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7 days in Nicaragua
ManaguaJinotegaItinerary navigation
Day 1: Managua, Nicaragua
Activities
- Galerias Santo Domingo
- Tiscapa Lagoon Natural Reserve
Hotel

Day 2: León, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Managua to Leónbus
1h 45m
$10–21
Activities
- Juan Venado Island Nature Reserve Tour
- Street Art and Mural Tour
Hotel

Day 3: Granada, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from León to Granadabus
- Take the bus from León to Granadabus
3h 54m
$28–38
Activities
- Stroll Calle La Calzada
- Kayaking on Lake Nicaragua
Hotel

Day 4: Masaya, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Granada to Masayabus
25 min
See more transport optionsActivities
- Masaya Volcano National Park
- Catarina Viewpoint
Hotel

Day 5: Matagalpa, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Masaya to Matagalpabus
2h 40m
$3–6
Activities
- Explore Matagalpa City Center
- Cascada de la Luna
Hotel

Day 6: Estelí, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Matagalpa to Estelíbus
57 min
$1–4
Activities
- Miraflor Natural Reserve Hike
- Local Nicaraguan Cooking Class
Hotel

Day 7: 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

8 days in Nicaragua
LeónNueva GuineaItinerary navigation
Day 1: León, Nicaragua
Activities
- Subtiava Indigenous Neighborhood Walk
- Iglesia La Recoleccion
Hotel

Day 2: Granada, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from León to Granadabus
- Take the bus from León to Granadabus
3h 54m
$28–38
Activities
- ChocoMuseo Granada
- Mombacho Volcano Natural Reserve Hike
Hotel

Day 3: Managua, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Granada to Managuabus
1h 20m
$2
Activities
- Galerias Santo Domingo
- Dennis Martinez National Stadium
Hotel

Days 4–6: Bluefields, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take a shuttle bus from Managua to Bluefields
- Take the transfer from Managua to Bluefieldstransfer
- Fly from Managua to Bluefieldsplane
- Take the taxi from Managua to Bluefieldstaxi
2h 30m
$125–525
Activities
- Experience Garifuna Music
- Sunset Watching at the Malecon
Hotel

Days 7–8: Nueva Guinea, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Bluefields to Nueva Guineabus
3h
See more transport optionsActivities
- Nueva Guinea Central Market
- Small Farm Visit
9 days in Nicaragua
GranadaNueva GuineaItinerary navigation
Day 1: Granada, Nicaragua
Activities
- Granada Cathedral
- Granada Municipal Market
Hotel

Day 2: León, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the taxi from Granada to Leóntaxi
- Take the bus from Granada to Leónbus
2h 30m
$85–99
Activities
- Revolutionary Museum
- Museo de Arte Fundacion Ortiz-Gurdian
Hotel

Day 3: Managua, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from León to Managuabus
1h 32m
$10–21
Activities
- Plaza de la Revolucion
- Galerias Santo Domingo
Hotel

Days 4–6: Bluefields, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take a shuttle bus from Managua to Bluefields
- Take the transfer from Managua to Bluefieldstransfer
- Fly from Managua to Bluefieldsplane
- Take the taxi from Managua to Bluefieldstaxi
2h 30m
$125–525
Activities
- Taste Local Caribbean Cuisine
- Parque Central Bluefields
Hotel

Days 7–9: Nueva Guinea, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Bluefields to Nueva Guineabus
3h
See more transport optionsActivities
- Nuestra Señora del Perpetuo Socorro Church
- Riverside Relaxation
10 days in Nicaragua
ManaguaBluefieldsItinerary navigation
Day 1: Managua, Nicaragua
Activities
- Plaza de la Revolucion
- Parque de la Paz
Hotel

Day 2: León, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Managua to Leónbus
1h 45m
$10–21
Activities
- Iglesia La Recoleccion
- Leon Cathedral
Hotel

Day 3: Granada, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from León to Granadabus
- Take the bus from León to Granadabus
3h 54m
$28–38
Activities
- Granada Cathedral
- Islets of Granada Boat Tour
Hotel

Day 4: Masaya, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Granada to Masayabus
25 min
See more transport optionsActivities
- San Juan de Oriente Pottery Village
- Hammock Workshop Visit
Hotel

Day 5: Matagalpa, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Masaya to Matagalpabus
2h 40m
$3–6
Activities
- Catedral San Pedro Apostol
- Mirador El Calvario
Hotel

Day 6: Estelí, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Matagalpa to Estelíbus
57 min
$1–4
Activities
- Cathedral of Our Lady of the Rosary
- Miraflor Natural Reserve Hike
Hotel

Day 7: Jinotega, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Estelí to Jinotegabus
- Take the bus from Estelí to Jinotegabus
2h 12m
$4–7
Activities
- Datanlí - El Diablo Reserve Hike
- 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
$10–13
Activities
- Iglesia Santa Ana
- Reserva Natural Estero Padre Ramos
Hotel

Days 9–10: Bluefields, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Chinandega to Bluefieldsbus
- Take the transfer from Chinandega to Bluefieldstransfer
- Take a shuttle bus from Chinandega to Bluefields
- Take the transfer from Chinandega to Bluefieldstransfer
- Fly from Chinandega to Bluefieldsplane
- Take the taxi from Chinandega to Bluefieldstaxi
6h 20m
$274–674
Activities
- Sunset Watching at the Malecon
- Bluefields Central Market
Hotel

11 days in Nicaragua
LeónJuigalpaItinerary navigation
Day 1: León, Nicaragua
Activities
- Museo Ruben Dario
- Street Art and Mural Tour
Hotel

Day 2: Granada, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from León to Granadabus
- Take the bus from León to Granadabus
3h 54m
$28–38
Activities
- Parque Central Granada
- Islets of Granada Boat Tour
Hotel

Day 3: Managua, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Granada to Managuabus
1h 20m
$2
Activities
- Galerias Santo Domingo
- Tiscapa Lagoon Natural Reserve
Hotel

Days 4–6: Bluefields, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take a shuttle bus from Managua to Bluefields
- Take the transfer from Managua to Bluefieldstransfer
- Fly from Managua to Bluefieldsplane
- Take the taxi from Managua to Bluefieldstaxi
2h 30m
$125–525
Activities
- Taste Local Caribbean Cuisine
- Boat Trip to Pearl Lagoon
Hotel

Days 7–9: Nueva Guinea, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Bluefields to Nueva Guineabus
3h
See more transport optionsActivities
- Riverside Relaxation
- Small Farm Visit
Days 10–11: Juigalpa, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Nueva Guinea to Juigalpabus
2h 30m
$3
Activities
- Iglesia San Francisco de Asis
- Monumento al Ganadero
Hotel

12 days in Nicaragua
GranadaJuigalpaItinerary navigation
Day 1: Granada, Nicaragua
Activities
- ChocoMuseo Granada
- Convent and Museum of San Francisco
Hotel

Day 2: León, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the taxi from Granada to Leóntaxi
- Take the bus from Granada to Leónbus
2h 30m
$85–99
Activities
- Leon Viejo Ruins
- Leon Cathedral
Hotel

Day 3: Managua, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from León to Managuabus
1h 32m
$10–21
Activities
- Old Cathedral of Managua
- Galerias Santo Domingo
Hotel

Days 4–6: Bluefields, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take a shuttle bus from Managua to Bluefields
- Take the transfer from Managua to Bluefieldstransfer
- Fly from Managua to Bluefieldsplane
- Take the taxi from Managua to Bluefieldstaxi
2h 30m
$125–525
Activities
- Kayaking on Bluefields Lagoon
- Bluefields Central Market
Hotel

Days 7–9: Nueva Guinea, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Bluefields to Nueva Guineabus
3h
See more transport optionsActivities
- Small Farm Visit
- Forest Hiking Trail
Days 10–12: Juigalpa, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Nueva Guinea to Juigalpabus
2h 30m
$3
Activities
- Visita a Finca Ganadera
- Restaurante La Casona
Hotel

13 days in Nicaragua
ManaguaNueva GuineaItinerary navigation
Day 1: Managua, Nicaragua
Activities
- Old Cathedral of Managua
- Loma de Tiscapa
Hotel

Day 2: León, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Managua to Leónbus
1h 45m
$10–21
Activities
- Museo Ruben Dario
- Leon Cathedral
Hotel

Day 3: Granada, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from León to Granadabus
- Take the bus from León to Granadabus
3h 54m
$28–38
Activities
- Parque Central Granada
- Masaya Volcano Night Tour
Hotel

Day 4: Masaya, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Granada to Masayabus
25 min
See more transport optionsActivities
- Nindiri Museum
- Apoyo Lagoon Nature Reserve
Hotel

Day 5: Matagalpa, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Masaya to Matagalpabus
2h 40m
$3–6
Activities
- Museo del Cafe Matagalpa
- Parque Morazan
Hotel

Day 6: Estelí, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Matagalpa to Estelíbus
57 min
$1–4
Activities
- El Jalacate Stone Carvings
- Local Nicaraguan Cooking Class
Hotel

Day 7: 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
- Estelí Cigar Factory Tour
Hotel

Day 8: Chinandega, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the taxi from Jinotega to Chinandegataxi
- Take the bus from Jinotega to Chinandegabus
2h 33m
$10–13
Activities
- Local Gastronomy Experience
- Parque Central de Chinandega
Hotel

Days 9–11: Bluefields, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Chinandega to Bluefieldsbus
- Take the transfer from Chinandega to Bluefieldstransfer
- Take a shuttle bus from Chinandega to Bluefields
- Take the transfer from Chinandega to Bluefieldstransfer
- Fly from Chinandega to Bluefieldsplane
- Take the taxi from Chinandega to Bluefieldstaxi
6h 20m
$274–674
Activities
- Bluefields Lagoon Birdwatching
- Local Fishing Trip
Hotel

Days 12–13: Nueva Guinea, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Bluefields to Nueva Guineabus
3h
See more transport optionsActivities
- Community Project Visit
- Bird Watching Excursion
14 days in Nicaragua
LeónMatagalpaItinerary navigation
Day 1: León, Nicaragua
Activities
- Leon Viejo Ruins
- Museo de Arte Fundacion Ortiz-Gurdian
Hotel

Day 2: Granada, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from León to Granadabus
- Take the bus from León to Granadabus
3h 54m
$28–38
Activities
- ChocoMuseo Granada
- Apoyo Lagoon Day Trip
Hotel

Day 3: Managua, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Granada to Managuabus
1h 20m
$2
Activities
- Parque de la Paz
- Old Cathedral of Managua
Hotel

Days 4–6: Bluefields, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take a shuttle bus from Managua to Bluefields
- Take the transfer from Managua to Bluefieldstransfer
- Fly from Managua to Bluefieldsplane
- Take the taxi from Managua to Bluefieldstaxi
2h 30m
$125–525
Activities
- Sunset Watching at the Malecon
- Bluefields Lagoon Birdwatching
Hotel

Days 7–9: Nueva Guinea, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Bluefields to Nueva Guineabus
3h
See more transport optionsActivities
- Nueva Guinea Central Market
- Forest Hiking Trail
Days 10–13: Juigalpa, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Nueva Guinea to Juigalpabus
2h 30m
$3
Activities
- Visita a Finca Ganadera
- Parque Central de Juigalpa
Hotel

Day 14: Matagalpa, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Juigalpa to Matagalpabus
- Take the bus from Juigalpa to Matagalpabus
4h 10m
$5–7
Activities
- Explore Matagalpa City Center
- Mirador El Calvario
Hotel

15 days in Nicaragua
GranadaEstelíItinerary navigation
Day 1: Granada, Nicaragua
Activities
- Casa de los Tres Mundos
- Mombacho Volcano Natural Reserve Hike
Hotel

Day 2: León, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the taxi from Granada to Leóntaxi
- Take the bus from Granada to Leónbus
2h 30m
$85–99
Activities
- Cerro Negro Volcano Boarding
- Revolutionary Museum
Hotel

Day 3: Managua, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from León to Managuabus
1h 32m
$10–21
Activities
- National Palace of Culture
- Dennis Martinez National Stadium
Hotel

Days 4–6: Bluefields, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take a shuttle bus from Managua to Bluefields
- Take the transfer from Managua to Bluefieldstransfer
- Fly from Managua to Bluefieldsplane
- Take the taxi from Managua to Bluefieldstaxi
2h 30m
$125–525
Activities
- Discover Local Artisans
- Local Fishing Trip
Hotel

Days 7–9: Nueva Guinea, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Bluefields to Nueva Guineabus
3h
See more transport optionsActivities
- Traditional Nicaraguan Food Tasting
- Riverside Relaxation
Days 10–13: Juigalpa, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Nueva Guinea to Juigalpabus
2h 30m
$3
Activities
- Parque Zoologico Thomas Belt
- Mercado Municipal de Juigalpa
Hotel

Day 14: Matagalpa, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Juigalpa to Matagalpabus
- Take the bus from Juigalpa to Matagalpabus
4h 10m
$5–7
Activities
- Finca Esperanza Verde
- Museo del Cafe Matagalpa
Hotel

Day 15: Estelí, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Matagalpa to Estelíbus
57 min
$1–4
Activities
- Galeria de Heroes y Martires
- Local Nicaraguan Cooking Class
Hotel

16 days in Nicaragua
ManaguaJuigalpaItinerary navigation
Day 1: Managua, Nicaragua
Activities
- Dennis Martinez National Stadium
- Plaza de la Revolucion
Hotel

Day 2: León, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Managua to Leónbus
1h 45m
$10–21
Activities
- Central Market
- Revolutionary Museum
Hotel

Day 3: Granada, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from León to Granadabus
- Take the bus from León to Granadabus
3h 54m
$28–38
Activities
- Parque Central Granada
- Apoyo Lagoon Day Trip
Hotel

Day 4: Masaya, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Granada to Masayabus
25 min
See more transport optionsActivities
- El Calvario Church
- Masaya Lakefront
Hotel

Day 5: Matagalpa, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Masaya to Matagalpabus
2h 40m
$3–6
Activities
- Catedral San Pedro Apostol
- Cerro Apante Natural Reserve
Hotel

Day 6: Estelí, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Matagalpa to Estelíbus
57 min
$1–4
Activities
- Parque Central
- Museo del Tabaco
Hotel

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

Day 8: Chinandega, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the taxi from Jinotega to Chinandegataxi
- Take the bus from Jinotega to Chinandegabus
2h 33m
$10–13
Activities
- Volcan San Cristobal
- Parque Central de Chinandega
Hotel

Days 9–11: Bluefields, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Chinandega to Bluefieldsbus
- Take the transfer from Chinandega to Bluefieldstransfer
- Take a shuttle bus from Chinandega to Bluefields
- Take the transfer from Chinandega to Bluefieldstransfer
- Fly from Chinandega to Bluefieldsplane
- Take the taxi from Chinandega to Bluefieldstaxi
6h 20m
$274–674
Activities
- Moravian Church Bluefields
- Discover Local Artisans
Hotel

Days 12–14: Nueva Guinea, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Bluefields to Nueva Guineabus
3h
See more transport optionsActivities
- Forest Hiking Trail
- Small Farm Visit
Days 15–16: Juigalpa, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Nueva Guinea to Juigalpabus
2h 30m
$3
Activities
- Catedral Nuestra Senora de la Asuncion
- Disfrutar de un Cafe Local
Hotel

17 days in Nicaragua
LeónChinandegaItinerary navigation
Day 1: León, Nicaragua
Activities
- Subtiava Indigenous Neighborhood Walk
- Iglesia La Recoleccion
Hotel

Day 2: Granada, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from León to Granadabus
- Take the bus from León to Granadabus
3h 54m
$28–38
Activities
- Granada Municipal Market
- Apoyo Lagoon Day Trip
Hotel

Day 3: Managua, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Granada to Managuabus
1h 20m
$2
Activities
- Metropolitan Cathedral of Managua
- Dennis Martinez National Stadium
Hotel

Days 4–6: Bluefields, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take a shuttle bus from Managua to Bluefields
- Take the transfer from Managua to Bluefieldstransfer
- Fly from Managua to Bluefieldsplane
- Take the taxi from Managua to Bluefieldstaxi
2h 30m
$125–525
Activities
- Local Fishing Trip
- Boat Trip to Pearl Lagoon
Hotel

Days 7–9: Nueva Guinea, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Bluefields to Nueva Guineabus
3h
See more transport optionsActivities
- Local River Boat Trip
- Nueva Guinea Central Market
Days 10–13: Juigalpa, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Nueva Guinea to Juigalpabus
2h 30m
$3
Activities
- Casa de la Cultura de Juigalpa
- Catedral Nuestra Senora de la Asuncion
Hotel

Day 14: Matagalpa, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Juigalpa to Matagalpabus
- Take the bus from Juigalpa to Matagalpabus
4h 10m
$5–7
Activities
- Museo del Cafe Matagalpa
- Finca Esperanza Verde
Hotel

Day 15: Estelí, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Matagalpa to Estelíbus
57 min
$1–4
Activities
- Mercado Municipal Visit
- Cathedral of Our Lady of the Rosary
Hotel

Day 16: Jinotega, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Estelí to Jinotegabus
- Take the bus from Estelí to Jinotegabus
2h 12m
$4–7
Activities
- Estelí Cigar Factory Tour
- Jinotega Viewpoint
Hotel

Day 17: Chinandega, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the taxi from Jinotega to Chinandegataxi
- Take the bus from Jinotega to Chinandegabus
2h 33m
$10–13
Activities
- Museo Chorotega-Nicarao
- Volcan San Cristobal
Hotel

18 days in Nicaragua
GranadaMasayaItinerary navigation
Day 1: Granada, Nicaragua
Activities
- Mombacho Volcano Natural Reserve Hike
- Casa de los Tres Mundos
Hotel

Day 2: León, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the taxi from Granada to Leóntaxi
- Take the bus from Granada to Leónbus
2h 30m
$85–99
Activities
- Iglesia El Calvario
- Central Market
Hotel

Day 3: Managua, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from León to Managuabus
1h 32m
$10–21
Activities
- Tiscapa Lagoon Natural Reserve
- Malecon de Managua
Hotel

Days 4–6: Bluefields, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take a shuttle bus from Managua to Bluefields
- Take the transfer from Managua to Bluefieldstransfer
- Fly from Managua to Bluefieldsplane
- Take the taxi from Managua to Bluefieldstaxi
2h 30m
$125–525
Activities
- Local Fishing Trip
- Bluefields General Cemetery
Hotel

Days 7–9: Nueva Guinea, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Bluefields to Nueva Guineabus
3h
See more transport optionsActivities
- Local River Boat Trip
- Nueva Guinea Central Market
Days 10–13: Juigalpa, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Nueva Guinea to Juigalpabus
2h 30m
$3
Activities
- Monumento al Ganadero
- Mirador de Juigalpa
Hotel

Day 14: Matagalpa, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Juigalpa to Matagalpabus
- Take the bus from Juigalpa to Matagalpabus
4h 10m
$5–7
Activities
- Catedral San Pedro Apostol
- Cerro Apante Natural Reserve
Hotel

Day 15: Estelí, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Matagalpa to Estelíbus
57 min
$1–4
Activities
- Parque Central
- El Jalacate Stone Carvings
Hotel

Day 16: Jinotega, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Estelí to Jinotegabus
- Take the bus from Estelí to Jinotegabus
2h 12m
$4–7
Activities
- Lake Apanás Boat Trip
- San Rafael del Norte Visit
Hotel

Day 17: Chinandega, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the taxi from Jinotega to Chinandegataxi
- Take the bus from Jinotega to Chinandegabus
2h 33m
$10–13
Activities
- Volcan San Cristobal
- Museo Chorotega-Nicarao
Hotel

Day 18: Masaya, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Chinandega to Masayabus
- Take the bus from Chinandega to Masayabus
4h 6m
$30–40
Activities
- Museum of Masaya Handicrafts
- San Juan de Oriente Pottery Village
Hotel

19 days in Nicaragua
ManaguaTipitapaItinerary navigation
Day 1: Managua, Nicaragua
Activities
- National Palace of Culture
- Chocoyero-El Brujo Natural Reserve
Hotel

Day 2: León, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Managua to Leónbus
1h 45m
$10–21
Activities
- Subtiava Indigenous Neighborhood Walk
- Cerro Negro Volcano Boarding
Hotel

Day 3: Granada, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from León to Granadabus
- Take the bus from León to Granadabus
3h 54m
$28–38
Activities
- Granada Municipal Market
- Nicaraguan Cooking Class
Hotel

Day 4: Masaya, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Granada to Masayabus
25 min
See more transport optionsActivities
- Museum of Masaya Handicrafts
- San Juan de Oriente Pottery Village
Hotel

Day 5: Matagalpa, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Masaya to Matagalpabus
2h 40m
$3–6
Activities
- Finca Esperanza Verde
- Museo del Cafe Matagalpa
Hotel

Day 6: Estelí, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Matagalpa to Estelíbus
57 min
$1–4
Activities
- Local Nicaraguan Cooking Class
- Drew Estate Cigar Factory Tour
Hotel

Day 7: 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
- Birdwatching Tour
Hotel

Day 8: Chinandega, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the taxi from Jinotega to Chinandegataxi
- Take the bus from Jinotega to Chinandegabus
2h 33m
$10–13
Activities
- Corinto Malecon
- Reserva Natural Estero Padre Ramos
Hotel

Days 9–11: Bluefields, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Chinandega to Bluefieldsbus
- Take the transfer from Chinandega to Bluefieldstransfer
- Take a shuttle bus from Chinandega to Bluefields
- Take the transfer from Chinandega to Bluefieldstransfer
- Fly from Chinandega to Bluefieldsplane
- Take the taxi from Chinandega to Bluefieldstaxi
6h 20m
$274–674
Activities
- Sunset Watching at the Malecon
- Bluefields Lagoon Birdwatching
Hotel

Days 12–14: Nueva Guinea, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Bluefields to Nueva Guineabus
3h
See more transport optionsActivities
- Bird Watching Excursion
- Forest Hiking Trail
Days 15–18: Juigalpa, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Nueva Guinea to Juigalpabus
2h 30m
$3
Activities
- Mercado Municipal de Juigalpa
- Disfrutar de un Cafe Local
Hotel

Day 19: Tipitapa, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Juigalpa to Tipitapabus
2h 45m
$3
Activities
- Tipitapa Nightlife Experience
- Mercado Municipal de Tipitapa
Hotel

20 days in Nicaragua
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Day 1: León, Nicaragua
Activities
- Cerro Negro Volcano Boarding
- Museo Ruben Dario
Hotel

Day 2: Granada, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from León to Granadabus
- Take the bus from León to Granadabus
3h 54m
$28–38
Activities
- Mombacho Volcano Natural Reserve Hike
- Cemetery of Granada Visit
Hotel

Day 3: Managua, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Granada to Managuabus
1h 20m
$2
Activities
- Ruben Dario National Theater
- Old Cathedral of Managua
Hotel

Days 4–6: Bluefields, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take a shuttle bus from Managua to Bluefields
- Take the transfer from Managua to Bluefieldstransfer
- Fly from Managua to Bluefieldsplane
- Take the taxi from Managua to Bluefieldstaxi
2h 30m
$125–525
Activities
- Bluefields Lagoon Birdwatching
- Local Fishing Trip
Hotel

Days 7–9: Nueva Guinea, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Bluefields to Nueva Guineabus
3h
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- Nueva Guinea Central Market
- Traditional Nicaraguan Food Tasting
Days 10–13: Juigalpa, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Nueva Guinea to Juigalpabus
2h 30m
$3
Activities
- Iglesia San Francisco de Asis
- Catedral Nuestra Senora de la Asuncion
Hotel

Day 14: Matagalpa, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Juigalpa to Matagalpabus
- Take the bus from Juigalpa to Matagalpabus
4h 10m
$5–7
Activities
- Cascada de la Luna
- Selva Negra Estate
Hotel

Day 15: Estelí, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Matagalpa to Estelíbus
57 min
$1–4
Activities
- Miraflor Natural Reserve Hike
- Galeria de Heroes y Martires
Hotel

Day 16: Jinotega, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Estelí to Jinotegabus
- Take the bus from Estelí to Jinotegabus
2h 12m
$4–7
Activities
- Jinotega Viewpoint
- Central Park Stroll
Hotel

Day 17: Chinandega, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the taxi from Jinotega to Chinandegataxi
- Take the bus from Jinotega to Chinandegabus
2h 33m
$10–13
Activities
- Corinto Port
- Flor de Cana Rum Factory Tour
Hotel

Day 18: Masaya, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Chinandega to Masayabus
- Take the bus from Chinandega to Masayabus
4h 6m
$30–40
Activities
- Apoyo Lagoon Nature Reserve
- Hammock Workshop Visit
Hotel

Days 19–20: Tipitapa, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Masaya to Tipitapabus
- Take the bus from Masaya to Tipitapabus
1h 25m
$12–18
Activities
- Explore Local Artisan Shops
- Iglesia Santiago Apostol
Hotel

