Nicaragua

Day-by-Day Travel Plan

14-Day Nicaragua Itinerary

14 days
6 cities — Granada → León → San Juan del Sur → Ometepe Island → Matagalpa → Managua
Best in Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May

The ultimate two-week journey through Nicaragua. Nicaragua, the 'Land of Lakes and Volcanoes,' is Central America's best-kept secret — a country of smoking volcanoes, colonial cities frozen in time, and coastlines on two different seas. This itinerary takes you through the highlights — from iconic landmarks to local experiences.

Day-by-Day Itinerary

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Day 1 — Arrive in Granada

Granada

  • ▸ Granada Cathedral
  • ▸ Islets of Granada

Granada — colonial city known for its colorful architecture, cobblestone streets, and vibrant culture along Lake Nicaragua

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Day 2 — Explore Granada

Granada

  • ▸ Convento y Museo San Francisco
  • ▸ Calle La Calzada
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Day 3 — Explore Granada

Granada

  • ▸ Convento y Museo San Francisco
  • ▸ Calle La Calzada
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Day 4 — Arrive in León

León

  • ▸ León Cathedral
  • ▸ Museum of the Revolution

León — cultural and intellectual hub, famous for its colonial churches, murals, and proximity to volcanoes

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Day 5 — Explore León

León

  • ▸ Cerro Negro Volcano
  • ▸ Ruins of León Viejo
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Day 6 — Explore León

León

  • ▸ Cerro Negro Volcano
  • ▸ Ruins of León Viejo
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Day 7 — Arrive in San Juan del Sur

San Juan del Sur

  • ▸ San Juan del Sur Beach
  • ▸ Christ of the Mercy Statue

San Juan del Sur — lively coastal town known for surfing, beaches, and vibrant nightlife

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Day 8 — Explore San Juan del Sur

San Juan del Sur

  • ▸ Surfing Schools
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Day 9 — Arrive in Ometepe Island

Ometepe Island

  • ▸ Concepción Volcano
  • ▸ Maderas Volcano

Ometepe Island — unique volcanic island in Lake Nicaragua, featuring twin volcanoes, hiking trails, and natural beauty

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Day 10 — Explore Ometepe Island

Ometepe Island

  • ▸ Ojo de Agua
  • ▸ Punta Jesús María
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Day 11 — Arrive in Matagalpa

Matagalpa

  • ▸ Selva Negra Mountain Resort
  • ▸ San Ramón Waterfalls

Matagalpa — scenic city in the northern highlands, known for coffee plantations, waterfalls, and eco-tourism

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Day 12 — Explore Matagalpa

Matagalpa

  • ▸ Coffee Plantations Tour
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Day 13 — Arrive in Managua

Managua

  • ▸ Tiscapa Lagoon Natural Reserve
  • ▸ Old Cathedral of Managua

Managua, the capital, is a sprawling lakeside city and Nicaragua's main travel hub

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Day 14 — Explore Managua

Managua

  • ▸ Puerto Salvador Allende