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The 8 Best Multi-day Tours in Managua, Managua Department
Six thousand years ago, human footprints were left in the volcanic mud along the shores of Lake Managua. Preserved over centuries, these footprints can be seen at The Museum of Acahualinca in Managua, the capital of Nicaragua. In addition to the footprints and impressive collections of pre-Colombian artifacts in the city's museums, Managua has much more to offer. The Tiscapa Lagoon Natural Reserve is a watery retreat within the city, with bars, shops, ziplines, and a canopy ride with views of downtown.
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1. 4-Days Tour in Colonial Nicaragua
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
This is a 4 days - 3 nights circuit for lovers of history, cultures, and colonial views. In addition to visiting attractions such as León and the city of Granada, you will have the opportunity to visit emblematic places such as Avenida Hugo Chavez, Puerto Salvador Allende, Plaza de Revolucion. You can also visit the Masaya volcano, where the legend says it is one of the gates to hell.
Inclusions: Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, 3 nights accommodation, Hotel pickup and drop-off
Exclusions: Gratuities, Tours not detailed in the program.
Reviewed By MParker2
I booked the combo tour via web site (Viator), and paid for tickets. On the reservation form requested the local traveling company (Vive Travel) to contact me to finalize the details of transportation pick up. At the time of reservation, the web form indicated the local transportation would pick up at any private residence or selected hotel list in the San Jose area. After not hearing back from local touring company, contacted Viator, explained the situation. I was instructed to go to a specific hotel as suggested by Viator and was also told that they had made note with the local touring company to pick me up at that location by 5:00AM on the touring day. I was also given local touring company contact information via WhatsApp and phone # to call if required. Decided to drive two hours and stay at the local recommended hotel the night before tour. Checked into the hotel and reached out to local touring company via WhatsApp informing them of my location. WhatsApp confirmed that they read the message but the local traveling company did not respond back. Finally 8:00PM the night before the tour, I called Viator and informed them that I have had zero feedback from local touring company and was started to get concerned about the being picked up from the hotel. After one hour of phone call with Viator, I was told to go to the hotel lobby area and was assured that someone would be picking us up for transport. Was in the lobby before 5:00AM, and still no sign of transportation. Called Viator, and was told to wait till 6:00AM and call back again. 6:00AM still no sign of local transportation. Called Viator, got the refund, but could not believe the agent attempted to sell me another tour package. Seriously! Four calls to Viator, multiple attempts via email to local travel touring company, several confirmed WhatsApp messages and our planned day of going on several tours got completely abolished with significant disappointments. I hold Viator completely responsible for what happened and this is false advertisement on their behalf. Although they refunded my money, I would never ever book anything with them again. Book at your own risk. Don't expect too much and be ready for being disappointed.
2. Best of Nicaragua
Overall Ratings
4.4 based on 26 reviews
This package offers the best of Nicaragua: two antique colonial cities founded almost 500 years ago, their architecture and history; active volcanoes and tropical forests; mangrove forest and Juan Venado Natural Reserve.
Inclusions: Arrival & departure transfer, All ground transfers described in the program, 1 night / Hotel Contempo, Standard Room, Breakfast included, 2 nights / Hotel El Convento / Standard Room, Breakfast included, 3 nights / Plaza Colon / Superior Room, Breakfast included, Shared Leon City Tours (L), Shared Juan Venado Island and Natural Reserve & Mangrove Forest, Shared Granada City Tour, Shared Las Isletas Boat Tour, Shared Mombacho Volcano & Canopy Tour, Breakfast, Coffee and/or Tea
Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Gratuities
Reviewed By Diver7675
I'm from the USA and traveled with them for planning my 20 day trip starting with 10 days in Nicaragua and then 8 in Panama. Trip was planned well with nice options for tours and places to stay. No complaints from my end and would use them again
3. 7-Day Volcano Adventure
Nicaraguan Volcano adventure, is a trip like no other. For 7 days and 6 nights explore some of Nicaragua's most amazing volcanoes. Visit the cloud forest in Mombacho volcano, swing in an exotic and prestige volcano lagoon and feel the mystical energy of this place. Feel the adrenaline as you slide down on a wooden board at Cerro Negro. Drive up to the rim of the only volcano in the western hemisphere where you can actually do that and see the lava down in the crater. Paddleboard or kayak between volcanic islands. If that is not enough, get to experience Nicaragua's culture, food and traditions in every experience.
Inclusions: Accommodation as per itinerary, 6 nights accommodation, Airport/Departure Tax, All taxes, fees and handling charges, Beverages, Bottled water, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Snacks, Professional guide, Tour escort/host, Round-trip shared transfer, Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Gratuities, Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Reviewed By Miriamredford15
ITA gave me the experience of a lifetime and surrounded me with warm and welcoming people. The hotel made me feel like a queen, our activities gave me a sense of thrill, the food was delicious, and the overall atmosphere made me feel so accepted. With travel you sometimes say "Maybe ill come back again someday. Who knows." After jumping into this adventure, I KNOW it is a destination I will go back to. There are no "what ifs" or "maybes" for me. It was that memorable and life changing. ITA made sure of it with their amazing team of DOERS!
4. 5-Day Granada Adventure from Managua
Stay 5 days and 4 nights at a beautiful and spacious Hotel Plaza Colon across the street from Parque Central - main square in the Historical District of Granada. The hotel is set in an elegant antique colonial house that has been restored to its original style and architecture, with interior courtyards and balconies.
Inclusions: Accommodation as per itinerary, 4 nights accommodation, Breakfast, All activities, Driver/guide, Local guide, Tour escort/host, Island boat trip, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Hotel pickup and drop-off
Exclusions: Gratuities, Souvenir photos (available to purchase), Airfare, Alcoholic beverages (except welcome bottle of rum or case of beer), Lunch (except Island lunch)
Reviewed By Miriamredford15
ITA gave me the experience of a lifetime and surrounded me with warm and welcoming people. The hotel made me feel like a queen, our activities gave me a sense of thrill, the food was delicious, and the overall atmosphere made me feel so accepted. With travel you sometimes say "Maybe ill come back again someday. Who knows." After jumping into this adventure, I KNOW it is a destination I will go back to. There are no "what ifs" or "maybes" for me. It was that memorable and life changing. ITA made sure of it with their amazing team of DOERS!
5. Best of Nicaragua 7-Day Tour: Lakes, Islands and Volcanoes
For the next 7 days you'll have the opportunity to explore the hidden beauty of Nicaragua's volcanic terrain, a historical masterpiece of the city of Granada, in addition to spending few days hiking through dense jungles, swimming inside a volcanic crater, swimming in crystal clear water springs of Ojo de Agua, kayaking, and experiencing the volcanic ecosystem. You will visit the following places: Laguna de Apoyo Granada City Mombacho Volcano Masaya Volcano Ometepe Island Isletas de Granada
Inclusions: Accommodation as per itinerary, 6 nights Hotel accommodation, All taxes, fees and handling charges, Fuel surcharge, Bottled water, All activities, Driver/guide, Local guide, Tour escort/host, Transport by air-conditioned vehicle, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Meals (Daily Breakfast, Welcome Dinner & Goodbye Dinner)
Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Gratuities, Souvenir photos (available to purchase), Airfare
Reviewed By Miriamredford15
ITA gave me the experience of a lifetime and surrounded me with warm and welcoming people. The hotel made me feel like a queen, our activities gave me a sense of thrill, the food was delicious, and the overall atmosphere made me feel so accepted. With travel you sometimes say "Maybe ill come back again someday. Who knows." After jumping into this adventure, I KNOW it is a destination I will go back to. There are no "what ifs" or "maybes" for me. It was that memorable and life changing. ITA made sure of it with their amazing team of DOERS!
6. volcano, trail and adventure tours
This is a tourism product, created with the desire that you feel the satisfaction of having visited and known the different places of natural and cultural attraction of each site.
Inclusions: Typical food such as vigoron chicharrón with cassava and salad and its natural soda or soft drinks, boat ticket fees ziplan rates. free waters, Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: Alcoholic Beverages
7. Nicaragua Highlights: A 10 days journey through the best of Nicaragua!
A unique 10 days journey that includes some of the most famous destinations in Nicaragua as León and Granada, combine with two off the beaten path destinations as Apoyo Lagoon and Ometepe Island. The perfect mix between culture, history and nature.
Inclusions: Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Meet & Greet at the International Airport and San Jorge port, Information package with maps and a detailed itinerary, Lodgement at hotels as mentioned or similar, Transfers and Ferry tickets, Tours mentioned with an English speaking guide + entrance fees., VAT / taxes
Exclusions: International flights, Meals other than mentioned, Migration fees, Personal expenses, Optional tours/activities, Tips nor porters
Reviewed By ana9166
A must do in Granada!! Take a chocolate drink, have a swim at the pool and finish with a fantastic chocolate massage:) Iliana is a great masseuse! I highly recommend the choco reflexology!
8. Charming Nicaragua "9 days Private Tour"
Enjoy the best of Nicaragua's story, culture volcanoes, lakes, beaches, Islands, adventures and more Enjoy the best of Nicaragua in 9 Days. Let's visit the best two colonial cities in the country, Cerro Negro volcano (youngest volcano in Nicaragua) Enjoy the landscapes, volcanoes adventure, lakes, lagoons Islands and more! You will explore and enjoy the culture and history of these two oldest cities of Nicaragua and the best activities these offers. From hiking on an active and young volcano to relax of a private boat tour in the largest lake of Central America. Ometepe Island (fire and water) located in the heart of big lake Nicaragua. San Juan is famous for its half-moon of a beach, one of the best beaches in the area.
Inclusions: Private transportation, Private professional tour guide for 9 days, Water and snacks, All entrance fees and activities
Exclusions: Meals are excluded
Reviewed By hudsoncrider
We wanted to experience as much as possible in the limited time we had in Nicaragua which is why we decided to book a tour with Vamos Travel Nicaragua. We wanted to see the country from a local’s perspective which is how we met Franklin, the owner of Vamos Travel Nicaragua Franklin does it all! From history, transportation, photography, and friend, it was so helpful to travel through Nicaragua with a local expert! Right away we knew we made the right decision.. It was a great feeling to have someone waiting for us at the Costa Rica / Nicaragua border. Vamos Travel Nicaragua crafts their tours to best experience the country's history, culture, and most importantly food. =) Our favorite experiences were volcano boarding, Masaya volcano and the León city tour. With more than 16 years of experience as a certified tour guide, Franklin is a walking encyclopedia of dates and did a great job of conveying the history and information in an engaging and interesting way! Vamos Travel Nicaragua is a master at customizing his tours to each of their customers. We told Franklin the things we wanted to see and he made sure that we were able to experience them. It was very helpful with our limited time to have his honest opinion on what was worth seeing and what we could skip. We really wish that we had time to explore the beautiful country of Nicaragua, but so thankful for our incredible experience with Vamos Travel Nicaragua!
