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7 days in Nicaragua
ManaguaMasayaItinerary navigation
Day 1: Managua, Nicaragua
Activities
- Parque de la Paz
- Ruben Dario National Theater
Hotel

Day 2: León, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Managua to Leónbus
1h 45m
$11–50
Activities
- Subtiava Indigenous Neighborhood Walk
- Revolutionary Museum
Hotel

Day 3: Estelí, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from León to Estelíbus
3h
$3–7
Activities
- Miraflor Natural Reserve Hike
- Cathedral of Our Lady of the Rosary
Hotel

Day 4: Jinotega, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Estelí to Jinotegabus
- Take the bus from Estelí to Jinotegabus
2h 12m
$4–7
Activities
- Coffee Plantation Tour
- Matagalpa Coffee Farm Tour
Hotel

Day 5: Matagalpa, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Jinotega to Matagalpabus
1h 30m
$1–4
Activities
- Cerro Apante Natural Reserve
- Parque Morazan
Hotel

Day 6: Chinandega, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Matagalpa to Chinandegabus
2h
$1–8
Activities
- Parque Central de Chinandega
- Reserva Natural Estero Padre Ramos
Hotel

Day 7: Masaya, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Chinandega to Masayabus
- Take the bus from Chinandega to Masayabus
4h 6m
$31–42
Activities
- Apoyo Lagoon Nature Reserve
- Masaya Volcano National Park
Hotel

8 days in Nicaragua
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Day 1: León, Nicaragua
Activities
- Museo de Arte Fundacion Ortiz-Gurdian
- Iglesia El Calvario
Hotel

Day 2: Estelí, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from León to Estelíbus
3h
$3–7
Activities
- Padron Cigar Factory Tour
- Salto de la Estanzuela Waterfall
Hotel

Day 3: Managua, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Estelí to Managuabus
2h 45m
$23–35
Activities
- Museo Sitio Huellas de Acahualinca
- Chocoyero-El Brujo Natural Reserve
Hotel

Day 4: Granada, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Managua to Granadabus
1h 20m
$2
Activities
- ChocoMuseo Granada
- Kayaking on Lake Nicaragua
Hotel

Day 5: Masaya, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Granada to Masayabus
25 min
See more transport optionsActivities
- Museum of Masaya Handicrafts
- El Calvario Church
Hotel

Day 6: Matagalpa, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Masaya to Matagalpabus
2h 40m
$3–7
Activities
- Museo del Cafe Matagalpa
- Cascada de la Luna
Hotel

Day 7: Jinotega, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Matagalpa to Jinotegabus
1h 30m
$1–4
Activities
- San Rafael del Norte Visit
- Lake Apanás Boat Trip
Hotel

Day 8: Chinandega, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the taxi from Jinotega to Chinandegataxi
- Take the bus from Jinotega to Chinandegabus
2h 33m
$10–14
Activities
- Reserva Natural Estero Padre Ramos
- Iglesia Santa Ana
Hotel

9 days in Nicaragua
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Day 1: Granada, Nicaragua
Activities
- Granada Cathedral
- ChocoMuseo Granada
Hotel

Day 2: Managua, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Granada to Managuabus
1h 20m
$2
Activities
- Mercado Roberto Huembes
- Malecon de Managua
Hotel

Day 3: León, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Managua to Leónbus
1h 45m
$11–50
Activities
- Revolutionary Museum
- Iglesia El Calvario
Hotel

Day 4: Estelí, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from León to Estelíbus
3h
$3–7
Activities
- Drew Estate Cigar Factory Tour
- Salto de la Estanzuela Waterfall
Hotel

Day 5: Jinotega, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Estelí to Jinotegabus
- Take the bus from Estelí to Jinotegabus
2h 12m
$4–7
Activities
- Birdwatching Tour
- Cathedral of San Juan Visit
Hotel

Day 6: Matagalpa, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Jinotega to Matagalpabus
1h 30m
$1–4
Activities
- Cerro Apante Natural Reserve
- Taste Local Cuisine
Hotel

Day 7: Chinandega, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Matagalpa to Chinandegabus
2h
$1–8
Activities
- Marina Puesta del Sol
- Museo Chorotega-Nicarao
Hotel

Day 8: Masaya, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Chinandega to Masayabus
- Take the bus from Chinandega to Masayabus
4h 6m
$31–42
Activities
- Coyotepe Fortress
- Horseback Riding Apoyo Lagoon
Hotel

Day 9: Juigalpa, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Masaya to Juigalpabus
- Take the bus from Masaya to Juigalpabus
4h 52m
$15–18
Activities
- Disfrutar de un Cafe Local
- Mirador de Juigalpa
Hotel

10 days in Nicaragua
ManaguaBluefieldsItinerary navigation
Day 1: Managua, Nicaragua
Activities
- Old Cathedral of Managua
- Plaza de la Revolucion
Hotel

Day 2: León, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Managua to Leónbus
1h 45m
$11–50
Activities
- Museo Ruben Dario
- Street Art and Mural Tour
Hotel

Day 3: Estelí, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from León to Estelíbus
3h
$3–7
Activities
- Local Nicaraguan Cooking Class
- Drew Estate Cigar Factory Tour
Hotel

Day 4: Jinotega, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Estelí to Jinotegabus
- Take the bus from Estelí to Jinotegabus
2h 12m
$4–7
Activities
- San Rafael del Norte Visit
- Central Park Stroll
Hotel

Day 5: Matagalpa, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Jinotega to Matagalpabus
1h 30m
$1–4
Activities
- Casa Museo Comandante Carlos Fonseca Amador
- Parque Morazan
Hotel

Day 6: Chinandega, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Matagalpa to Chinandegabus
2h
$1–8
Activities
- Corinto Port
- Reserva Natural Estero Padre Ramos
Hotel

Day 7: Masaya, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Chinandega to Masayabus
- Take the bus from Chinandega to Masayabus
4h 6m
$31–42
Activities
- El Calvario Church
- San Juan de Oriente Pottery Village
Hotel

Day 8: Granada, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Masaya to Granadabus
25 min
$10–15
Activities
- Stroll Calle La Calzada
- Mombacho Volcano Natural Reserve Hike
Hotel

Days 9–10: Bluefields, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take a shuttle bus from Granada to Bluefields
- Take the transfer from Granada to Bluefieldstransfer
- Fly from Granada to Bluefieldsplane
- Take the taxi from Granada to Bluefieldstaxi
2h 30m
$141–556
Activities
- Experience Garifuna Music
- Bluefields Central Market
Hotel

11 days in Nicaragua
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Day 1: León, Nicaragua
Activities
- Revolutionary Museum
- Cerro Negro Volcano Boarding
Hotel

Day 2: Estelí, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from León to Estelíbus
3h
$3–7
Activities
- Drew Estate Cigar Factory Tour
- Galeria de Heroes y Martires
Hotel

Day 3: Managua, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Estelí to Managuabus
2h 45m
$23–35
Activities
- Loma de Tiscapa
- Metropolitan Cathedral of Managua
Hotel

Day 4: Granada, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Managua to Granadabus
1h 20m
$2
Activities
- Iglesia La Merced Bell Tower View
- Horse-Drawn Carriage City Tour
Hotel

Day 5: Masaya, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Granada to Masayabus
25 min
See more transport optionsActivities
- San Juan de Oriente Pottery Village
- Apoyo Lagoon Nature Reserve
Hotel

Day 6: Matagalpa, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Masaya to Matagalpabus
2h 40m
$3–7
Activities
- Parque Morazan
- Cascada de la Luna
Hotel

Day 7: Jinotega, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Matagalpa to Jinotegabus
1h 30m
$1–4
Activities
- Jinotega Viewpoint
- Jinotega Food Tasting Tour
Hotel

Day 8: Chinandega, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the taxi from Jinotega to Chinandegataxi
- Take the bus from Jinotega to Chinandegabus
2h 33m
$10–14
Activities
- Aserradores Beach
- Local Gastronomy Experience
Hotel

Days 9–11: Nueva Guinea, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Chinandega to Nueva Guineabus
- Take the bus from Chinandega to Nueva Guineabus
- Take the taxi from Chinandega to Nueva Guineataxi
- Take the bus from Chinandega to Nueva Guineabus
8h 10m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Forest Hiking Trail
- Local Cultural Event
12 days in Nicaragua
GranadaJuigalpaItinerary navigation
Day 1: Granada, Nicaragua
Activities
- Horse-Drawn Carriage City Tour
- Islets of Granada Boat Tour
Hotel

Day 2: Managua, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Granada to Managuabus
1h 20m
$2
Activities
- Museo Sitio Huellas de Acahualinca
- National Palace of Culture
Hotel

Day 3: León, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Managua to Leónbus
1h 45m
$11–50
Activities
- Cerro Negro Volcano Boarding
- Nicaraguan Cooking Class
Hotel

Day 4: Estelí, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from León to Estelíbus
3h
$3–7
Activities
- Horseback Riding Miraflor
- Cathedral of Our Lady of the Rosary
Hotel

Day 5: Jinotega, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Estelí to Jinotegabus
- Take the bus from Estelí to Jinotegabus
2h 12m
$4–7
Activities
- Indigenous Community Visit
- Datanlí - El Diablo Reserve Hike
Hotel

Day 6: Matagalpa, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Jinotega to Matagalpabus
1h 30m
$1–4
Activities
- Parque Morazan
- Catedral San Pedro Apostol
Hotel

Day 7: Chinandega, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Matagalpa to Chinandegabus
2h
$1–8
Activities
- Iglesia Santa Ana
- Local Gastronomy Experience
Hotel

Day 8: Masaya, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Chinandega to Masayabus
- Take the bus from Chinandega to Masayabus
4h 6m
$31–42
Activities
- Coyotepe Fortress
- Masaya Volcano National Park
Hotel

Days 9–12: Juigalpa, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Masaya to Juigalpabus
- Take the bus from Masaya to Juigalpabus
4h 52m
$15–18
Activities
- Estadio Carlos Guerra Colindres
- Monumento al Ganadero
Hotel

13 days in Nicaragua
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Day 1: Managua, Nicaragua
Activities
- Loma de Tiscapa
- Galerias Santo Domingo
Hotel

Day 2: León, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Managua to Leónbus
1h 45m
$11–50
Activities
- Leon Viejo Ruins
- Museo Ruben Dario
Hotel

Day 3: Estelí, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from León to Estelíbus
3h
$3–7
Activities
- Padron Cigar Factory Tour
- Miraflor Natural Reserve Hike
Hotel

Day 4: Jinotega, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Estelí to Jinotegabus
- Take the bus from Estelí to Jinotegabus
2h 12m
$4–7
Activities
- Jinotega Museum
- Cathedral of San Juan Visit
Hotel

Day 5: Matagalpa, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Jinotega to Matagalpabus
1h 30m
$1–4
Activities
- Cascada de la Luna
- Finca Esperanza Verde
Hotel

Day 6: Chinandega, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Matagalpa to Chinandegabus
2h
$1–8
Activities
- Iglesia Santa Ana
- Basilica Nuestra Senora de la Concepcion de El Viejo
Hotel

Day 7: Masaya, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Chinandega to Masayabus
- Take the bus from Chinandega to Masayabus
4h 6m
$31–42
Activities
- Masaya Night Market
- El Calvario Church
Hotel

Day 8: Granada, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Masaya to Granadabus
25 min
$10–15
Activities
- Cemetery of Granada Visit
- Kayaking on Lake Nicaragua
Hotel

Days 9–11: Bluefields, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take a shuttle bus from Granada to Bluefields
- Take the transfer from Granada to Bluefieldstransfer
- Fly from Granada to Bluefieldsplane
- Take the taxi from Granada to Bluefieldstaxi
2h 30m
$141–556
Activities
- Bluefields General Cemetery
- Bluefields Central Market
Hotel

Days 12–13: Nueva Guinea, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Bluefields to Nueva Guineabus
3h
See more transport optionsActivities
- Nueva Guinea Central Market
- Small Farm Visit
14 days in Nicaragua
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Day 1: León, Nicaragua
Activities
- Iglesia La Recoleccion
- Leon Cathedral
Hotel

Day 2: Estelí, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from León to Estelíbus
3h
$3–7
Activities
- Local Nicaraguan Cooking Class
- Cathedral of Our Lady of the Rosary
Hotel

Day 3: Managua, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Estelí to Managuabus
2h 45m
$23–35
Activities
- National Palace of Culture
- Chocoyero-El Brujo Natural Reserve
Hotel

Day 4: Granada, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Managua to Granadabus
1h 20m
$2
Activities
- Iglesia La Merced Bell Tower View
- Islets of Granada Boat Tour
Hotel

Day 5: Masaya, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Granada to Masayabus
25 min
See more transport optionsActivities
- Catarina Viewpoint
- Nindiri Museum
Hotel

Day 6: Matagalpa, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Masaya to Matagalpabus
2h 40m
$3–7
Activities
- Explore Matagalpa City Center
- Taste Local Cuisine
Hotel

Day 7: Jinotega, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Matagalpa to Jinotegabus
1h 30m
$1–4
Activities
- Peñas Blancas Massif Hike
- Jinotega Viewpoint
Hotel

Day 8: Chinandega, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the taxi from Jinotega to Chinandegataxi
- Take the bus from Jinotega to Chinandegabus
2h 33m
$10–14
Activities
- Aserradores Beach
- Parque Central de Chinandega
Hotel

Days 9–11: Nueva Guinea, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Chinandega to Nueva Guineabus
- Take the bus from Chinandega to Nueva Guineabus
- Take the taxi from Chinandega to Nueva Guineataxi
- Take the bus from Chinandega to Nueva Guineabus
8h 10m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Riverside Relaxation
- Forest Hiking Trail
Days 12–14: Bluefields, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Nueva Guinea to Bluefieldsbus
3h
See more transport optionsActivities
- Sunset Watching at the Malecon
- Experience Garifuna Music
Hotel

15 days in Nicaragua
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Day 1: Granada, Nicaragua
Activities
- Kayaking on Lake Nicaragua
- Casa de los Tres Mundos
Hotel

Day 2: Managua, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Granada to Managuabus
1h 20m
$2
Activities
- Malecon de Managua
- Old Cathedral of Managua
Hotel

Day 3: León, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Managua to Leónbus
1h 45m
$11–50
Activities
- Street Art and Mural Tour
- Cerro Negro Volcano Boarding
Hotel

Day 4: Estelí, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from León to Estelíbus
3h
$3–7
Activities
- Cathedral of Our Lady of the Rosary
- El Jalacate Stone Carvings
Hotel

Day 5: Jinotega, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Estelí to Jinotegabus
- Take the bus from Estelí to Jinotegabus
2h 12m
$4–7
Activities
- Birdwatching Tour
- Datanlí - El Diablo Reserve Hike
Hotel

Day 6: Matagalpa, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Jinotega to Matagalpabus
1h 30m
$1–4
Activities
- Mirador El Calvario
- Casa Museo Comandante Carlos Fonseca Amador
Hotel

Day 7: Chinandega, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Matagalpa to Chinandegabus
2h
$1–8
Activities
- Aserradores Beach
- Museo Chorotega-Nicarao
Hotel

Day 8: Masaya, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Chinandega to Masayabus
- Take the bus from Chinandega to Masayabus
4h 6m
$31–42
Activities
- Masaya Night Market
- Masaya Volcano National Park
Hotel

Days 9–12: Juigalpa, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Masaya to Juigalpabus
- Take the bus from Masaya to Juigalpabus
4h 52m
$15–18
Activities
- Parque Central de Juigalpa
- Museo Arqueologico Gregorio Aguilar Barea
Hotel

Days 13–15: Nueva Guinea, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Juigalpa to Nueva Guineabus
2h 30m
$3
Activities
- Landscape and Culture Photography
- Palm Oil Plantation Tour
16 days in Nicaragua
ManaguaJuigalpaItinerary navigation
Day 1: Managua, Nicaragua
Activities
- Ruben Dario National Theater
- Chocoyero-El Brujo Natural Reserve
Hotel

Day 2: León, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Managua to Leónbus
1h 45m
$11–50
Activities
- Museo de Arte Fundacion Ortiz-Gurdian
- Street Art and Mural Tour
Hotel

Day 3: Estelí, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from León to Estelíbus
3h
$3–7
Activities
- El Jalacate Stone Carvings
- Museo del Tabaco
Hotel

Day 4: Jinotega, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Estelí to Jinotegabus
- Take the bus from Estelí to Jinotegabus
2h 12m
$4–7
Activities
- Matagalpa Coffee Farm Tour
- Indigenous Community Visit
Hotel

Day 5: Matagalpa, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Jinotega to Matagalpabus
1h 30m
$1–4
Activities
- Finca Esperanza Verde
- Cerro Apante Natural Reserve
Hotel

Day 6: Chinandega, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Matagalpa to Chinandegabus
2h
$1–8
Activities
- Casa de Cultura Chinandega
- Aserradores Beach
Hotel

Day 7: Masaya, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Chinandega to Masayabus
- Take the bus from Chinandega to Masayabus
4h 6m
$31–42
Activities
- Nindiri Museum
- Masaya Lakefront
Hotel

Day 8: Granada, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Masaya to Granadabus
25 min
$10–15
Activities
- Parque Central Granada
- Islets of Granada Boat Tour
Hotel

Days 9–11: Bluefields, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take a shuttle bus from Granada to Bluefields
- Take the transfer from Granada to Bluefieldstransfer
- Fly from Granada to Bluefieldsplane
- Take the taxi from Granada to Bluefieldstaxi
2h 30m
$141–556
Activities
- Local Fishing Trip
- Cultural Visit to Rama Cay
Hotel

Days 12–14: Nueva Guinea, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Bluefields to Nueva Guineabus
3h
See more transport optionsActivities
- Downtown Nueva Guinea Walk
- Bird Watching Excursion
Days 15–16: Juigalpa, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Nueva Guinea to Juigalpabus
2h 30m
$3
Activities
- Mercado Municipal de Juigalpa
- Catedral Nuestra Senora de la Asuncion
Hotel

18 days in Nicaragua
GranadaBluefieldsItinerary navigation
Day 1: Granada, Nicaragua
Activities
- Islets of Granada Boat Tour
- Iglesia La Merced Bell Tower View
Hotel

Day 2: Managua, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Granada to Managuabus
1h 20m
$2
Activities
- Tiscapa Lagoon Natural Reserve
- Mercado Roberto Huembes
Hotel

Day 3: León, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Managua to Leónbus
1h 45m
$11–50
Activities
- Museo Ruben Dario
- Leon Cathedral
Hotel

Day 4: Estelí, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from León to Estelíbus
3h
$3–7
Activities
- Drew Estate Cigar Factory Tour
- Museo del Tabaco
Hotel

Day 5: Jinotega, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Estelí to Jinotegabus
- Take the bus from Estelí to Jinotegabus
2h 12m
$4–7
Activities
- Central Park Stroll
- Lake Apanás Boat Trip
Hotel

Day 6: Matagalpa, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Jinotega to Matagalpabus
1h 30m
$1–4
Activities
- Cascada de la Luna
- Finca Esperanza Verde
Hotel

Day 7: Chinandega, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Matagalpa to Chinandegabus
2h
$1–8
Activities
- Parque Central de Chinandega
- Iglesia Santa Ana
Hotel

Day 8: Masaya, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Chinandega to Masayabus
- Take the bus from Chinandega to Masayabus
4h 6m
$31–42
Activities
- Masaya Night Market
- San Juan de Oriente Pottery Village
Hotel

Days 9–12: Juigalpa, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Masaya to Juigalpabus
- Take the bus from Masaya to Juigalpabus
4h 52m
$15–18
Activities
- Catedral Nuestra Senora de la Asuncion
- Mercado Municipal de Juigalpa
Hotel

Days 13–15: Nueva Guinea, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Juigalpa to Nueva Guineabus
2h 30m
$3
Activities
- Forest Hiking Trail
- Nuestra Señora del Perpetuo Socorro Church
Days 16–18: Bluefields, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Nueva Guinea to Bluefieldsbus
3h
See more transport optionsActivities
- Kayaking on Bluefields Lagoon
- Local Fishing Trip
Hotel

