Nicaragua: Rum, Cigars & Colonial Cities 9 days
9 days
Nicaragua Uncovered: Rum, Cigars & Volcanic Landscapes
Nicaragua’s history and traditions come to life on this 9 day journey, from León’s revolutionary murals and grand cathedral to the country’s rum and cigar-making heritage. In León, go behind the scenes at a historic distillery, exploring its ageing warehouses and sustainable production methods before travelling through the volcanic landscapes towards Estelí. Stop at the geothermal fields of San Jacinto, then visit two prestigious cigar factories to see the craftsmanship behind this enduring tradition. In Granada, explore colourful streets and historic churches, visit the islands of Lake Nicaragua and a local chocolate factory, then hike through Mombacho’s cloud forest before discovering the pottery villages of the White Towns.
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Journey Route
DAYS 1-3
Leon
Arrive in Managua before continuing to León, exploring its colonial architecture, revolutionary murals and grand cathedral. Discover Nicaragua's rum-making heritage with a private tour of a historic distillery, including its ageing warehouses and sustainable production methods, for an insight into one of the country's most celebrated exports.
DAYS 4-5
San Jacinto
Travel through Nicaragua's volcanic landscapes to Estelí, stopping at the geothermal fields of San Jacinto along the way. Discover the region's renowned cigar industry with visits to two prestigious factories, seeing the craftsmanship behind its world-class cigars while gaining contrasting perspectives on this enduring Nicaraguan tradition.
DAYS 6-9
Granada & Ometepe
Continue to Granada, exploring its colourful colonial streets, historic churches and the islands of Lake Nicaragua before visiting a local chocolate factory. Hike through the cloud forest of Mombacho Volcano, taking in sweeping views before visiting the pottery-making villages known as the White Towns, before departing from Managua.
