8 days in Nicaragua Itinerary
Created using Klarna Trips Nicaragua sightseeing planner
Start: Rivas
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Granada
— 2 nights
Drive
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Matagalpa
— 2 nights
Drive
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Esteli
— 1 night
Drive
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Leon
— 2 nights
Drive
End: Rivas
Wed, Mar 15 - Wed, Mar 22
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Granada — 2 nights
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La Gran Sultana
Escape the urban bustle at Islets of Granada and Apoyo. You'll discover tucked-away gems like Iglesia de Xalteva and Kayaking & Canoeing. There's still lots to do: pause for some serene contemplation at Iglesia de La Merced, explore the different monuments and memorials at Cementerio De Granada, steep yourself in history at Old Railway Station, and admire the striking features of Tesoros de Nicaragua - Gourmet & Gift - Shop.
To see reviews, maps, traveler tips, and more tourist information, refer to the Granada trip website.
Rivas to Granada is an approximately 1-hour shuttle ride. You can also drive; or take a bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Matagalpa.
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To see reviews, maps, traveler tips, and more tourist information, refer to the Granada trip website.
Rivas to Granada is an approximately 1-hour shuttle ride. You can also drive; or take a bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Matagalpa.
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Matagalpa — 2 nights
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Pearl of the North
On the 18th (Sat), examine the collection at El Castillo del cacao, pause for some serene contemplation at Catedral San Juan, and then take in the dramatic scenery at Cascada Santa Emilia. Keep things going the next day: see the interesting displays at National Coffee Museum, take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Cerro Apante, and then don't miss a visit to Mirador El Calvario.
To find traveler tips, other places to visit, ratings, and more tourist information, refer to the Matagalpa trip itinerary builder website.
Traveling by car from Granada to Matagalpa takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus; or take a bus. March in Matagalpa sees daily highs of 30°C and lows of 20°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 19th (Sun) to allow enough time to take a bus to Esteli.
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To find traveler tips, other places to visit, ratings, and more tourist information, refer to the Matagalpa trip itinerary builder website.
Traveling by car from Granada to Matagalpa takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus; or take a bus. March in Matagalpa sees daily highs of 30°C and lows of 20°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 19th (Sun) to allow enough time to take a bus to Esteli.
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Esteli — 1 night
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Start off your visit on the 20th (Mon): trek along El Jalacate, take in the dramatic scenery at Esteli Waterfall, and then take an in-depth tour of Museo de Historia y Arqueologia Alejandro Davila Bolanos.
For maps, reviews, where to stay, and more tourist information, read our Esteli trip itinerary planner.
Traveling by car from Matagalpa to Esteli takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or drive. Expect a daytime high around 30°C in March, and nighttime lows around 20°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 20th (Mon) early enough to go by car to Leon.
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For maps, reviews, where to stay, and more tourist information, read our Esteli trip itinerary planner.
Traveling by car from Matagalpa to Esteli takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or drive. Expect a daytime high around 30°C in March, and nighttime lows around 20°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 20th (Mon) early enough to go by car to Leon.
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Leon — 2 nights
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Start off your visit on the 21st (Tue): find your balance on the water with some of the best stand-up paddleboarding in the area and then tour the pleasant surroundings at Juan Venado Island Nature Reserve. Keep things going the next day: pause for some serene contemplation at Cathedral-Basilica of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, pause for some serene contemplation at Church The Recollection, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Calvary Church - Sweet Name of Jesus, and finally stop by Artesania de Leon.
To find maps, photos, more things to do, and other tourist information, go to the Leon online attractions planner.
Getting from Esteli to Leon by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. Expect a bit warmer temperatures when traveling from Esteli in March; daily highs in Leon reach 41°C and lows reach 27°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Wed) to allow time to drive back home.
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To find maps, photos, more things to do, and other tourist information, go to the Leon online attractions planner.
Getting from Esteli to Leon by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. Expect a bit warmer temperatures when traveling from Esteli in March; daily highs in Leon reach 41°C and lows reach 27°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Wed) to allow time to drive back home.
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