Essence of Nicaragua

Explore the best of Nicaragua in a single day. Visit places of interest in the capital city of Managua such as the Tiscapa Historical Park, the old Plaza of Managua, then visit the impressive Masaya Volcano followed by shopping in the local crafts market. Visit Granada, the oldest colonial city in Mainland America and enjoy a boat ride through the islets of Lake Nicaragua, the largest lake in Central America.

Main Features

1. Visit the Tiscapa view point, the old park of Managua, The National Palace, the Old Cathedral of Managua.
2. Masaya Volcano National Park and Masaya craft market.
3. Visit the Casa de los Leones cultural center, the Convent and Museum of San Francisco, La Merced Church Tower and the Pre-Columbian pottery Museum.
4. Boat ride on Lake Nicaragua to Visit the relaxing and beautiful scenario of the islets of Granada.
5. Eat at 150 year old colonial house full with history.
6. All entrance fees and hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Description of the Tour

Explore the highlights of Nicaragua in a day. Begin your journey in the city of Managua, where we will present you the culture and history of Nicaragua through museums, parks and historic sites of the capital of the Republic.

The tour continues to the Masaya Volcano National Park, the first and largest national park in our country, where we will observe the impressive and active Masaya volcano. Then visit the famous Masaya craft market where you can buy souvenirs made by Nicaraguan artisans.

From there we will drive to the city of Granada where you can enjoy a tour through the oldest colonial city of mainland America, founded in 1524. After lunch in a colonial restaurant, enjoy a boat ride on Lake Nicaragua, the largest lake in Central America, where you can admire its 365 islets blooming with wildlife.