8 days in Nicaragua Itinerary
Created using Klarna Trips Nicaragua route planner
Start: Rio de Janeiro
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Granada
— 3 nights
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Leon
— 4 nights
Drive to Augusto C. Sandino (Managua) International Airport, Fly to Rio de Janeiro
End: Rio de Janeiro
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Granada — 3 nights

La Gran Sultana
You'll find plenty of places to visit near Granada: Masaya Volcano (in Masaya) and Apoyo (in La Laguna de Apoyo). The adventure continues: get impressive views of Mombacho, admire the local landmark of Parque Colon de Granada, examine the collection at ChocoMuseo Granada, and step off the mainland to explore Islets of Granada.
To find reviews, maps, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read our Granada online trip maker.
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil to Granada is an approximately 16-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 3 hours traveling from Rio de Janeiro to Granada. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 7th (Fri) so you can go by car to Leon.
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To find reviews, maps, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read our Granada online trip maker.
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil to Granada is an approximately 16-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 3 hours traveling from Rio de Janeiro to Granada. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 7th (Fri) so you can go by car to Leon.
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Leon — 4 nights

Leon is known for nature, museums, and historic sites. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: get impressive views of Cerro Negro Volcano, examine the collection at Museo de la Revolucion, pause for some serene contemplation at Cathedral-Basilica of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, and stop by Artesania de Leon.
To find traveler tips, other places to visit, and more tourist information, you can read our Leon trip planner.
Traveling by car from Granada to Leon takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a shuttle; or take a bus. In April, daytime highs in Leon are 41°C, while nighttime lows are 29°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Tue) so you can travel back home.
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To find traveler tips, other places to visit, and more tourist information, you can read our Leon trip planner.
Traveling by car from Granada to Leon takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a shuttle; or take a bus. In April, daytime highs in Leon are 41°C, while nighttime lows are 29°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Tue) so you can travel back home.
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