8-Day Tour of Nicaragua

On this 8-day tour through Nicaragua, you'll explore colonial towns, volcanoes, and natural parks.

8-Day Tour Details

Day 1: Managua

Upon arrival at Managua Airport, you will be taken to your hotel. The rest of the day is free to explore Nicaragua's capital or relax.

Day 2: Managua – León

After breakfast, visit Managua's historic center including the Plaza de la Revolución and the Laguna de Tiscapa viewpoint. Then, travel 2 hours to León for lunch and a guided walk through the city's churches and Catedral de León. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 3: León

Morning free in León. In the afternoon, participate in sandboarding on Cerro Negro Volcano after a 1-hour hike for views. Experience 10 minutes of sliding at speeds of up to 37 mph. Return to the hotel for dinner.

Day 4: León – Granada

Depart for Granada post-breakfast. Enjoy a guided tour visiting churches, plaza, and La Merced Church. Lunch includes vigorón. Afternoon boat tour of Las Isletas, ending with a sunset viewing before returning to the hotel.

Day 5: Granada

Choose between relaxing at the hotel, hiking in the Mombacho Volcano Cloud Forest, or a Masaya Volcano hike at sunset.

Day 6: Granada – San Juan de Oriente – Mirador de Catarina – Granada

Visit San Juan de Oriente for a pottery workshop. Next, enjoy views at the Mirador de Catarina and browse artisan stalls. Conclude with a Nicaraguan cooking class.

Day 7: Granada – Laguna de Apoyo – Granada

Spend the day at Laguna de Apoyo enjoying water activities before returning to the hotel.

Day 8: Laguna de Apoyo – Managua

After breakfast, travel back to Managua for your flight. Ensure your return flight is no earlier than 2 pm on the final day.

Tour Accommodation

Includes 7 nights in double rooms with breakfast at 3-star hotels:

Managua (1 night): Hotel ManaguaLeón (2 nights): Hotel La Helle-NikaGranada (3 nights): Hotel Con CorazónLaguna de Apoyo (1 night): Hotel Apoyo

Return Flight

Your return flight should depart no earlier than 2 pm. Note it takes about an hour to reach the airport from the last stop.