In Nicaragua there is a lot to see, and being able to enjoy it will all the freedom in the world is a great thing! Some of the interesting places you’ll see are: Managua, León, Granada, Ometepe and San Juan del Sur.
Day 01 Arrival in Managua
Upon arrival to Managua airport, you will be transferred to your city hotel. Lodging at the Casa Naranja Hotel in Managua
Day 02 Managua / Leon (B)
After breakfast, the rental car will be delivered to your hotel. Then, you will drive on your own towards Leon. Along the way you'll enjoy impressive views of Lake Managua and Momotombo Volcano. The rest of the day is free for you to enjoy this beautiful colonial city! (Approximate driving time from Managua to Leon is 2 hours and 15 minutes, and the distance is 100 km or 62 miles). We suggest you visit Leon Viejo along the way. Lodging at Los Balcones Hotel in Leon
Day 03 Hervideros San Jacinto / Matagalpa: Selva Negra (B)
Today you'll head towards Selva Negra Lodge, in the mountains between Matagalpa and Jinotega. Along the way, you'll pass by the Hervideros los Jacintos (Hot Springs). Afterwards, continue driving up the mountains, until reaching Matagalpa, one of the most important coffee production sites in the country. Upon arrival to the lodge, we suggest you go on a walk in one of the local trails. (Approximate driving time from Leon to Selva Negra: 3 hours and 30 minutes; distance: 180 km or 112 miles) Lodging in Selva Negra in Matagalpa
Day 04 Selva Negra / Masaya Volcano National Park / Granada (B)
In the morning, feel free to visit the farm on your own, discovering the rural life of the area. During your drive to the Pacific area, you will feel the climatic differences of the region. Along the way stop by the Masaya volcano National Park. From the craters edge, you will observe the great emanation of the Santiago crater. After this visit we suggest you explore the Famous White Towns of Catarina, famous for its ornamental plants and San Juan de Oriente, well known for their pottery work. At the end of the afternoon, drive to the colonial city of Granada. (Approximate driving time: 5 hours; distance: 210 km or 130 miles) Lodging at the Plaza Colon Hotel in Granada
Day 05 (&06) Granada (B)
Today is yours to spend at leisure. Some optional activities available are Mombacho Volcano and a tour of the Isletas or a visit to Laguna de Apoyo. Lodging at the Plaza Colon Hotel in Granada
Day 07 San Jorge / Santo Domingo Beach (Ometepe) (B)
In the morning, drive towards San Jorge Port, following the Pan-American Highway. Upon arrival to the port, you will catch the ferry that departs at 10:30 am. Once you arrive to the Ometepe Island, you'll drive to Santo Domingo Beach. Along the way you'll pass by several quaint villages, such as Alta Gracia. (Approximate driving time from Granada to Santo Domingo: 3 hours; distance: 115 km or 72 miles). Lodging at Villa Paraaiso Hotel in Ometepe
Day 08 Ometepe (B)
Today is yours to spend at leisure in Ometepe. We suggest an excursion to Maderas Volcano. During the dry season, is possible to do a rout around the volcano. Lodging at Villa ParaÃso Hotel in Ometepe
Day 09 San Juan del Sur (B)
Today, drive to the port in Moyogalpa, the island's main town. Once there, take the ferry to mainland, and drive south towards the laidback town of San Juan del Sur. The rest of the afternoon is free to enjoy the town or visit other nearby beaches. (Approximate driving time: 2 hours; distance: 65 km or 40 miles) Lodging at the Posada Azul Hotel in San Juan Del Sur
Day 10 San Juan del Sur (B)
Today is yours to spend at leisure. We suggest you visit Playa La Flor Natural Reserve, where turtles come to nest during the rainy season, or further south to El Ostional. Lodging at Hotel Colonial in San Juan Del Sur
Day 11 San Juan del Sur / Managua (B)
Today, drive back to Managua. There are several routes you can choose from, for example, you can go through Masaya and stop by the market, or you can go by the less travelled La Concepción. (Approximate driving time: 3 hours; distance: 180 km or 112 miles)
