Volcanic peaks on Ometepe island and Spanish colonial heritage in Granada and Leon

Saturday, 20 April 2024

Travel to Ometepe Island

Arriving at Managua Airport you will be met and taken to San Jorge. Alternatively, you can enter Nicaragua  from Liberia (international flights not included) in Costa Rica, cross the border into Nicaragua and transfer to San Jorge for the ferry to the island of Ometepe, formed by two striking volcano peaks, on magnificent Lake Nicaragua. Transfer to your hotel by the beach for a 2 night stay.

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Sunday, 21 April 2024

Explore or stay by the beach

Relax by the beach or take an optional full day tour of Ometepe Island learning about its ancient culture and exploring  Concepcion Volcano in the north of the Island and Maderas Volcano in the south. We also visit the village of Altagracia, where the local traditions can be observed.

Monday, 22 April 2024

Granada

Travel by boat back to the mainland and transfer to Granada, a delightful city with a rich Spanish colonial heritage, where we stay for 2 nights. In the afternoon, we tour of the city on a horse drawn carriage admiring the beautiful colonial architecture in the company of our expert local guide who will bring the extraordinary history of Granada to life.

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Tuesday, 23 April 2024

Boat trip on the Lake

Today we take a boat trip to visit the small islands on Lake Nicaragua, rich flora and fauna. We also visit an impressive 17th century Spanish fortress and returning to the shore take a hike in Mombacho cloud forest that surrounds the Mombacho Volcano.

Wednesday, 24 April 2024

Leon

Travel to the colonial city of León, stopping at the Masaya handicraft market for typical handmade wares, such as hammocks and ceramics. Later, transfer to your chosen hotel in Leon for a 2 night stay.

 

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Thursday, 25 April 2024

Cerro Negro

Today we visit the Cerro Negro volcano and hike around the crater with our specialist guide, enjoying the spectacular views. Later we visit Juan Venado Island and return to León to explore the historic old centre with its colonial architecture, churches and cathedrals. Leon is a university city known for its fascinating revolutionary history much of which can be observed from the many monuments we will see.  

 

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Friday, 26 April 2024

Leon Viejo and Managua

Continue to Managua, Nicaragua's capital city located on the shores of Lake Managua, where we stay for 1 night. En route, we visit the ruins of Leon Viejo, the only 16th century colonial city in Central America that has remained at originally structured, and designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2000. On arrival in Managua, enjoy a guided tour visiting the residence of renowned local poet Ruben Dario, the National Palace, the central market and Metropolitan Cathedral. 

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Saturday, 27 April 2024

Departure

Today we return to Costa Rica, or opt to extend your stay on the beach at Morgan's Rock.