Costa Rica & Nicaragua
Costa Rica & Nicaragua Tour - Fly & Drive
Description
Discover two fascinating Central American countries on a unique fly & drive tour through Costa Rica and Nicaragua. From the steaming volcanoes of Costa Rica to Nicaragua's colonial treasures, experience 14 days full of natural wonders and cultural highlights. With your rental car, you'll travel flexibly from San José via La Fortuna and the turquoise Río Celeste to the mystical volcanic island of Ometepe, on to the colonial cities of León and Granada, and finally to the relaxed beaches of San Juan del Sur.
What awaits you
This Costa Rica and Nicaragua tour offers a perfect blend of natural experiences and cultural discoveries. You'll walk across suspension bridges with views of the majestic Arenal Volcano, marvel at the turquoise waters of the Río Celeste in Tenorio National Park, and explore the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve of Ometepe. In Nicaragua, you'll delve into the colonial history of León and Granada, embark on volcano excursions, and relax on the Pacific beaches. The journey through both countries offers maximum flexibility with a rental car and authentic encounters with Central American culture.
Your route at a glance
Arrival in San José and transfer to La Fortuna. Exploration of the Místico Park with hanging bridges and views of the Arenal Volcano.
Day 4-5: La Fortuna - Bijagua/Tenorio
Continue to Tenorio National Park. Hike to the turquoise shimmering Río Celeste.
Day 6-9: Border Crossing - Ometepe
Border crossing to Nicaragua via Peñas Blancas. Ferry crossing to the volcanic island of Ometepe. Exploration of the Charco Verde Reserve, Ometepe Volcano hike and kayak tour at Playa Mango.
Day 10-11: Ometepe - León
Trip to the colonial city of León. Telica Volcano excursion.
Day 12-13: León - Granada
Continue to Granada. Explore the colonial city and Mombacho Volcano.
Day 14: Granada - San Juan del Sur - San José
Relaxation at Playa Remanso near San Juan del Sur. Return journey to San José and departure.
Highlights of this trip
- Suspension bridges in Místico Park with spectacular views of the Arenal Volcano
- Turquoise shimmering Río Celeste in Tenorio National Park
- UNESCO Biosphere Reserve Ometepe with mystical volcanic island
- Green Charcoal Reserve and Vulkan Maderas Hike
- Kayaking Tour Playa Mango on Ometepe
- Colonial city of León with a trip to the Telica volcano
- Granada with Mombacho Volcano
- Relaxation at Playa Remanso at San Juan del Sur
Services
- Overnight stays in mentioned hotels with shower/toilet
- Meals as described
- Entrance fees for the mentioned attractions and activities
- 4 days car hire Costa Rica with Drive Relaxed package
- 8 days car hire Nicaragua with fully comprehensive insurance
- Ferry San Jorge-Moyogalpa for cars
- Detailed travel documentation
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