- Ruins of Leon Viejo - Navigate the city of Leon at your leisure with a personal bilingual guide, free from concerns about transport and entry costs (includes hotel pickup and drop-off, private transportation, and admission fees).
Embark on a personalized tour from Managua or Leon, and relish an 8-9 hour day trip tailored to your preferences, where your guide will delve into the rich history, culture, and customs of Leon, often referred to as “the Capital of the Revolution”.
Your knowledgeable guide will lead you to prime locations to savor local cuisine and beverages, as well as to picturesque landscapes and city vistas, ensuring you capture the most breathtaking photos during your excursion.
How will this unfold?
If you’re starting from Managua, your guide will greet you at 9am. (The journey from Managua to Leon takes approximately 1.5 hours)
If you’re beginning in Leon, you’ll rendezvous with your guide at 10 am and commence a city walking tour, visiting:
1- Departing from Managua, you’ll make two notable stops (snapshots against a scenic backdrop and a visit to a local family renowned for pioneering the traditional dish “Quesillo”)
2- The Ruben Dario House (Museum), celebrating the esteemed poet globally acknowledged as the patriarch of Spanish literature.
3- The grand Leon Cathedral “Basilica Asuncion,” over three centuries old, where you’ll have the opportunity to ascend to the rooftop for extraordinary views of the volcanoes and Leon.
4- The Museum of Myths and Legends “Arrechavala,” offering insights into Nicaraguan traditions and culture. (This is the site where the revolutionary struggle commenced)
5- After exploring the city, you can unwind and enjoy a traditional lunch at the main square near the cathedral.
6- Explore the Ruins of Leon, devastated by a volcanic eruption and earthquake in 1610, where you can capture impressive shots of the Momotombo Volcano, situated just two blocks from the lakeside city.
To conclude, at 5pm your tour will wrap up, and you’ll head back to your hotel in Managua or Leon.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Driver/guide
- Transport by private vehicle
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Entrance fee to museums and churches
• Begin your colonial exploration when your guide greets you at your hotel in Managua or Leon
• Personal multilingual local tour guide.
• Hotel collection and drop-off provided by personal transport.
• Explore the must-see spots in Leon(City and Ruins of Leon)
• Stroll around the city of Leon and the Ruins of Leon on a walking tour.
• Visit includes 2 museums and 2 cathedrals
• Private conveyance from the city of Leon to the Ruins of Leon- both ways.
• Tour can commence by picking you up from the airport. A trustworthy staff member will be waiting for you at the airport with a sign bearing your name to take you to the transport( If your flight is delayed, we always wait, ensuring that no one is left behind.)
- Dress code is smart casual
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
