5 days in Nicaragua Itinerary
5 days in Nicaragua Itinerary
Created using Inspirock Nicaragua journey builder
Start: Austin
Fly
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Leon
— 1 night
Drive
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Granada
— 3 nights
Drive to Augusto C. Sandino (Managua) International Airport, Fly to Austin Bergstrom International Airport
End: Austin
Sun, Jan 10 - Thu, Jan 14
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A cultured and storied city, Leon attracts guests from all over the world, drawn to the second city's style, thriving intellectual life, and liveliness.Start off your visit on the 11th (Mon): get impressive views of Cerro Negro Volcano, stop by Juanmarcos Design, and then pause for some serene contemplation at Catedral de la Asunción.
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Austin, USA to Leon is an approximately 11-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Austin in January, expect Leon to be warmer, temps between 93°F and 71°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 11th (Mon) so you can go by car to Granada.
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La Gran Sultana
The lakeside city of Granada has the look and feel of a historically important economic and political center, with grand colonial architecture, a unified look, and many cultural attractions.Start off your visit on the 12th (Tue): take in the architecture and atmosphere at Catedral de Granada, admire the landmark architecture of Palacio Episcopal, step off the mainland to explore Islets of Granada, make a trip to Galeria de Arte Kaknes Granada, then contemplate the waterfront views at Apoyo, and finally don't miss a visit to Parque Xalteva. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 13th (Wed): get impressive views of Mombacho, then pause for some serene contemplation at La Capilla Maria Auxiliadora, and then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Iglesia de La Merced.
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Traveling by car from Leon to Granada takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a shuttle; or take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 14th (Thu) to allow time for travel back home.
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