Montelimar Beach Resort & Casino is one of the biggest beach resort in Central America with more than 290 air conditioned rooms decorated in tropical style using mahogany and tile. This magnificent resort located 41 miles from Managua, on the Pacific coast, offers you a beautiful beach, large pools, 2 restaurants, snack bar, 4 bars, a disco located in the middle of the pool, casino on weekends, satellite TV, day & night entertainment program, beach towels, windsurfing and other activities are included in your tour program.

USA airport departure /security /fuel surcharges/ taxes -from USA $238; airport departure tax from Nicaragua $18; insurance and any other not specifically mentioned in this tour program. 

Rates subject to change at any time. Rates includes all meals,  room taxes and services charges. Children rates: Valid for children under 12 years old and sharing room with 2 adults. Extra nights  Extra nights Apr.01-Dec.26 per person:DBL $68;TRP $62; SGL $80; CHL $30 (Except JUL & AUG...cost Extra nights DBL $86; TRP 81; SGL $120; CHL $55

ADD-ONS VIA AMERICAN AIRLINES:  Add $200 from DFW,HOU and Zone 2; Add $240 from Zone 1; Add $290 from ATL, BOS, EWR, NYC, WAS, Zone 3; Add $310 from CHI, LAX, SFO, SJU, Zone 4 & 5; Add $350 from Zone 6. 

AMERICAN AIRLINES ZONE CHART: Zone 1: FL; Zone 2: AR, LA, MS, NM, OK, TX; Zone 3: CT, GA, MA, MD, NC, NH, NY, PA, RI, SC, VA, VT; Zone 4: AL, AZ, CO, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, MI, MN, MO, NE, OH, SD, TN, WI; Zone 5: CA, ID, NV, UT; Zone 6: OR, WA 

ADD-ONS WITH TACA AIRLINES: Add $100 from L.Angeles; Add $160 from Dallas or Houston; Add $240 from N.York (kennedy) and Washington; Add $130 from Chicago; Add $50 from Boston;Add $280 from San Francisco 

Air portion is subject to controlled number of seats available. ALL TOURS REQUIRES 14 DAY ADVANCE PURCHASED. LESS THAN 13 DAYS -PLEASE CALL YOUR AGENT OR TARA TOURS INC. RATES SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME.

8 days/7 nights -Daily departures

Day 01 USA-MANAGUA

Arrive in Managua where you will be met and transfer to the new Inter-Continental Metrocentro Hotel.

Day 02 MANAGUA-GRANADA

Morning city of Managua which has been the capital of Nicaragua since 1852. Managua has a very warm and sunny climate. To the north, one can find the old city center. This area was destroyed by an earthquake in 1972. On the contrary, the southern part of the city is now called the future downtown of Managua. Among the places to visit are the “National Historic Park Loma de Tiscapa”. Here we will learn about the history of the city and the national hero Augusto Cesar Sandino. We will see the ruins of the old presidential palace, the “Park of Peace”, “El Malecon”, for a closer look at Lake Managua and the surrounding areas. Then to  see the monument to Simon Bolivar, in the avenue of the same name and also the National Theater Ruben Dario, New Presidential House, Palace of Culture and other buildings. The tour will take us to the enigmatic human footprints of Acahualinca, (6000 years old). Continue to see the future center of the city with its modern and new metropolitan cathedral. Tours ends with a visit to the arts and craft market for souvenirs.

Early afternoon transfer to Granada for overnight at hotel Gran Francia or hotel Plaza Colon. (B)
 

Day 03 GRANADA-MASAYA

Breakfast. Full Day tour to Granada City, Masaya Volcano & Masaya Market.   The tour starts with a visit to the Cathedral and the oldest convent in America.  Walk through the Main Plaza, visit Casa de Los Leones and observe the beauty of this city.  Enjoy a boat ride through some of the 365 small Island on Lake Nicaragua. Largest freshwater lake in one country of Latin America. Then you will visit the Masaya Volcano National Park for a spectacular view of an active crater. From here we will continue to Masaya Market for shopping the most beautiful souvenirs of Nicaragua. Includes lunch. Overnight at Colonial city of Granada– La Gran Francia or hotel Plaza Colon.. (B & L)

Day 04 MOMBACHO VOLCANO

Breakfast. Half day tour to Mombacho Volcano natural reserve.

The adventure begins on a paved road and right from the start we will be surprised by the biodiversity of this natural reserve. Surrounded by exuberant vegetation and enjoying breathtaking views. When we reach the summit, we will understand why this ecosystem is a cloud forest. We will then take the trails of the volcano to learn a lot about the flora, the fauna, the ancient people who lived there and the Vulcan logy of the area. If the day is clear enough, we will visit an impressive viewpoint to observe the plain pacific region of Nicaragua, the neighboring city of Granada and the great lake of Nicaragua and its islands. When we return from our walk (moderate  hike) we will visit the biological station. . Overnight at Hotel La Gran Francia or Plaza Colon, in Granada. (B)

Day 05 GRANADA-MONTELIMAR

Breakfast.  Guided transfer from León City to Barceló Montelimar Hotel -an all Inclusive beach resort). Overnight at Barceló Montelimar. (B,L,D)

Day 06-07 MONTELIMAR

Days at leisure to enjoy the Resort.

ABOUT MONTELIMAR: Montelimar Beach Resort & Casino is one of the biggest beach resort in Central America with more than 290 air conditioned rooms decorated in tropical style using mahogany and tile. This magnificent resort located 41 miles from Managua, on the Pacific coast, offers you a beautiful beach, large pools, 2 restaurants, snack bar, 4 bars, a disco located in the middle of the pool, casino on weekends, satellite TV, day & night entertainment program, beach towels, windsurfing and other activities are included in your tour program. (B,L,D)

Day 08 MONTELIMAR-MANAGUA-USA

Breakfast.  Transfer to the airport for your flight back home. (B)

Price Includes:

Airfare with American or TACA Airlines from Miami (See add-ons below- from 100 USA cities). Transfers on arrival and departure and all ground transportation from Managua to Granada, Masaya, Mombacho and Montelimar, English speaking tour guides, entrance fees,  one night Inter-Continental Metrocentro Hotel in Managua, three nights La Gran Francia or Plaza Colon in Granada,  three nights at the all inclusive Barceló Montelimar, one night in Managua, all room taxes and service charges.

USA airport departure /security /fuel surcharges/ taxes -from USA $238; airport departure tax from Nicaragua $18; insurance and any other not specifically mentioned in this tour program. 

AIR-TOUR RATES FOR 2008

ADD-ONS VIA AMERICAN AIRLINES:  Add $200 from DFW,HOU and Zone 2; Add $240 from Zone 1; Add $290 from ATL, BOS, EWR, NYC, WAS, Zone 3; Add $310 from CHI, LAX, SFO, SJU, Zone 4 & 5; Add $350 from Zone 6. 

ZONE CHART: Zone 1: FL; Zone 2: AR, LA, MS, NM, OK, TX; Zone 3: CT, GA, MA, MD, NC, NH, NY, PA, RI, SC, VA, VT; Zone 4: AL, AZ, CO, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, MI, MN, MO, NE, OH, SD, TN, WI; Zone 5: CA, ID, NV, UT; Zone 6: OR, WA 

Nicaragua'S Odyssey

History, Culture & Relaxation
 

10 days/ 9 nights
 

Day 1 USA-MANAGUA
Arrive in Managua where you will be met and transfer to the new Holiday Inn Managua.
 

Day 2 MANAGUA-SELVA NEGRA
Breakfast. Before, heading to Selva Negra, your tour guide will take you for Managua city tour which includes visits to Alcahulinca Indian tracks, Ruben Dario Theater, Peace park and other interesting places part of the latest history of Nicaragua, after lunch the trip continues to Matagalpa area. Overnight at Selva Negra, Matagalpa. (B,L)
 

Day 3 SELVA NEGRA
Breakfast – Morning Coffee Tour at Selva Negra, you will also visit San Rafael del Norte to learn the importance of the town during the Sandinos time. Afternoon at Leisure. Overnight at Selva Negra. (B)
 

Day 4 SELVA NEGRA-LEON
Breakfast. Your day will be full of different experiences of Nicaraguan History. First a visit to the Chorotega Museum in which you will have the chance to enjoy more than 1000 pieces of Pre Columbian Indigenous art that varies from 500BC and 500 AC. Continue your day to the colonial city of Leon for city tour.  Overnight at El Convento, Leon city. (B,L)
Day 5 LEON-GRANADA
After Breakfast depart to the Ruins of Old Leon – Declared in 2000 World Heritage site of Human kind 2002 by UNESCO. Continue your trip to the colonial city of Granada. Rest of the day at Leisure.Overnight at La Gran Francia, Granada. (B,L)
 

Day 6 GRANADA
Breakfast. Spanish influence will be seeing at the colonial city of Granada, where your Nicaragua expert will lead your day starting at Granada then boat trip to Lake Nicaragua.. Largest freshwater lake in one country of Latin America. Continue to Masaya Volcano National Park, Masaya Market where you will find unique pieces of art of local artist. After a visit to Sandino’s Native Town to learn why this man has been important in Nicaragua history. Overnight at La Gran Francia, Granada. (B,L)

Day 7 GRANADA-MOMBACHO
Breakfast. Half day tour to Mombacho Volcano natural reserve.
For our visit, our vehicle will lead the way to the foot of the mountain where we will get in touch with the park keepers. Then we will switch vehicles and start our way up to the top on a four wheel drive. The adventure begins on a paved road and right from the start we will be surprised by the biodiversity of this natural reserve. Surrounded by exuberant vegetation and enjoying breathtaking views. When we reach the summit, we will understand why this ecosystem is a cloud forest. The park keeper will give instructions to everyone so we can enjoy our visit. We will then take the trails of the volcano (For approximately 1:45 Minutes) to learn a lot about the flora, the fauna, the ancient people who lived there and the Vulcan logy of the area. If the day is clear enough, we will visit an impressive viewpoint to observe the plain pacific region of Nicaragua, the neighboring city of Granada and the great lake of Nicaragua and its islands. When we return from our walk, we will visit the biological station where you can enjoy a cup of coffee or purchase snacks. Our guide will let us know when it is time to board the vehicle that will transport us back to the foot of the mountain. Considered a moderate hike. Overnight at La Gran Francia, Granada (B)

Day 8 GRANADA-MONTELIMAR

Breakfast.  Guided transfer from León City to Barceló Montelimar Hotel -an all Inclusive beach resort). Overnight at Barceló Montelimar. (B,L,D)

Day 09 MONTELIMAR

Days at leisure to enjoy the Resort.

ABOUT MONTELIMAR: Montelimar Beach Resort & Casino is one of the biggest beach resort in Central America with more than 290 air conditioned rooms decorated in tropical style using mahogany and tile. This magnificent resort located 41 miles from Managua, on the Pacific coast, offers you a beautiful beach, large pools, 2 restaurants, snack bar, 4 bars, a disco located in the middle of the pool, casino on weekends, satellite TV, day & night entertainment program, beach towels, windsurfing and other activities are included in your tour program. (B,L,D)

Day 10 MONTELIMAR-MANAGUA-USA

Breakfast.  Transfer to the airport for your flight back home. (B)

INCLUDING:

Airfare via American Airlines from Miami to Managua (add-ons available from more than 100 USA cities); All transfers and ground transportation; tours as mentioned in itinerary with English speaking tour guides (Managua City Tour, Half Mombacho Volcano – Crater Trail, Regular Full Day Masaya Volcano & Masaya Market Tour, Coffee Tour at Matagalpa & San Rafael del Norte,  Leon city & Old Leon); 1 Night of Hotel Accommodation at Holiday Inn, Managua; 2 Night at Selva Negra, Matagalpa; 1 Night at el Convento, Leon; 3 Night at La Gran Francia, Granada City; Meals as specified on the above itinerary; Hotel room and service taxes.

USA airport departure /security /fuel surcharges/ taxes -from USA $238; airport departure tax from Nicaragua $18; insurance and any other not specifically mentioned in this tour program. 

AIR-TOUR RATES FOR 2008

ADD-ONS VIA AMERICAN AIRLINES: 

Add $200 from DFW,HOU and Zone 2; Add $240 from Zone 1; Add $290 from ATL, BOS, EWR, NYC, WAS, Zone 3; Add $310 from CHI, LAX, SFO, SJU, Zone 4 & 5; Add $350 from Zone 6. 

AMERICAN AIRLINES ZONE CHART:

Zone 1: FL; Zone 2: AR, LA, MS, NM, OK, TX; Zone 3: CT, GA, MA, MD, NC, NH, NY, PA, RI, SC, VA, VT; Zone 4: AL, AZ, CO, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, MI, MN, MO, NE, OH, SD, TN, WI; Zone 5: CA, ID, NV, UT; Zone 6: OR, WA 

NICARAGUA A LA CARTE

Day 1 : Upon arrival in Managua you will be met at the airport and transferred to hotel selected.

Day 2 : Half-day city tour visiting the old downtown destroyed in the 1972 earthquake, the original Cathedral, the Ruben Dario Theater, the Acahualinca prehistoric footprints, the new Cathedral, the Coffee House and the Huembes art craft market.

Day 3 : Transfer to the airport for departure flight.

HOTELS 2008 RATES PER PERSON

Sample airfare from  from Miami  $450-$600 (plus USA airport taxes). * Camino does not offer breakfast. Children under 12 years old sharing with parents 25% discount.

OPTIONAL TOURS from MANAGUA

(All rates per person)

MASAYA VOLCANO & MARKETS-Daily (Half day)

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