16 days in Nicaragua Itinerary

The lakeside city of Granada has the look and feel of a historically important economic and political center, with grand colonial architecture, a unified look, and many cultural attractions.

Venture out of the city with trips to Managua (Santiago of Managua Cathedral, Puerto Salvador Allende, &more) and Apoyo (in La Laguna de Apoyo). There's lots more to do: pause for some serene contemplation at Iglesia de La Merced, examine the collection at Centro Cultural Antiguo Convento San Francisco, get impressive views of Mombacho, and admire the striking features of Guadalupe Church.

For reviews, where to stay, traveler tips, and other tourist information, refer to the Granada trip itinerary app.

Karachi, Pakistan to Granada is an approximately 32-hour combination of flight and car. The time zone difference moving from Pakistan Standard Time to Central Standard Time is minus 11 hours. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Wed) to allow time to drive to Popoyo.

Kick off your visit on the 20th (Thu): tour the pleasant surroundings at Popoyo Beach and then tee off at Hacienda Iguana Golf.

To see maps, more things to do, and more tourist information, read our Popoyo online sightseeing planner.

You can drive from Granada to Popoyo in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and taxi. In September, plan for daily highs up to 36°C, and evening lows to 29°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Thu) to allow enough time to drive to San Juan del Sur.

Set in a crescent-shaped bay, San Juan del Sur has become known as a popular surfing spot and coastal holiday destination for Nicaraguan families and international visitors alike.

Start off your visit on the 21st (Fri): enjoy the sand and surf at La Flor Beach Natural Reserve and then stroll through San Juan del Sur Beach. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: relax and rejuvenate at some of the top local wellness centers, make a trip to Plaza del arte, san juan del sur, then tour the pleasant surroundings at Playa Remanso, and finally make a trip to Mirador del Cristo de la Misericordia.

To find ratings, photos, more things to do, and more tourist information, you can read our San Juan del Sur trip builder site.

Traveling by car from Popoyo to San Juan del Sur takes 2 hours. September in San Juan del Sur sees daily highs of 36°C and lows of 29°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 22nd (Sat) early enough to travel to Isla de Ometepe.

Isla de Ometepe may be small in size, but it boasts two large volcanoes that dominate its landscape and influence the local lifestyle.

Start off your visit on the 23rd (Sun): see the interesting displays at El Ceibo Museums, then step off the mainland to explore Isla Ometepe, and then take a stroll through Los Ramos. Keep things going the next day: contemplate the waterfront views at Laguna Charco Verde, then tour the pleasant surroundings at Punta Jesus Maria, and then admire the local landmark of Ojo de Agua.

To see maps, reviews, photos, and tourist information, use the Isla de Ometepe trip planner.

You can do a combination of bus and ferry from San Juan del Sur to Isla de Ometepe in 3 hours. Finish your sightseeing early on the 24th (Mon) to allow enough time to fly to Big Corn Island.

The larger of the two islands, Big Corn Island offers a laid-back atmosphere and tropical island scenery.

Kick off your visit on the 25th (Tue): head outdoors with Outdoor Activities.

To see where to stay, ratings, more things to do, and more tourist information, refer to the Big Corn Island tour itinerary builder tool.

You can fly from Isla de Ometepe to Big Corn Island in 7 hours. Other options are to ride a ferry; or do a combination of bus and ferry. In September, daily temperatures in Big Corn Island can reach 35°C, while at night they dip to 28°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 25th (Tue) to allow time for travel to Leon.

A cultured and storied city, Leon attracts guests from all over the world, drawn to the second city's style, thriving intellectual life, and liveliness.

On the 26th (Wed), tour the pleasant surroundings at Playa Poneloya and then contemplate the geological forces at Cerro Negro Volcano. On the next day, pause for some serene contemplation at Calvary Church - Sweet Name of Jesus, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Cathedral-Basilica of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, then stroll through Playa Las Penitas, and finally examine the collection at Museo de Arte Fundacion Ortiz-Gurdian.

To find photos, where to stay, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read our Leon attractions planner.

You can do a combination of ferry and taxi from Big Corn Island to Leon in 16.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or do a combination of ferry, bus, and car. In September, plan for daily highs up to 37°C, and evening lows to 28°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 27th (Thu) to allow time to drive to San Rafael del Sur.

San Rafael del Sur is a municipality in the Managua department of Nicaragua.International relationsTwin towns – Sister citiesGranada is twinned with:Category:Populated places in Nicaragua Category:Municipalities of the Managua DepartmentSome towns in San Rafael del Sur are:-El Salto. Kick off your visit on the 28th (Fri): kick back and relax at Playa de Pochomil.

For where to stay, other places to visit, and other tourist information, you can read our San Rafael del Sur day trip website.

You can drive from Leon to San Rafael del Sur in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. On the 28th (Fri), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can travel back home.