Enjoy Nicaragua & Costa Rica essentials— Granada the oldest city on the continent. San Juan del Sur is the most visited vacation destination on the Pacific coast of Nicaragua and Monteverde cloud forests boasting exuberant flora and fauna.
Day 01 Granada
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Pick up at the International airport in Managua. Transfer to Granada for your first night in Nicaragua
Built by the Spanish conquistadors in 1524, Granada is the best place for tourism because of its beauty and colonial architecture, charming hotels and activities to enjoy nearby; Lake Nicaragua and the islands, Mombacho volcano with its natural reserve, Masaya and its folklore...Free evening to enjoy Granada´s nightlife. Lots of restaurants and bars are available.
Overnight at Hotel Plaza Colon or similar, standard room. Breakfast included.
Day 02 Masaya and the Pueblos
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This tour start in the city of Masaya. You will discover the First National Park created in Nicaragua, the active Masaya Volcano, as well as its small museum dedicated to the volcano’s history.
Then you will visit the finest Handicraft Market where you can enjoy the creativity and variety of Nicaraguan art at bargain prices.
Continue to Catarina where you will enjoy delicious lunch with a magnificent view on the Apoyo lagoon, Mombacho volcano, Granada and Lake Nicaragua. Late afternoon, visit San Juan de Oriente, famous for its ceramic arts.
Overnight at Hotel Plaza Colon, or similar, standard room. Breakfast included
Day 03 - 04 San Juan Del Sur
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Transfer to beach town of San Juan del Sur.
With a rich history as a sea port and fishing village, and as the most popular Nicaragua vacation destination on the Pacific coast, San Juan del Sur offers a lively mix of local culture and international flare. Direct access to a wide variety of activities, sports, nightlife, and amenities makes San Juan del Sur the ideal location to enjoy your Nicaragua vacation.
You must enjoy a delicious seafood lunch in front of the water, in one of the nicest beaches around San Juan.
Two nights at Victoriano Hotel, queen room. Breakfast included.
Day 05 Monteverde
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After breakfast, transfer back Peñas Blancas (Costa Rica border). Continue to to Monteverde.
Monteverde was founded about 40 years ago by a small group of conservation-minded Quakers who were looking for a peaceful place to live. Its Cloud Forest Reserve is one of the most outstanding wild life sanctuaries in the tropics. Check in at Hotel Belmar or similar.
Overnight at Hotel Belmar, standard room in Main Building. Breakfast included.
Day 06 Monteverde Cloud forest Tour / Sky Trek-Tram
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You will hike through the well-marked-trails, waterfalls, rivers, and the observation area of the park. If you are lucky you might spot a "Quetzal", one of the most beautiful birds in the world. You will also see an amazing variety of flora and fauna in this tour. A must for all visitors.
Afternoon visit to the Sky Zipline & Tram facilities. The Sky Trek is a system of seven platforms suspended above the ground in the midst of tree boughs. Zip lines attached from one platform to another will allow you to slide with the use of special equipment. In Sky Tram explore the world famous Cloud Forest of Monteverde in a 5,249 feet ride that would lead you up to Costa Rica Continental Divide.
Overnight at Hotel Belmar, standard room in Main Building. Breakfast included.
Day 07 San José
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Shuttle bus transfer back to San José.
Overnight at the Hotel El Rodeo Country Inn, Superior room, breakfast included.
Day 8 Departure
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Transfer back to the International Airport
$1,065 Costa Rican Summer
Double Occupancy $1.065
Triple occupancy $ 845
November 01, 2011 to April 30,2012
Except Christmas, New Years & Easter Week
$1,065 Green Season
Double Occupancy $1.065
Triple occupancy $ 845
May 01 to October 31,2012
2 NTS /Plaza Colon Hotel / standard room /B.
2 NTS / Victoriano Hotel / standard room /B
2 NTS / Belmar Hotel / standard room /B
1 NT / Rodeo Hotel / superior room / B
Masaya and the Pueblo
Monteverde Cloud Forest
Sky Treck / Sky Tram
All ground transfer
All taxes and service charges
Walking shoes, sunscreen, swim suits, casual clothes for nightlife and fine dining, insect repellent, map of Nicaragua, sandals - sunglasses & hat, necessary medications, rain jacket, a pocket-size English/Spanish dictionary, a small first aid kit, binoculars - Digital or regular camera with film, passport, traveler's checks - cash (in US Dollars only, Euro are never accepted here!) Credit cards, driver's license.