Immerse your students in Costa Rica’s language, culture, and natural beauty through this 8-day Spanish language program based in Heredia. This customizable itinerary supports Spanish language development and cultural learning through daily classes, homestay experiences, and meaningful community interaction. From hands on cooking workshops and Latin dance classes to a coffee experience at Café Britt Farm and a day trip to the Pacific Coast, this itinerary perfectly combines language classes and authentic local discovery.
Homestay with Spanish classes in Heredia, Costa Rica
DAY 1: DEPART | HEREDIA
Fly to San José, Costa Rica.
¡Bienvenidos a Costa Rica! Upon arrival, meet your host family in Heredia, outside of San José. Heredia blends colonial architecture with modern life, offering colourful streets, lively local markets, and a welcoming small-city charm.
Enjoy a welcome dinner your host family.
While living with a host family, you will immerse yourself in the daily local life, share home-cooked dinners, meet locals, and practice your Spanish.
DAY 2: HEREDIA
After breakfast, your host family will take you to your first day of Spanish classes (3 hours).
Later, enjoy a guided walking tour of Heredia with your group.
In the afternoon, step into the rhythm of Latin culture during a salsa dance class.
Return to your host family for dinner.
DAY 3: HEREDIA
After breakfast at home, attend your morning Spanish classes.
Then, prepare a traditional Costa Rican dish in a hands-on cooking workshop.
In the afternoon, practice your Spanish through a language exchange session with local community members.
Dinner with your host family.
DAY 4: HEREDIA
Attend morning Spanish classes.
In the afternoon, visit the Café Britt Farm and learn the journey of coffee from farm to cup, discovering how hand-picked beans are expertly roasted and transformed into a vibrant and aromatic coffee that defines Costa Rica’s rich heritage.
Enjoy dinner with your host family.
DAY 5: HEREDIA
Attend morning Spanish classes.
In the afternoon, enjoy a guided yoga class.
Later, perfect your moves during a Latin dance class of salsa, merengue, or bachata.
Dinner with your host family.
DAY 6: HEREDIA
Have breakfast at home, then attend Spanish classes.
Enjoy free time in the afternoon to explore Heredia, visit local shops or relax with your host family.
This evening, immerse yourself in the cultura Latina and join a lively fiesta filled with music, dance, and fun.
Dinner with your host family.
DAY 7: DAY TRIP TO PLAYA MANTAS
In the morning, travel to the stunning Pacific Coast and spend the day at Playa Mantas.
Enjoy breakfast, at Punta Leona beach club, offering large swimming pools and direct beach access.
Return to Heredia for dinner with your host family.
DAY 8: DEPART
Enjoy a final breakfast with your host family before transferring to the airport for your flight back to the USA.
What’s included
All-inclusive pricing makes it easy for teachers,
parents, and students. This trip includes:
Private group tour
Expert local guides
24-hour
emergency support
Personalized itinerary
Family homestay
Comprehensive
Travel insurance
Tour Manager 100%
dedicated to your group
Authentic meals
Airfare & ground
transportation
What our teachers are saying
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