23 days in San Jose & Nicaragua Itinerary
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Start: Brussels, Belgium
Train to Paris CDG, Fly to San Jose
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San Jose, Costa Rica
Drive
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Rivas, Nicaragua
Drive
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San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua
— 5 nights
Bus to San Jorge, Ferry to Isla de Ometepe
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Isla de Ometepe, Nicaragua
— 4 nights
Ferry to San Jorge, Shuttle to Granada
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Granada, Nicaragua
— 4 nights
Fly
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Little Corn Island, Nicaragua
— 6 nights
Unknown
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San Jose, Costa Rica
— 1 night
Fly to Paris CDG, Train to Brussels
End: Brussels, Belgium
Tue, Apr 11 - Wed, May 3
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Brussels, Belgium to San Jose is an approximately 17-hour combination of train and flight. You can also fly. The time zone difference when traveling from Brussels to San Jose is minus 7 hours. Expect much hotter temperatures when traveling from Brussels in April; daily highs in San Jose reach 33°C and lows reach 22°C. You will leave for Rivas on the 12th (Wed).
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Brussels, Belgium to San Jose is an approximately 17-hour combination of train and flight. You can also fly. The time zone difference when traveling from Brussels to San Jose is minus 7 hours. Expect much hotter temperatures when traveling from Brussels in April; daily highs in San Jose reach 33°C and lows reach 22°C. You will leave for Rivas on the 12th (Wed).
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Getting from San Jose to Rivas by car takes about 5 hours. You will leave for San Juan del Sur on the 12th (Wed).
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Getting from San Jose to Rivas by car takes about 5 hours. You will leave for San Juan del Sur on the 12th (Wed).
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San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua — 5 nights
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Take a break from San Juan del Sur with a short trip to Playa Redonda in Playa Redonda, about 1h 10 min away. There's much more to do: kick back and relax at La Flor Beach Natural Reserve, stroll through Playa Remanso, get a taste of the local shopping with The Art Warehouse, and don't miss a visit to Mirador del Cristo de la Misericordia.
For where to stay, photos, more things to do, and more tourist information, you can read our San Juan del Sur journey builder.
San Juan del Sur is just a stone's throw from Rivas. Expect a daytime high around 38°C in April, and nighttime lows around 30°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 17th (Mon) early enough to travel to Isla de Ometepe.
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For where to stay, photos, more things to do, and more tourist information, you can read our San Juan del Sur journey builder.
San Juan del Sur is just a stone's throw from Rivas. Expect a daytime high around 38°C in April, and nighttime lows around 30°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 17th (Mon) early enough to travel to Isla de Ometepe.
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Isla de Ometepe, Nicaragua — 4 nights
Isla de Ometepe is known for nature, sightseeing, and beaches. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: contemplate the waterfront views at Laguna Charco Verde, contemplate the geological forces at Volcan Concepcion, admire the local landmark of Ojo de Agua, and head off the coast to Isla Ometepe.
For where to stay, reviews, maps, and more tourist information, go to the Isla de Ometepe planner.
You can do a combination of bus and ferry from San Juan del Sur to Isla de Ometepe in 3 hours. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Fri) early enough to travel to Granada.
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For where to stay, reviews, maps, and more tourist information, go to the Isla de Ometepe planner.
You can do a combination of bus and ferry from San Juan del Sur to Isla de Ometepe in 3 hours. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Fri) early enough to travel to Granada.
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Granada, Nicaragua — 4 nights
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La Gran Sultana
Step out of Granada to go to La Laguna de Apoyo and see Apoyo, which is approximately 36 minutes away. There's much more to do: step off the mainland to explore Islets of Granada, view the masterpieces at Galeria Mi Camara Mi Mundo, make a trip to Parque Colon de Granada, and take in the architecture and atmosphere at Catedral de Granada.
To see traveler tips, reviews, photos, and more tourist information, go to the Granada trip itinerary maker site.
Traveling by combination of ferry and shuttle from Isla de Ometepe to Granada takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry and bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 25th (Tue) to allow enough time to fly to Little Corn Island.
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Traveling by combination of ferry and shuttle from Isla de Ometepe to Granada takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry and bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 25th (Tue) to allow enough time to fly to Little Corn Island.
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Little Corn Island, Nicaragua — 6 nights
Little Corn Island is known for wildlife, spas, and adventure. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: soothe aching muscles at some of the top local wellness centers and discover the deep blue sea with a scuba or snorkeling tour.
To find where to stay, maps, ratings, and tourist information, refer to the Little Corn Island tour builder.
You can fly from Granada to Little Corn Island in 2.5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of bus and ferry; or do a combination of bus, taxi, and ferry. In April, plan for daily highs up to 36°C, and evening lows to 30°C. On the 1st (Mon), you're off to San Jose.
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To find where to stay, maps, ratings, and tourist information, refer to the Little Corn Island tour builder.
You can fly from Granada to Little Corn Island in 2.5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of bus and ferry; or do a combination of bus, taxi, and ferry. In April, plan for daily highs up to 36°C, and evening lows to 30°C. On the 1st (Mon), you're off to San Jose.
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San Jose, Costa Rica — 1 night
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Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Little Corn Island to San Jose. Prepare for little chillier weather when traveling from Little Corn Island in May: high temperatures in San Jose hover around 32°C and lows are around 22°C. On the 2nd (Tue), you'll travel back home.
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Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Little Corn Island to San Jose. Prepare for little chillier weather when traveling from Little Corn Island in May: high temperatures in San Jose hover around 32°C and lows are around 22°C. On the 2nd (Tue), you'll travel back home.
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