050 Cycle Touring Central America - Part 1 - Costa Rica & Nicaraqua

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(^36) Playa Tamarindo – Liberia - 79 kilometres

There was no hanging about at pretty Tamarinda and after saddling up our iron
horses, we headed over the hills to Liberia. The route turned away from the coast
and led slightly inland. Biking along a paved road was a pleasure and the day came
without the usual sharp hills.

Therefore, Liberia was reached in good time, where a comfortable abode made for
relaxing the rest of the day. A nearby restaurant provided a typical Costa Rican
meal consisting of rice, beans, meat, and a small salad.
Liberia – La Cruz - 60 kilometres

Once along the Pan-American highway, the route proceeded north toward
Nicaragua. We continued through Parque Nacional Guanacaste, which meant it
came with its fair share of hills; fortunately, an abundance of trees gave protection
from the relentless heat. Digs in La Cruz allowed crossing the border into Nicaragua
the next day.

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