Self drive tour in Nicaragua
Driving your own car for total freedom

Welcome to Nicaragua! Welcome at Managua international airport: first contact with the country. Overnight in Managua.

In the morning, departure for León, the former capital of Nicaragua. This dynamic colonial city is the ideal starting point for discovering the region and its many volcanoes or the beaches of the Pacific

Guided tour of León

Former capital of Nicaragua until 1851, León is a must-see city in the north of the country. Seductive for its colonial style, fascinating for its rich historical and religious past, we invite you to discover this city with a guided tour of its main sights.

You’ll start the tour in the Sutiaba district, then visit the museum of Ruben Dario, the mythical child of Nicaraguan literature. Next, you’ll take time to discover the imposing cathedral on the Parc Central, and admire the panoramic view from its roof. Finally, you’ll take in the revolutionary murals.

Overnight in Léon.

Climb the Cerro Negro volcano, Nicaragua’s youngest. For the more athletic, toboggan down the volcano’s slopes. At the end of the day, to take advantage of the cooler weather, head for the Pacific beaches & the Juan Venado island reserve. Return to Leon in the evening. Overnight in Leon.

Drive to the town of Granada, where we suggest you take a stroll through the Masaya market, one of the most important in the country and renowned for its colorful local handicrafts. You can then visit the village of Catarina , whose main activity is the production of bamboo furniture. You’ll also enjoy a superb view of the city of Granada, the Great Lake and its islands, the Apoyo lagoon and the Mombacho volcano. Return to your hotel and overnight in Granada.

Spend the day exploring the city of Granada, one of the jewels of the Spanish colonial empire in Central America, with its emblematic saffron-yellow cathedral. The invasion of the country by William Walker’s mercenaries in the 19th century led to much destruction in the city, but the cathedral, burnt down, was rebuilt, and the city has preserved many colonial houses. Overnight in Granada.

Leaving Granada this morning, you will make your way to the port of San Jorge . Board the ferry for the island of Ometepe, where we suggest you take a stroll along the Charco Verde lagoon and Lake Nicaragua. You’ll enjoy breathtaking views of the Concepcion volcano, the Maderas volcano, howler monkeys and all kinds of birds. At the end of the day, we suggest you head for Punta Jesus Maria to watch the sun set over this kilometre-long outcrop of land in the middle of the lake. Overnight in Ometepe.

Today you’ll enjoy a hike in the footsteps of the petroglyphs, mysterious imprints left in stone by the Chorotega Indians in many parts of the island over 1,500 years ago. For a swim, the ideal destination is Ojo de agua, a natural pool with clear thermal waters. Overnight in Ometepe.

Drive to the port of Moyogalpa to catch the ferry to San Jorge, and then back to your hotel on the Pacific Ocean, where you can explore the wild beaches of the Pacific coast, sample typical dishes in seaside restaurants, and end the day with a sunset in the magnificent bay of San Juan del Sur. Overnight in San Juan del Sur.

Free day to relax in the small fishing town of San Juan del Sur, from where you can explore the wild beaches of the Pacific coast and discover the nearby turtle reserves to learn more about Pacific turtles.Overnight in San Juan del Sur.

Free time to enjoy your hotel. Three hours before departure, you will be connected to your international flight at Managua airport.