• Province of Guanacaste - Guests will be promptly picked up from their hotel and transported to the border, where the guide will assist with each step of the crossing, which takes about 30 minutes. The guide will streamline the process and handle all passport and visa requirements. From there, the journey continues to enjoy a hearty breakfast to kickstart the day.
• Mirador de Catarina - Visitors can relish an incredible view over the crater of the dormant volcano, Granada, and Lake Nicaragua. There will be time to explore freely before boarding the bus to the next destination.
• Mercado de Artesanias de Masaya - Shop for budget-friendly souvenirs and immerse in the Nicaraguan lifestyle before enjoying a traditional Nicaraguan lunch.
• Museo del Parque Volcan De Masaya - Exploring an inactive volcano in Nicaragua offers a chance to experience the serenity and natural beauty left by volcanic activity. Walking along the trails reveals landscapes shaped by ancient eruptions, such as craters filled with vegetation, now home to diverse flora and fauna. In some instances, the crater has become a lake with crystal-clear waters, surrounded by lush vegetation that contrasts with the surroundings.

Visitors can observe unique geological formations like petrified lava flows, lava-formed caves, and volcanic ash fields that create a lunar-like landscape. Panoramic views from the summits provide breathtaking vistas of the surrounding valleys and mountains, illustrating how volcanoes have sculpted the region’s terrain. This type of volcano serves as a visual reminder of nature’s power, now at rest, yet full of life.

• Catedral Metropolitana Inmaculada Concepcion de Maria - An ancient colonial town near Lake Nicaragua. Stop at the Church of La Merced, considered one of Granada’s most beautiful buildings. It is accompanied by a large tower housing the church bells. Guests can ascend to the roof of the church, offering a panoramic view of the city of Granada, the volcano, and Lake Nicaragua with its islets. This is an ideal spot for capturing photos of the stunning city and its surroundings.
• Las Isletas - The final stop is an hour-long boat ride on Lake Nicaragua to view the islets of Nicaragua at sunset. The guide will pause at Monkey Island, inhabited solely by monkeys who will approach to take food from the guide on the boat! The journey then returns to Costa Rica, with a stop along the way to pick up snacks for the trip back home.
• Province of Guanacaste - Returning to the starting point.

• Private transportation
• Pick up and return to hotel
• In-vehicle air conditioning
• Guide
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Bottled water

• Tips

Experience Nicaragua with the safety and comfort of a private tour tailored for your group in a cozy and pleasant minivan featuring air conditioning and all necessary safety measures. On a day trip from Costa Rica to Nicaragua, first-time visitors will explore the southern highlights of the country. Additionally, enjoy a boat ride, shopping, and wildlife observation, all within a single day.

Guests will be promptly picked up from their hotel at 5 am and transported to the border, where a guide will assist at each crossing point, a process that takes about 30 minutes. The guide will streamline the process and manage all passport and visa requirements. From there, the journey continues with a delightful breakfast to kickstart the day.

The tour includes visits to the Mirador de Catarina, the Craft Market of Masaya, the Museum of the Volcano Park, the Cathedral Immaculate Conception of Mary, and finally, the Islets of Nicaragua, before returning to the starting point.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.