Best of Nicaragua
Visiting Managua, Granada, Masaya, Mombacho Volcano and San Juan del Sur.
Price Includes:
Transfers on arrival and departure and all ground transportation from Managua to Granada, Masaya, Mombacho and San Juan del Sur, English speaking tour guides, entrance fees, one night Inter-Continental Metrocentro Hotel in Managua, three nights La Gran Francia or Plaza Colon in Granada, three nights at hotel selected in San Juan del Sur, all room taxes and service charges.
NOT INCLUDED:
AIRFARE. USA airport departure tax (subject to change at any time); airport departure tax from Nicaragua $18; insurance and any other not specifically mentioned in this tour program.
Call (207) 623-4591 for more information or to book today! Mention code 12681063
- Tour Operator
- Tara Tours
- Duration
- 8 Days
- Escorted
- Escorted - No
| Day | Destination | Description |
| Day 1 | Depart USA | USA-MANAGUA : Arrive in Managua where you will be met and transfer to hotel selected. (see choice of hotels at the end of the program) |
| Day 2 | Granada | MANAGUA-GRANADA : Morning city of Managua which has been the capital of Nicaragua since 1852. Managua has a very warm and sunny climate. To the north, one can find the old city center. This area was destroyed by an earthquake in 1972. On the contrary, the southern part of the city is now called the future downtown of Managua. Among the places to visit are the "National Historic Park Loma de Tiscapa". Here we will learn about the history of the city and the national hero Augusto Cesar Sandino. We will see the ruins of the old presidential palace, the "Park of Peace", "El Malecon", for a closer look at Lake Managua and the surrounding areas. Then to see the monument to Simon Bolivar, in the avenue of the same name and also the National Theater Ruben Dario, New Presidential House, Palace of Culture and other buildings. The tour will take us to the enigmatic human footprints of Acahualinca, (6000 years old). Continue to see the future center of the city with its modern and new metropolitan cathedral. Tours ends with a visit to the arts and craft market for souvenirs. Early afternoon transfer to Granada for overnight at hotel Gran Francia or hotel Plaza Colon. (B) |
| Day 3 | Masaya | GRANADA-MASAYA : Breakfast. Full Day tour to Granada City, Masaya Volcano & Masaya Market. The tour starts with a visit to the Cathedral and the oldest convent in America. Walk through the Main Plaza, visit Casa de Los Leones and observe the beauty of this city. Enjoy a boat ride through some of the 365 small Island on Lake Nicaragua. Largest freshwater lake in one country of Latin America. Then you will visit the Masaya Volcano National Park for a spectacular view of an active crater. From here we will continue to Masaya Market for shopping the most beautiful souvenirs of Nicaragua. Includes lunch. Overnight at Colonial city of Granada- La Gran Francia or hotel Plaza Colon.. (B & L) |
| Day 4 | Mombacho Volcano | MOMBACHO VOLCANO : Breakfast. Half day tour to Mombacho Volcano natural reserve. The adventure begins on a paved road and right from the start we will be surprised by the biodiversity of this natural reserve. Surrounded by exuberant vegetation and enjoying breathtaking views. When we reach the summit, we will understand why this ecosystem is a cloud forest. We will then take the trails of the volcano to learn a lot about the flora, the fauna, the ancient people who lived there and the Vulcan logy of the area. If the day is clear enough, we will visit an impressive viewpoint to observe the plain pacific region of Nicaragua, the neighboring city of Granada and the great lake of Nicaragua and its islands. When we return from our walk (moderate hike) we will visit the biological station. . Overnight at Hotel La Gran Francia or Plaza Colon, in Granada. (B) |
| Day 5 | San Juan del Sur | GRANADA-SAN JUAN DEL SUR : Breakfast. Transfer from Granada to San Juan del Sur, a popular destination for surfers, beach lovers and very active people. San Juan del Sur is a municipality and coastal town on the Pacific Ocean, in the Rivas department in south-west Nicaragua. (B) |
| Day 6-7 | San Juan del Sur | SAN JUAN DEL SUR : Days at leisure to enjoy and explore San Juan on your own. Optional tours available for Sailing, rappelling, horseback riding, or visit La Flor Wildlife Reserve which is one of only seven nesting sites in the world for the endangered Olive Ridley sea turtle and to see them nest and lay their eggs.. (The town is near the site of the filming of Survivor: Nicaragua,taking place from mid-June to late-July of 2010. It was also the location for the reality TV series Survivor: Redemption Island in April and May, 2011) |
| Day 8 | Return USA | SAN JUAN DEL SUR-MANAGUA-USA : After Breakfast, transfer to Managua's International airport for your flight back home. (B) |
- Dates/Pricing
- Lodging
- 3 stars: Internacional (Managua), Con Corazon (Granada), Azul Pitahaya (San Juan)
- 4 stars: Seminole (Managua), La Gran Francia (Granada), Victoriano (San Juan del Sur)
- 5 stars: Intercontinental (Managua), Plaza Colon (Granada), Pelican Eye (San Juan del Sur)
- Disclaimer
INTERNATIONAL AIRFARE NOT INCLUDED.
Rates not valid during Christmas, New Years, Holy Week and Carnival.
SAMPLE AIRFARE FROM MIAMI: US$500-700
SAMPLE ADD-ONS FROM OTHER USA CITIES: Add $250 from DFW,HOU and Zone 2; Add $240 from Zone 1; Add $290 from ATL, BOS, EWR, NYC, WAS, Zone 3; Add $340 from CHI, LAX, SFO, SJU, Zone 4 & 5; Add $390 from Zone 6.
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