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Top 10 Historical & Heritage Tours in Granada, Granada Department
Drawn by year-round warm weather, colonial-era architecture and the freshwater Lake Nicaragua, travelers from around the world are flocking to Granada. Eco-tourists will love visiting the dormant Mombacho volcano, sailing on the lake and ziplining through the trees. Fans of spa treatments and shopping will find plenty to do, too.
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1. Islets of Granada
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
One of the most popular tour in Granada is the islets .These are a group of 365 small islands scattered about the Asese peninsula.
Inclusions: Transportation., Paseo en bote., Visita la isla de los monos., Visita el 1665 Español fortaleza.
Exclusions: Food and drinks
Reviewed By stevencP6567CS
I needed to get to San Juan del Sur from Colorado. With no U.S. airline carriers flying into Managua, my only reasonable way was to fly Denver to Liberia, Costa Rica and then cross the land border into Nicaragua. I contacted Welcome to Nicaragua and worked with Pablo Lorenzen to arrange the necessary ground transportation. Two transfers: one from Liberia, C.R. to the border and another one from the Nicaragua border to San Juan. Both transfers were flawless. My first driver (Norman) greeted me at the Liberia airport and assisted with my luggage (I was traveling heavy with 140 pounds of supplies for my condo in San Juan) and we had a pleasant drive to the border. He even had good wifi in his vehicle! VERY professional. Norman assisted me with my excessive luggage across the border and met my next driver Michael who drove the second leg of the trip from the border to San Juan. All in all an extremely smooth and enjoyable trip. I'd recommend Pablo and Welcome to Nicaragua for private transfers as well as the many other services they offer. 5 Star rating all the way!!
2. Nicaragua One Day Expedition from Costa Rica
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5.0 based on 23 reviews
Are you in Costa Rica? Don't miss this great Opportunity to visit a second country on this vacations! Nicaragua one day tour will introduce you with a different culture, Known as the land of lakes and volcanoes, this tour honors its name. Feel a real active volcano, and watch an extinct one, picture the architecture of a colonial city with colors the makes it unique, great land escapes, flora, fauna and Culture. Places to visit: Masaya Active Volcano. Apoyo/Crater lake view point Souvenir market Granada Colonial City Birds and monkeys watching Chocolate or Pottery workshop. Clama Tour is concern about your safety working with Professionals to guarantee your experience we help you with border process *Important: 4 minimun people are required for a private tour. * Covid test is mandatory so We can help you.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Transportation In Costa Rica, Transport in Nicaragua, Bilingual guide, All taxes, fees and border charges, monkeys watching in the jungle, shopping
Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Horse Carriage, Tips, Covid test (mandatory) , *Connections if you are not staying in Liberia city
Reviewed By PurpleHealing
Great guy and awesome way to see Costa Rica! Claudio knows a lot about the area and he made it fun ????!
3. City Tour Granada & Isletas
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5.0 based on 54 reviews
Nicaragua Escapade is a Nicaraguan owned company that provides private guided tours where you will have a 100% local experience.
Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes
Exclusions: Personal Expenses
Reviewed By foreverdreamin
After reading all the reviews I decided to go with Rodolfo. My main concern was arriving by plane early in Granada I didn’t want to have to negotiate a taxi, however that’s exactly what I had to do. The timing wasn’t on his website so I asked if that was a problem, he said no. But when we arrived, he was nowhere to be found, I rang him, & he had been unwell & advised me to negotiate, which I did but not for his price. I then rang him again to make sure he was arranging our pickup to León. Calling is not cheap.I suggest if you are using his company only for transfers to email him the day before...unfortunately I was unable to do this. Emails before leaving home weren’t great, but I persevered. The good news, the company he deals with were prompt & dropped us in León & Managua at our accommodation
4. Boat Tour and Granada Sightseeing
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
They are located in Lake Nicaragua, just southeast of the city of Granada in Nicaragua. The islets are a group of 365 small islands scattered about the Asese Peninsula. The islets of Granada are of volcanic origin, they were formed when the Mombacho volcano blew much of its cone into lake Nicaragua thousands of years ago, thereby creating the archipelago. Most of the islets are covered with vegetation and rich with birdlife. Many of the islets are occupied. Some are privately owned and hold homes or vacation houses. There are facilities for the residents and for tourists. Hotels and shops are established on some of the islets, and boating tours are available. The Boat Tour around Islets of Granada takes 1 hour approx. and after the boat tour you will enjoy a sightseeing of the city with your tour guide, some of the historical sites you will see are: La Pólvora Fortress, Churches and Central Park, this tour will be over around midday.
Inclusions: Transportation from Granada, Boat Tour, Bilingual Guide, Sightseeing of the City
Exclusions: Tour Guide gratuity, Services not listed on the itinerary
Reviewed By Brandon A
My friend and I just went on a full day tour to Apoyo Lagoon Lookout, Masaya, and Mombacho Volcanoes with Julio Flores as our guide. Julio is probably the best tour guide I've ever had. He was early to pick us up, spoke perfect english, was extremely knowledgeable, answered every question we had, took us to an extra place we requested, knew where to find specific food and souvenirs, and most importantly was just so nice and fun to tour with which made this tour a great experience. This is also a well planned package that let's you see several amazing places in one day and is well coordinated with local parks and tour operators. I highly recommend this tour, and Julio as a guide for any tour in Nicaragua.
5. Discover Nicaragua and Colonial Granada Day Trip
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Granada is located south of Managua on the edge of Lake Nicaragua. Founded in 1524, Granada is considered one of the oldest cities in America. The architecture of Granada is a romantic combination of colonial houses with baroque neoclassical churches, which makes it the jewel of Nicaragua. For many years, Nicaragua has been unknown as a tourist destination. Today you have the opportunity to visit this new tourist attraction and discover the beauty of this country, its people, its lakes and its active volcanoes. Experience one of the oldest colonials and colorful cities in Central America: Granada. Its original architecture makes you go back in time.
Inclusions: Lunch, Breakfast, Tour Guide, Tour operate with a minimum of 3 travelers, Tour operate with a minimum of 3 travelers (if is less than 3 will depends of our availability)
Exclusions: Gratuities, Don't include tour in Volantas in Granada, Souvenirs
Reviewed By 926RonS
The place didn't disappoint. The numerous waterfalls and trail was great experience. Definitely worth-visiting.
6. Chocolate Workshop in Granada City
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4.7 based on 3 reviews
Learn about the importance of cocoa and how it's used to produce artisanal chocolate, with a hands-on experience using this mythical fruit to prepare your own chocolate treats.
Inclusions: Local guide, Chocolate tasting, Hotel pickup and drop-off
Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Personal expenses
Reviewed By Michele P
Very good agency, they catered a personalised tour of the capital city for me, building around my needs. They provided a professional, knowledgeable and friendly guide and a very good vehicle with driver.
7. Granada City Tour
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1 reviews
This is a tour in the oldest city in the Americas The tour will take place on foot to have a closer perception of the local culture and people. This tour is full of information about culture, gastronomy, architecture, history and more ... You will be all the time with a guide certified by INTUR which is the government department responsible for training national guides. Come and enjoy with us this lovely tour!
Inclusions: Bottled water, Certified Bilingual Guide
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Reviewed By 414s_niav
We did a kayak Tour around the Islets with Manuel and it was very nice. Manuel was an excellent guide. He was punctual and explained us a lot about the Islets. We really liked the tour because it was so authentic. We also waited for the sunset which was beautiful. We definitely recommend this tour with Manuel. Thank you Manuel for everything! We wish you all the best!
8. Granada's City Tour
Experience the history in Granada, one of the oldest colonial cities in the Americas, founded by the Spanish in 1524.
Inclusions: Local guide, Pick-up and drop-off, All Fees and Taxes
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Personal expenses
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!
9. Treasure Of Nicaragua
The trip begins early in the morning to avoid lines while crossing the border. Pick up is at 5:00 am. Always carry your passport and travel itinerary with you. Once crossed the border we will be visiting one of the most active volcanoes in Central America: the Masaya Volcano. We will also make a stop at the homonymous local town characterized by its excellent pottery and souvenir markets. Our next stop is Granada: a colorful and vibrant colonial city founded by the the Spanish in 1524. Here we will see the main church – known simply as “Catedral” – and the Plaza de España, where you can take in magnificent views of the Nicaragua Lake. After lunch, we will go on a relaxing boat tour on this magnificent lake and discover some of its small islands where many monkeys live. After the boat tour we will have a little free time to shop in the lovely historical city and take pictures, then head back to Costa Rica, where you will be dropped off at your hotel.
Inclusions: Local taxes, Breakfast, Lunch, All activities, Driver/guide, Port pickup and drop-off
Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Reviewed By Robert J
my family and i used this transport its was very fast and the driver it was very humble and kind the costa rica roads are very difficult to transit
10. Colonial Granada & Boat Tour Islets
This Tour will show you one of the oldest cities in the Americas, its beautiful colonial structure, its rich culture and tradition, as well as a visit to the chocolate museum and a pleasant tour of the islets of Granada.
Inclusions: Entry
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By NicaCowboy
After visiting the Isletas in Granada, I was interested in visiting other sites in Nicaragua. Danny was very helpful in choosing Ometepe as my next tour site. Danny provided a customized tour package that included a rental car (automatic), route to San Jorge port where the ferry transported the passengers and rental car to/from Ometepe, route to the hotel, a 1-night reservation in the cabanas found in the Omaja resort, and 3 guided tours in Ometepe. Danny's knowledge and experience of Ometepe helped me to choose a customized tour package that allowed for a more personalized and enjoyable experience of Nicaragua. I highly recommend Danny's Tour to everyone visiting Nicaragua.
