14-Day Itinerary for Costa Rica, Nicaragua and Miami

  1. Day 1: San Jose, Costa Rica
    Arrive in San Jose for a cultural experience at Teatro Nacional de Costa Rica

    Art, music, theatre

  2. Day 2: La Fortuna, Costa Rica
    Be amazed by the Arenal Volcano, go for a hike and take a dip in the hot springs

    Nature, hot springs, hiking

    3 hours (82 miles) from San Jose
  3. Day 3: Monteverde, Costa Rica
    Cross the hanging bridges at Selvatura Park, spot wildlife and fly through the forest on the zip lines

    Nature, wildlife, ziplining

    3 hours (73 miles) from La Fortuna
  4. Day 4: Granada, Nicaragua
    Visit the 16th century colonial city of Granada and the Mombacho Volcano

    Colonial city, volcano

    2.5 hours (58 miles) from Monteverde
  5. Day 5: San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua
    Relax on the beaches of San Juan del Sur and watch the sunset from the Christ of the Mercy statue

    Beaches, sunsets

    2.5 hours (96 miles) from Granada
  6. Day 6: Liberia, Costa Rica
    Explore Rincon de la Vieja National Park, featuring waterfalls, hot springs, and volcanic mud pools

    Nature, hot springs, mud pools

    2.5 hours (68 miles) from San Juan del Sur
  7. Day 7-13: Miami, Florida
    Enjoy a week on the spectacular beaches of Miami, experience Little Havana and shop at the famous Lincoln Road Mall

    Beaches, shopping, culture

    4 hours flight from Liberia, Costa Rica
  8. Day 14: Departure from Miami
    Departure from Miami

    Farewell vacation

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Teatro Nacional de Costa Rica (2 hours, $10)
  • Arenal Volcano (4 hours, $15)
  • Selvatura Park (5 hours, $35)
  • Mombacho Volcano (4 hours, $25)
  • San Juan del Sur Beach (4 hours, free)
  • Rincon de la Vieja National Park (6 hours, $20)
  • Lincoln Road Mall (2 hours, varies)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $160

Useful Tips

For those with more time, consider exploring the cloud forests of Monteverde or indulging in the nightlife of Miami's South Beach. For those with less time, consider skipping Granada and spending more time in the natural wonders of Costa Rica. Make sure to check the opening and closing times of each attraction to avoid disappointment.

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