Night 1
See Tripadvisor ReviewsHotel Mozonte in Managua
With clean and spacious rooms plus an outdoor pool, Hotel Mozonte is in a great location in Managua.
Coast to Coast Nicaragua Tour
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See the best of Nicaragua from the Pacific to the Caribbean
The 10-Day Coast to Coast Nicaragua Tour shows off the history, culture, cuisine, and stunning natural beauty that Nicaragua has to offer. This guided tour takes you to active volcanos, nature reserves, hidden rockpools, waterfalls, and local communities. You'll see the best of the colonial cities of Leon and Granada, stay on Ometepe Island in Lake Nicaragua, and fly east to Corn Island where you can soak in the Caribbean Sea.
Experience Nicaragua's hidden gems, famous sites, and peaceful paradise islands on this sun-soaked tour from coast to coast.
Coast to Coast Nicaragua Tour
Day 1 Arrival in Managua
Your tour begins when you arrive in Managua, Nicaragua's bustling capital city. A driver will greet you at the airport to transfer you to your hotel for the night.
- Overnight Location
- Hotel in Managua
- Meals
- None
Day 2 Leon City Tour – Las Penitas
Today your guide will take you to the historic city of Leon, a former colonial capital that boasts beautiful architecture and museums. Later you visit a small fishing community and relax on the sandy beaches of the coastline.
- Overnight Location
- Hotel in Leon
- Meals
- Breakfast, dinner
Day 3 La Garnacha Village
Heading into the cool altitude of the mountains, you'll visit La Garnacha, a rural village and farm with a cheese factory known for its delicious cheeses.
You'll spend the night at a nearby ecolodge in the hills with beautiful views of the mountains and valleys.
- Overnight Location
- Hotel in Esteli
- Meals
- Breakfast, lunch
Day 4 Granada and Isletas Boat Cruise
Leaving the hills behind you return to the coast to Granada, a UNESCO World Heritage city recognized for its historic value and preserved colonial architecture.
You'll also take a boat tour of the tiny islands that lay off the coast of Granada and see the local wildlife.
- Overnight Location
- Hotel in Granada
- Meals
- Breakfast, lunch
Day 5 Exploring Granada to Masaya Volcano
As the oldest city in Latin America, Granada is full of national treasures and landmarks. After touring the city's top sights, you visit some handicraft markets. Later in the evening you head to the Masaya Volcano and peer into the crater to see the geothermal activity.
- Overnight Location
- Hotel in Granada
- Meals
- Breakfast, lunch
Day 6 Overnight on Ometepe Island
After breakfast, you head to the port to catch a ferry to Ometepe Island, a tropical gem in Lake Nicaragua formed by two towering volcanos. There are placid lagoons, black sand beaches, and indigenous rock carvings to explore.
- Overnight Location
- Hotel in Ometepe Island
- Meals
- Breakfast, lunch
Day 7 Ometepe Island – Managua
This lovely little island is home to the Charco Verde nature reserve with walking trails, many bird species, and a butterfly house.
After enjoying Ometepe's flora and fauna, catch the ferry back to the mainland and head to Managua.
- Overnight Location
- Hotel in Managua
- Meals
- Breakfast, dinner
Day 8 Flight to Corn Island
From Managua Airport you take a quick domestic flight to the east coast of Nicaragua to stay on Corn Island, a tiny island gem in the Caribbean Sea. Check in to your beachfront hotel and check out from all of your worries.
- Overnight Location
- Hotel on Corn Island
- Meals
- Breakfast
Day 9 Exploring Corn Island
After waking up to find yourself in paradise, you have a full day to enjoy Corn Island, whether it's snorkelling, swimming, biking around the island, or just laying back in a hammock.
- Overnight Location
- Hotel on Corn Island
- Meals
- Breakfast
Day 10 Corn Island to Managua
You won't want to, but it's time to head back to the real world with a flight back to Managua. From Managua International Airport you take your outbound flight back home. Safe travels!
- Overnight Location
- None
- Meals
- Breakfast
Coast to Coast Nicaragua Tour Price and Dates
This guided tour of Nicaragua is run as a private tour for your group and the price depends on the size of your group and the class of hotels you prefer. There may be additional fees for travel over Easter and Christmas.
Prices below are per person sharing a double room, and groups of odd numbers can either book a single room for a supplement of $287USD (per room) or opt-out for a triple room with a $40USD per person price reduction.
Standard Accommodations:
- Guided groups of 2: $1,875USD
- Guided groups of 3: $1,575USD per person
- Guided groups of 4-5: $1,425USD per person
- Guided groups of 6-9: $1,275USD per person
- Guided groups of 10-14: $1,195USD per person
Deluxe Accommodations:
- Guided groups of 2: $2,095USD
- Guided groups of 3: $1,795USD per person
- Guided groups of 4-5: $1,650USD per person
- Guided groups of 6-9: $1,495USD per person
- Guided groups of 10-14: $1,425USD per person
Accommodation on the Coast to Coast Nicaragua Tour
This tour is based in hotels. You can choose to stay in either standard 3-star hotels or deluxe 4-star hotels based on your preference and budget. Please see the options and hotel descriptions listed below. Rooms are double occupancy, and single travellers will pay a supplement.
In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations.
Single Rooms and Solo Travellers
Rooms are double occupancy. You can pay a supplement of $287USD to have a private room in a hotel where possible. Solo travellers may be required to pay a supplement. There is a $40USD reduction for staying in a triple room.
Night 2
See Tripadvisor ReviewsHotel Austria in Leon
With a prime location near Leon’s historic centre, this hotel offers modern rooms and lovely gardens.
Night 3
See Tripadvisor ReviewsMarduk Gardens Boutique Hotel in Esteli
This mountaintop lodge offers rustic wooden cabins surrounded by the lush forest.
Night 4-5
See Tripadvisor ReviewsHotel El Almirante in Granada
This classic colonial hotel in downtown Granada has a lovely courtyard pool and easy access to nearby attractions and restaurants.
Night 6
See Tripadvisor ReviewsHotel Villa Paraiso in Isla de Ometepe
This is Ometepe Island’s most popular hotel,with incredible beach views, an outdoor pool, and adorable bungalows
Night 7
See Tripadvisor ReviewsHotel Mozonte in Managua
With clean and spacious rooms plus an outdoor pool, Hotel Mozonte is in a great location in Managua.
Night 8-9
See Tripadvisor ReviewsOption 2: Paraiso Beach Hotel on Corn Island
Paraiso offers quaint thatched-roof beach cabins and a prime location on the water with snorkelling right in front of the hotel.
Standard Hotels
Night 1
See Tripadvisor ReviewsCrowne Plaza Hotel in Managua
This is one of the city’s top hotels with a great pool, gym facilities, restaurants and shopping nearby.
Night 2
See Tripadvisor ReviewsHotel El Convento in Leon
This gorgeous colonial hotel in downtown Leon was built on the site of the old San Francisco Convent, with lush gardens and an outdoor pool.
Night 3
See Tripadvisor ReviewsMarduk Gardens Boutique Hotel in Esteli
This mountaintop lodge offers rustic wooden cabins surrounded by the lush forest.
Night 4-5
See Tripadvisor ReviewsHotel Plaza Colon in Granada
Plaza Colon is a stylish colonial-style hotel in the heart of Granada’s old town, with an outdoor pool and elegant dining facilities.
Night 6
See Tripadvisor ReviewsFinca San Juan de la Isla in Altagracia
Enjoy these wooden beach cabins with views of the ocean and surrounding volcanos.
Night 7
See Tripadvisor ReviewsCrowne Plaza Hotel in Managua
This is one of the city’s top hotels with a great pool, gym facilities, restaurants and shopping nearby.
Night 8-9
See Tripadvisor ReviewsHotel Casa Canada on Corn Island
Enjoy this beautiful waterfront resort on Corn Island with an infinity pool facing the beach.
Deluxe Hotels
What’s Included in the Coast to Coast Nicaragua Tour?
Meals
9 breakfasts, 5 lunches and 1 dinner are included.
Accommodations
Accommodations for 9 nights are included. Accommodations before or after the tour are not included but can be added as a supplement.
Transportation during the Tour
Transportation for you and your luggage is included throughout the tour, including to and from the airports and for excursions mentioned in the itinerary.
Your round-trip domestic flight between Managua and Corn Island is also included.
Also Included
- English-speaking tour guides from Day 2-7
- Entrance fees for excursions mentioned in the itinerary
Not included
- Flights to and from Managua
- Nicaraguan tourist card ($10 USD per person)
- International flight departure tax ($47 USD per person if not included in airfare)
- Meals, drinks, or snacks not previously mentioned
- Gratuities for tour guides or other staff if desired
Optional Extras
- Additional nights before or after the tour
- Single occupancy upgrades
- Optional activities or excursions
Frequenty Asked Questions about Coast to Coast Nicaragua Tour
How hard is the Coast to Coast Nicaragua Tour?
We rate this tour as a 2/5. Private transportation is included throughout the tour and each day focuses on guided sightseeing. There are opportunities to walk or hike in the nature reserves. Activities in the water are optional.
Are meals included on the Coast to Coast Nicaragua Tour?
9 breakfasts, 5 lunches and 1 dinner are included.
Is the Coast to Coast Nicaragua Tour in English?
Yes, you will have an English-speaking guide from Day 2 to Day 7. There are no guides while staying in the beach resort on Corn Island.
How do I get to Managua to start this tour?
Fly into Augusto C. Sandino International Airport (MGA) in Managua to begin this tour. A guide will be waiting at the airport to take you to your hotel.
Where does the Coast to Coast Nicaragua Tour end?
The tour ends in Managua when you check out from your hotel. A driver will take you from your hotel to Augusto C. Sandino International Airport (MGA) in Managua for your outbound flight.
Do I need insurance?
Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip. Get your Travel Insurance.
Do I need a visa to travel to Nicaragua?
Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.
Do I need special vaccines to travel to Nicaragua?
Check with your family doctor.
Are there any travel restrictions for Nicaragua?
Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.
When is the best time to travel to Nicaragua for this tour?
The best time to travel to Nicaragua for this tour is from November to April when the climate is drier, but Nicaragua can be visited year-round.
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We rate this tour as a 2/5. Private transportation is included throughout the tour and each day focuses on guided sightseeing. There are opportunities to walk or hike in the nature reserves. Activities in the water are optional.
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