Spend six nights discovering Costa Rica's rain forests, volcanoes and colorful wildlife for only $499 per person. This package saves at least $200 on the cost of planning the same itinerary independently.

The "Fly & Drive" special from Gate 1 Travel includes:

• Roundtrip airfare to San Jose from Miami or Chicago (additional departure cities listed below)
• Six-night accommodations: two in San Jose, two in Arenal and two in Monteverde
• Seven-day small SUV rental with unlimited mileage (upgrades available)
• Breakfast daily

The beauty of this package is that it allows travelers to explore at their own pace. A must-see highlight is the awe-inspiring Arenal Volcano, one of the 10 most active volcanoes in the world. Witness red-hot rocks crashing down its slopes on an almost daily basis.

Departures: This package is available on more than 25 dates from August-November. Additional dates into 2011 start at just $50 more.

For more information about the package, click here. To book online, follow these instructions:

1. Click on the link with desired travel period, then hit the red "Book Now" tab
2. Select desired travel date (Choose from the $549 departures; in a later step you will enter a promo code get the $499 price); then select departure city from the drop down menu and hit the "Continue" tab
3. Review itinerary then hit the "Book" tab
4. Type promo code TZCRF50 into the corresponding box and hit "Submit" to see $100 deducted from total price
5. Select the "Continue to Contact & Billing Information" tab to complete reservation

Air taxes of approximately $79 per person, car rental taxes and fees and Costa Rica departure taxes of $26 are not included. 

Additional departure cities: Washington, D.C., or Boston ... +$26; New York City ... +$60; Denver ... $76; Los Angeles ... +$150. For other cities see website or contact Gate 1 directly.

Book by July 21.