Managua to Matagalpa and Esteli: Private day trip
Private ride with a local driver
11h 45mRound tripPrivate driver
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About your trip
Journey into Nicaragua's northern highlands where world-renowned coffee cultivation meets traditional mountain culture and cool climate nurtures both premium beans and authentic rural communities. Discover coffee heritage and mountain traditions, with your professional driver navigating scenic mountain roads while you explore the country's coffee heartland and cultural preservation.
Exclusively yours: private vehicle and professional driver
Discover local insights you won't find in guidebooks
Experience the freedom to explore at your own speed
Perfectly planned for families, friends, or solo travelers
What to expect
Your day trip begins wherever you are
Meet our professional driver right where you prefer in Managua whenever suits you best. No time wasted getting to the pickup point, grab your bag and start your trip right away.Discover more with local expertise
Your driverâs local insights will set the tone for your day trip. A hidden cafĂ© here, a must-try restaurant there; insider tips youâll love sharing later. This isnât a guided tour but your ride will be rich with stories and discoveries along the way. And throughout the day, your driver will be available for you as needed, ready to assist, happy to help, making your trip stress-free.Explore at your own pace
Your professional Daytrip driver will meet you at your accommodation in Managua and transport you safely to Matagalpa and then to EstelĂ, allowing you to explore Nicaragua's coffee capital and traditional mountain town showcasing highland culture and agricultural heritage.
Perfect for any private group
Whether you're traveling solo, as a family with kids, or as a large group, this service is tailored for your comfort and flexibility. It's the ideal option especially if you have limited time or a busy schedule.Good to know
- Two-way private car transfer
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Personalized pickup and drop-off
- Professional English-speaking driver
- Complimentary bottled water
- Free cancellation 24 hours before departure
- Entry/Admission tickets to paid attractions in Matagalpa and EstelĂ should be purchased separately unless specified otherwise
- Meals, snacks, and gratuity are not included
From âŹ71
per person
Select date and travelers
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your pickup time.
For a group of 1-3 travelersTotalâŹ214
Your trip at a glance
Your trip at a glance
Start in Managua
You choose the pickup spot.
1
Matagalpa
Feel free to explore at your own pace and discover
Stop: 2 h 30 min - admission not included


Discover Nicaragua's seventh-largest city, where world-class arabica cultivation, traditional processing methods, and mountain culture create one of Central America's most important coffee regions.
2
EstelĂ
Feel free to explore at your own pace and discover
Stop: 2 hours - admission not included


Continue to this traditional mountain town where tobacco cultivation, artisan crafts, and authentic rural culture create insights into northern Nicaragua's highland heritage and agricultural traditions. Visit local markets, community centers, and family businesses where authentic mountain life, traditional commerce, and social customs come together.
Back to Managua
Weâll take you back to your starting point.
Duration of the stops can be changed upon request after booking
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