Adventure Travel Specialists
Costa Rica ~ Nicaragua
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Arrival in Nicaragua, Managua International Airport
A private driver will meet you outside of baggage claim and drive you to your hotel in Grenada, Casa San Francisco.
Approximately 1 hour trip
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The city of Grenada is where the Spanish made there first stand in the "New World", where they cleared the first plazas and built the first churches, then launched the conquest of two mighty continents. Most notably, Grenada is known for its breath taking five century year old, Spanish Colonial adobe architecture. These gorgeous buildings that you will see have sustained bullets, bombs, and city wide fires. Many of the original floor plans are still intact.
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Accommodations in Grenada:
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Casa San Francisco is a beautiful new hotel and restaurant in the heart of the historic district of Granada. It has welcomed visitors from all over the world since its opening in 2004, many of whom return for the gracious ambience, tasteful decoration and, of course, the delicious cuisine. The bilingual staff offers personal service and loves sharing information with their guests.
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The afternoon on day one is free for you to relax by the pool or explore Grenada
Dinner at Tercer Ojo. Hip ambiance with international cuisines. (Recommendation)
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View the ragged crown of the Mombacho Volcano rising above Grenada by taking a two hour guided hike around the volcano. This active volcano is topped by a dwarf cloud forest, where a fairly easy trail around the lip of the volcano offers spectacular views of Granada, Laguana de Apoyo, the isletas and on a clear day Ometepe. Youll see lots of wildlife, orchids, fumeroles, and other volcanic activity.
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Lunch at TelePizza. Best thin crust pizza in town. (Recommendation)
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The afternoon is free for you to explore the city of Grenada.
Dinner at El Zguan. Do it your self barbecue from the comfort of your own table! (Recommendation)
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Cutirre Canopy Tour consists of approximately 2,000 feet of cable stretching between 17 platforms situated from 10 to 100 ft. above the forest floor. Each platform provides an ideal opportunity to rest, bird watch or just take in the majestic views of the Mombacho Volcano and Lake Nicaragua's coast. Guests are accompanied by the most well trained naturalist and canopy guides in the country, using the highest quality equipment available (helmets, harnesses, pulleys and gloves) and the using the best safety techniques developed during 10 years of canopy operations in Costa Rica.
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Lunch at Redford's. American cuisine. (Recommendation)
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Explore the islands of Lake Nicaragua by a privately chartered boat. This 2 hour cruise will allow you to see a few of the 300 plus islands this large lake has to offer. You can stop by a couple of islands along the way and grab beverages at bars located on these islands. If you would like to see monkeys inform your captain that you want to see the infamous Monkey Island. Be sure to keep your belongings close by because these monkeys have been known to steal, cameras, wallets, and passports from boats venturing to close to the island. There will be places along the way to swim, it is recommended to wear a swimming suit on this tour.
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Dinner at Restaurante Frutti D' Mare. Italian seafood cuisine. (Recommendation)
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A private driver will meet you at your hotel in Grenada, Casa San Francisco and drive you to your hotel in San Juan del Sur, La Posada Azul.
Approximately 1 hour trip
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San Juan del Sur (SJDS) has been awash in North American travelers since the early 1800s, when it was the quickest route between New York City and San Francisco. Folks from Mark Twain to the buffalo soldiers immortalized in Bob Marley's tune took a steamship down the Atlantic Coast and up Nicaragua's Rio San Juan to San Jorge, then caught a carriage, and later a train, to SJDS, where they got the boat to California. Prior to the completion of the Panama Canal, San Juan del Sur, became one of the most important ports in the Americas.
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3 nights accommodations at La Posada Azul.
Superior Room(s) with daily breakfast included
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www.laposadaazul.com
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If you are looking for the perfect beach hotel in Nicaragua, look no further than La Posada Azul. This hotel has updated a historic, wooden home, into a charming boutique hotel with six elegantly appointed rooms, where you can relax and enjoy superb hospitality in paradise! All rooms have private baths, hot water, fans, and air conditioning. La Posada Azul also has a delightful large porch where they serve a full breakfast to their guests. The pool is located in private tropical garden filled with colorful bougainvillea and you can enjoy cold drinks from the honor bar located in the palapa.
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The afternoon on day one is free for you to relax by the pool or explore San Juan del Sur.
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The next two couple days are designated for you to explore the town of San Juan del Sur and relax on the various beaches around the area. From your hotel, La Posada Azul, it is a one minute walk to the beach.
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ALE can pre-reserve any of the following Eco-adventures. Below are some suggested options, in addition to enjoying your accommodations or shopping in San Juan del Sur.
Great surfing can be had at Playa Hermosa, Playa Tamarindo, and Madera. If you are new to surfing or would like to improve, there are surf schools can assist you in achieving those goals:
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The San Juan del Sur area offers visitors a wide selection of options including international fine dinning, local Nico flavors, pizzerias and casual after surf hangouts. Menu options include Tuscan inspired Italian, Vegetarian and Raw food bars, Fresh from the beach Seafood, American and continental cuisine, burgers and pizza, and several outstanding local Nico flavors.
San Juan del Sur has a vibrant nightlife a high energy disco on Friday and Saturday nights, several casual bars offering Satellite TV sport packages, Surfer hangouts, and even an authentic. Many bars feature live music.
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A private driver will meet you at your hotel San Juan del Sur, La Posada Azul and drive you to your hotel in Managua, Hilton Princess Managua .
Approximately 1.5 hour trip
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