60 days in Nicaragua Itinerary

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Granada: Masaya (Museo del Parque Volcan De Masaya & Masaya Volcano), Diriamba (Reloj Publico de Diriamba, Hervideros de San Jacinto, &more) and Apoyo (in La Laguna de Apoyo). The adventure continues: contemplate the geological forces at Mombacho, join in the after-dark buzz at Favilli Mansion, tour the pleasant surroundings at Montibelli Private National Reserve, and examine the collection at Mi Museo.

For where to stay and other tourist information, read our Granada road trip planner.

Barcelona, Spain to Granada is an approximately 19.5-hour flight. Traveling from Barcelona to Granada, you'll gain 7 hours due to the time zone difference. Finish your sightseeing early on the 19th (Tue) so you can travel to Isla de Ometepe.

Spend the 23rd (Sat) wandering through the wild on Dinarte's Rental. Next up on the itinerary: explore the activities along Laguna Charco Verde, ponder the design of Ojo de Agua, get impressive views of Volcan Maderas, and examine the collection at El Ceibo Museums.

For traveler tips, where to stay, photos, and more tourist information, read our Isla de Ometepe road trip planning site.

Do a combination of shuttle and ferry from Granada to Isla de Ometepe in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and ferry. Cap off your sightseeing on the 25th (Mon) early enough to travel to San Juan del Sur.

Change things up with a short trip to Parroquia San Pedro Apostol Rivas in Rivas (about 1h 10 min away). The adventure continues: look for all kinds of wild species at La Flor Beach Natural Reserve, indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas, kick your exploration up a notch at some of the top local zipline courses and adventure parks, and head outdoors with Costa Dulce Beach.

For more things to do, other places to visit, reviews, and other tourist information, you can read our San Juan del Sur day trip app.

Traveling by combination of ferry and bus from Isla de Ometepe to San Juan del Sur takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry and bus. In July, daytime highs in San Juan del Sur are 35°C, while nighttime lows are 30°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Tue) so you can fly to Little Corn Island.

Little Corn Island is known for wildlife, spas, and adventure. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: discover the deep blue sea with a scuba or snorkeling tour and soothe aching muscles at some of the top local wellness centers.

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Traveling by flight from San Juan del Sur to Little Corn Island takes 2.5 hours. In August, daily temperatures in Little Corn Island can reach 34°C, while at night they dip to 28°C. You will leave for Big Corn Island on the 6th (Sat).

Big Corn Island is known for wildlife and spas. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: discover the deep blue sea with a scuba or snorkeling tour and indulge in some personalized pampering at Anahata Massage & Yoga.

To see traveler tips, photos, and more tourist information, go to the Big Corn Island planning site.

Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Little Corn Island to Big Corn Island. August in Big Corn Island sees daily highs of 34°C and lows of 28°C at night. You will leave for El Castillo on the 9th (Tue).

El Castillo is known for parks, sightseeing, and wildlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: don't miss a visit to Castillo de la Inmaculada Concepción, stroll through Reserva Silvestre Privada Montecristo, and head outdoors with Tarpon Nicaragua.

To find maps, reviews, photos, and other tourist information, you can read our El Castillo online vacation planner.

Fly from Big Corn Island to El Castillo in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or do a combination of ferry and bus. You'll set off for Matagalpa on the 13th (Sat).

Change things up with these side-trips from Matagalpa: Jinotega (Ecoalbergue La Fundadora, Cerro De La Cruz, &more). There's still lots to do: stroll through Cerro Apante, gain insight at Escuela de Espanol Colibri, don't miss a visit to Catedral, and relax in the rural setting at Selva Negra Farm Tour.

For maps, other places to visit, where to stay, and more tourist information, you can read our Matagalpa online trip itinerary planner.

Traveling by flight from El Castillo to Matagalpa takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of flight and bus. In August in Matagalpa, expect temperatures between 31°C during the day and 23°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Thu) to allow time to take a bus to Esteli.

Spend the 21st (Sun) exploring nature at National Reserve Tisey Estanzuela. Next up on the itinerary: stroll through Reserva Natural Miraflor, look for gifts at Artesanías La Esquina - Handmade crafts, take an in-depth tour of Museo de Historia y Arqueologia Alejandro Davila Bolanos, and take in the dramatic scenery at Esteli Waterfall.

For traveler tips, more things to do, other places to visit, and other tourist information, use the Esteli online day trip planner.

Drive from Matagalpa to Esteli in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or drive. In August, plan for daily highs up to 31°C, and evening lows to 23°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Mon) to allow time to drive to Somoto.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Somoto: Ocotal (Parque Central & Cerro Mogoton).

For where to stay, photos, other places to visit, and other tourist information, refer to the Somoto trip itinerary builder.

You can drive from Esteli to Somoto in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 31°C in August, and nighttime lows around 23°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 25th (Thu) to allow enough time to drive to Leon.

Take a break from Leon with a short trip to Juan Venado Island Nature Reserve in Las Penitas, about 34 minutes away. The adventure continues: pause for some serene contemplation at Cathedral-Basilica of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, contemplate the long history of Iglesia San Juan Bautista de Subtiava, contemplate the geological forces at Cerro Negro Volcano, and examine the collection at Museo de Arte Fundacion Ortiz-Gurdian.

For other places to visit, reviews, more things to do, and tourist information, use the Leon travel planning website.

You can drive from Somoto to Leon in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Somoto in August, expect Leon to be somewhat warmer, temps between 39°C and 28°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Fri) so you can fly back home.