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What to do and see in El Salvador, El Salvador: The Best Historical & Heritage Tours
Coordinates: 13°50′N 88°55′W / 13.833°N 88.917°W / 13.833; -88.917
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1. 2-Day Tour: Following The Maya Path and Copán Ruins
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
Visit the southernmost Mayan city : San Andres and the world heritage site of Copan Ruins in one single trip. San Andrés is a pre-Hispanic Mayan site of El Salvador, whose long occupation began around 900 BC. C. as an agricultural town in the Zapotitán valley of the department of La Libertad. This early settlement was vacated by the year 250 because of the huge eruption of the caldera of Lake Ilopango, and was again occupied in the fifth century, along with many other sites in the Zapotitán Valley. Between 600 and 900 d. C. San Andrés was the capital of a Mayan manor with supremacy over the other settlements of the Valley. Once in Copán your guide will highlight the most important moments of this city-state where its habitats develop a unique form of sculpture and carving.
Inclusions: National Park fees, Professional guide, Overnight accommodation
Exclusions: Meals, Please note that the route is through Guatemala. There will be a payment of $ 3 USD at the border which is not included. The border tax is required by the governing authority and is not within our control, Antigen test is requiered issue up to 72 before entering Honduras cost is $ 40 we make arrengements
Reviewed By 125nazu
We took a half day tour to El Zunzal and el Tunco from San Salvador. It was a hot day and our only day to visit the beautiful beaches. The walk on the rocky beach was tiring but thankfully inter tours had a really nice hotel with a pool and facilities that we could use, which will be exactly what you need given the beach conditions - rocky and no beds by the beach. The best part about our tour was definetly our guide, Francisco! Very genuine and professional. Would definetly reccommend, thank you Francisco and Dina ????????
2. Full day | San Salvador City Tour and Boqueron Volcano
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5.0 based on 6 reviews
Take this full day tour and visit the main streets and avenues of the great San Salvador on a Small Group Tour. This sightseen tour will take you to the main residential areas of the capital, the “El Salvador del Mundo” (Savior of the World Square), Plaza Masferrer and some of the best hidden spots of the city, as well Historical Center: Metropolitan Cathedral, National Palace and National Theater. In the afternoon you will visit the San Salvador Volcano and other interesting places.
Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Local taxes, Bottled water, Local guide, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities, Souvenir photos (available to purchase), Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option not selected)
Reviewed By gamblelisa
Well worth it - nice hike and beautiful volcano and views. It was very windy at the top and quite cold - bring an extra layer
3. Mayan Exploration Tazumal Mayan Route Coatepeque Lake Full Day Tour
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
Tazumal and Ruta Maya Tour is the perfect experience if you are a lover of archeology. El Salvador has been for millennia the home of different civilizations. Joya de Ceren, San Andres and Tazumal are three archaeological sites that were important witnesses of one of the most developed civilizations, the Mayans. If you are in El Salvador you can not miss this experience. We will start early in the morning heading to one of the archaeological sites that has amazed archaeologists and visitors from different parts of the world. Our first stop on this tour is Joya de Ceren.
Inclusions: National Park fees, Bottled water, Professional guide, Hotel pickup, Hotel drop-off, Private tour, Transport by private vehicle
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities
Reviewed By ingvardrago
I also took their Ruta de las Flores tour along with this one to complete my weekend getaway to explore El Salvador! I’m so glad I did. Great communication from the start. Flexible and eager to work with my schedule and ideas to incorporate into the flow. Got to enjoy the fantastic Tunco beach and then got an evening tour of San Salvador on top of it . Just fantastic all around.
4. Suchitoto Colorful Colonial Town
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5.0 based on 4 reviews
Visit the largest and most beautiful colonial city of El Salvador. Travel back in time through its beautiful cobbled streets and colorful houses with the smell of history. Give a resounding change to your visit to El Salvador, get away from the city and discover the uniqueness of the colonial towns. Your guide will take you to the most important points of the city, while you understand the importance of this city, emblematic buildings such as the theater and without missing the Church of Santa Lucia You will be able to explore the craft shops, try typical Salvadoran food and get to know one of the most unique waterfalls in Central America: Cascada los tercios • Visit the largest colonial city of El Salvador • Walk on ancestral cobbled streets • Visit the local markets • Visit the singular Cascada los Tercios, a wonder created by nature nature
Inclusions: Bottled water, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off at San Salvador metropolitan area
Exclusions: Food and drinks., Lunch, Gratuities
Reviewed By ingvardrago
I also took their Ruta de las Flores tour along with this one to complete my weekend getaway to explore El Salvador! I’m so glad I did. Great communication from the start. Flexible and eager to work with my schedule and ideas to incorporate into the flow. Got to enjoy the fantastic Tunco beach and then got an evening tour of San Salvador on top of it . Just fantastic all around.
5. Layover, San Salvador City Tour ( Historical Center & Boqueron National Park).
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
5 hours is enough to learn about Salvadorean Culture, this tour is proper to visit the downtown , historic places, volcano, and local food. The Capital San Salvador is the most develope city and its rich in history.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By Ekneedle
Francis was early to pick me up at my hotel and very friendly and professional. Once we arrived at the waterfalls he actually hired a local guy who lived there to show us around and give us more details. Francis doesn't need this service but does it to help out his fellow El Salvadorians who would otherwise be out of work. The hot springs were the PERFECT temperature and just like being in a natural hot tub. The trash around the water is horrendous but they're working on finding a solution to this ever worsening problem. Pack it in, pack it out! Next we went for lunch at an amazing artistic cafe where I bought a piece of art because it was so unique and irresistible. Francis is a wonderful guide and now a friend who will do whatever he can to make sure you have a beautiful, comfortable, informative trip in his country. It's also nice to feel comfortable with a guide, when you're a solo female traveler.
6. San Salvador City Tour and El Boqueron National Park Volcan of San Salvador
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5.0 based on 6 reviews
Walking around downtown San Salvador with one of our tour guides, is the best way to explore the area, as we stop at the most important buildings in downtown we also get to show you the day by day of salvadorans, talking about history and the nowadays El Salvador. Main Cathedral, National Palace, National Teather, El Rosario church are some of the most popular places to visit. Then we will stop at a local retaurante for you to have a taste Pupusas, our most popular national dish. After this we take you to visit El Boqueron national park located at the crater of the San Salvador volcano, awesome views, great weather and nature are the top things to enjoy in this place .
Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Lunch
Exclusions: Dinner
Reviewed By Quest764245
Estefany was our tour guide for our 2day weekend getaway trip to El Salvador. Not only she was very professional, friendly, excellent bilingual and charming, her passion towards local El Salvador tourism was absolutely beautiful. We have learnt a lot about El Salvador thanks to her continuous efforts towards exploring and learning all about El Salvador, which we couldn’t have done so much in 2days if we weren’t on this tour! Packed and dense, we have done a LOT on this trip. I heard that all of their tours are private, which was great once again because my boyfriend and I are normally not the kind of people who would eagerly join a tour... We would rather explore and get lost and even enjoy that process. So, when I say we loved the tour, it didn’t come from anywhere easy (haha). Thank you Estefany once again, you guys were so kind and flexible to make all our requests/wishes come true! Local fruit stand, quick El Salvadorian snack purchase, finding the best El Salvador coffee and buying some beans to bring home, pitstop to a local shop where we could buy traditional El Salvadorian accessories and sweets as a souvenir, filling our crave to know anything and everything about El Salvador (sorry we asked you 10,000 questions), and more! Absolutely recommended. If you’re still wondering what to do, contact them and ask for a suggested plan or two, because they have so many options! :)
7. Half Day Private Walking Tour in Downtown San Salvador
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
We are the first walking tour in San Salvador , in where we discover the day by day of salvadoreans in the main market area, and at the same time we visit the most iconic buildings in downtown such as : Main Cathedral, National Palace, Nacional Teather, El Rosario church and more. The tour takes around 3 hours and a half.
Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By Quest764245
Estefany was our tour guide for our 2day weekend getaway trip to El Salvador. Not only she was very professional, friendly, excellent bilingual and charming, her passion towards local El Salvador tourism was absolutely beautiful. We have learnt a lot about El Salvador thanks to her continuous efforts towards exploring and learning all about El Salvador, which we couldn’t have done so much in 2days if we weren’t on this tour! Packed and dense, we have done a LOT on this trip. I heard that all of their tours are private, which was great once again because my boyfriend and I are normally not the kind of people who would eagerly join a tour... We would rather explore and get lost and even enjoy that process. So, when I say we loved the tour, it didn’t come from anywhere easy (haha). Thank you Estefany once again, you guys were so kind and flexible to make all our requests/wishes come true! Local fruit stand, quick El Salvadorian snack purchase, finding the best El Salvador coffee and buying some beans to bring home, pitstop to a local shop where we could buy traditional El Salvadorian accessories and sweets as a souvenir, filling our crave to know anything and everything about El Salvador (sorry we asked you 10,000 questions), and more! Absolutely recommended. If you’re still wondering what to do, contact them and ask for a suggested plan or two, because they have so many options! :)
8. 2 Different Sightseeing in 1 Day Tour - Volcanoes Park and Two Mayan Sites.
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5.0 based on 6 reviews
Taking this tour you will experience the greatnes of the mayan civilization being at the most important archeological sites in El Salvador, San Andres and Tazumal. At the same time you will have a conection with nature getting into Cerro Verde National Park. On Saturdays and Sundays we have the option to visit the UNESCO world heritage Joya de Ceren, kwon as the Pompeii of America
Inclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, Parking Fees
Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities
Reviewed By brendalazoher
Let me start with PLEASE USE EC TOURS especially book Estefany (as your guide) and Alessandro as your driver! My boyfriend and I booked a quick getaway to El Salvador and hoped to make the best of our time there. We wanted to enjoy the beautiful Salvadoran nature as well as history. I messaged EC tours to see if they had a tour that included both nature and history and they did just that while also keeping in adoradable! Estefany was amazing in informing and educating us about all the history of the country as well as making sure we got out the most out of our limited time. We started with a hike to cerro verde which was lovely even for someone as out of shape as me lol amazing views of the three volcanos, we went down la ruta de las Flores, stopped by to enjoy Delicious Salvadoran coffee and then did the termales de Santa Teresa. So much fun, adventure and education. Alessandro made sure we got to our destinations safely. Both he and Estefany were very profesional but also made us laugh and enjoy the time we were together. PleaE book this business if you want to get a fun, information filled and genuine experience of El Salvador.
9. Town Tour Suchitoto
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
We´ll take you on a chronologycal journey through the history of our country! Beginning from geologycal activity through precolumbian times ... Colonial and recent history. visitting: -Thirds -Indigo dye cooperative -Cigar grandma
Inclusions: Private transportation
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Reviewed By kpgreynomads
We spent the morning walking, swimming eating and learning about the ElSalvador civil war. Rene was an informative guide, who answered all our questions knowledgeably. He is also passionate about his country, and what a country! We spent a very moving time with Don Rafael who was a guerilla fighter, he spoke to us and Rene translated. It was a humbling meeting. In the late afternoon / evening we went on a boat trip to bird watch, Rene and the captain of the boat, provided us with some amazing sightings. He was also so patient at pointing out the birds to make sure we had seen them. It ended with a sunset and a beer. The whole day was informative, active, fun and good value. Thank you Rene . We were part of an Intrepid tour with Leonel Chavez.
10. Combo Tour: Colonial Route & Volcanoes of El Salvador
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4.9 based on 11 reviews
This full day tour will take you to the highlights of El Salvador including Cerro Verde National Park at the Lake and Volcano Complex, Panoramic view of Coatepeque Lake as well as the artisan towns of Nahuizalco and Ataco at the famous Flower´s Route.
Inclusions: Fuel surcharge, Local taxes, National Park fees, Driver/guide, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Exclusions: Gratuities, Lunch, Alcoholic Beverages
Reviewed By gamblelisa
Well worth it - nice hike and beautiful volcano and views. It was very windy at the top and quite cold - bring an extra layer
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