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7 days in Nicaragua
ManaguaMatagalpaItinerary navigation
Day 1: Managua, Nicaragua
Activities
- Malecon de Managua
- Old Cathedral of Managua
Hotel

Day 2: León, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Managua to Leónbus
1h 45m
$10–21
Activities
- Museo Ruben Dario
- 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
$29–39
Activities
- Convent and Museum of San Francisco
- Parque Central Granada
Hotel

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

Day 5: Estelí, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Masaya to Estelíbus
3h 15m
$4
Activities
- Cathedral of Our Lady of the Rosary
- Mercado Municipal Visit
Hotel

Day 6: 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
- Datanlí - El Diablo Reserve Hike
Hotel

Day 7: Matagalpa, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Jinotega to Matagalpabus
1h 30m
$1–4
Activities
- Cerro Apante Natural Reserve
- Museo del Cafe Matagalpa
Hotel

8 days in Nicaragua
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Day 1: León, Nicaragua
Activities
- Street Art and Mural Tour
- Iglesia El Calvario
Hotel

Day 2: Granada, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from León to Granadabus
- Take the bus from León to Granadabus
3h 54m
$29–39
Activities
- Mombacho Volcano Natural Reserve Hike
- Parque Central Granada
Hotel

Day 3: Managua, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Granada to Managuabus
1h 20m
$2
Activities
- Museo Sitio Huellas de Acahualinca
- 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
$126–526
Activities
- Local Fishing Trip
- Kayaking on Bluefields Lagoon
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
- Traditional Nicaraguan Food Tasting
Hotel
9 days in Nicaragua
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Day 1: Granada, Nicaragua
Activities
- Islets of Granada Boat Tour
- Cemetery of Granada Visit
Hotel

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

Day 3: León, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Managua to Leónbus
1h 45m
$10–21
Activities
- Museo de Arte Fundacion Ortiz-Gurdian
- Leon Cathedral
Hotel

Day 4: Estelí, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from León to Estelíbus
3h
$3–7
Activities
- El Jalacate Stone Carvings
- Parque Central
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
- Jinotega Museum
- Cathedral of San Juan Visit
Hotel

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

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

Day 8: Masaya, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Chinandega to Masayabus
- Take the bus from Chinandega to Masayabus
4h 6m
$30–42
Activities
- Masaya Volcano National Park
- Apoyo Lagoon Nature Reserve
Hotel

Day 9: Tipitapa, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Masaya to Tipitapabus
- Take the bus from Masaya to Tipitapabus
1h 25m
$12–18
Activities
- Stroll along Pan-American Highway
- Puente de Tipitapa
Hotel

10 days in Nicaragua
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Day 1: Managua, Nicaragua
Activities
- Old Cathedral of Managua
- Dennis Martinez National Stadium
Hotel

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

Day 3: Granada, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from León to Granadabus
- Take the bus from León to Granadabus
3h 54m
$29–39
Activities
- Apoyo Lagoon Day Trip
- Masaya Volcano Night Tour
Hotel

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

Day 5: Estelí, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Masaya to Estelíbus
3h 15m
$4
Activities
- Mercado Municipal Visit
- Cathedral of Our Lady of the Rosary
Hotel

Day 6: Jinotega, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Estelí to Jinotegabus
- Take the bus from Estelí to Jinotegabus
2h 12m
$4–7
Activities
- Jinotega Food Tasting Tour
- El Salto Waterfall Excursion
Hotel

Day 7: Matagalpa, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Jinotega to Matagalpabus
1h 30m
$1–4
Activities
- Mercado Municipal de Matagalpa
- Cerro Apante Natural Reserve
Hotel

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

Days 9–10: Juigalpa, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Chinandega to Juigalpabus
- Take the bus from Chinandega to Juigalpabus
6h 14m
$22–29
Activities
- Catedral Nuestra Senora de la Asuncion
- Museo Arqueologico Gregorio Aguilar Barea
Hotel

11 days in Nicaragua
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Day 1: León, Nicaragua
Activities
- Leon Viejo Ruins
- Cerro Negro Volcano Boarding
Hotel

Day 2: Granada, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from León to Granadabus
- Take the bus from León to Granadabus
3h 54m
$29–39
Activities
- Apoyo Lagoon Day Trip
- ChocoMuseo Granada
Hotel

Day 3: Managua, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Granada to Managuabus
1h 20m
$2
Activities
- Plaza de la Revolucion
- Metropolitan 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
$126–526
Activities
- Taste Local Caribbean Cuisine
- Bluefields Lagoon Birdwatching
Hotel
Days 7–9: Nueva Guinea, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Bluefields to Nueva Guineabus
3h
See more transport optionsActivities
- Downtown Nueva Guinea Walk
- Local Cultural Event
Hotel
Days 10–11: Juigalpa, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Nueva Guinea to Juigalpabus
2h 30m
$3
Activities
- Museo Arqueologico Gregorio Aguilar Barea
- Mirador de Juigalpa
Hotel

12 days in Nicaragua
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Day 1: Granada, Nicaragua
Activities
- Casa de los Tres Mundos
- Parque Central Granada
Hotel

Day 2: Managua, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Granada to Managuabus
1h 20m
$2
Activities
- Galerias Santo Domingo
- Parque de la Paz
Hotel

Day 3: León, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Managua to Leónbus
1h 45m
$10–21
Activities
- Revolutionary Museum
- Street Art and Mural Tour
Hotel

Day 4: Estelí, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from León to Estelíbus
3h
$3–7
Activities
- Revolutionary Murals Walking Tour
- Parque Central
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
- Lake Apanás Boat Trip
- Central Park Stroll
Hotel

Day 6: Matagalpa, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Jinotega to Matagalpabus
1h 30m
$1–4
Activities
- Mirador El Calvario
- Explore Matagalpa City Center
Hotel

Day 7: Chinandega, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Matagalpa to Chinandegabus
2h
$1–8
Activities
- Basilica Nuestra Senora de la Concepcion de El Viejo
- Mangroves of Padre Ramos
Hotel

Day 8: Masaya, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Chinandega to Masayabus
- Take the bus from Chinandega to Masayabus
4h 6m
$30–42
Activities
- Hammock Workshop Visit
- Nindiri Museum
Hotel

Days 9–10: Tipitapa, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Masaya to Tipitapabus
- Take the bus from Masaya to Tipitapabus
1h 25m
$12–18
Activities
- Tipitapa Nightlife Experience
- Stroll along Pan-American Highway
Hotel

Days 11–12: Juigalpa, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Tipitapa to Juigalpabus
2h 45m
$3
Activities
- Disfrutar de un Cafe Local
- Estadio Carlos Guerra Colindres
Hotel

13 days in Nicaragua
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Day 1: Managua, Nicaragua
Activities
- Parque de la Paz
- National Palace of Culture
Hotel

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

Day 3: Granada, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from León to Granadabus
- Take the bus from León to Granadabus
3h 54m
$29–39
Activities
- Horse-Drawn Carriage City Tour
- Parque Central Granada
Hotel

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

Day 5: Estelí, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Masaya to Estelíbus
3h 15m
$4
Activities
- Mercado Municipal Visit
- Salto de la Estanzuela Waterfall
Hotel

Day 6: Jinotega, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Estelí to Jinotegabus
- Take the bus from Estelí to Jinotegabus
2h 12m
$4–7
Activities
- Jinotega Food Tasting Tour
- Datanlí - El Diablo Reserve Hike
Hotel

Day 7: Matagalpa, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Jinotega to Matagalpabus
1h 30m
$1–4
Activities
- Museo del Cafe Matagalpa
- Mercado Municipal de Matagalpa
Hotel

Day 8: Chinandega, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Matagalpa to Chinandegabus
2h
$1–8
Activities
- Mercado Central de Chinandega
- Volcan San Cristobal
Hotel

Days 9–12: Juigalpa, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Chinandega to Juigalpabus
- Take the bus from Chinandega to Juigalpabus
6h 14m
$22–29
Activities
- Disfrutar de un Cafe Local
- Parque Zoologico Thomas Belt
Hotel

Day 13: Nueva Guinea, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Juigalpa to Nueva Guineabus
2h 30m
$3
Activities
- Local River Boat Trip
- Community Project Visit
Hotel
14 days in Nicaragua
LeónMatagalpaItinerary navigation
Day 1: León, Nicaragua
Activities
- Iglesia El Calvario
- 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
$29–39
Activities
- Granada Municipal Market
- Horse-Drawn Carriage City Tour
Hotel

Day 3: Managua, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Granada to Managuabus
1h 20m
$2
Activities
- Malecon de Managua
- Museo Sitio Huellas de Acahualinca
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
$126–526
Activities
- Discover Local Artisans
- 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
- Small Farm Visit
- Forest Hiking Trail
Hotel
Days 10–13: Juigalpa, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Nueva Guinea to Juigalpabus
2h 30m
$3
Activities
- Museo Arqueologico Gregorio Aguilar Barea
- 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
- Parque Morazan
- Coffee Farm Tour
Hotel

15 days in Nicaragua
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Day 1: Granada, Nicaragua
Activities
- Granada Cathedral
- Convent and Museum of San Francisco
Hotel

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

Day 3: León, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Managua to Leónbus
1h 45m
$10–21
Activities
- Iglesia La Recoleccion
- Nicaraguan Cooking Class
Hotel

Day 4: Estelí, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from León to Estelíbus
3h
$3–7
Activities
- Coffee Farm Tour Miraflor
- 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
- Datanlí - El Diablo Reserve Hike
- San Rafael del Norte Visit
Hotel

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

Day 7: Chinandega, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Matagalpa to Chinandegabus
2h
$1–8
Activities
- Mercado Central de Chinandega
- Corinto Malecon
Hotel

Day 8: Masaya, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Chinandega to Masayabus
- Take the bus from Chinandega to Masayabus
4h 6m
$30–42
Activities
- Horseback Riding Apoyo Lagoon
- Church of the Assumption
Hotel

Days 9–10: 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
- Termales de Tipitapa
Hotel

Days 11–14: Juigalpa, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Tipitapa to Juigalpabus
2h 45m
$3
Activities
- Visita a Finca Ganadera
- Monumento al Ganadero
Hotel

Day 15: Nueva Guinea, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Juigalpa to Nueva Guineabus
2h 30m
$3
Activities
- Palm Oil Plantation Tour
- Cattle Ranch Experience
Hotel
16 days in Nicaragua
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Day 1: Managua, Nicaragua
Activities
- National Palace of Culture
- Metropolitan Cathedral of Managua
Hotel

Day 2: León, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Managua to Leónbus
1h 45m
$10–21
Activities
- Hervideros de San Jacinto Geothermal Field
- Iglesia La Recoleccion
Hotel

Day 3: Granada, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from León to Granadabus
- Take the bus from León to Granadabus
3h 54m
$29–39
Activities
- Casa de los Tres Mundos
- Cemetery of Granada Visit
Hotel

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

Day 5: Estelí, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Masaya to Estelíbus
3h 15m
$4
Activities
- Galeria de Heroes y Martires
- Padron Cigar Factory Tour
Hotel

Day 6: Jinotega, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Estelí to Jinotegabus
- Take the bus from Estelí to Jinotegabus
2h 12m
$4–7
Activities
- Jinotega Museum
- Coffee Plantation Tour
Hotel

Day 7: Matagalpa, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Jinotega to Matagalpabus
1h 30m
$1–4
Activities
- Selva Negra Estate
- Parque Morazan
Hotel

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

Days 9–12: Juigalpa, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Chinandega to Juigalpabus
- Take the bus from Chinandega to Juigalpabus
6h 14m
$22–29
Activities
- Museo Arqueologico Gregorio Aguilar Barea
- Monumento al Ganadero
Hotel

Days 13–15: Nueva Guinea, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Juigalpa to Nueva Guineabus
2h 30m
$3
Activities
- Community Project Visit
- Forest Hiking Trail
Hotel
Day 16: Bluefields, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Nueva Guinea to Bluefieldsbus
3h
See more transport optionsActivities
- Experience Garifuna Music
- Bluefields General Cemetery
Hotel
17 days in Nicaragua
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Day 1: León, Nicaragua
Activities
- Central Market
- Nicaraguan Cooking Class
Hotel

Day 2: Granada, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from León to Granadabus
- Take the bus from León to Granadabus
3h 54m
$29–39
Activities
- Convent and Museum of San Francisco
- Kayaking on Lake Nicaragua
Hotel

Day 3: Managua, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Granada to Managuabus
1h 20m
$2
Activities
- Ruben Dario National Theater
- Chocoyero-El Brujo 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
$126–526
Activities
- Experience Garifuna Music
- Discover Local Artisans
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
- Palm Oil Plantation Tour
Hotel
Days 10–13: Juigalpa, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Nueva Guinea to Juigalpabus
2h 30m
$3
Activities
- Casa de la Cultura de Juigalpa
- Iglesia San Francisco de Asis
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
- Catedral San Pedro Apostol
Hotel

Day 15: Estelí, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Matagalpa to Estelíbus
57 min
$1–5
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
- Jinotega Viewpoint
- Cathedral of San Juan Visit
Hotel

Day 17: Masaya, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Jinotega to Masayabus
- Take the taxi from Jinotega to Masayataxi
2h 3m
$40–56
Activities
- Museum of Masaya Handicrafts
- Church of the Assumption
Hotel

18 days in Nicaragua
GranadaBluefieldsItinerary navigation
Day 1: Granada, Nicaragua
Activities
- Masaya Volcano Night Tour
- Mombacho Volcano Natural Reserve Hike
Hotel

Day 2: Managua, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Granada to Managuabus
1h 20m
$2
Activities
- Galerias Santo Domingo
- National Palace of Culture
Hotel

Day 3: León, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Managua to Leónbus
1h 45m
$10–21
Activities
- Leon Viejo Ruins
- Hervideros de San Jacinto Geothermal Field
Hotel

Day 4: Estelí, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from León to Estelíbus
3h
$3–7
Activities
- Horseback Riding Miraflor
- 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
- Peñas Blancas Massif Hike
Hotel

Day 6: 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 7: Chinandega, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Matagalpa to Chinandegabus
2h
$1–8
Activities
- Mangroves of Padre Ramos
- Corinto Port
Hotel

Day 8: Masaya, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Chinandega to Masayabus
- Take the bus from Chinandega to Masayabus
4h 6m
$30–42
Activities
- Masaya Volcano National Park
- Masaya Market
Hotel

Days 9–10: Tipitapa, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Masaya to Tipitapabus
- Take the bus from Masaya to Tipitapabus
1h 25m
$12–18
Activities
- Rio Tipitapa Exploration
- Laguna de Xiloa
Hotel

Days 11–14: Juigalpa, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Tipitapa to Juigalpabus
2h 45m
$3
Activities
- Restaurante La Casona
- Museo Arqueologico Gregorio Aguilar Barea
Hotel

Days 15–17: Nueva Guinea, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Juigalpa to Nueva Guineabus
2h 30m
$3
Activities
- Nuestra Señora del Perpetuo Socorro Church
- Palm Oil Plantation Tour
Hotel
Day 18: Bluefields, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Nueva Guinea to Bluefieldsbus
3h
See more transport optionsActivities
- Cultural Visit to Rama Cay
- Relax at Bluff Beach
Hotel
19 days in Nicaragua
ManaguaPuerto CabezasItinerary navigation
Day 1: Managua, Nicaragua
Activities
- Museo Sitio Huellas de Acahualinca
- Tiscapa Lagoon Natural Reserve
Hotel

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

Day 3: Granada, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from León to Granadabus
- Take the bus from León to Granadabus
3h 54m
$29–39
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
- Church of the Assumption
Hotel

Day 5: Estelí, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Masaya to Estelíbus
3h 15m
$4
Activities
- Drew Estate Cigar Factory Tour
- Horseback Riding Miraflor
Hotel

Day 6: Jinotega, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Estelí to Jinotegabus
- Take the bus from Estelí to Jinotegabus
2h 12m
$4–7
Activities
- Jinotega Municipal Market Exploration
- Jinotega Viewpoint
Hotel

Day 7: Matagalpa, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Jinotega to Matagalpabus
1h 30m
$1–4
Activities
- Cerro Apante Natural Reserve
- Coffee Farm Tour
Hotel

Day 8: Chinandega, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Matagalpa to Chinandegabus
2h
$1–8
Activities
- Local Gastronomy Experience
- Flor de Cana Rum Factory Tour
Hotel

Days 9–12: Juigalpa, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Chinandega to Juigalpabus
- Take the bus from Chinandega to Juigalpabus
6h 14m
$22–29
Activities
- Museo Arqueologico Gregorio Aguilar Barea
- Iglesia San Francisco de Asis
Hotel

Days 13–15: Nueva Guinea, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Juigalpa to Nueva Guineabus
2h 30m
$3
Activities
- Artisan Craft Workshop
- Local Cultural Event
Hotel
Days 16–18: Bluefields, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Nueva Guinea to Bluefieldsbus
3h
See more transport optionsActivities
- Bluefields Waterfront Stroll
- Taste Local Caribbean Cuisine
Hotel
Day 19: Puerto Cabezas, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Bluefields to Puerto Cabezasbus
- Take the bus from Bluefields to Puerto Cabezasbus
- Take the foot from Bluefields to Puerto Cabezaswalk
- Take the bus from Bluefields to Puerto Cabezasbus
- Take the foot from Bluefields to Puerto Cabezaswalk
- Take the bus from Bluefields to Puerto Cabezasbus
- Take the foot from Bluefields to Puerto Cabezaswalk
- Take the bus from Bluefields to Puerto Cabezasbus
20h 57m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Community Project Observation
- Attend Local Event or Festival
Hotel
21 days in Nicaragua
GranadaPuerto CabezasItinerary navigation
Day 1: Granada, Nicaragua
Activities
- Islets of Granada Boat Tour
- Convent and Museum of San Francisco
Hotel

Day 2: Managua, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Granada to Managuabus
1h 20m
$2
Activities
- Plaza de la Revolucion
- National Palace of Culture
Hotel

Day 3: León, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Managua to Leónbus
1h 45m
$10–21
Activities
- Cerro Negro Volcano Boarding
- Leon Cathedral
Hotel

Day 4: Estelí, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from León to Estelíbus
3h
$3–7
Activities
- Cathedral of Our Lady of the Rosary
- Mercado Municipal Visit
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
- Lake Apanás Boat Trip
Hotel

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

Day 7: Chinandega, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Matagalpa to Chinandegabus
2h
$1–8
Activities
- Corinto Malecon
- Volcan San Cristobal
Hotel

Day 8: Masaya, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Chinandega to Masayabus
- Take the bus from Chinandega to Masayabus
4h 6m
$30–42
Activities
- Nindiri Museum
- Hammock Workshop Visit
Hotel

Days 9–10: Tipitapa, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Masaya to Tipitapabus
- Take the bus from Masaya to Tipitapabus
1h 25m
$12–18
Activities
- Mercado Municipal de Tipitapa
- Termales de Tipitapa
Hotel

Days 11–14: Juigalpa, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Tipitapa to Juigalpabus
2h 45m
$3
Activities
- Disfrutar de un Cafe Local
- Museo Arqueologico Gregorio Aguilar Barea
Hotel

Days 15–17: Nueva Guinea, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Juigalpa to Nueva Guineabus
2h 30m
$3
Activities
- Local River Boat Trip
- Nueva Guinea Central Market
Hotel
Days 18–20: Bluefields, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Nueva Guinea to Bluefieldsbus
3h
See more transport optionsActivities
- Boat Trip to Pearl Lagoon
- Cultural Visit to Rama Cay
Hotel
Day 21: Puerto Cabezas, Nicaragua
Transport
- Take the bus from Bluefields to Puerto Cabezasbus
- Take the bus from Bluefields to Puerto Cabezasbus
- Take the foot from Bluefields to Puerto Cabezaswalk
- Take the bus from Bluefields to Puerto Cabezasbus
- Take the foot from Bluefields to Puerto Cabezaswalk
- Take the bus from Bluefields to Puerto Cabezasbus
- Take the foot from Bluefields to Puerto Cabezaswalk
- Take the bus from Bluefields to Puerto Cabezasbus
20h 57m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Sunset Viewing
- Central Market
