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Iglesia La Recoleccion, Leon
Granada, Nicaragua
Granada, Nicaragua

Overland tour through Nicaragua & Costa Rica

16 days from CAD8,895pp

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Tour highlights

  • Learn about Nicaragua's turbulent modern history in León.

  • Stare down into the active Masaya Volcano crater.

  • Relax at the stunning Morgan's Rock on the Pacific Coast.

  • View the magnificent active Arenal Volcano.

  • Search for the resplendent quetzal in the Los Angeles Cloud Forest.

  • Explore the colourful and vibrant city of Granada.

Price includes:

  • Domestic flights in destination
  • In-destination transfers
  • Activities and excursions as detailed
  • All accommodations
  • 24-hour support while you travel
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Itinerary idea in detail

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  • On arrival in Managua you will be met and transferred to your hotel.

    • Palacio Nacional, Managua
      Palacio Nacional, Managua
    • Palacio Nacional, Managua
      Palacio Nacional, Managua
    • 6,000 year old human footprints, Managua
      6,000 year old human footprints, Managua

  • Travel by road from Managua to Leon via León Viejo. Upon arrival in León you will have a guided tour of the city.

    • Iglesia La Recoleccion, Leon
      Iglesia La Recoleccion, Leon
    • Parque Central, Leon
      Parque Central, Leon
    • Foundation museum, Leon
      Foundation museum, Leon

  • Excursion to Juan Venado Island.

    • Great egrets, Juan Venado Island
      Great egrets, Juan Venado Island
    • Juan Venado Island, Nicaragua
      Juan Venado Island, Nicaragua
    • Juan Venado Island, Nicaragua
      Juan Venado Island, Nicaragua

  • Transfer from León to Granada. En route you will visit the Masaya Volcano National Park, and stare down into the vast crater.

    • Granada's Cathedral, Granada
      Granada's Cathedral, Granada
    • Granada, Nicaragua
      Granada, Nicaragua
    • Granada, Nicaragua
      Granada, Nicaragua

  • Enjoy a guided tour of the city with a visit to Las Isletas Islands on Lake Nicaragua.

    • Granada, Nicaragua
      Granada, Nicaragua
    • Granada, Nicaragua
      Granada, Nicaragua
    • Granada Cathedral, Granada
      Granada Cathedral, Granada

  • Excursion to the Mombacho Volcano for walking and zip-lining.

    • Granada, Nicaragua
      Granada, Nicaragua
    • Granada, Nicaragua
      Granada, Nicaragua
    • Granada, Nicaragua
      Granada, Nicaragua

  • Transfer from Granada across the border and into Costa Rica. Your destination is Tamarindo for a few days' relaxation on the beach.

    • Tamarindo beach, Costa Rica
      Tamarindo beach, Costa Rica
    • Tamarindo,Costa Rica
      Tamarindo,Costa Rica
    • Tamarindo beach, Costa Rica
      Tamarindo beach, Costa Rica

  • Relaxing in Tamarindo.

    • Tamarindo beach, Costa Rica
      Tamarindo beach, Costa Rica
    • Tamarindo beach, Costa Rica
      Tamarindo beach, Costa Rica
    • Tamarindo beach, Costa Rica
      Tamarindo beach, Costa Rica

  • Relaxing in Tamarindo.

    • Tamarindo, Costa Rica
      Tamarindo, Costa Rica
    • Playa Langosta near Tamarindo
      Playa Langosta near Tamarindo
    • Tamarindo, Costa Rica
      Tamarindo, Costa Rica

  • Travel by road inland to Arenal.

    • Arenal Volcano, Costa Rica
      Arenal Volcano, Costa Rica
    • Volcan Arenal, Costa Rica
      Volcan Arenal, Costa Rica
    • Arenal Volcano, Costa Rica
      Arenal Volcano, Costa Rica

  • Morning excursion to the Arenal hanging bridges followed by an afternoon walk around the volcano. Evening excursion to the beautiful Ecotermales Hot Springs.

    • Volcan Arenal, Costa Rica
      Volcan Arenal, Costa Rica
    • Volcan Arenal, Costa Rica
      Volcan Arenal, Costa Rica
    • Arenal Volcano, Costa Rica
      Arenal Volcano, Costa Rica

  • Enjoy a full day trip to the Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge, a haven for wildlife near the Nicaraguan border.

    • Arenal Volcano, Costa Rica
      Arenal Volcano, Costa Rica
    • Arenal Volcano, Costa Rica
      Arenal Volcano, Costa Rica
    • Black iguana, Arenal
      Black iguana, Arenal

  • Transfer to San José in time for your flight to Puerto Jiménez in the Osa Peninsula. Here you will be met by representatives of your lodge who will take you to your accommodation.

    • Distant view of San José, Costa Rica
      Distant view of San José, Costa Rica
    • El Remanso Rainforest Wildlife Lodge, Costa Rica
      El Remanso Rainforest Wildlife Lodge, Costa Rica
    • Beach, El Remanso Rainforest Wildlife Lodge
      Beach, El Remanso Rainforest Wildlife Lodge

  • Excursions from your lodge.

    • Suspension Bridge at El Remanso Rainforest Wildlife Lodge
      Suspension Bridge at El Remanso Rainforest Wildlife Lodge
    • Vainilla Deluxe Villa plunge pool
      Vainilla Deluxe Villa plunge pool
    • Vainilla Deluxe Villa room
      Vainilla Deluxe Villa room

  • Excursions from your lodge.

    • Vainilla Deluxe Villa balcony
      Vainilla Deluxe Villa balcony
    • Vainilla Deluxe Villa exterior
      Vainilla Deluxe Villa exterior

  • Travel back to Puerto Jiménez in time for your flight to San José.

Accommodation options

While the itinerary price reflects the suggested accommodations, Audley trips are 100% tailor-made, and a specialist can help you select the option best suited to your tastes and budget.

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When to go

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Place Daily max temperature (°C) Monthly rainfall (mm)
Managua
 
León & Northern Nicaragua
 
Granada
 
Tamarindo
 
Arenal Volcano
 
San José & Central Valley
 

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