Itinerary
- Day 1
Managua
You'll land in Managua and get picked up from the airport. Your driver takes you straight to the hotel, so just settle in and get ready for the week ahead.
- Start point
- Managua, Managua, Nicaragua (Airport Pick-up)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Europeo or similar)
- Day 2
Managua - León
After breakfast, head to Tiscapa Crater Lake where you can see pre-Columbian remains and get views over the city. Then walk through Managua's historical center, checking out the National Museum and old colonial buildings. Spend some time relaxing by the lakefront before driving to León in the afternoon. Once there, you'll tour the historic León Viejo ruins, walking through colonial foundations and restored buildings, and finish at a hilltop viewpoint.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel El Convento or similar)
Included Activities
- Visit Tiscapa Crater Lake
- View pre-Columbian remains
- Explore National Museum
- Visit antique buildings in Managua's historical center
- Walking tour of León Viejo (Old León)
- Explore colonial foundations and restored buildings
- Hilltop viewpoint of León
Landmarks Tiscapa Crater Lake National Museum León Viejo 
- Day 3
León
This morning you're on foot exploring León, wandering through colonial streets and churches, and poking around local markets. The main thing is climbing up León Cathedral to the top for city views, plus visiting the Ortiz Gurdian Museum. Your afternoon is free to do whatever you feel like.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel El Convento or similar)
Included Activities
- Walking tour of León city
- Visit colonial style houses
- Visit churches in León
- Explore local markets
- Climb León Cathedral
- Visit Ortiz Gurdian Museum
Landmarks León Cathedral Ortiz Gurdian Museum 
- Day 4
León to Matagalpa
Drive toward Matagalpa with a stop at the San Jacinto Mudfields to watch the volcano mud bubbling. After that, continue on to your hotel and check in.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Aguas del Arenal or similar)
Included Activities
- Visit San Jacinto Mudfields
- Watch volcano mud bubbling
Landmarks San Jacinto Mudfields 
- Day 5
Matagalpa
The morning's yours to explore however you want. Around noon, head out to Aguas del Arenal coffee plantation where you'll taste some local coffee and walk around the surrounding area. Your driver brings you back to the hotel in the evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Aguas del Arenal or similar)
Included Activities
- Visit coffee plantation at Aguas del Arenal
- Taste local coffee
Optional Activities
- Explore surrounding area at Aguas del Arenal
Landmarks Aguas del Arenal - Day 6
Matagalpa to Granada
Drive toward Granada with a few stops along the way. You'll visit the active Masaya volcano to see boiling lava and browse the artisan market. Lunch happens at the Catarina viewpoint, then you'll check out traditional craft villages including San Juan de Oriente before getting to Granada and settling into your hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at Catarina viewpoint)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel El Almirante or similar)
Included Activities
- Visit Masaya volcano
- See boiling lava at Masaya
- Explore artisan market in Masaya town
- Visit Catarina viewpoint
- Visit San Juan de Oriente village
- Learn about traditional artifacts from craftsmen
Optional Activities
- Visit other surrounding villages
Landmarks Masaya Volcano San Juan de Oriente Catarina Viewpoint 
- Day 7
Granada
Start the morning in a horse-drawn carriage touring Granada's old quarter, passing the San Francisco Convent and La Merced church. You'll climb the bell tower for city views and see Xalteva church and the old city walls. Lunch is on your own with suggestions from your guide. In the afternoon, take a boat tour around the Las Isletas archipelago looking for birds, monkeys, and interesting plants.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel El Almirante or similar)
Included Activities
- Horse-drawn carriage tour of Granada historical area
- Visit San Francisco Convent
- Visit La Merced church
- Climb bell tower for city overlook
- Visit Xalteva church
- View old city walls
- Boat tour of Las Isletas archipelago
Landmarks San Francisco Convent La Merced Church Xalteva Church Las Isletas 
- Day 8
Granada to Isla de Ometepe
Get up early to head to Mombacho Volcano in its cloud forest where you might spot howler monkeys, white-faced monkeys, sloths, dart frogs, and the rare Mombacho salamander. Stop at a coffee plantation for tasting, then do some mild hiking to the top. Afterward, drive to San Jorge and take a ferry to Isla de Ometepe for hotel check-in.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Charco Verde or similar)
Included Activities
- Visit Mombacho Volcano
- Hike to top of Mombacho Volcano
- Stop at coffee plantation
- Taste local coffee
- Wildlife viewing (howler monkeys, white-faced monkeys, sloths, dart frogs, Mombacho salamanders)
Landmarks Mombacho Volcano 
- Day 9
Isla de Ometepe
Head to Maderas Volcano and hike to San Ramón Waterfall. The hike takes about 2 hours one way through the forest, and you might see monkeys and birds along the way. Cool off in the clear water at the waterfall, then hike back and return to your hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Charco Verde or similar)
Included Activities
- Hike to San Ramón Waterfall
- Swim at San Ramón Waterfall
- Wildlife viewing (monkeys, birds)
Landmarks San Ramón Waterfall Maderas Volcano - Day 10
Isla de Ometepe to San Juan del Sur
Take the ferry back to San Jorge, then drive to San Juan del Sur on the coast. This quiet beach town is yours to enjoy for the day. Swim, sail, snorkel, or just relax on the beach and soak up the sun.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Victoriano or similar)
Optional Activities
- Swimming at San Juan del Sur beach
- Sailing at San Juan del Sur
- Snorkeling at San Juan del Sur
- Beach relaxation
- Day 11
San Juan del Sur
Another day at San Juan del Sur to do as you please. The beach is there if you want to swim or lie in the sun, and water activities are available if you're interested.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Victoriano or similar)
Optional Activities
- Swimming at San Juan del Sur beach
- Sailing at San Juan del Sur
- Snorkeling at San Juan del Sur
- Beach relaxation
- Day 12
San Juan del Sur
Keep enjoying your time at San Juan del Sur. Spend the day however you'd like along the coast.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Victoriano or similar)
Optional Activities
- Swimming at San Juan del Sur beach
- Sailing at San Juan del Sur
- Snorkeling at San Juan del Sur
- Beach relaxation
- Day 13
San Juan del Sur to Managua
Based on your flight time, you'll be driven back to Managua airport, which takes about 2.5 hours. Safe travels home!
- End point
- Managua, Managua, Nicaragua (Airport See-off)
- Meals
- Breakfast
