Nica-Tica Combo
Luxury:
Focus: Nicaragua and Costa Rica Combo Package
Areas Visited: Granada, San Juan del Sur, Arenal, Conchal
Two countries - 10 nights. Experience the best of Nicaragua and Costa Rica wrapped up in a neat package! You'll travel from the colonial jewel of Granada, to Nicaragua's premium beach town of San Juan del Sur, and then across the border to the Costa Rican Arenal Volcano, Central America's adrenaline center. From there you'll head to the pristine beaches of Playa Conchal to relax in luxury before heading home.
Day 1: Fly into either Liberia, Costa Rica or Managua, Nicaragua and meet our Rep who will show you to your waiting private transfer, who will take you to the city of Granada. The oldest European city on the American mainland, Granada represents Nicaragua and Central America at its most photogenic. Over the years the gentrification of Granada has produced an eclectic restaurant and bar scene, and numerous little boutique hotels springing up behind the city’s ornate carved doors. The best thing to do in Granada is just to walk around, soaking up the atmosphere. Granada also has easy access to Lake Nicaragua and its Isletas, the breathtakingly beautiful Laguna de Apoyo, a 200m-deep crater lake with “healing waters”, and also the cloud forests of Volcan Mombacho. While here you will stay at the Hotel Plaza Colon for three nights. This hotel is located in the historic center of Granada, on the Parque Central, opposite the cathedral. The elegant colonial building was the home of some of the city’s most prominent families and has been recently converted into one of Granada’s most charming hotel properties.
Day 2: Today we’ll show you around town on your Granada Walking Tour. As you stroll around the historic center of Granada, your guide will tell you about its fascinating history and you will observe the outstanding old renovated colonial, neoclassical and baroque style civil and religious buildings. The afternoon is perfect for exploring yourself, relaxing by the pool or finding a favorite cafe to sit outside and people watch.
Day 3: This morning we’ll show you Lake Nicaragua, the largest lake in Central America, the 9th largest lake in the Americas and the 19th largest lake in the world! The Spanish called it “el Mar Dulce”, the “Sweet Sea”, but it is also known by its indigenous name of “Cocibolca”, meaning the same. We’ll pick you up from the Dario and take you the short journey to the small dock of Cabana Amarilla, where we will take a boat for a fascinating trip to observe some of the 360 little volcanic islands that shape the archipelago of “Las Isletas de Granada”. Colorful species of birds such as kingfishers, herons, jacanas, magpie jays, oropendolas, flycatchers, parakeets, sandpipers, and others can be enjoyed.
Day 4: Check out of your hotel as we pick you up for your private transfer to Nicaragua’s best known beach town, San Juan del Sur, on the southern Pacific Coast. Your hotel here will be Pelican Eyes. This is a truly one-of-kind resort, that offers a distinctive blend of gracious hospitality, luxurious accommodations, local charm and community commitment. The guest at Pelican Eyes will enjoy magnificent sweeping, ocean views from the three infinity pools reached by walking through lush tropical gardens.
Day 5: Spend today relaxing on the beach or by the pool. Surfing, sailing, fishing and horseback riding are all within easy access as well.
Day 6: Check our of Pelican Eyes, and out of Nicaragua, as we take you south into Costa Rica, to the Arenal Volcano area. This is the “adventure capital” of Central America, with activities ranging from hiking to rafting to biking to caving to… well, you name it! Here you will stay three nights at the Arenal Manoa hotel that offers amazing volcano views and is close to the action.
Days 7-8: Arenal offers never ending options for thrills and exploration. Get up close and personal with the volcano as a naturalist guide leads you through vast cooled-lava fields. Wander through the enchanting tropical forests and learn about local history and wildlife before soaking away during the evening in the some of the areas famous hot springs. The next day, let a horse do the walking as you explore dense jungle trails and visit regal waterfalls where a refreshing dip and delicious lunch await you.
Day 9: Just when you were getting used to “roughing it” in the rain forest, it’s off to the beach for some relaxation for your final day in Central America! Wave goodbye to La Fortuna from the comfort of your private shuttle as you cruise down towards the Pacific coast. Your destination is the Westin Playa Conchal, a five-star all-inclusive resort guaranteed to put a perfect cap on your two country adventure.
Day 10: Spend today relaxing in luxury at Costa Rica’s finest resort!
Day 11: In your last morning in the country, take a private shuttle through the Guanacaste countryside towards the Liberia international airport for your flight home.
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*Prices reflect 2011/12 high season rates and are subject to change. The price you are quoted by our sales representatives will be 100% accurate based on the exact time of your inquiry. Price is per person, double occupancy accommodation and includes: all taxes, domestic transportation, tours and hotels. Price does not include international airfare, optional travel insurance, or credit card payment service fee.
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Profile: My name is James Dyde and I have been living in Nicaragua and Costa Rica for over 10 years helping people plan custom vacations using my expert knowledge of the country. Let me help you today!