchair-accessible. - Address: Avenida 6, San José - Duration: 2 hours 5:30 PM - Farewell Coffee at a Local Cafe End your trip with a cup of Costa Rica’s famous coffee at a local coffee shop. - Address: Various cafes around San José - Duration: 1.5 hours Google Maps Link: [Artisan Market to Coffee Shop](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/Avenida+6,+San+José/Various+cafes+in+San+José) --- This 7-day itinerary ensures a wonderful balance of cultural experiences, natural wonders, and relaxation, all while keeping budget and accessibility considerations in mind. Enjoy your trip to Costa Rica in December!