Costa Rica & Nicaragua Highlights
Overview
Highlights
- Soak in the hot springs near the base of Arenal, an active volcano!
- Zip line across incredible flora and fauna in Monteverde.
- Relax beachside in the laidback Nicaraguan town of San Juan del Sur.
- Feel history come alive in Granada, Nicaragua's oldest city!
- End your journey in the colonial city of Leon.
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Trip includes
- Round-trip economy class airfare into San Jose, Costa Rica (SJO) and out of Managua, Nicaragua (MGA)
- Airport transfer upon arrival
- 1 night in San Jose at the Sleep Inn San Jose Downtown, or similar
- Automatic 4x4 car rental for 4 nights (Suzuki Grand Vitara or similar) Pick up: San Jose Hotel on Day 2
- Drop off: Peñas Blancas (Costa Rica/Nicaragua border) on Day 6 2 nights in the Arenal Volcano area at Hotel Lomas del Volcan, or similar
- 2 nights in the Monteverde area at Trapp Family Lodge, or similar
- Automatic 4x4 car rental for 7 nights (Suzuki Grand Vitara or similar) Pick up: Peñas Blancas (Costa Rica/Nicaragua border) on Day 6
- Drop off: Managua International Airport on Day 13 3 nights in San Juan del Sur at El Caite, or similar
- 2 nights in Granada at Alhambra Hotel, or similar
- 2 nights in the Leon area at Austria Hotel, or similar
- Breakfast daily Not included (and payable in destination): Tourist Card (purchased at airport) = $10 per person
- Airport Exit Tax = $45 per person
Itinerary
Touch down in sunny San Jose and meet up with your welcoming guide, who will provide you with all of the necessary documentation you'll need on this trip, and then transfer you to your hotel for the night!
With a few parks, and some bars and restaurants right in the area, perhaps you'd like to take a stroll and see some of your surroundings!
Pick up your rental car from your hotel and hit the open road! Follow the road signs and your itinerary throughout your trip.
Today you're heading to the stunning Arenal Volcano. If you drive non stop, you'll reach your hotel in about 3 and a half hours. ...
Today is yours to explore the lush life thriving on and around Arenal Volcano. You can hike the active volcano (keep an eye out for unique animals), wobble your way across suspended bridges threading through the treetops, go for a dip at the base of La Fortuna Waterfall, soak away your worries in the volcanic hot springs, and so much more!
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before packing up and heading for the clouds, well, the Cloud Forest.
Drive over gravel roads to Monteverde, an area known for its stunning views of Arenal Lake, Arenal Volcano, and of course the untamed beauty of the jungle...
Rise and shine! Today is all about exploring Costa Rica's picture-perfect natural beauty in marvelous Monteverde Cloud Forest. Discover rare plants, rich biodiversity, amazing wildlife, and oh so much more. Adrenaline junkie? You've come to the right place! Consider t...
Say goodbye to Costa Rica as you head to San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua. The first part of your drive will take you up to Peñas Blancas (the Costa Rica/Nicaragua border), an estimated 4-hour drive. This journey is accompanied by incredible views of the Gulf of Nic...
Enjoy a free day in San Juan del Sur! Consider taking a hike up to the Christ statue overlooking the bay of San Juan. Pay a small entrance fee to enter the chapel, then admire the breathtaking views from this perfect vantage point.
Later today, you migh...
On your own, you can enjoy the different beaches close to San Juan del Sur, like Chacocente, Punta Sardinas, Popoyo, El Yanqui, La Flor and Majahual. Also located nearby are the La Flor Wildlife refuge and Playa Hermosa Surf Camp, situated in 2000 acres of virgin beach.
Today you will continue your adventure by driving to Granada (approximately a 2-hour drive). Granada is the oldest city in Central America, founded in 1524. This city also lies on the north shore of the Nicaragua Lake, the biggest in Central America.
Take time to stroll the beautiful city and find a local restaurant to settle in.
Spend the day at leisure as you enjoy the local atmosphere of Granada. Head first to Central Plaza, surrounded by the Cathedral, which is a perfect place to enjoy a delicious Nicaraguan coffee. Stroll past the beautiful neo-classical building of the Casa Pellas...
Today, continue to the city of Leon. The scenic road to Leon borders Lake Managua with impressive views of Momotombo. The Spanish conquistadors founded the first city of Leon in 1524 at the slopes of the Momotombo Volcano. Due to constant earthquakes and volcanic erup...
Have the day to yourself! You could visit the Cathedral of Leon, El Cavario Church, Sutiaba Church, Hervideros de San Jacinto, a rum distillery or Juan Venado Natural Reserve. Enjoy one last meal before flying home tomorrow.
Your two-country adventure ends today. Drive to Augusto Cesar Sandino International Airport in Managua (approximately 2 hours away), drop off your rental car and head to your departure gate.
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