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Feast all of your senses on the rich cuisine of Nicaragua on a private tour of Léon for food lovers. You’ll overcome the language barrier and explore a bustling food market with your guide, and discover snacks and ingredients you might otherwise have missed if exploring alone.

Enjoy nature while horseback riding and reach a peaceful crater lagoon. Let's have direct contact with nature, horseback riding through farms. Take a look at real cowboy life and learn about the region. Have relaxing swimming in warm lagoon water

Explore Leon highlights, from a Sandinista prison to a historic university, on a private walking tour that’s tailored to you. Prebooking a personalized experience with a local guide gives you inside access to the city, with plenty of time to discuss the things you see. Whether you’re getting your bearings or looking for a deeper dive into Leon's culture and history, this tour is designed for your interests.

No matter if you’ve skateboarded, snowboarded, or sandboarded, you’ve likely never volcano boarded. This extremely unique activity is an adrenaline-filled sport that takes place on the side of an active volcano. Leave Leon for the Nicaraguan countryside where you’ll learn how to ride own the side of Cerro Negro on a volcano board. A jumpsuit, googles, and helmet are provided to help keep you save as you ride down this rocky hillside.

Walk through León on a comprehensive tour of the historic city's landmarks and attractions. With a small group of 15 people or fewer, spend 3 hours visiting attractions like the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Cathedral of León and the local Central Market. Conclude your tour with a beverage at CocinArte.

Discover the colonial city of Leon, Nicaragua as you embark on a sightseeing tour of the city. Join a small group and visit the city’s main highlights including the Leon Cathedral which combines baroque and neoclassical elements and the plantations. While you explore your guide provides context on the history, culture, and way of life of the local people.

Experience the ruins of Leon Viejo, the former Nicaraguan capital, which was destroyed in the 1500s by the region’s notoriously destructive volcanic activity. Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site with a personal guide and see what remains of this once important colonial city. Take in spectacular views of Lake Xolotlan, Momotombo volcano, and its little brother Momotombito and enjoy private transportation to and from the site.

Get a glimpse into Nicaragua’s past and a taste of its future with this rum and pre-Columbian tour. Leave Leon behind and learn about the national rum: Flor de Cana. This award-winning rum is renowned around the world and this tour includes interactive stations where you’ll learn about the history and production of Flor de Cana. Then, you’ll visit the Chorotega Nicarao Museum, an archaeological museum featuring pre-colonial collections.

No need to feel insecure when learning to dance salsa. This private tutorial in Leon will get you dancing before you know it, so when you join in a class or dance session, you’ll be able to dance with the best of them. Your private instructor will give you personalized attention, helping you to perfect the steps in this approximately 2-hour class.

On Nicaragua’s western coast, a quiet island full of wildlife waits for you to explore. Get out of the city and into nature with this private kayaking tour of Juan Venado Island. You’ll meet your guide in Leon then drive the short distance to Las Penitas Beach. A mangrove forest stretches between the coast and the island, creating a scenic waterway for you to paddle through. Glide across these calm waters looking for egrets and birds taking roost.

San Jacinto Mud pods, Let's walk the fumarolic field and see the mud pits of different sizes, depths, and colors. See nature's force in action as the mud bubbles and churns, spitting up geysers of steam in addition to learning with the locals to make the very popular tortillas. Let's enter the spirits of colonial days exploring the ruins of old Leon, one of the oldest Spanish colonial settlements in the Americas so-called "American Pompey" founded by Spanish in 1524 and abandoned in 1610. Learn how indigenous people of the Imabite tribe used to live, their culture and more. Take a short walk in the old Momotombo Port and see Managua lake and the historical Momotombo volcano nearby. Enjoy swimming in the warm water of a gorgeous volcanic crater lagoon "Laguna del Tigre" also known as Asososca Lagoon and enjoy nature. and just before hitting back to Leon let's stop and try our typical dessert "Quesillo" in a small artisan town.

Enjoy the best of Nicaragua's story, culture volcanoes, lakes, beaches, Islands, adventures and more Enjoy the best of Nicaragua in 9 Days. Let's visit the best two colonial cities in the country, Cerro Negro volcano (youngest volcano in Nicaragua) Enjoy the landscapes, volcanoes adventure, lakes, lagoons Islands and more! You will explore and enjoy the culture and history of these two oldest cities of Nicaragua and the best activities these offers. From hiking on an active and young volcano to relax of a private boat tour in the largest lake of Central America. Ometepe Island (fire and water) located in the heart of big lake Nicaragua. San Juan is famous for its half-moon of a beach, one of the best beaches in the area.

Experience the thrill of a lifetime with a volcano boarding tour of Cerro Negro, the youngest volcano in Nicaragua. Located in the city of León, this volcano is an active volcano that rises 726 meters above sea level. On your tour, you will be outfitted with a protective suit and given a special board to ride down the volcano. After a brief safety briefing, you will hike up the volcano to the top, where you will be rewarded with an awe-inspiring view of the surrounding landscape. Once at the top, you will be ready to board down the volcano’s steep slopes. The experience of riding down Cerro Negro will be unlike any other. At the end of your tour, you will have an unforgettable experience that you will never forget. You will have a sense of accomplishment and a great story to tell your friends, family, and future generations. Cerro Negro volcano boarding is a once-in-a-lifetime experience you won’t forget!

Experience the beauty of Nicaragua’s Telica Volcano on a once-in-a-lifetime sunset tour. Your driver will pick you up from your location and take you to the volcano, located about 30-40 minutes away from the city. From there, you will embark on a 45-minute hike up to the volcano, where you’ll be rewarded with stunning views of the sunset. Once you reach the summit, you will be able to witness a truly magical and unforgettable sunset. Enjoy the spectacular colors of the sky as the sun dips below the horizon, and take in the fresh air of the volcano. This is the perfect opportunity to experience the dramatic landscape of Nicaragua and create lasting memories. This Volcano sunset tour will be forever etched in your memory for a lifetime! Just a friendly reminder to bring a few headlamps with you in case it gets dark while you’re hiking down the volcano!

Story, culture, sun, fun and Adventure Let's enter the spirits of colonial days exploring the ruins of old Leon, one of the oldest Spanish colonial settlements in the Americas so-called "American Pompey" founded by Spanish in 1524 and abandoned in 1610. Learn how indigenous people of the Imabite tribe used to live, their culture and more. Enjoy swimming in the warm water of a gorgeous volcanic crater lagoon "Laguna del Tigre" also known as Asososca Lagoon and enjoy nature. and just before hitting back to Leon let's stop and try our typical dessert "Quesillo" in a small artisan town.

With a professional guide, you will visit the most charming places in the city. You will have a chance to explore the city while hearing fascinating facts and legends. León has 15 unique and beautiful churches and is filled with breathtaking colonial architecture. Its main Cathedral is mentioned as the largest in Central America. What is Rubén Darío, the most admired and celebrated Nicaraguan poet, often called the Prince of Castilian Letters”? You will be surprised how many stories are hidden in the streets, buildings, and corners of León. Your charming guide will tell you what is special and unique about living in this city. Perfect for those visiting the city for the first time and wanting to get the most out of it!

From Leon, a guided tour is the easiest way to visit Somoto Canyon in a day. The 4-hour drive flies by in the comfort of a private climate-controlled vehicle, and your time exploring the rivers, gorges, and waterfalls of Somoto Canyon is made fun and safe with a guide. This tour includes all equipment for a relaxing float down the canyon, too.

In northern Nicaragua near the Honduran border, the Somoto Canyon was heavily unexplored until the early 2000s. Today, you have the opportunity to explore this unique geological area of the country with a guide. This private tour takes you through the Somoto Canyon National Monument where you’ll wander the canyon rim and down into the water then enjoy a lunch together.

León, Nicaragua offers a romantic walking tour for couples looking for a unique and memorable experience. Stroll through the beautiful streets and admire the stunning colonial architecture, with its distinctive churches and colorful homes. Take a relaxing walk along the banks of the Chiquito River and enjoy the stunning scenery. Stop by the bustling markets and sample some of the delicious local cuisines. Visit the many interesting galleries and monuments that make León a cultural center of Central America. Couples will love the romantic atmosphere of this charming city and its vibrant nightlife. From the breathtaking views of the nearby volcanoes to the intimate restaurants and lively street performers, León is a worthy destination for couples seeking a romantic getaway!

This is a private tour meant to accommodate your needs and schedule. Through email, we can work on an itinerary that's right for you. If you have any specific destinations you would like to visit, please let me know and I will do my best to accommodate your wishes. Enjoy of the best of Nicaragua in 3 Days. Let's visit the best two colonial cities in the country. Enjoy the landscapes, volcanoes adventure, lakes, lagoon and more! You will learn and enjoy the two oldest cities of Nicaragua and the best activities these tow cities offer, from sliding down on an active and young volcano to relax of a private boat tour in the largest lake of Central America.